Articles about Broadband Infraco

Comms dept entities still to fill key roles amid governance crises

Despite assertions that governance woes in the communications ministry’s entities will be ironed out, majority still sit without executive leadership and a mountain of challenges.

SA Connect rebooted with private sector support

Government's struggling SA Connect broadband project gains momentum through private sector partnerships, subsidising internet service providers to expand networks.

Broadband Infraco taps Huawei to launch high-capacity network

The fibre-optic infrastructure company launches its intelligent backbone network, increasing core network capacity from 100Gbps to 800Gbps.

Top ICT tenders: National government returns to tech

This week’s tender roundup sees a handful of national government departments approaching the ICT sector.

SA’s digital expansion 'must be anchored in transformation'

The ANC responds to the contentious ICT policy directive, which is viewed by some as SA bending its transformation rules to enable the licensing of Starlink.

Top ICT tenders: National departments return to tech needs

Government’s top levels venture back into ICT procurement, as a resolution to the delayed National Budget nears.

Top ICT tenders: Broadband Infraco prepares for I-ECS licence transfer

The company will acquire the licence from a private seller; however, the transfer will be subject to regulatory approval.

Broadband Infraco commits to strengthen financial position

The state-owned long-distance connectivity provider looks to overcome cash flow constraints and address its long-term debt obligations.

Top ICT tenders: Eskom looks to network for smart grid

The company believes wireless field area network technologies could cover its utility service areas to support its smart grid applications

Heated debate over state’s intended digital infrastructure firm

The formation of the State Digital Infrastructure Company sees butting of heads, as Parliament’s portfolio committee seeks a bankable cause for its creation.

MPs seek comment on shortlisted ICASA councillors

Written comments on the shortlisted candidates vying to be councillors at the telecoms and broadcasting regulator will be considered.

BBI acting CEO takes up position permanently

Broadband Infraco appoints Gift Zowa as permanent CEO, after acting in the position since November 2022.