Articles by Brandon Gregory

Articles by Brandon Gregory, Page 34

Fri, March 1st, 13:15 · Brandon Gregory

Breadbin Interactive extends the freedom of open-source software

A South African sourcing and digital content provider, thought up by a cancer patient in his hospital bed, is hoping to revolutionise education in the country. → Read more
Fri, March 1st, 10:03 · Brandon Gregory

ISDB-T chosen for Botswana’s DTT

The Government of Botswana has chosen the implementation of Integrated Services Digital Broadcasting - Terrestrial (ISDB-T) as its preferred Digital Terrestrial Television (DTT) standard. → Read more
Fri, March 1st, 07:44 · Brandon Gregory

Canon Middle East sets up subsidiary shop in Kenya

Canon Middle East has set up a subsidiary company in Kenya, in an effort to increase its presence in East Africa. → Read more
Thu, February 28th, 15:21 · Brandon Gregory

Three month extension proposed for Uganda’s SIM card registration

Ugandan lawmakers have allowed an extra three months for the country’s SIM card registration process due to various challenges, in spite of telecommunications companies requesting a one-year extension. → Read more
Thu, February 28th, 11:51 · Brandon Gregory

Strike action causes suspension of classes at SA university

The Durban University of Technology has suspended classes because of intimidation claims and lecture disruptions. → Read more
Thu, February 28th, 10:09 · Brandon Gregory

Limkokwing University closes tech campus

The Botswanan Limkokwing University of Creative Technology's management has shut down operations following an illegal class boycott. → Read more
Wed, February 27th, 16:06 · Brandon Gregory

FNB, the best bank in South Africa

First National Bank (FNB) has enjoyed much success lately, being rated best bank in South Africa and the most innovative in the world. → Read more
Wed, February 27th, 13:35 · Brandon Gregory

DA wants answers regarding SABC’s removal of Motsoeneng

The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) has been “rocked by crises of mismanagement, corruption and an unstable board for 15 years” according to the country’s main opposition party. → Read more
Wed, February 27th, 11:05 · Brandon Gregory

Ugandan court refuses to block SIM card registration

The Ugandan High Court has refused to block the country’s SIM card registration process, in spite of claims the March 01 deadline was in violation of people’s right to communication. → Read more
Tue, February 26th, 16:38 · Brandon Gregory

OPINION: SA government refuses to listen to its citizens regarding e-tolling

The controversial e-tolling system is well-known in South Africa, with the country seemingly united under one voice saying “stop e-tolls”, but does the government care to listen? → Read more
Tue, February 26th, 13:46 · Brandon Gregory

TNM indicates 95 percent profit decrease in Malawi

Telekom Networks Malawi (TNM) has issued a trading update indicating profits could be down by as much as 95 percent. → Read more
Tue, February 26th, 13:37 · Brandon Gregory

Sierra Leone now connected to the ACE cable

Sierra Leone is officially connected to the Africa Coast to Europe (ACE) submarine cable following the launch of the connection, described as the country’s first direct link to global fibre network. → Read more
Tue, February 26th, 08:50 · Brandon Gregory

Telkom notes delays in SA postal service

Industrial action has caused delays at the South African Post Office, with Telkom warning its customers that a backlog in the delivery of statements is a possibility. → Read more
Tue, February 19th, 15:53 · Brandon Gregory

Telecom Namibia and NewTelco South Africa team up

Telecom Namibia and NewTelco South Africa, represented by Jasco Colocation Solutions, have partnered to improve Johannesburg and Cape Town connection with the West Africa Cable System (WACS). → Read more
Tue, February 19th, 15:03 · Brandon Gregory

Wireless G and Vodacom row rumbles on

The case between WirelessG, the Wi-Fi hotspot specialist, and Vodacom, South Africa’s leading mobile operator, is escalating as an agreement between the two cannot be reached. → Read more
Tue, February 19th, 10:54 · Brandon Gregory

Social media an important tool for Ramphele’s Agang

Mamphela Ramphele has identified social media as an important tool for rallying support following the launch of her party political platform yesterday. → Read more
Mon, February 18th, 18:56 · Brandon Gregory

Paperight wins international startup award

South African Cape Town-based startup Paperight has won a prestigious international publishing innovation award in New York City. → Read more
Mon, February 18th, 15:20 · Brandon Gregory

Econet formalises financial offer to ZSE

Econet Wireless, Zimbabwe’s leading telecommunications company, has formalised its financial offer to the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange (ZSE). → Read more
Mon, February 18th, 13:29 · Brandon Gregory

TCRA sets interconnection price cut for March

The Tanzania Communications Regulatory Authority (TCRA) is set to go ahead with a cut in interconnection rates and have outlined the rates for the next four years. → Read more
Mon, February 18th, 12:58 · Brandon Gregory

#Ramphele and #Agang dominating SA Twitter today

Mamphela Ramphele finally revealed her new political party plans in an 11am announcement this morning, with social media buzzing with reaction to the news. → Read more