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NETSCOUT’s latest report highlights evolving, complex DDoS attacks targeting key sectors across southern Africa. (Image source: NETSCOUT)
James Saruchera, co-founder of Afrik. (Image source: Afrik)
Zineb Kamri from Casablanca, Morocco. (Image source: Vertiv)
Siemon debuts DAC and active copper cables for 800G data centres, enhancing flexibility, speed, and cable management. (Image source: Siemon)
EIB Global provides US$100mn to AXIAN Telecom for 4G and 5G broadband expansion in Madagascar and Tanzania. (Image source: Axian Telecom)
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