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Wed, May 8th, 12:49 · Paul Adepoju

Digital content producers in Nigeria need to take a stand – Nkiru Asika

A call has been made for digital content producers in Nigeria to stand firm on the remuneration they receive from network operators which run their products. → Read more
Wed, May 8th, 12:43 · Paul Adepoju

We don’t make much noise at Airtel – Deepak Srivastava

Deepak Srivastava, chief operating officer and executive director of Airtel Nigeria, has said unlike other networks in the country, Airtel is not making much noise about its achievement. → Read more
Wed, May 8th, 12:38 · Richard Cutcher

Cell C deny claims of unpaid ICASA fees

South Africa’s third largest mobile operator, Cell C, has hit back at the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) for suggestions it owes ZAR107.3 million (US$11.8 million) in licence fees. → Read more
Wed, May 8th, 12:37 · Nanine Steenkamp

Xhosa Mobile supplies medical aid

University of Cape Town (UCT) student Saadiq Moolla has developed a mobile solution to help the diagnosis and treatment of Xhosa patients through translations. → Read more
Wed, May 8th, 11:33 · Susan Mwenesi

Moscow court rejects Google’s video appeal

A Moscow court has rejected a test case brought by Google to challenge the Russian authorities on their tough internet laws. → Read more
Wed, May 8th, 10:39 · Richard Cutcher

SEACOM adds Epsilon operators in partnership

Global network exchange Epsilon Telecommunications has signed an agreement with provider SEACOM so it can offer its services to Africa. → Read more
Wed, May 8th, 10:31 · Nanine Steenkamp

Vodacom hits back at Telkom off limits

South African network operator Vodacom has launched its new ‘limitless’ advertising campaign in reaction to the ‘unlimited’ offers promoted by Telkom Mobile. → Read more
Wed, May 8th, 10:22 · Nanine Steenkamp

SKA sets up UK presence

The Square Kilometer Array (SKA) radio telescope’s international head office has been established in the United Kingdom (UK), a year after its setup in South Africa and Australia. → Read more
Wed, May 8th, 10:03 · Richard Cutcher

LinkedIn turns 10

LinkedIn is celebrating its 10 years in business this week, with its co-founder saying he is “honoured and humbled” by the effect it has had on people’s professional lives. → Read more
Wed, May 8th, 09:49 · Kamau Mbote

Safaricom launches KSh500 million promotion

Safaricom has launched the biggest promotion in Kenya’s history dubbed ‘Tetemesha’ that will see winners get airtime and cash prices worth KSh500 million (US$6 million). → Read more
Wed, May 8th, 09:38 · Kamau Mbote

BitTorrent heads to monetization by releasing bundles

BitTorrent is stepping up its monetisation efforts by releasing a new content packaging format called BitTorrent Bundle, in alpha mode. → Read more
Wed, May 8th, 09:15 · Martin Cheruiyot

Tanzania Revenue Authority revamps website

The Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) has launched a new website to improve its services to customers. → Read more
Wed, May 8th, 08:50 · Richard Cutcher

Altron reveal extent of losses

IT and telecommunications group Altron has posted a headline earnings per share decrease of 29 per cent compared to last year in its annual financial results to the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE). → Read more
Wed, May 8th, 08:39 · Paul Adepoju

Nigerians are more social than South Africans – 2go

A 2go survey, breaking down the demographics and behaviour of its users, has declared Nigerians are more social than South Africans as the network prepares for an Android launch later this month. → Read more
Wed, May 8th, 08:24 · Nanine Steenkamp

Q&A: Social media not a replacement, but complement to traditonal PR

Melissa Attree, creative director at Cerebra, spoke to HumanIPO about social media as complementary, rather than a replacement, to traditional channels of public relations (PR). → Read more
Wed, May 8th, 08:14 · Kamau Mbote

Google Maps facelift likely at I/O conference

Google could be about to launch a new interface for its mapping services after a blog displayed screenshots appearing to unveil its new look. → Read more
Wed, May 8th, 07:20 · Tom Jackson

Altech shares tumble

Altech shares fell almost 6 per cent in midday trade on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange yesterday, in spite of its chief executive officer (CEO) saying he would give up his bonus in the wake of poor financial results. → Read more
Wed, May 8th, 07:05 · Tom Jackson

Nokia CEO faces investor revolt

Nokia investors have told chief executive officer (CEO) Stephen Elop they are losing patience with his current tactics for challenging Apple and Samsung in the smartphone market. → Read more
Wed, May 8th, 05:56 · Paul Adepoju

MWWA2013 Focus Day Review: A first, but a success

Mobile Web West Africa 2013 kicked off with its first Focus Day yesterday, with an emphasis on mobile marketing. → Read more
Tue, May 7th, 15:15 · Kamau Mbote

Kenya police receive speed guns

The Kenya police traffic department has said it will deal firmly with speeding after it received speed cameras from the National Road Safety Trust to help check drivers. → Read more