SES and Africa Mobile Network Reach Milestone: Connecting 5.8 Million in DRC, Expanding Rural Coverage
28 February 2026
SES Satellites and Africa Mobile Network (AMN) have expanded connectivity infrastructure across the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), now supporting more than 1,100 base stations and increasing population coverage by 27%, bringing mobile network access within reach for more people, many in rural communities.
There is a clear demand for connectivity across the region, a direct result of the mission to bring rural DRC online. For AMN and SES, that’s not just a percentage, it represents millions of people accessing mobile network services for the very first time.
Find out more PowerX launches AI-driven maintenance platform to transform tower industry operations
26 February 2026
PowerX has announced the expansion of its data intelligence platform with the launch of PowerX AI Maintenance.
This new solution is designed to revolutionize tower infrastructure maintenance by enhancing first-time fix rates, reducing operational expenses, and streamlining workflows through AI-powered scheduling, mobile workforce management, and real-time analytics.
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Scam Signal launches in South Africa to tackle APP fraud and combat financial crime
20 February 2026
Brian Gorman, Fintech Lead at GSMA
South Africa is the second country to launch the Scam Signal, following its successful deployment in the UK to help combat Authorised Push Payment (APP) fraud, which occurs when criminals deceive individuals or businesses into authorising payments to accounts controlled by the fraudsters.
APP fraud often takes place through sophisticated social engineering tactics such as impersonating trusted organisations or manipulating victims into believing urgent action is required. This type of fraud is particularly significant because, unlike unauthorised transactions, victims have willingly initiated the payments, making it more challenging for banks to halt or reverse the losses.
Find out more Strengthening cybersecurity through smarter vendor risk management
20 February 2026
Ryan Boyes, Governance, Risk, and Compliance Officer at Galix
Vendor risk management has shifted from an administrative task to a strategic discipline, which shapes how well organisations protect themselves.
Many businesses rely heavily on third parties for essential services but underestimate how much sensitive data these partners hold or assume that responsibility shifts entirely once work is outsourced. Without clear standards, specialist support and continuous oversight, vendors quickly become one of the weakest links in an organisation’s security posture.
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