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Mon, November 25th 2013, 10:30 · Richard Cutcher

Africa can take advantage of LTE leapfrog – Gemalto

Regulators and network operators in Africa should take advantage of the current lack of 3G legacy networks by implementing 4G LTE, effectively leapfrogging the technology, according to Sherry Zameer, Africa and Middle East head of telecommunications solutions at Gemalto. → Read more
Wed, September 4th 2013, 17:00 · Gabriella Mulligan

Regulator independence not crucial – Neotel

The independence of the regulator from the policymaker is not the pressing issue in achieving progress, according to Dr Tracy Cohen, chief corporate services officer at Neotel. → Read more
Tue, July 9th 2013, 16:00 · Brandon Gregory

Kenya’s rainy season affects Safaricom’s backhaul

Kenya's rainy season tends to unearth certain parts of trenched cables, according to Safaricom’s Thibaud Rerolle. → Read more
Fri, June 7th 2013, 09:11 · Nanine Steenkamp

African countries gather to discuss TV white spaces

Development of TV white space solutions for African development was discussed along with regulations over use of spectrum by 17 countries on the continent at a gathering in Dakar, Senegal. → Read more
Tue, May 21st 2013, 08:29 · Brandon Gregory

“Connecting South Africans” at heart of Pule’s budget speech

Dina Pule, South Africa’s minister of communications, today delivered her communications budget vote speech, setting out her agenda for the future. → Read more
Thu, May 16th 2013, 13:31 · Brandon Gregory

Kagiso: digital TV could be irrelevant due to delay

Kagiso Media has warned the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) the migration to digital broadcasting could become irrelevant and limit new industry players to compete should the current delays continue. → Read more
Thu, May 16th 2013, 10:06 · Kamau Mbote

GSMA opens Africa office

The association says the decision to open a point of presence in the African continent was informed by the fact the region is now more vibrant than other regions and a critical market for the mobile industry. According to the director general Anne Bouverot the sector also holds huge potential in tackling unemployment in the […] → Read more
Tue, April 2nd 2013, 12:32 · Nanine Steenkamp

Assange aims for Australian senate seat, appoints ‘anti-monarchy’ campaigner

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has appointed Australian barrister Greg Barns as director of his political campaign as he attempts to gain a senate seat in the 2014 elections in Australia. → Read more
Mon, March 18th 2013, 10:32 · Paul Adepoju

NCC reiterates commitment to ensuring ICT access for the disabled

Eugene Juwah, executive vice chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), has reiterated their commitment of ensuring Nigerians living with disabilities have easy access to telecommunications services. → Read more
Thu, February 7th 2013, 14:04 · Elly Okutoyi

OPINION: Digital migration in-fighting could leave African nations behind

Disturbing trends in the analogue to digital television broadcasting migration have been reported lately in some African countries, with a number admitting they may miss the June 2015 deadline set by the International Telecommunications Union (ITU). → Read more
Mon, December 24th 2012, 08:04 · HumanIPO

African Tech Personality of the Year

In an industry which often depends on the motivation and energy of decisions-makers, one person has the ability to make a significant impact. HumanIPO picks out some of the most important players of 2012. → Read more
Fri, December 21st 2012, 10:40 · Brandon Gregory

ICASA reviews National Radio Frequency Plan

South Africa’s communications regulator is reviewing the National Radio Frequency Plan (NRFP) to ensure it is efficient. → Read more
Fri, December 14th 2012, 14:16 · Tom Jackson

Digital migration will cut prices and boost choice, ICASA

The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) says the switch to digital broadcasting will bring down prices and encourage new broadcasters and television channels. → Read more
Thu, December 13th 2012, 15:10 · Brandon Gregory

WAPA urges ICASA to implement lite-licensing

The Wireless Access Providers’ Association (WAPA) wants the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) to follow in the footsteps of other countries and implement lite-licensing. → Read more
Fri, November 30th 2012, 15:11 · Richard Cutcher

Online access to Cape Town’s planning projects launched

A new website launched by the City of Cape Town is aiming to give easier access to all planning and building information. → Read more
Thu, November 29th 2012, 15:52 · Brandon Gregory

ITU hits back at accusations it aims to “restrict” free speech

United Nations agency the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) has adopted a resolution asking Member States to refrain from taking any actions that could hinder a Member State from using resources and accessing public internet sites. → Read more
Thu, November 29th 2012, 12:56 · Richard Cutcher

ICASA reports to Government on digital migration, but still no deadline

The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) has still not set itself a new target for the switchover from analogue to digital, despite being one year behind its ambitious deadline. → Read more
Mon, October 8th 2012, 06:28 · Tom Jackson

ICASA comes under attack at MVNOs Summit

The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) was singled out for criticism by delegates at the MVNOs Industry Summit last week in Cape Town for failing to fulfill its mandate. → Read more