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Massive Internet Outage in South Africa Linked to Microsoft Issues

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South Africa experiences widespread internet problems due to Microsoft Exchange Online and Azure outages. Find out more here!

South Africa was plunged into chaos recently as a massive internet outage caused by Microsoft Exchange Online and Azure issues swept across the country. Users reported difficulties in sending emails to AOL and Yahoo, with Microsoft IP addresses being blocked due to spam concerns. This disruption left many puzzled Exchange Online users wondering why their messages weren't reaching recipients on these platforms.

The troubles extended beyond email woes, with Microsoft's Azure service page highlighting network latency issues impacting services nationwide. Thousands of South African internet users faced challenges accessing various online services, prompting frustration and confusion. The situation escalated further with reports of technical glitches affecting Microsoft 365 users across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA).

In a surprising turn of events, RegScale, a Continuous Controls Monitoring platform, announced its entry into the Microsoft Pegasus Program. This partnership brings powerful tools and capabilities to the forefront, potentially enhancing cyber controls and monitoring systems. South Africans found solace in the acknowledgment by Microsoft of the EMEA outage, shedding light on the interconnectedness of global technological disruptions.

As the day unfolded, the outage's origins became clearer, pointing to a major disruption in Microsoft Azure, the tech giant's cloud computing platform. This revelation underscored the critical role of reliable cloud infrastructure in supporting digital services. Despite the challenges, the incident served as a reminder of the intricate network of technologies that underpin our daily routines, requiring constant vigilance and maintenance for seamless operations.

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Widespread internet problems hit South Africa - TechCentral (TechCentral)

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