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Wed, November 28th, 14:49 · Tom Jackson

SA firm uses QR codes for ‘digital memoralisation’

A South African startup is integrating Quick Response (QR) code technology into places of remembrance, allowing those with Internet-capable devices to scan and view an online digital tribute. → Read more
Wed, November 28th, 14:37 · Brandon Gregory

E-tolling and highway upgrades at the expense of Gauteng motorists

South Africa’s High Court has heard “tolling can’t be undone” from a lawyer representing the South African National Roads Agency SOC (SANRAL) in the ongoing e-toll row. → Read more
Wed, November 28th, 13:44 · Richard Cutcher

Nashua Mobile and Wireless G’s “uncapped” WiFi capped at 3GB, customers will be “throttled”

South African mobile users are being offered “uncapped” Wi-Fi access for R39 (US$4.50) a month, but the providers have admitted users will be “throttled” if they use too much data. → Read more
Wed, November 28th, 13:40 · Gabriella Mulligan

Apple to launch SA online textbook store

Apple will launch an online textbook store for South Africa in January to be called ZABooks, making primary and secondary school textbooks available via the book shop application. → Read more
Wed, November 28th, 13:26 · Brandon Gregory

City of Tshwane threatens staff suspension if foul play found over Link Africa fibre-optic project

Link Africa’s 2,000km fibre-optic telecommunications infrastructure project in Pretoria is being questioned by the City of Tshwane following claims due process was not followed. → Read more
Wed, November 28th, 10:36 · Tefo Mohapi

Mobile Web Africa returns to Johannesburg

More than 200 people from the mobile industry gathered at The Venue Melrose Arch, Johannesburg, for the fourth annual Mobile Web Africa conference today. → Read more
Wed, November 28th, 06:58 · Tefo Mohapi

Highlights from Mobile Marketing Africa Focus Day at Mobile Web in Africa 2012

The Mobile Web in Africa 2012 conference began in Johannesburg yesterday (Tuesday) and was titled “Mobile Marketing Africa Focus”. → Read more
Tue, November 27th, 15:09 · Brandon Gregory

MTN adverts insult Cell C and invade Vodacom turf

The ongoing battle between South Africa’s three major mobile networks has seen MTN advertise outside Vodacom’s headquarters and suggest Cell C’s new pricing structure is inferior. → Read more
Tue, November 27th, 15:02 · Tefo Mohapi

Survey reveals data protection and infrastructure security are top priorities for business IT professionals

A survey conducted by B2B International for anti-virus specialists Kaspersky Lab has revealed data protection and infrastructure security are top priorities for business IT professionals. → Read more
Tue, November 27th, 14:15 · Gabriella Mulligan

Government response to call for unified network crucial to Cell C LTE rollout

Cell C will not launch a commercial LTE network until it receives a response from the government as to CEO Alan Knott-Craig Sr.’s call for a unified national mobile network. → Read more
Tue, November 27th, 14:01 · Richard Cutcher

Clean techies set to tackle dirty problem in Cape Town

With 2.5 billion people worldwide lacking access to proper sanitation, a toilet inspired hackathon will take place in 14 countries this weekend (December 1 and 2). → Read more
Tue, November 27th, 13:28 · Gabriella Mulligan

Cell C launches trial LTE sites

South African network operator Cell C has launched two LTE sites in Johannesburg, in the first phase of planned countrywide LTE trials taking place into the New Year. → Read more
Tue, November 27th, 12:52 · Gabriella Mulligan

Internet and e-commerce fuel Naspers growth

South African media company Naspers has reported 15 percent growth in its half year results, fuelled by successes in its Internet and pay TV segments, with the company focusing on expanding e-commerce activities. → Read more
Tue, November 27th, 12:30 · Tefo Mohapi

South Africa’s top musicians and DJs to remix the classic Nokia tune

Finnish phone maker Nokia, ailing internationally but popular in Africa, has challenged some of South Africa’s top musicians and DJs to remix the classic Nokia tune, originally known as the Grande Valse. → Read more
Tue, November 27th, 12:10 · Brandon Gregory

Oasis WebSoft aims to improve Africa through software technology

A Ghanaian start-up aims to boost economic growth and reduce poverty through mobile, web and software solutions in Ghana and the rest of Africa. → Read more
Tue, November 27th, 11:27 · Tefo Mohapi

SA’s Internet Solutions believes its Network OVC will improve customer’s application performance

Communications service provider Internet Solutions believes its Network OVC (optimisation, visibility, control) solution will enable customers to achieve a consistent end-user quality of experience (QOE) as a means of increasing their business efficiency and application performance. → Read more
Tue, November 27th, 10:13 · Gabriella Mulligan

Pule meets Telkom directors over future strategy

Telkom directors have met with Minister of Communications Dina Pule following the telecom’s revelation of an 80.6 percent H1 profit drop, as part of wider stakeholder engagement to devise a strategy going forward. → Read more
Tue, November 27th, 09:09 · Brandon Gregory

Desso Grassmaster technology to be used in FNB Stadium

A hybrid of natural grass and artificial fibres is set to save the day for the FNB Stadium, Johannesburg, as it prepares to host the Africa Cup of Nations in January and February. → Read more
Tue, November 27th, 06:29 · Tefo Mohapi

SA IT distribution company expecting tablets to be popular this festive season

Esquire Technologies, a South African distributor of IT components, desktops, notebooks, peripherals and digital lifestyle products, believes tablets will be what most people will be looking for as gifts during the festive season. → Read more
Mon, November 26th, 15:49 · Richard Cutcher

South Africa’s e-tolling bill put on hold

The proposed e-tolling system for South Africa’s roads has suffered a setback after the African National Congress (ANC) postponed a parliamentary debate. → Read more