Turning the tables: how ISPs are reshaping their relationship with FNOs
09 September 2024
Tholo Lerotholi, Merge X Co-Founder
Recent studies show that the average internet speed in South Africa is significantly lower than the global average, with rural areas experiencing even worse performance. According to Ookla’s Speedtest Global Index, South Africa ranks 101st in the world for fixed broadband speeds.
Additionally, South Africans reported a strikingly low average net sentiment score of -41.2%, according to the South African Telecoms Sentiment Index, 2024 (DataEQ), highlighting significant challenges in service quality and reliability. These statistics underscore the need for reliable metrics like ISP ratings to gauge and improve internet service delivery.
Egypt and Indonesia consider joining forces for digitalization
04 September 2024
During the 2nd Indonesia-Africa Forum (IAF) held in Badung, Bali, the Egyptian government offered Indonesian companies the opportunity to invest in various sectors, including data centres and digitalization.
“The Egyptian government wants Indonesian companies to invest in their data center projects. Indonesia, as a large and experienced country, can share its experiences on how digitalization improves the national economy and progress,” said Budi Arie Setiadi, Indonesian Minister of Communication and Information Technology.
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Empire Partner Foundation curates South Africa’s ICT innovators
03 September 2024
Empire Partner Foundation (EPF), a tech non-profit organisation, is curating the Directory of South African Innovation which aims to showcase local enterprises generating tech solutions that have an impact on society and to promote the local tech community.
EPF says that recognising these innovations would make it easier for the technology sector in South Africa to cooperate with like-minded partners and start-ups. More than a directory, the platform will support businesses and individuals looking for dependable, high-quality ICT solutions developed locally.
Find out more Telecom Egypt to launch 5G with Nokia
06 August 2024
Nokia has announced a new partnership with Telecom Egypt to bring 5G technology to Egypt for the first time.
The collaboration aims to revolutionise the country’s telecom landscape by introducing 5G to cities including Alexandria, Aswan, Cairo, Giza, and Luxor. Nokia will provide its comprehensive AirScale portfolio to deliver an exceptional network experience to Telecom Egypt’s customers including faster data speeds, enhanced performance, and capacity. Deployment will take place later in 2024.
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