Harnessing LoRaWAN for conservation
06 November 2025
The Maasai Mara National Reserve, a jewel of Kenya’s rich natural heritage, faces mounting pressures from tourism, poaching, and human-wildlife conflicts. In response, The Safari Collection Footprint Trust (TSCFT), in collaboration with the Narok County Government and key technology partners, embarked on an ambitious project to revolutionise conservation through innovative technology solutions — most notably, the deployment of a state-of-the-art LoRaWAN network.
Addressing over-tourism and its ecological toll
In October 2024, a groundbreaking Maasai Mara Conservation Centre was inaugurated, symbolising a new era in ecological stewardship. Developed through a strategic partnership involving TSCFT, 51 Degrees Ltd., Cisco, Actility, and the Connected Conservation Foundation, this facility integrates advanced EarthRanger software with a robust LoRaWAN network — delivering real-time insights into wildlife and tourism activities. This holistic approach empowers authorities to make data-driven decisions, ensuring the long-term sustainability of one of Africa’s most treasured ecosystems.
Read the full article Transforming wildlife connectivity in South Africa
06 November 2025
Nestled within the sprawling 11,500 hectares of the Waterberg UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in Limpopo, South Africa, Qwabi Private Game Reserve offers an authentic safari adventure amid breathtaking landscapes. Guests enjoy daily game drives to encounter the ‘Big Five’ and other wildlife in their natural habitat, all while indulging in world-class, luxurious lodges that blend seamlessly into the environment.
Central to delivering this exceptional experience is a dependable and seamless communication network that ensures safety, security, and operational efficiency across the vast reserve.
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Enhancing telecom operations: network optimisation with Gigamon
07 October 2025
As one of Africa’s largest telecommunications providers, serving over 60 million customers with voice, messaging, and data services, this company also extends its reach to business clients across more than 50 countries. Its offerings include high-grade internet connectivity, Internet of Things (IoT) solutions, cloud hosting, and security services.
Managing such a vast and complex network infrastructure requires sophisticated tools for visibility, troubleshooting, and ensuring optimal service delivery. Eli, a network broker planner overseeing the company’s tapping and aggregating platform at nine major sites and six smaller locations, plays a vital role in planning, forecasting, troubleshooting, and maintaining network performance. His goal is to build an efficient, resilient, and profitable network that delivers the best possible experience to customers.
Read the full article Telecom Africa transforms data centre operations with TCPWave
07 October 2025
In the rapidly evolving telecommunications landscape across Africa, Telecom Africa has established itself as a pioneering force, delivering a diverse portfolio of services that include mobile voice, internet data, digital content, and financial solutions.
To sustain growth and meet the increasing demands for security, automation, and operational efficiency, Telecom Africa sought to modernize its network infrastructure. Partnering with TCPWave, the company implemented an advanced DDI (DNS, DHCP, and IP Address Management) solution that revolutionized its data centre operations.
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