TELECOM-REVIEW
10.5.2022 04:34:09 CEST | Business Wire | Press release
Telecom Review Middle East reported that in South Africa, 5G is a vital foundation for key digital platform ecosystems that will drive the fourth industrial revolution in the country. Mobile network operators such as MTN, Vodacom, Rain and Telkom have already deployed 5G networks to meet South Africa’s significant growth in traffic for broadband services. At the early stages of 5G network deployment and to address South Africa's bandwidth deficiency, the currently-assigned bandwidth is set to be increased by over 300 MHz through the recent auction facilitated by ICASA.
South Africa presents fast mobile network performance. In MyBroadband’s Q1 2022 speed data test report, MTN was ranked first in its mobile network performance, confirming its leading position in South Africa. The report also revealed equipment performance by different vendors, where Huawei came first with a leading 4G/5G network speed 30% to 70% faster than its competitors. As operators continue to compete for better network experience, an increase in network scalability and efficiency is anticipated.
New spectrum in South Africa accelerates fast-track digital inclusion. South Africa’s regulators completed an auction of the spectrums in 700MHz, 800MHz, 2.6GHz and 3.5GHz frequency bands for 5G services in March, which attracted active participation of all operators.
The spectrum auction facilitates the digital transformation in industry. The licensing of additional bands facilitates the use of networks, especially where 5G serves its purpose to keep bringing about digital transformation in industry. Examples could be MTN’s newly-signed MOU for smart mining or Telkom’s 5G livestream of African penguins for tourism.
It also shows that the South African government supports 5G development. The issuance of licensing in the auction includes several obligations for using broadband. For coverage obligations, operators need to achieve the population coverage of up to 80% to 97% within five years.
It is expected that the allocation of the 5G spectrum, and a quality network experience will accelerate 5G development and create social value, which will result in the rapid adoption of 5G within the potential-rich market.
About Telecom Review
Telecom Review Middle East was launched in 2005. The leading media platform covers the latest trends in the Middle East and Europe region in both print and digital editions, and provides exclusive interviews with C-level executives. Find out more at: www.telecomreview.com
View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220505005626/en/
About Business Wire
Subscribe to releases from Business Wire
Subscribe to all the latest releases from Business Wire by registering your e-mail address below. You can unsubscribe at any time.
Latest releases from Business Wire
Aqara Showcases Scaling Professional-Grade Infrastructure and Unified Management at Light + Building 20268.3.2026 09:00:00 CET | Press release
From system-level software to end-to-end solutions, Aqara demonstrates how intelligent spaces are designed, operated, and scaled. Aqara, a global leader and pioneer in IoT, today unveiled its cutting-edge innovations in intelligent space technology at Light + Building 2026 (Hall 9.0, Booth A50). Aqara’s demonstration offers a glimpse into a comprehensive system that offers intelligent lighting control, energy saving, and space security experience for professional usage. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260308903989/en/ Aqara Showcases Scaling Professional-Grade Infrastructure and Unified Management at Light + Building 2026 System-level Intelligent Control Aqara introduces a centralized system solution designed to streamline the management of building deployments at any scale. Moving beyond individual device control, Aqara offers a unified solution that provides architects, facility managers, and developers with
AI Meets Traditional Culture: Huangshan Captures Widespread Attention at ITB Berlin7.3.2026 10:22:00 CET | Press release
Huangshan, one of China’s most iconic scenic destinations, drew significant attention at this year’s ITB by presenting a compelling fusion of traditional Chinese culture and cutting-edge artificial intelligence under the slogan “The world of Huangshan is for the world.” This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260307909978/en/ International visitor admires Huangshan cultural and creative exhibits at the Huangshan stand during ITB Berlin. Located in eastern China’s Anhui Province, Huangshan is famed for its “Five Natural Wonders” — fantastic pines, grotesque rocks, sea of clouds, hot spring and winter snow. The mountain is widely regarded as one of China’s greatest mountain landscapes. It is also a rare natural heritage site that simultaneously holds multiple international designations, including UNESCO World Cultural and Natural Heritage status, a UNESCO Global Geopark and a World Biosphere Reserve. At ITB, the Huangsh
Incyte Announces the European Commission Approval of Zynyz® (retifanlimab) for the First-Line Treatment of Advanced Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Anal Canal (SCAC)6.3.2026 22:42:00 CET | Press release
- Zynyz® (retifanlimab) in combination with carboplatin and paclitaxel (platinum-based chemotherapy) is the first systemic treatment for adult patients with advanced SCAC in Europe- The EC approval is based on results of the POD1UM-303 study which showed that adult patients with advanced SCAC achieved significantly improved progression-free survival with Zynyz in combination with carboplatin and paclitaxel as a first-line treatment compared to chemotherapy alone.1 Incyte (Nasdaq:INCY) today announced that the European Commission (EC) has approved Zynyz® (retifanlimab) in combination with carboplatin and paclitaxel (platinum-based chemotherapy) for the first-line treatment of adult patients with metastatic or with inoperable locally recurrent squamous cell carcinoma of the anal canal (SCAC). “The EC approval of Zynyz marks an important step forward for patients with advanced SCAC, a rare cancer for which meaningful treatment advances have not occurred in several decades,” said Bill Meur
Dfns Launches Payouts6.3.2026 21:27:00 CET | Press release
Dfns today announced the launch of Payouts, a new API enabling institutions to convert stablecoins to fiat and route payouts across multiple bank accounts while keeping wallet-level governance and controls in place. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260305327930/en/ Convert stablecoins to fiat and settle payouts to bank accounts in 94 countries, today. Solving the problem of single-rail off-ramps Today, most fintechs and institutions still hard-wire a single payout provider into their stack, or rely on vertically integrated models that bundle routing, pricing, custody, and settlement together. That approach may be convenient early on, but it creates structural problems at scale: weak price discovery because there is no competitive pressure on margins, limited auditability because routing decisions are opaque, and operational fragility because a single provider degradation in any corridor requires architectural i
Klarna Group Plc Clarifies Mechanics of March 9 Lock-Up Expiration6.3.2026 20:23:00 CET | Press release
Klarna Group plc (NYSE: KLAR) today issues the following clarification to ensure investors and market participants have accurate information regarding the mechanics of its lock-up expiration on March 9, 2026, the processes required before pre-IPO shares can be traded on the NYSE, and the prior liquidity opportunities already available to shareholders. This release contains only factual descriptions of the Company's share structure and applicable processes. It does not constitute guidance or a projection of any kind regarding future trading volumes, share price, or the intentions of any shareholder and speaks only as of the date of this press release. 1. 335 million locked-up shares — but two different categories Of the 378 million total ordinary shares outstanding, approximately 335 million are subject to lock-up restrictions expiring March 9, 2026. However, these shares fall into two distinct categories governed by separate sets of regulations. A. 159 million shares (48% of locked-up
In our pressroom you can read all our latest releases, find our press contacts, images, documents and other relevant information about us.
Visit our pressroom