 Across Africa’s ports, mines and energy corridors, the race to modernise operations is being slowed by one persistent obstacle: unreliable connectivity. NEC XON’s new high-performance outdoor wireless solution aims to change that, combining satellite, wireless backhaul (point-to-multipoint wireless and point to point) and long-range Wi-Fi in a seamless, resilient network designed for industries where downtime is not an option.
 By Tinashe Machona, Cyber Architect at NEC XON As organisations accelerate their adoption of cloud and IoT technologies, attackers are finding fresh vulnerabilities hidden within these interconnected environments - often powered by AI.
When they hear “IT security” many enterprises still think about firewalls, patching, multi-factor authentication and data encryption. But Cyber and Cloud Resilience is about ensuring that when - not if - a breach happens, the business can withstand the impact, recover quickly and adapt effectively.  Johannesburg, South Africa - November 2025 - NEC XON has successfully commissioned two commercial-scale photovoltaic (PV) systems in Gauteng for the Alcap Group, a significant step in its journey toward energy security, lowering operating costs and environmental sustainability.
 Delivering Audited, Enterprise-Grade Managed Services at Continental Scale Following independent validation of multi-country delivery, 24×7 NOC/SOC, and managed-service excellence - backed by proven references across Sub-Saharan Africa - NEC XON has earned both Cisco Gold Integrator and multinational Gold integrator in Middle East Africa. The recognitions confirm its ability to deliver enterprise-grade managed services at scale across Africa and the Middle East. The status results from NEC XON’s Cisco Gold journey which started in 2021 and overall NEC commitment to Cisco partnership, investing in certified resources and infrastructure to design, build, and operate complex Cisco architectures.
 Photo: UN Women Africa UN Women and NEC partner to advance digital empowerment for women and girls in Africa
UN Women and NEC Africa have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance digital empowerment and economic opportunities for women across Africa. The partnership was formalised during the Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9) held in Yokohama, Japan, on 21 August 2025.  Africa’s Harshest Mines, Ports and Industrial Parks No Longer Bound by Range, Latency and Interference Challenges. In many parts of Africa, industries still face crippling gaps in Wi-Fi connectivity. Vast mining operations, ports, construction projects, and energy facilities often extend far beyond the reach of fibre or LTE networks. They are also too expansive for traditional meshed Wi-Fi to be cost-effective, and latency is a big issue - especially for real-time machine operation. This leaves businesses struggling to maintain reliable communication and operational oversight.
 By Anthony Laing, NEC XON GM of Networking Cybercriminals have historically targeted banks and financial institutions, for a simple reason: money. With direct access to high-value data, including personal, credit card and payment details, banks were natural targets for phishing schemes, ransomware, and insider threats. Aging legacy systems sometimes provided security loopholes while the rise of digital banking and remote access services expanded attack surfaces.
 Liesle Botha, Key Account Executive | NEC XON NEC XON, a leading African systems integrator, has partnered with Mimosa Networks, a global leader in fixed wireless solutions, to accelerate digital inclusion by delivering high-speed broadband connectivity to underserved and rural communities across Africa. This partnership has already secured a landmark deployment into four territories with one of Africa’s largest mobile network operators - a significant step toward bridging the digital divide on the continent.
 - Contributing to the equitable supply of agricultural materials and stable harvests - Tokyo, Japan, October 22, 2025 - NEC Corporation (NEC; TSE: 6701) has started a digital agriculture efficiency and advancement project with the Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development and Food Production of Cote d'Ivoire in order to improve and upgrade agricultural efficiency through the use of digital technology with NEC Africa (Pty) Ltd. The project aims to ensure a fair supply of agricultural materials, such as seeds and fertilizers, and stable harvests through more efficient farming support. This will be accomplished by accurately identifying and managing information on farmers and fields of rice, cassava, and corn, some of the main crops in Cote d'Ivoire.
 Leading African integrator of ICT solutions, NEC XON, is pleased to announce the appointment of Thigerson Reddy as Chief Operations Officer (COO). The appointment is effective 1 October 2025. Reddy has been with NEC XON for nearly eight years, most recently serving as Head of Legal & Compliance, where he successfully led the division across Sub-Saharan Africa. During this time, he established a robust compliance framework, guided complex commercial negotiations, and spearheaded strategic initiatives that contributed to NEC XON’s growth and resilience. His proven leadership and strategic vision will be key as NEC XON embarks on its next chapter.
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