- CA Southern Africa, a representative of Broadcom Software and driving Symantec Enterprise Cloud (SEC) uptake in SA’s enterprise market, highlights Symantec’s five decades of innovation as a global cybersecurity leader with an incomparable record of accomplishment. SEC is a consolidated hybrid-cloud…
- West Africa’s leading connectivity and data center services provider, MainOne, an Equinix Company has enhanced its interconnection capabilities by using Equinix Fabric to extend its network reach and provide its enterprise customers with agile, on-demand and seamless connectivity to cloud providers…
- Data governance and metadata management are often misunderstood concepts in the business world. In this article, Gary Allemann, MD at Master Data Management, dispels some of the most common myths surrounding these topics and explains why they are important for organisations of all sizes. There are…
- Mastercard, in partnership with the Ethiopian Minerals Petroleum and Biofuel Corporation (EMBPC), recently solidified a partnership that includes digitizing the corporation’s mineral e-commerce platform. This forms part of EMPBC’s strategic objectives to provide access to the market, and officially…
- Are you struggling to grow your YouTube channel despite putting in all your effort and creativity? Well, it’s time to shake off those negative feelings and get excited because I have some insider secrets to get more eyes on your content! Regardless of whether you’re a seasoned YouTuber with years…
- Multinational technology company, HUAWEI and South African professional football club, SuperSport United, have partnered once again to enhance the technological capabilities and digital presence of SuperSport to bring innovation to the club’s operations, both on and off the pitch. SuperSport United…
- Moving is never a stress-free experience, regardless of the excitement you might feel, but moving to another nation brings up an entirely new set of challenges designed to test your metal thoroughly! Not only do you have to contend with the usual moving complications that accompany any move, but…
- SLB will develop local capabilities and local recruitment; In-country value aims to achieve a 70 percent Namibian workforce SLB (www.SLB.com), a global technology company, officially inaugurated its new office in Windhoek, Namibia. Operating for more than 50 years in Namibia, SLB is continuing its…
- The ultra-fast speeds and superior reliability of 5G technology have the potential to transform industries, organisations and people. Understandably, 5G is at the centre of organisations’ efforts to futureproof their IT environments. 5G is a transformation journey, not an overnight upgrade. However…
- Bridgestone’s globally trusted fleet management solution, Webfleet, is launching its third African presence in Botswana, by partnering with Kgare Digital. This expansion it is set to bring high-end tech skills, much-needed investment and jobs in the country. Webfleet’s partnership in Botswana joins…
- The Milken Institute and the Motsepe Foundation (https://www.MotsepeFoundation.org/) today announced the winners of the Milken-Motsepe Prize in AgriTech, the first of a series of multiyear, multimillion-dollar innovation competitions and programs to advance technological progress toward the UN…
- Nutanix, a leader in hybrid multicloud computing, announced today that InfoTech has successfully deployed Nutanix Ultimate, its full suite of software capabilities to tackle complex infrastructure challenges while refreshing its hosted cloud infrastructure offering. InfoTech is a South African…
- Trellix, the cybersecurity company delivering the future of extended detection and response (XDR), will highlight new research and insights on stage at the 2023 RSA Conference. Released today, “The Mind of the CISO” research is the result of a survey of global Chief Information Security Officers (…
- In recent years, cryptocurrency has gained popularity, and it is now a widely held asset class. It’s swiftly gaining traction as a trusted, transparent and cost-effective means of transacting in the world’s financial markets. Thus, cryptocurrency has emerged as a competitive option to conventional…
- It used to be that we watched celebrities and everyday people on television use products and then tell us to do the same. Later, we started taking our product recommendations from social media users with thousands or millions of followers. Soon, we’ll consult digitally created influencers in the…
- With humans, businesses and machines generating billions of data points every day, ‘big data’ is not a buzzword anymore but an immense opportunity for the continent. Premlin Pillay, Group Executive of Strategy and Analytics at Mettus, a technology and data company, says with data sitting at the…
- According to a study by Workfront, 80% of marketers feel overloaded. The solution is AI. As we all know, AI is everywhere, and we’ve been interacting with it for quite some time now via chatbots, voice assistants, and the like. Large corporations are frantically finding ways to either compete with…
- Nutanix, a leader in hybrid multicloud computing, today announced the appointment of Alex Russell to Regional Sales Manager, SADC. Based in Johannesburg and Cape Town, South Africa, Russell will focus on the sales and team management of the region, developing the company’s customer base in SADC,…
- The Internet of Things (IoT) has been one of the most significant technological innovations of recent times, providing businesses and organizations with unprecedented access to real-time data, increased efficiency, and improved decision-making. As IoT technology continues to evolve, it presents…
- It seems like yesterday, and, yet a lifetime ago that we as a technology industry had to deal with one of the greatest crises of recent times – the Covid-19 pandemic. Overnight, we were tasked with implementing digital systems and infrastructures that would take the core operations of South African…
- The partnership with ICOSNET in Algeria is part of Liquid’s ongoing One Broadband Africa partner programme to make connectivity and world-class products and services more widely available in Africa Liquid Dataport, a business of Cassava Technologies, a pan-African technology group, has partnered…
- To take the strain off your infrastructure, your costs, and your stress levels, that’s why. While cognitive biases and trust issues might indicate that hosting your own ICT equipment and infrastructure is clever, the reality is that there is a major downside when you start adding up the associated…
- Users can get a new genuine battery replacement from only R149 Huawei has announced an amazing HUAWEI Battery Replacement campaign to reward its smartphone users in the South Africa. This special campaign offers customers the chance to obtain a genuine battery replacement tailored to their specific…
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming quite predominant and is going to be a major player within the next few years, reflects Sergio Castanheira, newly appointed Digital Lead – Enterprise Capabilities at globally trusted infrastructure firm AECOM. Tools like Chat Generative Pre-Trained…
- Streamlining inventory management is a critical aspect of running any business. Having the right business management software can make this process easier and more efficient, enabling you to manage your inventory quickly and effectively. This article will discuss the importance of streamlining…
- MTN Group is delighted to announce the appointment of Abbad Reda as the new CEO for MTN Zambia, effective May 1, 2023, replacing Bart Hofker. With more than 20 years of experience, Abbad has successfully delivered market share, revenue, and profit growth. Abbad joined MTN Group in 2002 and has held…
- As the woman in charge of everything legal at the Paratus Group, Ana Santos could be described as a desert rose in the legal world because she needs to adapt to environments and new challenges in an ever dynamic and evolving landscape. It’s an apt description considering that, in her spare time,…
- The Internet of Things (IoT) has the potential to revolutionize the way we live, work, and interact with our surroundings. From smart homes that can anticipate our needs and adjust to our preferences, to smart cities that can optimize resource usage and improve the quality of life for citizens, IoT…
- In an increasingly digital world, it is somewhat ironic that “the best defense against change of banking detail scams is hardly digital, or very sophisticated, at all,” says Bilal Kajee, Head of Risk Management, Business and Commercial Banking at Standard Bank Group. “A simple, old fashioned phone…
- AstraZeneca, a leading global pharmaceutical company, launched the Africa Health Innovation Hub today. This ground-breaking initiative highlights the company’s commitment to healthcare equity and fostering partnerships with a range of stakeholders, including governments, healthcare societies,…
- The risks of identity fraud remain as high as ever for consumers and banks alike. Global research from Experian shows that 58% of consumers have been a victim of online fraud or know someone who has been a victim, or both. The challenge that banks face is protecting their customers from…
- Mastercard joined US Vice President Kamala Harris for a roundtable discussion in Zambian capital, Lusaka, where she issued a call to action to public and private sector leaders to invest in national financial inclusion strategies to close the digital divide across the continent. Only an estimated…
- Mastercard today announced it is accelerating efforts to remove the first–use, PVC plastics from payment cards on its network by 2028. This move further reinforces the company’s sustainability commitments and scales the accessibility of more sustainable card offerings for consumers seeking a way to…
- Forex trading South Africa can be a lucrative and exciting opportunity for traders. However, it can also be a highly stressful and emotional experience, particularly when traders face unexpected losses or volatility in the markets. Forex trading psychology refers to the mindset and emotions that…
- Are you ready to become a savvy online trader? Trading stocks, currencies and other assets can seem daunting at first glance. But with the right approach and tools, anyone can start making smart trades from their laptop or mobile device. In this comprehensive guide on how to trade online, we’ll…
- TCL, a Global top 2 TV brand, has announced a new partnership with Arsenal Football Club. The collaboration will give Arsenal supporters in the UK, Middle East and Africa more opportunities to engage with the club, while also increasing TCL’s expanding footprint in sport by becoming the club’s…
- Easter is the season we hit the open road. Whether you are planning a panoramic drive along the entire N1 or popping into your neighbouring province to visit loved ones, a road trip provides the perfect opportunity to create memories. With South Africa’s breath-taking scenery waiting at the edge of…
- AI is a transformational technology that is already bringing meaningful and positive change to people and societies around the world. Put simply, AI is an effort to build machines that can learn from their experiences, spot patterns and make predictions better than any computer has been able to do…
- The Board of Directors of the African Development Fund has approved $8 million in funding toward the establishment of a digitally interoperable unique bank identification system and harmonised customer identification framework for The Gambia, Guinea, Liberia and Sierra Leone. Implementation of the…
- AVEVA, a global leader in industrial software driving innovation and sustainability, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Petrofac, a leading provider of services to the global energy industry. The new agreement will see AVEVA cooperate with Petrofac towards: Digital transformation…
- As technology continues to advance, the demand for cloud computing and security professionals is rapidly increasing. One way to stand out in this competitive field is by earning a Lead Cloud Security Manager certification. This certification showcases your expertise in cloud security and can lead…
- Earlier this week (29 March 2023), two African early-stage companies came out tops at the grand finale of the world’s biggest independent competition for startups. The rise of the African techpreneur on the global stage was evident in the announcement of the overall winners of the 2022 Global…
- Big businesses everywhere are pegging their future on a cloud-first strategy, with the sudden and intense requirement for remote working and virtual platforms having played a significant role in the urgent digital transformation journey. However, reconsidering the cloud-led approach and…
- Mobile money services have transformed the lives of many people across the African continent but taxation policies pose a significant challenge to the financial inclusion gains made by these innovations In an increasingly digital economy, accelerated by the Covid-19 pandemic, there has been greater…
- When it comes to owning and running your business, there’s nothing harder than data storage and management. Cloud storage is a fantastic solution for this problem, but many businesses still aren’t on board yet. Whether you’re a budding business looking to take things to the next level or curious to…
- k’nect mobile, the Shoprite Group’s cellular network, has slashed its data prices by more than 35% to now offer the lowest data rates in South Africa, with 1GB starting from as little as R19.50. Data bundles from k’nect mobile also only expire after 60 days, instead of the more common 30-day…
- In recent years, FNB Risk embarked on a data-powered strategic effort aimed at creating enhanced and interconnected insights across risk business units while driving efficiency, eliminating redundant activities, keep up with complex, evolving and emerging (Climate, cyber, financial crimes, model…
- Retailers today operate in an era of uncertainty, from economic instability to load-shedding, and it has become crucial to explore innovative solutions that can help overcome these obstacles. The Salesforce Retail Summit is an ideal platform for retailers to gain insights and strategies that can…
- This funding announcement follows Fez Delivery’s acceptance as one of the only two logistics companies in Nigeria to have received investment from Techstars Toronto Fez Delivery, a leading logistics and delivery company, announced its $1 million seed round today. Ventures Platform led the funding…
