Organisations need to be able to mix their cloud services from different providers easily if they are to experience the advantages of cloud computing, according to Albie Bester, general manager of SEACOM’s cloud aggregation subsidiary, Pamoja
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Google introduces email access through text messaging service in Nigeria
Google has introduced a service in Nigeria that will allow mobile phone users to access their emails through text messaging
Safaricom to invest US$95 million for Kenya fibre-optic cable expansion
Kenyan telecom operator Safaricom will spend about US$94.8mn in the next four years to lay down a 2,300km fibre-optic cable to support a rising customer base
Durban Internet Exchange goes live
The South African province of KwaZulu-Natal has attempted to make its mark on the country’s ICT sector by setting up the Durban Internet Exchange (DINX), which went live this week
Main One aims to strengthen Nigeria/Ghana network
Underwater cable firm, Main One Cable Company, has outlined its plans to seamlessly integrate businesses with offices in both Nigeria and Ghana as well as promote trade relations and boost economic growth of the sub-region