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CMC Networks launches its Infrastructure as a Service for businesses across Africa
CMC Networks has launched its
CMC Cloud solution to deliver highperformance edge computing across Africa . CMC Cloud is an Infrastructure as a Service , IaaS solution designed to bring workloads closer to the end user and improve the performance of applications and services , without the need to invest in physical hardware .
CMC Cloud provides a decentralised edge infrastructure to reduce latency and bandwidth use , helping to enhance the performance and reliability of digital services across Africa . This is essential for real-time applications using transactional data , video streaming , and the Internet of Things , IoT . The IaaS model provides businesses with access to virtual servers , storage , and networking infrastructure on a flexible , scalable and agile basis .
CMC Cloud provides various compute , storage and networking solutions including
Virtual Machines , memory , block storage , object storage , IP addresses , Firewall as a Service , FWaaS , IP Premier Dedicated Internet Access , DIA , Distributed Denial of Service Protection as a Service , DDoSPaaS , Carrier Ethernet , MPLS and Multi Cloud Connect . CMC Networks ’ Flex-Edge packages software-defined wide-area networking , SD-WAN , SDN , network functions virtualisation , NFV and security into one solution , without physical presence required in-country .
“ CMC Cloud , on top of our vast network footprint and application-first AI core routing capabilities , delivers a holistic approach to digital transformation ,” said Geoff Dornan , CTO at CMC Networks .
Customers can easily adjust computing resources to meet changing business demands while optimising performance with smooth and responsive access to applications and data . The flexibility of CMC Cloud helps in scaling resources in accordance with demand , making it a costeffective solution for start-ups , SMEs , and large enterprises alike .
CMC Networks makes it simple for both local and international businesses to enter and expand across African markets by overcoming data sovereignty laws which can otherwise limit cloud adoption .
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UAE based , Yahsat welcomes high-level delegation from Government of South Africa
Al Yah Satellite Communications
Company , the UAE ’ s flagship satellite solutions provider , welcomed a highlevel delegation from the Government of South Africa , led by His Excellency Deputy President Paul Mashatile , to discuss closer cooperation in the satellite communications sector . This reflects the country ’ s on-going efforts to enhance communications services by leveraging the UAE ’ s advanced satcom sector and intelligent data solutions services .
Yahsat welcomes high-level delegation from South Africa led by HE Deputy President Paul Mashatile
The delegation consisted of senior government ministers , heads of several departments and Brainwave Projects SA , the Public Sector Service Partner for Yahclick , Yahsat ’ s satellite broadband solutions provider in South Africa . The high-level meetings are testament to Yahsat ’ s well-established reputation in Africa as an innovative and costeffective satellite communications technology and service provider .
Satellite communications have become a critical enabler of economic development across Africa as the technology helps to connect isolated , underserved communities allowing access to important services such as telemedicine , e-learning , government services , e-commerce and more . The visit enabled both parties to explore potential opportunities for Yahsat to expand its presence in South Africa to support the government objectives to improve connectivity across the country .
Ali Al Hashemi , Group Chief Executive Officer of Yahsat , said , “ This visit reflects Yahsat ’ s exemplary reputation as a respected satellite communications provider , and more importantly the status of the UAE as a global provider in advancing SpaceTech and AI solutions to address the most pressing challenges . Our extensive work to connect rural and isolated communities across South Africa and the wider African continent not only demonstrates our commitment to these communities but highlights the advanced capabilities of our products and services .”
From his side , His Excellency Mondli Gungubele , South Africa ’ s Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies , said : “ We are committed to working together with our UAE partners across a range of different industries and , in particular , in the satellite sector where we do not currently have all the required capabilities .”
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