6 days ago · At a time when the world is being shaped by geopolitical tensions, economic shifts and technological advancement, close to 3 000 policy-makers, business executives, international organization and civil society leaders, academics and innovators from around the world...

1 day ago · As Africa emerges as a digital powerhouse, global and local companies are increasingly investing in transformative fields like cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI), and information and communication technologies (ICT). Dr Jannie Zaaiman, secretary-general of Technology Information Confederation Africa (TICON Africa) This wave of innovation presents a unique opportunity for Africa to ...

1 day ago · During 2025, the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) is set to dramatically reshape the cyber security landscape. By Dan Karpati, vice-president of AI Technologies As an AI and cyber security expert, I foresee several key developments that will significantly impact our digital world. The surge in AI usage will have far-reaching implications for areas […]

1 day ago · DFA has invested over R800-million to upgrade and future-proof its national fibre network to address the growing demand for reliable, high-speed internet. DFA is part of the Maziv group, and DFA’s national network delivers connectivity and backhaul for mobile operators, data centres, internet ...

Dec 24, 2024 · Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the telecommunications industry, driving operational efficiencies, optimising network performance, and significantly enhancing customer sxperience (CX), writes Mirza Bukva, head of telecom partnerships Africa at Infobip. By harnessing machine learning, natural language processing, and real-time data analytics, telecom companies are ...

1 day ago · The future of 5G technology has great potential to transform industries by improving connectivity, speed and capacity, especially as this standard for cellular networks is seeing such rapid adoption that it is set to outpace previous mobile generations due to the demand for faster, more reliable connections. By Vikash Tulsi, senior sales engineer at Commvault […]

Jan 7, 2025 · No longer a mere buzzword, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as the cornerstone of the region’s transformative journey. By Mohammed Amin, senior vice-president: CEEMETA at Dell Technologies In 2024, businesses explored and experimented with GenAI tools, positioning AI as a central driver of operations. The following 12 months promise an era of accelerated digital transformation […]

Oct 29, 2024 · Passpoint and Open Roaming can bridge the gap in South Africa’s spectrum battle, writes Paul Colmer, exco member of the Wireless Access Provider’s Association (WAPA). The battle for the 6GHz spectrum band is heating up in South Africa, mirroring global debates on the allocation of spectrum between WiFi and IMT (cellular) operators. The core of […]

Nov 5, 2024 · Over the last decade, South Africa has witnessed a dramatic transformation in its digital landscape. By David Coleman, chief product officer at Frogfoot Networks The country has made significant strides, with mobile networks now reaching almost every corner of the nation – according to GSMA Intelligence, mobile connections have achieved an impressive 100% penetration rate, […]

Jan 3, 2025 · As technology continues to evolve, its impact on the way we work, live and innovate grows exponentially. By Doug Woolley, GM and vice-president of Dell Technologies South Africa Artificial intelligence (AI) has moved beyond being just a buzzword. It’s now at the heart of global transformation. From AI-enhanced PCs to advancements in data centre design, […]