Articles about telecommunications

Broadband for all still a distant goal in SA

Just 4 377 of 21 878 sites earmarked under spectrum licensing obligations had been connected by October, says ICASA.

Industry veteran Zach Yacumakis launches Arete Global to redefine telecoms excellence in Africa

Arete Global’s flagship offering features the Comway range of fusion splicers, OTDRs and precision tools.

Paratus opens in Rwanda

Paratus Rwanda will provide and install Starlink services, delivering high-speed broadband internet connectivity to businesses throughout the country.

Telkom doubles earnings as mobile subscribers hit 23m

For the year ended 31 March, Telkom’s group EBITDA surged by 25.1% to R11.8 billion, while group revenue rose by 3.3% to R43.9 billion.

Blue Label considers listing Cell C on JSE

The firm’s proposed restructure will assist in facilitating a separation and potential future listing of Cell C on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange.

Ericsson ups R&D spend to drive 4G, 5G networks in SA

The networking and telecoms giant accelerates R&D investment, to expand 4G networks and increase 5G adoption in SA.

The real deal

In addition to setting monetary targets, the Paratus Group aims to increase its customer base by 600 000 additional connections by 2028.

Unlocking access, online engagement in Namibia

Reverse billing has the potential to reshape the online experience, driving engagement in Namibia's dynamic digital ecosystem, says Cellfind.

The end of the road for telcos

The telecoms sector continues to build digital infrastructure, but the margins are increasingly coming under pressure, says Matone Ditlhake, CEO of Corridor Africa Technologies.

ICT Tenders: Down to nuts and bolts

This week's National Tender Bulletin sees government on a hardware drive.

Recruitment trends show ICT as massive growth sector

Online ICT sector job applications show a 154% year-on-year increase in jobs posted.

2015 year of 're-enterprisation of IT'

Deloitte's Technology, Media and Telecommunications predictions see 2015 reclaiming enterprise-driven tech adoption.