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Inside INX-ZA, the Internet Exchange that has never gone offline

INX-ZA has operated South Africa’s internet exchange points with zero downtime since 1996. Here is how it works, who peers there, and what it costs.

By Oluniyi D. Ajao · 12 Mar 2026

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DStv: packages, prices, and channels in Africa (2026)

DStv 2026 packages, prices and channels in South Africa, Nigeria, Ghana and Kenya. Decoders, streaming, free channels and DStv vs Showmax compared.

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DStv Streaming: Prices, Packages, Streama Decoder

DStv has launched its streaming service in South Africa, with varying options. Subscribers have the option of choosing between streaming-only, combining streaming with a traditional satellite-access…

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OpenView: free satellite TV channels, frequency settings, and decoder prices in South Africa

OpenView (previously OpenView HD) is a free satellite TV service for residents of South Africa. Operated by Platco Digital, part of the eMedia group that also…

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Multi TV frequency, channels list, and setup guide (2026)

Quick answer: Multi TV broadcasts free to air on four transponders on Astra 2F at 28.2° East. The primary transponder is 12525 V, symbol rate 30000,…

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Nilesat 201: frequency settings, channels, and free TV guide (2026)

Nilesat 201 is an Egyptian direct-to-home satellite located at 7.0° West that broadcasts hundreds of free-to-air TV and radio channels. Launched in 2010, it carries 24…

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Rain packages, prices, and coverage in South Africa (2026)

Rain is a South African wireless network operator that provides 4G and 5G internet services with no long-term contracts. Launched in 2018 as a data-only network,…

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