Africa stories - Page 56

Global PC sales surged 22.4% in Q2 2010, driven by strong growth in EMEA and robust desktop shipments, IDC reports. US and APAC lag slightly.

Gavin Bethwaite from New Zealand has been honoured as Konica Minolta's top global salesperson, with colleague Daniel Marshall securing the second spot.

NZ developers urged to join the BlackBerry Super Apps Developer Challenge, aiming to spotlight top apps across APAC with $1.5m in prizes.

June's issue of Game Console hits shelves, featuring UFC 2010 Undisputed and exclusive tips to master Super Street Fighter IV. Plus, win an iPad!.

Sony announces irresistible PSPgo offer: Buy now and claim 10 free games, including hits like Assassin's Creed and GTA. Offer ends Sept 30.

The biggest sporting event on the face of this earth deserves to be represented in video game form by nothing but the best.

The New Zealand Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research (NIWA) vessel RV Kaharoa has been fitted with an advanced mobile satellite solution.

After working with the search giant for five years on iGoogle gadgets, Labpixies has now become part of the Google stable.

Adam Bradley has been appointed Managing Director for Australia and New Zealand to support partner growth in the channel.

As ICT demand spikes, firms struggle in a dwindling talent pool, turning globally to fill critical roles in a competitive job market.

The Auckland-based computing infrastructure and platform services company has named two new client services managers.

ICANN CEO Rod Beckstrom calls on African nations to enhance affordable internet access, equating the current digital deficit to a modern drought.

John Stanton, 2degrees backer, shares insights and long-term investment plans at Auckland event, highlighting his experience and commitment.

Wellington boasts the fastest internet speeds in Oceania, topping Akamai's Q3 2009 report with 3488 Kbps, outpacing major cities like Sydney and Canberra.

It’s on the market to 30 million Latin American subscribers, but a Unisys voice to text application developed in Wellington is not available here.

UNICEF New Zealand launches 'Under Cover' campaign to raise NZD $385,000 for life-saving bed nets, targeting malaria prevention in children.

Software Education expands globally, granting its first international licence to South Africa's NextGen for its acclaimed courses.

Auckland's Conduit makes a splash with its iRugby Pro app, clinching top spots in NZ and South Africa's Apple iTunes store for sports apps.

Support. Educate. Engage. These three words represent the core focus of the recently formed Contact Centre Institute of New Zealand.

New Zealand urged to embrace mobile phone systems for improved productivity and cost reduction. #technology #business.