(GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Africa Mobile Networks (AMN) today announced the activation of its 2,000th base station in Nigeria, where recent testing on a dual-band site in Yebu delivered 4G download speeds exceeding 81Mbps. AMN is now a critical infrastructure partner in the country, representing 10% of the Nigerian active tower footprint of Africa’s largest mobile network operator and connecting over 4.7 million previously unserved or underserved citizens to vital 2G, 3G, and 4G services. AMN will exceed 2,100 sites in Nigeria by the end of 2026. This expansion will continue into 2027 at a rate of over 60 new sites per month in Nigeria alone, one of 10 countries where AMN currently operates. Highlighting its capacity to scale rapidly, AMN previously achieved a peak installation rate of 114 new sites in a single month in Nigeria. A Media Snippet accompanying this announcement is available by clicking on this link. AMN’s proprietary AMN Radio Node (ARN) has been deployed across towers since 2024. The multi-carrier technology supports 2G, 3G and 4G services, with dual-band configurations enabling operators to deliver services across multiple frequency bands. AMN also integrates Starlink LEO satellite backhaul, including its first Nigerian site in Yebu, which combines both ARN technology and Starlink connectivity. “Reaching our 2,000 sites in Nigeria is more than a milestone for AMN; it highlights the impact of purpose-built infrastructure in connecting previously unserved communities,” said Michael Darcy, CEO of AMN. “From enabling local clinics to access life-saving remote consultations to empowering small businesses, we are building much more than towers. We will not stop until our vision is realised: no community, regardless of location, left without reliable communications.” Beyond coverage, this expansion drives vital socio-economic growth, narrowing the digital gender gap for local entrepreneurs, enabling remote education, and delivering life-saving …
Psycho Bunny Brings Summer Polo Shirts and Swim Shorts to South Africa
South Africa: As October draws to a close, men across South Africa start swapping winter layers for lighter clothes. Jackets and jerseys get packed away, daylight stretches further into the evening, and diaries begin to fill with braais, golf days, end-of-year functions and early runs to the coast. It is a natural point to take stock of the warm-weather wardrobe and decide what should be replaced before the festive rush begins. Psycho Bunny South Africa, local home of the menswear label recognised by its embroidered skull and crossbones bunny, has a straightforward view of the season: the best summer wardrobe rests on a few hard-working pieces that look right in most of the places a man is likely to go. There is nothing complicated about that approach, and that is deliberate. Summer in South Africa is demanding on clothing. One day might begin with a breakfast meeting, carry on through a long lunch outdoors and finish at a family dinner, with heat, wind and perhaps a late afternoon thunderstorm along the way. The items worth keeping are the comfortable ones that are simple to look after and smart enough for nearly any setting. The polo comes first No summer garment earns its keep like the polo, and it is the anchor of the Psycho Bunny range. It occupies the space between a T-shirt and a collared shirt: easy enough for the weekend, yet the collar and placket give it enough polish for a relaxed office, a restaurant or an event where a plain tee would look underdressed. The brand's polo shirts cover classic pique styles in Pima cotton, sport polos and knit polos, all carrying the embroidered bunny on the chest. Pima cotton deserves a brief explanation, since it helps explain why these polos have loyal fans. As a long fibre cotton, it produces a fabric that is soft to the touch and keeps its shape through repeated wear. That is a real advantage in summer, when the same polo will likely go through the wash and back into rotation many times over a few …
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Cybercrime Surge Highlights Urgent Need for Digital Skills
Johannesburg: As cybercrime escalates in scale and sophistication, South African businesses and individuals face an increasingly complex digital threat landscape. From ransomware and data breaches to phishing and identity theft, cybercriminals are exploiting vulnerabilities that threaten financial stability, sensitive information and business continuity. As Cybersecurity Awareness Month comes to an end, it is important to highlight that cybersecurity is about creating everyday habits that make it difficult for cybercriminals. "Fraud and scams are two of the biggest challenges South Africans face when interacting online," says Manie van Schalkwyk, CEO of the Southern African Fraud Prevention Service (SAFPS). "As the world becomes increasingly digitised, these threats will continue to grow. South Africans must understand the risks they face and the measures available to protect themselves." Cybercriminals Are Increasingly Exploiting Trust and Human Vulnerabilities Cybercrime increasingly relies on deception, with scammers exploiting trust through emails, phone calls, fake websites, social media and messaging platforms. Their evolving tactics make fraud increasingly difficult to recognise. Phishing (fraudulent emails) continues to rise, while telephone-based scams, known as vishing, remain particularly damaging. “Fraudsters impersonate bank representatives or reputable organisations, warning victims about suspicious transactions before directing them to transfer money, share One-Time PINs or click malicious links,” explains Van Schalkwyk. Scammers also pose as bank fraud departments, offering assistance with account verification or branch appointment bookings. Their objective is to obtain sensitive information or gain access to victims’ devices and accounts. Online shopping scams are another growing concern. Fraudsters advertise unbelievable deals, create convincing websites with fake reviews and payment portals, then deliver counterfeit …
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e-CAR Menlyn Helps Pretoria Drivers Prepare Their Cars for a Hot Festive Season
Pretoria: The holiday traffic is coming, and for thousands of Pretoria families the long road trip starts in just a few weeks. With summer settling over the Highveld, e-CAR Menlyn, the car service and repair workshop at 275 Bali Street in Menlyn, is asking drivers to bring their vehicles in early. That way, minor faults get picked up on a workshop hoist rather than on the side of the N1 or the N4 in thirty degree heat. The thinking behind the advice is simple. After a winter of short, stop-start trips to the office and the school gate around the east of the city, a car can seem perfectly healthy while hiding worn brake pads, old coolant, a battery near the end of its life or an air conditioner slowly leaking refrigerant. Put that same car on the highway for hours, fully loaded and in high temperatures, and those hidden issues are the ones most likely to end in a breakdown. Families who book a car service in Pretoria now, while there are still open slots, can sort out any problems when it suits them rather than when the car decides. Cool air is a safety issue, not just a comfort one Plenty of motorists only realise summer has arrived when the vents start blowing warm air. That can feel like a minor annoyance, but on a long journey with children and luggage packed in, it becomes a safety concern. Heat and stuffy air wear a driver down and dull their concentration, and an aircon that can't demist the windscreen during an afternoon thunderstorm makes the road harder to see. At e-CAR Menlyn, aircon regas in Pretoria is handled as a complete procedure, not a fast top-up. The workshop explains that it starts by safely removing any old refrigerant with specialised equipment, which also clears out contaminants that have built up over time. Technicians then look for leaks and damage, which can involve checking hoses, connections and the compressor and running pressure tests. Only after that is the system refilled with the refrigerant type and quantity the vehicle …
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A Young Woman’s Digital Journey Into Cyber Security
As South Africa’s digital economy continues to grow, new opportunities are emerging for young people to gain in-demand technology skills and participate in industries that were once out of reach. Yet for many young people in rural communities, limited access to training and exposure remains a barrier. Growing up in Kuruman in the Northern Cape, 22-year-old Bontle Tikane never imagined a future in cyber security. Like many young women, she assumed careers in coding, networking and technology were not meant for her. Today, however, she is helping to challenge that perception. Tikane is one of five young women selected for the first cohort of the WomHub Digital Skills Programme, a partnership between Anglo American's Kumba Iron Ore business and WomHub that aims to equip young women from mining communities with industry-recognised digital skills and qualifications. Through training in networking, AI, data science and cyber security, the programme helps participants prepare for opportunities in the growing digital economy while addressing gender gaps in the sector. The programme forms part of a three-year initiative to broaden access to opportunities for young women across the Northern Cape, with participants drawn from Kathu, Kuruman and Postmasburg. “Talent is everywhere, but opportunity is not always equally accessible. Through this programme, we want more young women to see themselves in technology, build confidence in their abilities and gain the skills needed to participate in the digital economy. We hope to inspire the next generation of innovators, problem-solvers and leaders from our communities,” says Kutlwano Takadi, Kumba WiM Integration Lead. Tikane's career path has not been a straightforward one. She had originally set her sights on a career in finance and enrolled at a college, but financial pressures forced her to drop out before completing the course. The WomHub Digital Skills Programme, she says, felt like an unexpected continuation of …
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Dashen Bank and Shebamiles Launch Platinum Co-branded Mastercard Debit Card to Unlock Premium Travel Benefits for Customers in Ethiopia
Dashen Bank and ShebaMiles have launched a Platinum co-branded Mastercard debit card in Ethiopia, combining secure payments, digital access, loyalty benefits and premium travel privileges in one offering. Issued by Dashen Bank and powered by Mastercard, the card is linked to Ethiopian Airlines’ ShebaMiles loyalty program. It enables customers to use one card for everyday and travel-related payments while accessing benefits including airport lounge access, airport fast track and global data roaming, in addition to the miles they earn in the air. The collaboration combines Ethiopian Airlines’ travel network and loyalty program, Dashen Bank’s issuing capabilities, customer reach and Super App, and Mastercard’s global payment network, technology and premium card benefits. Shehryar Ali, senior vice president and country manager for East Africa and Indian Ocean Islands at Mastercard, said: “Travel is increasingly becoming a connected digital experience, and consumers expect the same level of convenience, security and value from the way they pay. This unique collaboration brings together payments, loyalty and premium travel benefits in a single proposition, creating a differentiated experience for travellers while strengthening Ethiopia’s premium travel payments ecosystem.” The card will be available in physical and virtual formats. Customers can access the virtual card through the Dashen Bank Super App, which serves more than 2 million active monthly users. Eligible cardholders will also have access to Mastercard Airport Experiences, which provides entry to a global network of more than 1,600 airport lounges. Ato Asfaw Alemu, CEO of Dashen Bank, said: “Customers today increasingly expect financial services to be more connected, convenient and relevant to the way they live and travel. Our collaboration with Mastercard and Ethiopian Airlines brings together payments, travel and loyalty in a differentiated proposition, while giving customers the flexibility to …
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My City Loft Helps Renters Plan a January Move Into the Johannesburg CBD
Johannesburg: January is a month of fresh starts in the inner city. People take up new jobs, students go back to college and leases come up for renewal, so the coming weeks are when most renters start weighing up where to live next year. My City Loft rents studio and one-bedroom flats in six buildings across the inner city, and it is urging anyone planning a move to begin looking now. Starting early leaves time to visit buildings, get answers and organise the move without pressure. The main reason people choose the city centre is practical: they spend less time and money getting to work or lectures. My City Loft's buildings are close to Park Station, bus routes, taxi ranks and the M1, M2 and M31, so residents can reach most of Gauteng without a long commute every day. For renters comparing flats to rent in Johannesburg CBD, that convenience is often what decides it. A choice of six addresses Every My City Loft building offers modern studio and one-bedroom units with light, open-plan living space. Each building also has its own character and sits in a different neighbourhood, so renters get a real say in which part of the city they call home. International House is in the Johannesburg CBD, right by the Johannesburg Library and a short walk from Newtown Mall. Metro Views is in Newtown, close to Metro Mall and Joburg Mall and a short walk from Mary Fitzgerald Square and Beyers Naude Square. Station Lofts is near Braamfontein, with quick access to Park Station and the Bree taxi rank. Library Gardens is in Marshalltown and has play areas and braai and chill areas for residents. Jeppe Circle is in Newtown, directly across from the Johannesburg Library and a walk away from the Newtown Mall. 111 Kerk Street is in the inner city near the Maboneng Precinct, close to the Kerk Street market and the MTN and Bree Street taxi ranks. Because the buildings are spread across the centre, renters can decide what matters most to them, such as being near a …
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Wavepool Surf Tour Alaïa Surf Challenge: The Final Countdown Starts Now
Entries for the Alaïa Surf Challenge close on 31 October 2026, so the countdown is on, with cash, prizes, and World Final places still to be decided. There’s still time to book a session and submit your best rides, while existing entrants can improve their submissions and climb the Sion Tourisme Leaderboards. Make the next session count When surfing at Alaïa Bay, you have the same sections on repeat, but with a different plan each time. Generate more speed, get on your rail earlier, or focus on airs. The Wavepool Surf Tour builds competition around that experience. Surf during the event window, choose your best two rides, and submit your footage. An international judging panel scores your surfing on Commitment, Creativity, and Control. More than $20,000 in cash and prizes The Open Men’s and Women’s winners each earn $1,750, while Junior winners collect $800 each. Cash payouts extend to fourth place in both divisions. Trophies, partner prizes, and merchandise packs add to the rewards available across the event. Your route to the World Final Division winners from eligible categories at Alaïa earn automatic entry into the Wavepool Surf Tour World Final. The Locals Only competition also offers Open and Junior winners an immediate slot into the World Final. For surfers who know the Bay’s sections and timing, this is the opportunity to turn that experience into a place at the Tour’s live final. The Hurley Best Air award is there for the taking. Hit it, get above the lip, and rotate... Give the judges something to rewind. The Ocean & Earth Best Turn, EQ Best Barrel, and Golden Fin Awards add further opportunities for recognition. Review your footage carefully, including the waves you might have overlooked after your session. Surf the Bay. Explore Sion. Get your merch packs. A session at the pool gives your trip a starting point. Sion gives you good reasons to stay longer. Leave time for wine tasting and a wander through the …
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NEXA Audio Readies South African Musicians for Festive Gig Season With IEMs
With year-end bookings stacking up, NEXA Audio is urging South African performers to get their stage monitoring sorted now, and its in-ear monitors start at R280. South Africa, 22 October 2026: Between now and January, local musicians face their fullest stretch of the year: weddings, office parties, carol services, school concerts and festive gigs. More shows mean more hours on stage and more reliance on a clear monitor mix. The South African online audio store, founded by a musician, is aiming its message at performers, worship teams and everyday listeners alike. Being able to hear yourself on stage matters. In a loud or muddy room, singers tend to oversing, slip off pitch or lose track of the band. An in-ear setup sends a controlled mix straight into the performer's ears, blocks out much of the noise around them and lets them work at a comfortable volume. NEXA Audio puts it plainly: whether you are on a festival stage, at the mixing desk or leading a Sunday morning worship set, your signal chain should never be what lets you down. Gear that starts with a problem The company calls itself a South African audio brand that makes practical gear for musicians, sound engineers and everyday listeners. Under its own NEXA name it offers wireless audio systems and signal accessories designed to cut interference and reduce cable clutter. It also carries in-ear monitors from established brands it is authorised to sell, among them KZ, CCA and Moondrop. Every product, in NEXA Audio's view, should solve a real problem. So instead of stocking an enormous catalogue, the store sticks to gear that helps people perform with more confidence and fewer headaches. For a musician who gigs every weekend, that means kit that is dependable, quick to set up and cheap enough that keeping a spare pair in the gig bag makes sense. Prices for every pocket Price has long kept musicians from switching to in-ear monitoring, and NEXA Audio's current line-up shows how much that has changed. …
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Urban Estate Puts Kew Flats From R4,500 in Reach Before the New Year Move
Johannesburg, South Africa: January is a month of fresh starts, and for plenty of Johannesburg residents that means a new address. Leases expire, new jobs kick off, and students and young professionals set out to find their own place before the year-end scramble begins. For renters already planning that step, Urban Estate, a provider of affordable apartments in the city's northern suburbs, is pointing to 1st Avenue Executive in Kew, where bachelor and one-bedroom flats are available from R4,500 per month. Those looking for Kew apartments for rent will find that 1st Avenue Executive brings together three things that rarely arrive in one package: reasonable rent, a secure building and a spot within easy reach of Sandton, Louis Botha Avenue and the highway. Urban Estate believes a rental should simplify everyday life rather than add to its cost, and that thinking shaped how the building was put together. Pricing across three unit types Located at 47 1st Avenue, Kew, the building has three kinds of unit on offer. Rent for a bachelor flat begins at R4,500 per month, a smaller one-bedroom flat begins at R5,000 per month, and a larger one-bedroom flat begins at R5,500 per month. Water and prepaid electricity are not included in these prices, which means tenants understand from day one exactly what their rent pays for and which costs sit with them. The spread of options appeals to many kinds of renter. Students, first-time tenants and people who are out at work most of the day will find a bachelor flat a simple, safe base. Couples, remote workers and anyone who prefers a bedroom separate from the lounge get extra space with the one-bedroom units. Prepaid electricity in every unit also means no unexpected bill at month end: residents buy what they use and can track their own consumption. Inside 1st Avenue Executive Urban Estate calls the building stylish and upmarket, and its list of features supports the claim. Each unit comes with an open-plan kitchen, and WiFi …