High-speed networks will be rolled out to schools, circuit offices and teacher development centres, says the provincial department.
Local organisations renew calls for equitable, resilient and affordable connectivity, and highlight the need for “digital lifelines”.
The attack has been successfully mitigated and full network functionality has been restored, says 1-Grid.
The regulator has proposed new satellite spectrum regulations as Starlink’s South African licensing battle continues, with the changes aimed at improving regulatory certainty.
With the rise in state-backed cyber threats, and international contestation of the continent’s resources, African governments need to work together.
The pay-as-you-go fibre provider plans to reach a million homes, if all goes according to plan, says founder Alan Knott-Craig Jr.
Tech discussions must focus on innovation and digital transformation as drivers of socio-economic growth, Sentech Africa Tech Week hears.
The companies believe the merger will accelerate broadband rollout into historically underserved areas and help bridge the country’s digital divide.
The community TV and radio stations will be equipped with the tools needed to stream content via web and mobile platforms.
Minister Solly Malatsi commits to align telecoms licensing framework with the ICT Sector Code, planning to pursue legislative amendments to make EEIPs possible in telecoms.
Policy direction that would lower regulatory hurdles for telecoms licences would require changes to the law, says ICASA.
Low-Earth orbit satellites are key to delivering meaningful connectivity, says minister Solly Malatsi, amid the Starlink impasse in SA.
