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Africa the only region to improve on year-on-year reporting of emissions – Study Finds
Key Survey Findings: A new study by Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and CO2 AI released today (17 September) reveals that companies have made minimal progress on climate issues over the past year and that corporate progress on decarbonisation has slowed globally. The new “AI’s Carbon Emissions Survey”, detailed in the report Boosting Your Bottom Line
Aviation Africa – Addressing The Challenges for Growth
Day 2 of Africa’s largest aviation summit, saw a lively panel discussion on the way forward in how to remove the barriers for growth in the African airspace sector, to unlock the obvious and enormous potential in the aviation sector. On the discussion panel was a great depth of knowledge of the local industry with
Lenovo’s ThinkAgile vs. ThinkSystem: Which Infrastructure Solution Best Suits Your Business?
Increasing businesses and IT leaders are taking a critical look at their aging data centre equipment and embarking on a mission to modernize their infrastructure. Rather than simply replacing outdated hardware, they sought to evaluate the best solutions to power their business-critical applications. Understanding that IT infrastructure is vital for meeting customer needs and supporting
Call for Submissions to the HONOR Talents Global Design Awards 2024
Global technology brand, HONOR, in partnership with the National Youth Development Agency (NYDA), is excited to announce the launch of the 2024 HONOR Talents Global Design Awards. This prestigious competition is a golden opportunity for young, aspiring artists and designers from South Africa to showcase their creativity on a global stage. With over R2 million
Experience The Unseen: TCL’s Televisions Elevate Your Home Entertainment
TCL’s new 115″X955 MAX Premium QD-Mini LED TV sets a new standard in large-screen television technology, catering to the most discerning viewers who seek unparalleled home theatre entertainment. The 115″X955 MAX boasts an ultra-slim design, zero external bevels, and a sleek stand system, making it a standout in terms of both aesthetics and performance. Every
Trauma and Triggers Between Nine to Five
Alvin Govender is one of South Africa’s leading business coaches and a valuable resource for managing stress in the workplace. Having successfully created a career around his passion for mentoring, Govender has helped some of the county's leading CEOs build healthy workplace cultures. He spoke with Business Tech Africa about awareness of Mental Health wellness
Breaking News today – 17 September 2024
Business & Tech News Nigerian Fuel Price Jump: Only a day after the Nigerian National Petroleum Corp. (NNPC), announced that it was finally delivering locally refined fuel to the nation, it announced an additional increase in fuel prices of 11%. The fuel prices are a key part of the Nigerian inflation crises as many business
Aviation Africa 2024 Takes Off
Aviation Africa 2024, officially opened today at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg. Kicking off with a Key Note address from the South African Minister of transport Barbara Creecy. There are a total of 1300 attendees and thirty-four countries represented at the major African aviation event. Minister Barbara Creecy, minister of transport, Republic of South
Kaspersky uncovers a backdoor targeting macOS users of WeChat and DingTalk
Kaspersky researchers have identified a macOS variant of the HZ Rat backdoor targeting users of WeChat and DingTalk, two popular Chinese messaging platforms. The malware, first detected on Windows systems, now threatens macOS, potentially enabling lateral network movement and data theft. The macOS version of HZ Rat is distributed through a fake “OpenVPN Connect” application
Young scientists to compete for top honours at Eskom Expo International Science Fair 2024
Hundreds of bright young minds from 35 regions across South Africa and various other countries are set to participate in this year's Eskom Expo for Young Scientists International Science Fair (ISF) for an opportunity to achieve top recognition and win life-changing prizes. From 23 to 27 September 2024, a total of 308 local young scientists and nine
HONOR Wins 39 Media Awards at IFA 2024
Global technology brand HONOR showcased its technological leadership with multiple innovative products, earning 39 "Best of IFA" awards. The HONOR Magic V3 redefines foldable smartphones with its ultra-thin 9.2mm unfolded profile. The HONOR MagicBook Art 14 features a unique detachable camera, balancing visual experience and privacy in ultralight laptops. The HONOR MagicPad2 impresses with its
Venture Capital Conundrums in Africa Explored
The Southern African Venture Capital and Private Equity Association (SAVCA) is a non-profit industry association, representing over 200 members in Southern Africa, who collectively manage in excess of 3bn (ZAR) in assets. SAVCA promotes Southern African private equity and venture capital by engaging with regulators and legislators on a range of matters affecting the industry
Airbus – Africa Aviation Update
Airbus, the international aircraft manufacturer and aerospace technology corporation, has today (16 September 2024) announced the opening of its new Customer Support Centre in Johannesburg, South Africa. This newly established centre will contribute to strengthening Airbus’ local presence and supporting the growth of the African airline ecosystem. The service hub will serve as a hub
Breaking News today – 16 September 2024
Germany & Kenya sign workforce deal: A newlabour deal was signed in Berlin by Germany's Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Kenya's President William Ruto this weekend, that will see the easing of some of Germany’s immigration laws that will enable Kenyans to find employment in the central European State. According to the deal, Berlin has agreed
Standard Bank Hosts Its 4th Annual Climate Summit
Standard Bank Group is gearing up to host the fourth instalment of its highly anticipated Climate Summit. The Summit, which will be held in Johannesburg next month, is one of the cornerstones of Standard Bank Group's sustainability strategy. Standard Bank Group has committed to mobilise a cumulative amount of ZAR 250 billion in sustainable finance
TCS Partners with Google Cloud to Launch AI-Powered Cybersecurity Solutions
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions, has expanded its partnership with Google Cloud to offer two new cybersecurity solutions for customers. This partnership aims to strengthen cyber resilience for enterprises across industries and empower them with domain-focused innovation with cutting-edge technologies from TCS and Google Cloud. The
The fruit of virtual labour: Cloud computing in Kenya’s agriculture sector
Cloud computing and agriculture are two terms you would not commonly hear in the same sentence. Despite that, Kenya’s cloud revolution bodes a lot of potential for what is one of the nation’s most important and economically valuable sectors. Kenya’s cloud market is always growing, evidenced by announcements by multiple hyperscalers to open new cloud
iPhone 16 pre-order now available at iStore
iStore South Africa has announced that the iPhone 16 range is now available for pre-order online, starting today. Customers can choose to purchase the latest iPhone 16 models for cash, or upgrade their Vodacom, MTN, or Telkom cellular contracts through iStore, with a range of trade-in offers making this upgrade to iPhone 16 more affordable than ever. Up to R22 000 cash
A Legacy of Resilience and Resistance: Former Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan passes away
This Friday, the country is mourning the sad passing of the a steadfast figure in South African politics, Pravin Gordhan, who lost his life at the age of 75 after being hospitalized on Tuesday, following a brief battle with cancer. Gordhan was well known not only for his roles during the controversial state capture era
Aftrak – The Agri-Tech and Energy Solution in One
Business Tech Africa Speaks to Aftrak Creator Dr Toby Williams about developments in their ground breaking Agri solution for Small Scale African Farmers. The History Aftrak began as a university funded project that set out to create improvements in small scale farming. The team, led by Dr Toby Williams, developed a multi-solution product that combines