ITWeb TV: Herotel signals MVNO aspirations | Episode #145
The internet service provider’s CEO Van Zyl Botha details the company’s next growth areas, including adding one million South African homes to its expanding footprint.
Big Earnings, New Leaders and Digital Shifts Shape South Africa’s Tech Landscape
In this week's tech news roundup, South Africa’s tech and media landscape saw major shifts in 2025, with Vodacom CEO Shameel Joosub emerging as the country’s top-earning telecoms executive on R71 million, followed by MTN Group CEO Ralph Mupita, although full comparisons remain limited pending MTN’s latest annual report and Cell C’s first JSE disclosure. At the same time, MultiChoice is preparing to delist from local stock exchanges following Canal+’s takeover, marking the end of an era for one of South Africa’s most influential media groups. In the public sector, leadership changes were confirmed with Magatho Mello appointed as managing director of SITA and Nketheleni Norman Gidi as CEO of the Film and Publication Board, alongside new Sentech board appointments. Regulatory momentum also defined the year, as South Africa rolled out significant crypto-currency reforms and exited the FATF grey list, strengthening oversight while supporting industry growth. Looking ahead, mobile network operators reported a stron
MTN Delisting Tensions, Walmart’s New App & Black Friday Surge Lead This Week’s Tech News
In this week's tech news roundup, mounting frustration among MTN Zakhele Futhi shareholders ahead of the empowerment vehicle’s planned delisting, while Walmart advances its omni-channel strategy with a new Walmart Africa mobile app built on the retailer’s global tech stack. South Africans continued their strong online shopping momentum over Black Friday 2025, with digital spend surpassing last year’s levels. Vula Medical emerged as the overall winner at the FNB App of the Year Awards for its healthcare referral innovation. Lastly, four young South African scientists are preparing to present their award-winning projects at the World Innovative Science Project Olympiad in Bali in December. Stay informed and engaged with our comprehensive coverage of these stories and more on our website, www.itweb.co.za and social media platforms. Discover the latest advancements shaping the future of technology by ITWeb. #newsvideo #MTN #shareholders News Links: https://www.itweb.co.za/article/mtn-zakhele-futhi-shareho
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Blindly following the technology, without thinking about local relevance and opportunity means Africa will fail to leverage AI opportunities.
Generative AI is set to create significant value across sectors, providing Africa with an opportunity to leapfrog other regions, says McKinsey.
The partnership aims to address the cyber security challenges faced by telcos and ISPs as they navigate digital transformation.
Pan-African telco Paratus Group announces it is providing LEO satellite solutions to clients in SA, Botswana, Mozambique and Zambia.
In 2024, 50G PON will become a massive development, says Xiang Wang, senior VP and chief strategy officer at ZTE.
The company received the award for the Most Innovative Product/Service globally for telco B2B leadership.
Collaboration, clarity and coherence are required from all stakeholders, as ICT is the primary tool to enable and support the kind of lockdown currently in force.