Telecoms in Africa

New power device beats radiation challenges of outer space

Microchip's new GaN-based power converter delivers up to 20 A of continuous current in a compact package, with radiation tolerance and fast transient response…

Hans van de Groenendaal42 hours ago

Load shedding has eased. Now South Africa faces its next industrial energy test.

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The EIUG Conference, to be held in Johannesburg on 28–29 October 2026, tackles the challenges and opportunities facing South Africa’s energy-intensive users.

Staff reporter14 Oct 2026

Sub-Saharan Africa records strong trade growth amid record globalisation

The latest DHL Globalisation Tracker from DHL and New York University’s Stern School of Business reveals key insights.

Staff reporter7 Oct 2026

IITPSA names finalists for 2026 President’s Awards

The Institute of Information Technology Professionals South Africa (IITPSA) has announced the finalists for this year’s IITPSA President’s Awards - among the h…

Staff reporter30 Sep 2026

South Africa’s data centre and AI boom should be treated like critical infrastructure

As artificial intelligence becomes embedded in the systems running the economy, the buildings housing that intelligence become part of its attack surface – whe…

16 Sep 2026

Air cargo demand grows 3.9% in July

According to the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) latest analysis of the state of the air cargo industry, demand is taking off.

2 Sep 2026

When AI gets it wrong, is your business prepared?

As AI adoption accelerates, governance and resilience are becoming critical business priorities.

Staff reporter2 Sep 2026

Durban-based initiative targets 13,000 tonnes of plastic recovery across KZN

The East Coast Recycling Partnership aims to recover 13,000 tonnes of plastic waste from landfills, streets, open spaces, and waterways across KwaZulu-Natal ov…

2 Sep 2026

The next test for mobile money: Making financial access count

Discussions at the MTN Group Fintech Summit 2026 explored how Africa’s fintech ecosystem can enable stronger saving and investment habits, improve access to li…

2 Sep 2026

Mind the gap: The space between profit and connectivity has widened

How changing consumer behaviour, increasing competition and shrinking margins are reshaping the future of the telecoms industry.

9 Aug 2026

Connectivity as infrastructure: Building networks for technology and revenue growth

Opinion: Businesses should stop thinking of connectivity as just another basic expense. Instead, it should be seen as something that helps keep operations runn…

Staff reporter9 Aug 2026

Multi-stage phishing attack targeting manufacturing facilities in Europe, Asia and the Middle East

Kaspersky has uncovered a phishing campaign targeting manufacturing facilities in multiple countries across Europe, Asia and the Middle East.

Staff reporter14 Jul 2026