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Uber Shutting Down Drizly Alcohol Delivery Service Three Years After Acquisition
Uber is set to close down its alcohol delivery service, Drizly, three years after acquiring it for $1.1 billion. Drizly operated independently under Uber's ownership, and the decision to shutter it comes as Uber refocuses on its core strategy of consolidating various delivery services under Uber Eats. The plan to integrate Drizly into Uber Eats
Vodacom Plays Pivotal Role in Vodafone and Microsoft's R28 Billion Deal
Vodafone Group and Microsoft have entered into a 10-year partnership aimed at bringing generative AI, digital, enterprise, and cloud services to over 300 million businesses and consumers across European and African markets. As part of this collaboration, Vodafone will invest $1.5 billion (R28 billion) in customer-focused AI developed in conjunction with Microsoft’s Azure OpenAI and
Fuel prices set to go up next month
After experiencing significant reductions in fuel prices this month, preliminary data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF) suggests potential increases across all fuel grades in February, excluding illuminating paraffin. The Automobile Association (AA) commented on the data, indicating that consumers should anticipate slight increments of approximately 11c/l for ULP95, 14c/l for ULP93, and 9c/l for
HUAWEI MateBook D 16 i5 Review
Huawei is giving other technology brands a run for their money, and at this point in time, we can all agree that when it comes to their latest releases, they did not hold back. From seamless design to portability and navigation, the HUAWEI MateBook D 16 might just be the best thing that the technology
Trends and insights crucial for building a successful career, especially in Tech Industry
In the face of South Africa’s unemployment crisis, graduates seeking employment may encounter challenges with finding a suitable job. However, taking charge or having a proactive approach to shaping your career early, as a young professional is crucial. Understanding what works in today’s job market, especially in the Tech industry, is key to building the
Top 3 AI trends to tackle cybercrime and bolster productivity in 2024
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, it’s not only global markets grappling with the unsettling reality of cybercrime. In Africa and the Middle East, the threat of cybercrime is on the rise, with the Veeam Data Protection Trends Report 2023 suggesting that 86% of organisations across these regions experienced at least one ransomware attack last
The future supply chain professional: a proactive agent of change
The changing face of global supply chains demands a new kind of professional – one who is not only a custodian of procurement and logistics, but also a steward of sustainability. That is the view of Head of Procurement for Africa at PUMA Energy, Tsholofelo Tsholofelo, who says the constant changes occurring in the logistics space
The importance of Content Marketing
Content is the driving force of any business. If you don’t have anything to say then you should strongly consider getting a content writer or copywriter person for your business. You need them because they are going to be responsible for telling people about your business. This builds a relationship with your customers. It makes
What is influencer marketing?
Using influencers to get a message across has become the in thing in the digital media space. Long ago, celebrities would be used as ambassadors for brands which would see them in TV and magazine adverts. Now, the game has changed. It’s a numbers game with new and fresh influencers becoming the faces of adverts
Why do you need a Digital Marketing strategy?
If you’re in the business of selling, you are going to need to implement digital strategy that works, from automated messages to online ads, the reality is that you’re going to have to come up with ways to work that are functional, practical and time saving. Brand storytelling – this is the act of using
Do small businesses need digital marketing?
You’re here because you’re a small business owner who is looking for tools to be able to market your small business. Luckily, you’re at the right place. But before we give you the tools needed to make a success of your business, we need to first dive into what digital marketing actually is and why
Phishing for Trust: Why Cybersecurity is Your Marketing Fortress in the Digital Age
Forget the days of chasing clicks and likes – the lifeblood of marketing success in today's digital jungle is trust. But lurking in the shadows, like venomous snakes amongst the digital flowers, are cyber threats ready to strike. Phishing scams, data breaches, and ransomware attacks are not just tech headaches; they are marketing nightmares that
Ministry of Interior, Immigration Service launches digital portal for passport booking, renewal and visa applications
The Nigerian Immigration Service, operating under the Ministry of Interior, has introduced a new online portal for passport applications, aiming to streamline the process and enhance efficiency. With this portal, citizens in Nigeria and the diaspora can conveniently book passport appointments, make payments, and schedule data capture from their homes. Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, the Minister
Hertz leaving behind EVs for petrol cars
Rental giant Hertz Global Holdings is divesting approximately 20,000 electric vehicles (EVs), including Teslas, from its U.S. fleet, signaling a shift away from EVs amid softened demand. This move comes about two years after a deal with Tesla to offer its vehicles for rent. Hertz will now favor petrol-powered vehicles, citing higher expenses related to
Webber Wentzel Fusion: Elevating Legal Excellence for a Tech Forward Tomorrow
Webber Wentzel, the leading full-service law firm in Africa, has expanded its NewLaw and legal technology division and rebranded it as Webber Wentzel Fusion. This is the next step in the firm's innovation journey, following its five-year long incubation of an alternative legal services centre and its early investment in artificial intelligence. Christo Els, Senior
LG launches its first US EV charging factory in Texas
LG Electronics has inaugurated its inaugural electric vehicle (EV) charger facility outside of South Korea, situating it in Fort Worth, Texas, to carve a niche in North America's competitive EV charging market. Spanning 59,202 square feet, the new EV charging station factory has the capacity to produce over 10,000 chargers annually, with current production focused
Here is the price for the Isuzu D-Max X-Rider
Prior to its official market debut scheduled for next month, the pricing details for the Isuzu D-Max X-Rider, previously undisclosed, have been revealed. Unveiled in November last year as the third rendition of the moniker that first appeared in 2016 as a limited edition of the high-output KB 250 Hi-Rider and later as a permanent
Showmax 2.0 set to launch this coming February
On the 12th of February, MultiChoice, the parent company of DStv, is poised to introduce a revamped version of Showmax, marking a significant move in the African streaming landscape to contend with rivals such as Netflix and Disney+. The new Showmax, labeled Showmax 2.0, is a result of a collaboration between MultiChoice and NBCUniversal’s Peacock,
Big changes for Pick n Pay in 2024
The recently appointed Pick n Pay group CEO, Sean Summers, has taken a crucial step in revitalizing the company for growth in 2024 by assembling his senior leadership team. Summers has formed a Group of Executives comprising of six members with a diverse range of expertise, as announced by the retailer. The newly appointed executive
South Africa is set to pay back almost R28 billion by the end of January
Countries in Sub-Saharan Africa have been excluded from global debt markets for 22 months, and there is a growing expectation among investors that this situation may change soon. This optimism arises as nations seek financing to meet numerous principal payments due this year and the next. South Africa is scheduled to reimburse $1.5 billion