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Zamtel goes commercial with its Mobile 3G Service
Zamtel has today commercially launched its mobile broadband 3G service, a development that it’s CEO, Dr. Mupanga Mwanakatwe described as a significant milestone as the telecom giant celebrates nearly 100 years of operating communication services in Zambia. The commercial launch of the Zamtel mobile broadband 3G service comes on the back of a “soft launch” of the service, which took place on 8th February this year in which a select few customers were given the opportunity to test 3G working on the Zamtel Network.
“I’m happy that today, we have added yet another arrow in our quiver of service offerings that once again demonstrates our commitment to ensuring that our customers do indeed live life today by offering them state-of-the art services and functionality on our mobile network”.” said Dr. Mwanakatwe.
FA wants goal-line technology following Chelsea's 'ghost goal'
The Football Association, UK have stressed their desire to see goal-line technology introduced as soon as possible following Chelsea's 'ghost goal' against Tottenham in the FA Cup semi-final.
FIFA are to start final tests on two goal-line technology systems later this month and a meeting on the International FA Board (IFAB) on July 2 will decide whether to give the green light to either or both systems. The FA, who have one of the eight votes on IFAB, have supported goal-line technology for years and are hopeful it will be brought in at July's meeting.
Microsoft to start operating in Zambia
MICROSOFT Corporation intends to open an office in Zambia, visiting vice-president of the world-renowned computer software manufacturing company Ali Faramawy has announced.
Mr Faramawy’s visit to Zambia comes only days after Microsoft founder Bill Gates visited the country and pledged to invest in the HIV/AIDS and malaria fight.
Mr Faramawy, an Egyptian, yesterday said having representation in Zambia would significantly help to reduce the cost of computer software which is mainly purchased from South Africa and Kenya.
And Mr Faramawy said the company is considering setting up an information communication technology (ICT) laboratory at the University of Zambia (UNZA) Great East Road campus.
Mr Faramawy said this when he addressed UNZA students during a special interactive lecture session in Lusaka yesterday.