Johannesburg, November 2025 – First Distribution, a leading value-added IT distributor, is proud to announce its appointment as an authorised distributor for Ruckus Networks across the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region.
This strategic addition to First Distribution’s Networking Division strengthens its portfolio with industry-leading wired and wireless solutions designed to deliver reliable, secure, and high-performance connectivity.
Through this partnership, First Distribution will provide partners with access to the full range of Ruckus Networks solutions, including:
- Indoor Access Points: R350, R350e, R550, R560, R650, R660, R750, R760, and R850
- Outdoor Access Points: T350, T350e, T550, and T650
- Switches: ICX 7150, ICX 7550, ICX 7850, ICX 8150, and ICX 8200
- Network Controllers: Virtual SmartZone (vSZ), SmartZone physical controllers, and Ruckus One (R1)
“Connectivity is at the heart of digital transformation, and Ruckus Networks’ innovation in wired and wireless networking allows our partners to build future-ready, secure, and scalable networks,” said Andrew Dobie, Networking General Manager, First Distribution. “As a Ruckus distributor, we’re excited to extend this technology to partners across SADC, enabling them to deliver smarter, more efficient connectivity to their customers.”
The partnership will also see First Distribution supporting partners through enablement, technical support, and marketing initiatives, ensuring the Ruckus Networks portfolio is well-positioned to meet the growing demand for enterprise-grade networking across multiple industries.
With the addition of Ruckus Networks, First Distribution continues to strengthen its position as a comprehensive networking solutions provider — empowering partners to deliver intelligent, high-performing, and secure network infrastructures. For more information, click here Ruckus – First Distribution
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