Author: Anita Bosman
Johannesburg: TECHz – News Desk Kaspersky has announced an update to Kaspersky Cloud Workload Security (CWS) offering, introducing AI-powered workload analysis, enhanced integrations and performance optimisations designed to help organisations better secure complex cloud and hybrid environments. The latest update brings integration with OpenAI API in the Kaspersky Container Security (KCS) part of the offering, also resulting in the creation of a new Advanced Pro license within the product. The new capability provides contextual descriptions of detected vulnerabilities and potential risks, helping accelerate investigations, reduce knowledge gaps and support faster decision-making. Designed for modern DevOps and hybrid cloud environments, Kaspersky…
Accra: TECHz – News Desk Ghana has officially entered a new phase of digital border transformation with the launch of its national electronic visa (e-visa) portal, a move expected to modernize immigration processes, strengthen border management, and improve travel accessibility across the continent. The platform was unveiled by John Dramani Mahama on May 25, 2026, during celebrations marking the 63rd African Union Day. The initiative replaces traditional manual visa procedures with a fully digital, technology-driven system designed to improve efficiency, transparency, and security in visa processing. Beyond the technology rollout, the announcement also carried a broader continental message. President Mahama…
Manama: TECHz – News Desk As the first operator in the Kingdom to offer Starlink Enterprise Services as an authorized reseller, Zain Bahrain is bringing low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellite technology to organizations seeking more resilient, agile, and future-ready digital operations. The service that is available through several flexible commercial options extends beyond high-speed internet access to enable business continuity, operational flexibility, and seamless connectivity in environments where uptime and performance are critical. This milestone reinforces Zain Bahrain’s leadership in delivering advanced digital solutions for the enterprise market, enabling organizations to benefit from globally trusted satellite services backed by strong local…
Nairobi: TECHz – News Desk Qhala, Amini AI, Angani and iXAfrica Data Centres announced a collaboration to host Qubit Hub at iXAfrica NBOX1, creating a strategic environment where AI research, cloud capability, data infrastructure and digital sovereignty can converge. The announcement was made during AI Everything GITEX Kenya 2026, as Kenya continues to position itself as a serious AI, cloud and digital infrastructure hub for Africa. Qubit Hub, incubated by Qhala under QTrust, is an African AI research, innovation and development lab designed to bring together researchers, technologists, data scientists, policymakers and builders working on practical AI solutions for the…
Palo Alto: TECHz – News Desk Rubrik, the Security and AI Operations Company, and MEDITECH, a leading enterprise health record (EHR) platform provider, announced a strategic collaboration to offer native cyber resilience to MEDITECH self-hosted cloud and on-premises solutions. Rubrik will enable MEDITECH Expanse healthcare providers the option to accelerate cloud adoption with confidence, and give on-premises operators the benefits of cyber resilience from Rubrik Security Cloud. The FBI reports that the healthcare industry is a top target for ransomware and cyber attacks. Rubrik’s collaboration with MEDITECH provides a cloud-based solution to keep hospital operations running and patient care uninterrupted,…
Cairo: TECHz – News Desk H.E. Eng. Raafat Hindy, Minister of Communications and Information Technology, and H.E. Dr. Mohamed Farid, Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade, witnessed the signing of a cooperation protocol between the Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA) and the Export Development Fund (EDF), marking a strategic step to scale Egypt’s high-value technology exports and attract global investment. The agreement introduces electronics design, semiconductor, embedded systems, and mobile-related services into Egypt’s Export Development Program for a period of seven years, starting FY 2025/2026. The move enables eligible companies to access performance-based export incentives tied to actual export…
Lagos: TECHz – News Desk Paystack has announced the launch of Canvas, a fully rebuilt version of its Dashboard, marking the first major redesign of the product in 10 years. The new Dashboard has been rebuilt from the ground up to better reflect how modern businesses operate, moving beyond incremental updates to a complete rethinking of its architecture, user experience, and product direction. According to Paystack, the original Dashboard evolved alongside its growing merchant base, with new features and workflows added over time. While this made the platform more powerful, it also introduced complexity, making it harder for users to…
Cairo: TECHz – News Desk Telecom Egypt (WE), in collaboration with Huawei, announced the launch of a new Fiber-to-the-Room (FTTR) service, powered by Huawei’s advanced solutions. The new technology marks a major milestone in the evolution of home broadband services in Egypt, delivering customers an ultra-fast, stable, and seamless connectivity experience, while enhancing wireless network coverage across every corner of the home. Huawei’s FTTR technology represents a new generation of in-home fiber optic networking solutions, purpose-built to overcome common connectivity challenges such as dead zones, inconsistent speeds, and network congestion resulting from the growing number of connected devices in large…
Singapore: TECHz – News Desk Trident Digital Tech Holdings Ltd., a Singapore-headquartered digital infrastructure holding company focused on building and operating sovereign-scale technology ecosystems across emerging markets, today announced the official nationwide deployment of its digital tax and MSME formalization platform in partnership with the Ghana Revenue Authority (“GRA”) through Trident Aliska Digital Tech Ghana Ltd. (“Trident Aliska Digital Tech”), the Company’s 50/50 joint venture with Aliska Business Advisory and Research Limited (“Aliska”). The deployment follows Trident’s recently announced strategic transformation into a diversified digital infrastructure holding company focused on sovereign-scale technology ecosystems spanning government technology, digital identity, AI, cybersecurity,…
Johannesburg: TECHz – News Desk NEC XON has reinforced its position in the wireless connectivity market through a strategic distribution partnership with Mimosa Networks, enabling the delivery of high-performance fixed wireless access and backhaul solutions across Africa. The partnership positions NEC XON as a key distributor and solutions provider for Mimosa’s carrier-grade wireless technology, supporting operators, service providers and enterprises that require rapid, scalable connectivity in environments where fibre deployment is limited, impractical or cost prohibitive. Wally Beelders, Executive – Communication Solutions, NEC XON: “Mimosa has become a key part of our wireless strategy. Communication Solutions at NEC XON. “We…