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IMF rejects COVID-19 relief package for Zambia
Fund cites Zambia’s higher public debt which is on an unsustainable path as reasons for rejecting the country's request

Comstor brings Cisco’s Business Resiliency Programme to channel partners
Comstor has designed an optimised solution for home working across all Cisco architectures

Cell C deal gets nod with conditions
The proposed transaction is unlikely to result in a substantial prevention or lessening of competition in any relevant markets.

Westcon-Comstor unveils new training partnership with DevOps Institute
The new partnership with DevOps Institute will allow Westcon-Comstor to expand the reach of its training programme to new audiences

DNS critical to adoption of 5G and next generation network tech
Infoblox research identifies the challenges communication service providers face in transitioning to distributed cloud models

Nutanix expands integration with ServiceNow to streamline IT operations
Vendor announces new automation capabilities to help customers simplify IT operations during global crisis

Leaked Apple iOS 14 software allegedly sold on the black market in China
Apple is generally secretive about leaks, be its software updates or renders of upcoming iPhones. So how does one explain the leaks regarding features of iOS 14, months prior to when the update is due? Secrets can, apparently, be bought for a price. According to the website Motherboard, the leak can be traced to someone

Tesla CEO Elon Musk's R14 billion payday is under threat by the Covid-19 shutdown he criticises
There's a twist to Elon Musk's repeated calls to reopen America: He is on the verge of a $750 million (around R14 billion) payday, which might not happen if Tesla's factories stay closed. On Tesla's first-quarter earnings call Wednesday evening, the billionaire said the shutdown of the company's main Fremont, California, plant "should be identified

Amazon is in talks to buy robo-taxi startup Zoox
Amazon is in talks to buy robo-taxi startup Zoox, accelerating its efforts when it comes to self-driving vehicles, the Wall Street Journal reported. Alphabet, Uber, Tesla and major carmakers have been investing in technology that eliminates the need for humans to navigate vehicles. Amazon has its own team in the race and is said to

Administrators deny SAA set to resume flying
There’s confusion at the embattled national carrier as Business Rescue Practitioners say South African Airways may not resume flights next month. Business Rescue Practitioners say South African Airways may not resume flights next month. This after the airline released a statement incorrectly suggesting that domestic services will resume by mid-June. SAA was placed under business

Restaurants demand govt explains why they must remain shut – as mosques, churches can open doors
Restaurants are demanding an explanation from government on why they should remain shut while South African places of worship, such as mosques and churches, can reopen during lockdown Level 3 on 1 June. Restaurant owners contend that their premises offer low risk of Covid-19 infection, given strict new protocols that are being introduced. On average,

South Africa prepares for Lockdown Level 3: What you will be allowed to do and what you won't
As the country prepares to move to level 3 lockdown next week, President Cyril Ramaphosa on Sunday warned that things were about to get worse. Ramaphosa said Level 3 will see the national curfew removed. He said details of the new regulations will be made available when discussions have been concluded. Ramaphosa, however, said that areas in

SonicWall launches Managed Security Services Programme
Enhanced MSSP programme empowers channel partners to provide the licensing models, resources and tools needed to profitably scale

Barrick supports higher education sector in Zambia
Mining firm donates 10 computers to the University of Zambia School of Mines

Nuvias Unified Communications signs as Acronis distributor
VAD expands cloud vendor portfolio with the Acronis partnership

Zoom unveils Referral Partner Programme for master agents
New programme offers commission for life of customer and includes Zoom phone referrals

Citrix, Check Point Software Technologies tie-up to deliver next-generation firewall solutions
Solution to provide extra layers of security to protect expanded attack surface created by increase in remote work

Naspers Foundry invests $5.6m in agritech business, Aerobotics
Aerobotics is a subscription-based AI company that provides intelligent tools for the agricultural industry to manage its crops

Concern over possible airline prices increase in South Africa
The commission told Parliament’s portfolio committee on trade and industry that it was monitoring challenges and prioritising merger regulations

Robots boost Rwanda's fight against COVID-19
Five anti-epidemic robots – named Akazuba, Ikirezi, Mwiza, Ngabo, and Urumuri – will be mainly used to administer temperature checks, monitor patient status, and keep medical records of COVID-19 patients
