Google launches cloud service in South Africa
Google Cloud has announced the launch of its Johannesburg cloud region in South Africa, a transformative step to provide cutting-edge cloud services for businesses across the continent. The region is…
Microsoft’s Cloud for governments, now available in South Africa, other Azure locations
Microsoft Cloud for Sovereignty, a groundbreaking service ensuring compliance, security, and policy adherence, is now accessible across all Azure regions, spanning over 60 cloud regions, including South Africa, where the…
Colt Technology Services expands into Africa with Lumen EMEA $1.8b acquisition
Colt Technology Services has completed the acquisition of Lumen's EMEA business for $1.8 billion. The deal, which was first announced last year, will see Colt expand its digital infrastructure and…
Liquid Intelligent Cloud platform, C2 gets new boss
Pan-African technology group, Liquid Intelligent Technologies, has announced the appointment of Oswald Jumira as the CEO of Liquid C2 business unit. Jumira is expected to drive Liquid C2’s growth, innovation…
Oxide launches cloud on prem secures new funding
San Francisco-based startup Oxide, has launched a cloud on premise solution, with claims to be the world's inaugural "commercial cloud computer." This rack-scale system enables enterprises to enjoy the advantages…
MTN appoints Liquid veteran to lead Centre of Excellence
MTN, one of Africa's leading telecommunications companies, has announced the appointment of David Behr as the new Chief Executive of its ICT Centre of Excellence (CoE), effective from November 1,…
Huawei partners FinTech NGR to unveil FinTech Cloud Adoption White Paper at Nigeria Fintech Week
FinTech NGR and Huawei Cloud relaunched their joint Nigerian FinTech Cloud Adoption White Paper during the Nigeria Fintech Week, in Lagos yesterday. For the Nigeria Fintech industry, this is a…
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Amazon set to revolutionize logistics industry valued $100b, analysts claim
World’s largest online retailer and technology provider, Amazon is believed to have set its sights on revolutionizing logistics, with the potential to create a business worth over $100 billion, says…
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Akamai acquires Lumen’s CDN customers
In a transaction that reflects the changing landscape of internet infrastructure, Akamai and Lumen announced a transaction recently that saw Lumen sell ‘select Content Delivery Network service contracts’ to Akamai.…
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Alibaba Cloud expands coverage in South Africa with BCX partnership
Alibaba Cloud, a global leader in cloud computing and artificial intelligence, and Chinese-owned cloud provider has partnered with Telkom subsidiary BCX to expand its share in Africa's cloud services market.…