SatCom Africa – the only trade fair on the African continent dedicated entirely to the Pan-African satellite industry – is now entering into its 9th successful year. Supported by the major players, government and all leading vendors, this year's event has significantly increased in size from 2005, to become the biggest satellite conference and exhibition to date. SatCom Africa 2006 is undoubtedly the premier networking platform uniting the industry. Visitors can look forward to meeting with the industry's key decision makers and corporations, get up-to-date information and news on latest developments, products and innovations. This is where the technology, know-how and ideas come together to make Africa's satellite and VSAT industry work! Exhibition times Tuesday 21 February / 10am – 5pm Wednesday 22 February / 10am – 5pm Thursday 23 February / 10am – 3pm Entry to the exhibition is free, but a registration fee is payable for the conference. The Satcom Africa team would like to congratulate the following pre-registrations who won a Platinum conference pass - well done!  Mr Eddie Sibanda, Senior Systems Engineer, Cell C Mr Thierry Eltges, Sea&Space Exploration Simeon Freeman, President/CEO, Consolidated Group Inc   Your FREE ticket to visit Africa’s leading satellite exhibition … Pre-register to visit the show and stand a chance to WIN a Sony PSP!   Where you will do business with the entire satellite community SatCom Africa is the region’s only director-level conference that will bring you face to face with your peers in addressing strategic issues facing end-users of satellite communication technology. By connecting African communications directors with the world’s leading solution providers, you will be provided a focused setting to do business with African corporations and institutions It is the perfect opportunity to increase your profile and grow your business amongst delegates and executives from around the African continent as well as the rest of the world. The SatCom Africa concept originated 9 years ago and has proven to be of extreme value to the industry. Click here for full information on the attendees Who should attend Click here to download the conference brochure Topics to be discussed The big picture of the satellite industry, telecoms via Satellite Policy and Regulation,health and education via satellite Innovation and new products hybrid networks and satellite financing Broadcasting via satellite VSAT innovation and global update, VSAT applications in government VSAT applications in oil and gas, VSAT applications in mining VSAT applications in banking, VSAT for medium enterprise application Benefits of attending You will obtain solutions by addressing the specific challenges faced by your organisation and your peers Our interactive panel discussions will enable you to gain different perspectives to ensure increased operational efficiency Utilise the knowledge gained from our exclusive conference and make comparative, informed decisions while viewing the exhibition Save time by networking with potential business partners in a 30 minute speed networking session                 "SatCom Africa is a must!          It is a great opportunity to be seen”            Wayne McDonald: Portfolio Manager,             Satellite Services, Telkom SA Limited Keynote presenters include Dr Ekwow Spio-Garbrah Chief Executive Officer Commonwealth Telecommunications Organisation, United Kingdom Paris Mashile Chairperson ICASA South Africa Ali Tlabela Infrastructure Strategist SITA Telecommunications Business, South Africa John Munsaka Managing Director Zamnet Communication Systems Ltd, Zambia Mothibi Ramusi Manager - Satellite Applications Centre CSIR, South Africa Engr Enerst Ndukwe Chief Executive Officer Nigerian Communications Commission Nigeria CLICK HERE to register NOW "SatCom Africa has become a vital forum for networking, learning the latest trends and growing the business" David Hartshorn, Secretary General, The Global VSAT Forum CONTACT: Pre-arrange your meetings with other attendees and access the documentation online! SPEED NETWORKING: Meet all participants in a one hour networking session! INTERACTIVE PANEL SESSIONS: Get the answers to the questions relevant to you!

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