Below is some of the latest media coverage about the Convergence Partners Group.

Convergence Partners invests in RFID solutions provider Bloodhound Technologies

March 10th, 2010 | admin
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Convergence Partners, together with Altius Investment Holdings, takes a 40% strategic equity stake in Bloodhound Technologies, a leading South African radio frequency identification (RFID) systems and solutions provider.

Skillpod launches Gazuma, exciting new mobile gaming platform

March 3rd, 2010 | admin
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Skillpod has launched its new mobile gaming platform, Gazuma. This drive onto the mobile phone is an extension of the highly successful online casual gaming platform developed.

SC Magazine Names Gemalto ‘Innovator’ for 2009

January 19th, 2010 | admin
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Gemalto, the world leader in digital security, has been given the distinction of “Innovator 2009” by leading IT security publication SC Magazine. Gemalto was recognized in the Multi-Factor Authentication category for its portfolio of authentication products including the recently launched Protiva™ Smart Guardian (SG) – a smart card-based USB flash storage protected by military-grade encryption, and a PIN or passphrase for access.

Seacom President, Brian Herlihy, named as ICT Newsmaker of the Year

January 18th, 2010 | admin
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TechCentral, leading online technology website, has named Seacom President, Brian Herlihy as “the obvious choice” for Newsmaker of the Year for 2009. Seacom went live in July 2009 and has already resulted in dramatic price reductions and new investments in terrestrial infrastructure in East Africa

Advance Passenger Processing deployed in time for the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

December 17th, 2009 | admin

The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) recently announced the successful deployment of Advance Passenger Processing (APP), a border management solution, delivered by SITA Aero and Convergence Border Management Solutions, in time for the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

Dimension Data Top ICT Company in Africa

December 17th, 2009 | admin
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Dimension Data once again proved its mettle across the African continent, winning the Top ICT Company in Africa Award at the 11th African ICT Achievers Awards ceremony held on the 5th December 2009.

Convergence Wireless Networks Invests in Tanzanian ISP

November 24th, 2009 | admin
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35% stake in WIA Company Limited provides exposure to fast growing Tanzanian enterprise market; expands African footprint

Convergence Wireless Networks invests alongside Internet Solutions in Mozambican ISP

November 24th, 2009 | admin
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Convergence Wireless Networks and Internet Solutions announced today that they have collectively acquired a 68.5% equity stake in leading Mozambique based INTRA Lda.

SkillPod Media expands its global footprint via deal with RTL

November 1st, 2009 | admin
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Leading casual gaming business SkiillPod Media continues to expand its international footprint through the signing of an agreement with RTL Nederland for the delivery of a customised gaming solution for their online portal, http://www.spelsalon.nl/.
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Intelsat, Convergence Partners form New Dawn joint venture to grow Africa’s telecommunications infrastructure

December 9th, 2008 | admin
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African Satellite Program will Launch Intelsat New Dawn by Late 2010