- Vodacom is thrilled to introduce “ENHANCE,” a groundbreaking offering that empowers customers to personalize and enrich their contracts. This innovative feature grants customers the autonomy to construct their world of connectivity, entertainment, and gaming, all within a single package. This…
- In today’s fast-evolving world of technology, the role of the tech sales professional is critical in bridging the gap between companies looking to move with the times and effect a digital transformation of operations, and those with the expertise to assist them. Technology has an application for…
- In the fascinating world of robotics, young innovative South African students are making their mark on the world with their unique inventions. In this particular event, it is fascinating to see how young minds are already shaping not just South Africa’s digital future but also having an impact on a…
- Cybersecurity is one of the most pressing challenges facing the public sector today. With the increasing sophistication and frequency of cyberattacks, public organizations must adopt effective strategies and solutions to protect their data, systems, and services. However, cybersecurity is not only…
- Kenyan President William Ruto addressed leading U.S. technology companies and investors at a U.S.-Kenya Business Roadshow today in San Francisco organized by the U.S. Government’s Prosper Africa initiative and the U.S. Embassy in Kenya. The roadshow highlighted the business and investment potential…
- Digital Government Africa stands as the official ministerial pan-African summit, in perfect alignment with the ongoing implementation of national electronic government plans across the continent. This concerted effort underscores the commitment of African countries to establish robust digital…
- Imagine waking up to a world where your smartphone is not just a device but an extension of your style, a source of inspiration and creativity. Welcome to the world of the HUAWEI nova 11 Series, where innovation seamlessly integrates with your day-to-day life, transforming ordinary moments into…
- Visa’s Digital Authentication Framework (DAF) and Mastercard’s Token Authentication Framework (TAF) are set to transform the payments landscape. Over recent years, standards like 3D Secure 2 (3DS2) and regulations like Strong Customer Authentication have curbed card-not-present (CNP) fraud, but…
- The ongoing blackouts taking place across Nigeria, placing excessive pressure on individual households and businesses leaving thousands without access to electricity calls for a proactive timely approach to solving the energy crisis problem. In a report from the World Energy Outlook 2023, the…
- Technology company, Lenovo, and Ashoka, a global organization dedicated to promoting social entrepreneurship, continue to partner to inspire the next generation of changemakers in South Africa. This collaboration brings together Ashoka’s extensive experience in social innovation and Lenovo’s…
- In the age of information, news consumption has evolved drastically, thanks to the profound impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the media industry. With the advent of Algorithmic Editors, the way news is curated and delivered to audiences has seen a transformative shift. Leveraging Machine…
- In the wake of South Africa’s recent greylisting by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), companies face the imperative of addressing eight identified strategic deficiencies while simultaneously reducing their financial crime risk through anti-money laundering (AML) compliance processes.…
- Significant efforts have been made to address the impact of fraud and scams on the South African consumer. However, it remains crucial to assess whether significant progress has been made in combating this challenge. A recent report from Statistics South Africa (StatsSA) highlights South Africa’s…
- Nearly half of the 800 African survey participants have fallen victim to online scams, resulting in financial losses and data compromises. This alarming finding is part of the KnowBe4 2023 Online Scams and Victims in Africa Report, which surveyed 800 respondents across eight African countries,…
- Vodacom has established a monitoring and evaluation function to gauge the impact of their socio-economic development investments on society. Their recent impact assessment report reveals significant progress in reducing Gender Based Violence (GBV) and bullying in schools through a psychosocial…
- SAP Africa and Microsoft join forces to bring RISE with SAP to customers globally, including in Africa. RISE with SAP offers a comprehensive package of ERP software, industry best practices, and outcome-focused services. It aids companies in transitioning their core SAP ERP systems to the cloud,…
- CardinalStone Finance, formerly known as CSAdvance, is pleased to announce its official name change, underscoring its steadfast commitment to delivering enhanced financial solutions. As CardinalStone Finance, a subsidiary of CardinalStone Partners Limited, the company will continue to offer a wide…
- The climate crisis impacts all of us, and we know that to hold a global temperature rise to less than 1.5°C, we need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions dramatically. Addressing the climate crisis requires breaking it down into small actions that add up to a big impact. We can all make simple…
- In the 2023 Budget, the Minister of Finance announced that the South African Revenue Service (SARS) would shortly begin to modernise the VAT collection system, in consultation with affected parties. SARS Seeks Input for Modernisation of VAT Collection SARS has now issued a Discussion Paper on Value…
- The rise of e-commerce can be attributed to businesses leveraging special offers and promotions to capture the attention of an increasingly digital-savvy consumer base and convert these casual browsers into loyal customers. This year, 50% of South Africans plan to increase their online shopping…
- As load shedding continues to challenge businesses and individuals alike, there emerges a beacon of hope and efficiency: cloud computing. This revolutionary solution is not just the future; it’s the present, ensuring that load shedding is but a minor glitch in our digital lives. “Load shedding has…
- FNB, recently declared South Africa’s Most Valuable Brand, has delivered strong results for the financial year ending 30 June 2023, boosted by sustained growth in customers, deposits, transactional activity, and take-up of its comprehensive product range. Against the backdrop of a tough economic…
- Insurance for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) has a reputation for being complicated, opaque, paper-intensive and expensive. Many SMEs believe that they get poor service and value for money from insurers; they’re also frustrated by one-size-fits-all products and the amount of time and…
- In recent years, the Nigerian stock market has seen substantial growth, attracting both local and international investors. With the ease of access provided by mobile apps, trading Nigerian stocks has become more convenient than ever before. The Nigerian economy is expected to see massive growth in…
- Nigeria faces a nationwide power grid collapse, leaving most of the country in the dark. In a notice to the public the Enugu Electricity Distribution Company PLC (EEDC) informed customers released a statement on social media pages that the total system collapse occurred at 12:40 today, 14 September…
- New Einstein 1 Platform is now accessible, and will empower companies to safely connect any data to build AI-powered apps with low-code and deliver entirely new CRM experiences. The platform features major advancements for Salesforce Data Cloud and Einstein AI capabilities, all built on Salesforce’…
- In recent years, the landscape of African payments has undergone significant transformation and the demand for digital payment solutions has increased significantly. In specific markets, contactless payments have swiftly become the preferred method of payment among banked customers, following the…
- When Google first launched 25 years ago, it wasn’t the first search engine. However, Google Search quickly became known for its ability to help connect people to the exact information they were looking for, faster than they ever thought possible. Ongoing Innovation Over the years, Google has…
- Online payment gateway Payfast has set the stage for innovation in the payments industry. As the hosts of this year’s dedicated ecommerce section at Leaderex 2023 – South Africa’s largest gathering of business experts, entrepreneurs, and professionals – the online payment gateway brought together…
- Kaspersky experts have previously uncovered phishing pages that mimic the web version of social networks, collecting users’ logins and passwords. Additionally, they’ve detected offers related to a so-called “Threads Coin,” promising to “connect users to the Metaverse,” which turned out to be fake…
- WhatsApp launched channels in over 150 countries, providing a private means to receive updates of significance. WhatsApp extends a warm welcome to thousands of organizations, sports teams, artists, and thought leaders, offering users the opportunity to follow them directly within the WhatsApp…
- Accenture has successfully allocated $1.3 million (approximately R24 million) to the NGO Save the Children in South Africa for youth entrepreneurship and social innovation projects over the next three years. This partnership includes Save the Children as part of the Accenture Skills 2 Succeed (S2S…
- Cloud adoption is rapidly increasing in Africa, with no slow-down in sight. World Wide Worx research indicates that 69% of companies in eight African countries plan to increase their cloud spend in 2023. Andrew Cruise, Managing Director of Routed, local VMware Cloud Verified provider and VMware…
- Cisco Talos Intelligence Group, among the world’s leading commercial threat intelligence teams, has unveiled its Q2 2023 report, spotlighting prevalent attacks, targets, and notable trends. The report underscores the persistent challenge of insufficient multi-factor authentication (MFA) as a major…
- BT and Johnson Controls have announced a new collaboration aimed at assisting business customers in the UK and internationally in harnessing smart building technology to digitally monitor, analyze, and optimize energy usage in workplaces. This initiative encompasses a wide range of buildings, from…
- Kaspersky is set to release a Premium version of SubsCrab, a mobile app designed to assist users in monitoring their subscriptions and managing payment schedules. SubsCrab simplifies the process of tracking subscriptions, ensuring transparency and cost-effectiveness for users. This multi-platform…
- While TikTok continues dominating the social media space as the fastest-growing app in the market’s history, its sister app, Douyin, remains the major money spinner for Chinese tech giant ByteDance. According to data presented by OnlyAccounts.io, as the highest-grossing iPhone app globally, Douyin…
- FBS, a leading global broker, proudly unveils its new #TradersKnowBetter approach, placing traders at the forefront of its mission. Through this initiative, the broker announces its unwavering commitment to providing secure financial services trusted by traders worldwide. Cyber Security is a Top…
- Africa’s #1 super messaging app ayoba officially surpasses the 30 million monthly user mark. This remarkable achievement is a testament to the app’s rapidly growing popularity, particularly in Nigeria, Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire. In addition to this great milestone, Ayoba also successfully broadens…
- Retail Capital a division of TymeBank is a one stop, one click funding solution for SMEs who need an instant cash injection. The platform has cut out all the complicated administration that often accompanies procuring funding and simplified the process – making it easier for businesses to get the…
- Maintaining a healthy credit score is a cornerstone of financial stability. A good credit score opens doors to favourable interest rates, loan approvals, and better insurance premiums. Yet, life’s uncertainties can sometimes lead to credit challenges, making credit repair an essential skill to have…
- Over 500 speakers will be gathering together at the Sandton Convention Centre from 12 – 14 September for the annual Leaderex conference that kick started yesterday at 9:00am. The convention featuring talks from industry experts extensively explores all aspects of ecommerce, HR, and finances with…
- Nigeria| WATT Renewable Corporation (WATT), is an independently owned provider of hybrid solar solutions to deploy over 32MW of solar PV and storage capacity in Nigeria. Under the contract, solar power and lithium-ion battery storage will be installed at 600 sites, following an Energy-as-a-Service…
- Dell Technologies has appointed Alexandre Brousse as the EMEA Channel Lead, effective from October 1. In his new role, Brousse will collaborate with the EMEA Channel team to establish a customer-centric and partner-empowered ecosystem aimed at fostering growth and innovation within the region. He…
- Intelsat, officially entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Aalyria, based in Livermore, California. Aalyria holds recognition as a pioneer in advanced software-defined and optical networking communications. The partnership involves major funding to advance cutting-edge optical tech…
- The climate crisis affects all of us, and we recognize that in order to limit global temperature rise to less than 1.5°C, we must significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Addressing the climate crisis necessitates breaking it down into small actions that collectively yield a substantial…
- Temenos made an announcement today regarding its extended partnership with Varo Bank, N.A., the pioneering all-digital, nationally chartered consumer tech bank in the United States. Through the utilization of Temenos Banking Cloud, Varo gains the capacity to adapt to customer demands, swiftly roll…
- Nutanix a prominent global cloud software, has officially appointed Gerhard Fourie as the Channel Sales Manager for Sub-Saharan Africa and the Indian Ocean Islands (SSA and IOI). Gerhard, based in Johannesburg, will be primarily responsible for channel sales management, driving business development…
- Angola Cables, an international ICT solutions provider and Africa’s connected network operator has officially appointed Sudhir Juggernath as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of TelCables South Africa. In this capacity, Sudhir will assume responsibility for overseeing and directing the development…
- The GSA 4G/5G Fixed Wireless Access Forum today released the findings of its annual Fixed Wireless Access CPE market survey, revealing that 5G FWA CPE shipments more than doubled in 2022 to 7.4 million and are forecast to increase again to 13.8 million during the current year. This figure…
