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The International Fraud Deterrent System recently unveiled by the GSMA (Global System for Mobile Communications Association) will help prevent telecoms fraud including the multi-billion dollar global problem of “robo-calling”. That’s according to PBX over GSM provider Trabel (Pty) Ltd which believes that the GSMA’s latest anti-fraud initiative can, in particular, add another layer of protection to PBX systems running over different telecoms networks. “When it comes to security, GSM is the undisputed gold standard for voice calls,” says Anton Potgieter, Managing Director of Trabel (Pty) Ltd, the Cape-based developers of NoPBX. NoPBX is a secure GSM-based PBX solution that seamlessly…

FinTech enablement partner Ukheshe Technologies has announced a new partnership with global next-generation card solutions and digital security company, dzcard. The partnership will enhance dzcard’s customisable solutions for various digital ecosystems and locations. The partnership will leverage Ukheshe’s Eclipse API platform and its market-leading digital payments solutions, allowing both companies to deliver digital strategies within their respective markets. Donovan Drew, president: Asia-Pacific of Ukheshe says the company’s digital payments enablement platform has expanded and evolved significantly as the financial services market seeks innovative solution providers that can address fundamental payment gaps. “The partnership will provide further channels for dzcard to…

Black investors in Phuthuma Nathi, the broad-based black economic empowerment arm of pay-TV operator MultiChoice, will share more than R1.5 billion in dividends. MultiChoice South Africa (MCSA) announced it has declared a dividend to Phuthuma Nathi  shareholders of R1.5 billion. An ordinary dividend of R22.22 per share before dividend tax (R17.78 after tax) will be paid to Phuthuma Nathi shareholders in the first week of September 2021. “The economic environment in South Africa combined with the effects of COVID-19 have created tough conditions. Despite these challenges, we’re delighted to declare a dividend,” Imtiaz Patel, MultiChoice South Africa chairman, said. “We…

Huawei’s newest nova series launched today raises the smartphone experience with a bold design, advanced camera capabilities and productivity-boosting features. The Huawei nova series specifically targets the African youth by bringing them not one but two spectacular devices that are price conscious, stylish and socially on-par with what is out there right now. These two devices are the Huawei nova 8 andHuawei nova Y60. “Gen-Z pride themselves on being the most digitally connected generation that keeps getting better and better. They prefer bite-sized video content and are not about to start compromising now; that’s why Huawei has tailored two smartphones…

Absa Group, in collaboration with the Hein Wagner Academy, will be launching South Africa’s first Cybersecurity Academy for the visually impaired. This is the next evolution of the Absa Cybersecurity Academy, which is focused on developing marginalised, unemployed youths in a globally scarce skill. Accepted students will receive a full scholarship to the Absa Cybersecurity Academy for the Blind based in Worcester, Cape Town, covering all fees, from tuition, specialised learning technologies, accommodation, to food and travel expenses. Each student will also receive a monthly stipend during the two-year programme. “This programme is part of our effort to expand the…

African businesses and consumers will now be able to benefit from a direct connection to the USA as Liquid Intelligent Technologies opens an Internet Point of Presence in Miami, connecting to the Liquid network via a South Atlantic subsea cable. As part of Liquid’s East-West route between the US and Asia via Africa, the new POP is connected to their 100,000km of fibre across 11 countries on the continent and another 14 countries via the Operators Alliance Programme and Liquid Satellite Services. This results in customers being able to leverage a better connection to the US, giving them access to…

Specialist technology solutions provider iOCO has expanded its international presence in the UK and Europe in order to better service its customers in the region. Africa’s largest IT service provider, iOCO has decades of experience working with many of the world’s leading organisations, enabling them to gain the full benefits offered by new technologies. Boasting an extensive team of specialists and strategic partnerships with global technology leaders, iOCO provides a personalised approach backed by a multi-national team of experts. This move is in line with iOCO’s strategic digital expansion over the past few years, with the organisation continually enhancing its…

Ithala Bank and FinTech startup Black Pay have created a partnership aimed at financing township and rural development across the country. The alliance, valued at $15 million or R250 million, will finance township and rural development through home loans, backyard flats, and taxi and vehicle credit while prioritising women and young people. Dr Thulani Vilakazi, CEO of Ithala SOC Limited, said Black Pay will provide all the support Ithala’s clients need to help them in obtaining a loan and to ensure the process runs smoothly. “We recognise that a significant part of our work should be the improvement of the…

Catalytic, part of AltX-listed TeleMasters, has launched uncapped voice bundles to the South African market, taking monthly business call costs down to as little as R99 per user. Catalytic CEO Jaco Voigt says various packages have been made available to existing customers and are now available to the broader market to make the costs of voice calls one less thing for local businesses to worry about. The uncapped voice packages start at R99 per user per month and cover all business calls to fixed-line and mobile numbers in South Africa from 08:00 to 18:00 daily. Without lengthy contracts, the Catalytic…

Virtual Assessment Centre and Data Aggregation Platform, SimplyMustard, has partnered with Junior Mining Association (JMA) to provide a range of best-in-class cognitive, behavioural, technical, and developmental assessments. This will be available through SimplyMustaPlatform, which will both support and empower the junior mining sector and its members. It will also facilitate growth. The SimplyMustard Virtual Assessment centre offers a fully functional digital solution that simulates a traditional assessment process by assessing candidates’ skills and behaviours in a controlled environment, thus enabling better decisions about recruiting, developing, and optimising a business or organization’s talent pool. “We are delighted to partner with JMA…