Regulatory
SA: ICASA Strengthens Mobile Market Regulations with New Amendment Act
The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) has introduced the Mobile Broadband Services Amendment Regulations 2024, which will come into effect upon ...
News
South Africa: TymeBank Appoints Karl Westvig as New CEO
TymeBank, the South African digital banking pioneer, has announced the appointment of Karl Westvig as its new CEO. This leadership change comes as ...
Regulatory
South African Regulator Defends Spectrum Approval Amid Vodacom’s Legal Suit
The spectrum in question involves the 900MHz, 1,800MHz, and 2,100MHz bands. Spectrum pooling allows multiple radio spectrum users to coexist within a single ...
News
SA: Infobip Implements First RCS in South Africa for Bob Group
Infobip has achieved a significant milestone by successfully implementing Rich Communication Services (RCS) for the ecommerce platform Bob Group, marking Infobip’s first live ...
Regulatory
South African Regulator Blocks StarTimes’ OnDigital Media Licence Renewal, Orders Shutdown
Debbie Wu, CEO of OnDigital Media, has assured customers and stakeholders that despite a shutdown order, the company will continue its operations. “We ...
News
South Africa Fintech Ukheshe Rebrands as EFT Corporation, Aiming to Boost Financial Inclusion in Africa
South African fintech company Ukheshe has rebranded as EFT Corporation following its acquisition of the long-established EFT Corporation in January 2024. This strategic ...
News
South Africa Traders Fair 2024: Embrace Financial Wisdom
Johannesburg, South Africa — Anticipation is building as the South Africa Traders Fair, hosted by FINEXPO, returns to the vibrant city of Johannesburg. ...
South Africa
South Africa to Tighten Cryptocurrency Regulations with New ‘Travel Rule’
Sumsub urges South African firms involved in crypto transactions to seriously consider Travel Rule requirements Cryptocurrency services may soon find themselves facing increased ...
News
South Africa’s Telecommunications Sector at a Pivotal Juncture
South Africa’s telecommunications industry is currently at a critical juncture, faced with the dual task of driving progress while navigating persistent challenges. The ...
Regulatory
South Africa to Probe Microsoft Over Cloud Computing Licensing Practices, Source Reveals
A South African antitrust agency is gearing up to launch an investigation into Microsoft regarding its cloud computing licensing practices, as disclosed by ...