3 August 2026

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The core architecture for Amazon EC2, a service now vital for countless digital applications, was developed by a pioneering team in Cape Town, South Africa....

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South Africa Built the Core of Amazon’s Global Cloud Computing
The core architecture for Amazon EC2, a service now vital for countless digital applications, was developed by a pioneering team in Cape Town, South Africa.
South Africa’s Fibre Boom Hides a Global Speed Ranking Slide
South Africa's fibre market is growing, but its global internet speed ranking is falling.
Afrihost Outage Reveals SA Internet’s Single Point of Failure
A single power fault in a Johannesburg data centre caused a widespread internet outage across South Africa, exposing the surprising interconnections between.
South Africa’s Fixed Wireless Boom Hides a Costly Evening Slowdown
While South Africa's fixed wireless subscriptions are booming as a solution for home internet, many users experience unexpected and costly slowdowns after.
iOCO Doubles Down on Local Tech With Astraia Acquisition
JSE-listed iOCO is acquiring South African cloud ERP specialist Astraia Technologies to enhance its local software solutions for businesses.
MTN’s Ghana 5G Bid Reveals Africa’s New Spectrum Battleground
MTN is challenging Ghana's 5G spectrum model, seeking direct licenses to accelerate network upgrades and ensure high-speed mobile service reaches African users.
South Africa’s 5G Coverage Figures Obscure a Deep Provincial Split
While national 5G coverage in South Africa appears to be growing, official figures mask vast provincial differences in access, with some regions lagging far.
Cell Phones Instant Translation Unlocking SA Communication
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Mastering Mobile Data — Save Money in South Africa
Learn how to save money on mobile data in South Africa. Discover tips to manage your data usage, choose the right bundles, and avoid hidden costs for better value.
Musk vs Altman — OpenAI Trial Impact on South African Users
Explore how the Musk vs Altman OpenAI trial in California could impact South African users, affecting AI tool costs, accessibility, and integration into daily business and work.

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3 August 2026

South Africa Built the Core of Amazon’s Global Cloud Computing

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