Sentech Ltd.

Sentech Ltd. Sentech is a State Owned Enterprise (SOE) operating in the broadcasting signal distribution and telecommunications sectors
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Sentech is responsible for the development and operation of a vital infrastructure which provides broadcasting, wireless broadband (VSAT) and managed services to a wide range of customers. The broadcasting and broadband infrastructure delivers access to communication services to the furthest and most remote places in the Country.

A wrap on Sentech Africa Tech Week! From insightful discussions to groundbreaking innovations, Sentech Africa Tech Week ...
18/05/2026

A wrap on Sentech Africa Tech Week!

From insightful discussions to groundbreaking innovations, Sentech Africa Tech Week once again highlighted the role of technology in shaping Africa’s digital future. We were proud to engage with industry leaders, partners, and innovators who continue to drive meaningful progress across the continent.

Day 2 opened with a powerful and thought-provoking address by Itumeleng Segaloe, setting the tone for critical conversations.

He emphasised the need to:
🔹 Build sovereign and ethical AI that protects and empowers African data
🔹 Maximise and beneficiate our natural resources
🔹 Invest in resilient digital infrastructure, from data centres to satellite communications
🔹 Strengthen partnerships that drive innovation, skills development, and inclusive growth

Our colleagues also contributed across key stages throughout the week:

• Sentech CIO Nomahlubi Ogoh joined a Fireside Chat with Ram Ramakrishnan, exploring the rise of autonomous attacks, including AI-powered breaches, self-learning malware, and the future of defensive automation.
• Sentech Chief Commercial Officer: Broadband Business, Marius Venter, participated in a panel discussion on the role of technology in driving economic participation.

Sentech remains focused on advancing inclusive connectivity and enabling meaningful digital participation across Africa.

As we wrapped up an impactful week at Sentech Africa Tech Week, we reflect on a powerful keynote delivered by Hon. Deput...
18/05/2026

As we wrapped up an impactful week at Sentech Africa Tech Week, we reflect on a powerful keynote delivered by Hon. Deputy Minister Mondli Gungubele on “Laying the Digital Foundation: Infrastructure for an Inclusive Economy.”

His message was clear: digital transformation is not a luxury—it is a necessity. From expanding broadband access and strengthening digital public infrastructure to enabling seamless government services, the focus must remain on inclusion, affordability, and meaningful access for all.

He reminded us that true progress is measured not by how advanced technology becomes for a few, but by how many people it brings into opportunity. A connected society is an empowered society—and no one should be left behind.

At Sentech, we remain committed to building the infrastructure that drives inclusive growth, unlocks innovation, and connects every South African to the digital economy.

At Sentech Africa Tech Week, Kopano Thage (Chief Commercial Officer: Media Business at Sentech) joined industry leaders ...
14/05/2026

At Sentech Africa Tech Week, Kopano Thage (Chief Commercial Officer: Media Business at Sentech) joined industry leaders to unpack Next-Generation Broadcasting in a cloud-driven, multi-platform Africa.

Alongside Lungile Binza (SABC), Sabelo Mwali (MultiChoice Group), and Thabiso Thukani (USAASA), the panel explored the shift from traditional linear TV to hybrid, on-demand streaming.

Key takeaway:
While hybrid broadcasting brings flexibility, the biggest challenge is managing unpredictable demand at scale—ensuring networks can handle massive, real-time spikes without compromising user experience.

The conversation also highlighted Africa’s unique opportunity: enabling inclusive access, empowering creators, and building a digital ecosystem that reflects evolving audience behavior.

SENTECH is proud to partner with Media Development and Diversity Agency and Government Communication and Information Sys...
13/05/2026

SENTECH is proud to partner with Media Development and Diversity Agency and Government Communication and Information System to drive digital transformation in South Africa’s community media sector.

This landmark agreement, signed at Sentech Africa Tech Week in Cape Town, will empower 22 community broadcasters with live streaming, websites, mobile apps, and access to the Freevision Play platform—expanding their reach beyond traditional airwaves.

Together, we’re enabling stronger, more sustainable community voices through digital innovation.

Fireside Chat Recap | Building Trusted Digital InfrastructureWhat does it take to build digital infrastructure that peop...
13/05/2026

Fireside Chat Recap | Building Trusted Digital Infrastructure

What does it take to build digital infrastructure that people can truly trust?

In a powerful fireside conversation, Dumisa Ngwenya, Head of Research and Innovation from Sentech, sat down with Naeem Seedat, Group Executive: Digital Strategy & Venturing, Telkom Group, to explore how Africa can turn trust from principle into practice at scale.

As next-generation connectivity expands across the continent, one message stood out: trust is now as critical as speed and coverage.

Key insights from the discussion:

* AI is transforming telecom networks — enabling smarter traffic optimisation and predictive maintenance
* Building resilience requires embedding cybersecurity at the core of infrastructure
* Trusted digital ecosystems depend on transparency, reliability, and collaboration

From intelligent network management to future-ready infrastructure, the conversation reinforced the importance of designing systems that are not only fast — but secure, reliable, and trusted.

Sentech Africa Tech Week HighlightsWhat’s changing in satellite technology — and what does it mean for Africa?At Sentech...
12/05/2026

Sentech Africa Tech Week Highlights

What’s changing in satellite technology — and what does it mean for Africa?

At Sentech Africa Tech Week, Sentech Acting COO, Flenk Mnisi joined industry leaders to explore the future of digital infrastructure.

🚀 More satellite options through LEO constellations
📱 Devices connecting directly — no bulky equipment needed
🌍 Growing opportunity for local innovation and manufacturing

The future is promising — but investment and inclusion are key to making it work for everyone.

Africa’s digital future must be built by Africans, for Africans.At Africa Tech Week 2026, Minister of Communications and...
12/05/2026

Africa’s digital future must be built by Africans, for Africans.

At Africa Tech Week 2026, Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies, Hon Solly Malatsi challenged industry leaders to move beyond adoption and actively shape emerging technologies like AI in ways that reflect Africa’s realities, values, and development priorities.

He emphasised that while technologies such as artificial intelligence are advancing rapidly, their impact is not inevitable — it is defined by the choices we make today.

Key priorities highlighted:

* Ethical, safe, and trust-driven technology adoption
* Risk-based regulation that enables innovation while protecting rights
* Building African datasets, languages, and knowledge systems into technology
* Strengthening digital inclusion and accessibility
* Moving from consumption to co-creation in the global digital economy

The call to action was clear: collaboration across government, industry, and society is essential to ensure technology serves people — not the other way around.

Big ideas at Africa Tech Week 2026! Tebogo Leshope shared a powerful message:Digital infrastructure isn’t optional anymo...
12/05/2026

Big ideas at Africa Tech Week 2026!

Tebogo Leshope shared a powerful message:
Digital infrastructure isn’t optional anymore — it’s essential for everyday life.

From connecting communities to enabling economic growth, the need for faster, more affordable, and more inclusive internet has never been greater.

Sentech is stepping up by:
📡 Expanding 5G into underserved areas
🌐 Rolling out more community Wi-Fi hotspots
💻 Strengthening local data centres
📺 Digitising community media

But there’s still work to do — especially around affordability, access to devices, and digital skills.

“Without digital infrastructure, economies cannot thrive and citizens cannot fully participate.”

“Let’s move from ambition to ex*****on — and from ex*****on to real impact.”

Sentech Africa Tech Week 2026 is officially underway, and Sentech is proud to be part of the conversations driving Afric...
12/05/2026

Sentech Africa Tech Week 2026 is officially underway, and Sentech is proud to be part of the conversations driving Africa’s digital future forward.

We look forward to engaging, collaborating and exploring innovative solutions that will accelerate connectivity and digital transformation across the continent.

Innovation in telecommunications is increasingly shaped at the intersection of research, policy, and infrastructure.Join...
08/05/2026

Innovation in telecommunications is increasingly shaped at the intersection of research, policy, and infrastructure.

Joining us at Africa Tech Week 2026 is Dumisa Ngwenya, Head of Research and Innovation at SENTECH SOC.

With over 25 years of experience across telecommunications, academia, and public-sector innovation, Dumisa is a leading voice in emerging technologies, broadband development, and digital transformation.

He has contributed to national and regional innovation ecosystems and represented South Africa on key technical committees and regulatory task teams focused on broadband policy, spectrum management, and digital infrastructure across the SADC region.

As a Fellow of SAIEE and Senior Member of IEEE, he brings globally recognised engineering expertise to Africa’s connectivity and innovation agenda.

If your focus is on research-driven innovation, broadband policy, and the future of digital infrastructure, this is a conversation you need to be part of.



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