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3 Schools Emerge as Champions of the 2023 Robogirls Programme, Supported by Lenovo, DUT, and Toyota
Lenovo, in partnership with Durban University of Technology's (DUT) Department of Information Technology and Toyota proudly held the 2023 Robogirl programme. The impactful initiative aimed to empower 75 young girls with comprehensive training in coding, robotics, and the fundamental principles of the Internet of Things (IoT). Selected from 15 schools in the eThekwini area, particularly
50 Years Fast: Alpina Drops Exclusive B3 to Celebrate BMW's SA Anniversary
Alpina, the German company renowned for crafting high-performance versions of BMW cars, has crafted a limited edition sedan to commemorate the 50th anniversary of BMW South Africa. The Alpina B3 AWD 50 Years of BMW South Africa edition, available exclusively in South Africa, comes in the distinctive Alpina Green II metallic paint finish. Inspired by
Encrypt your backup data in the cloud, or risk losing it
In an era marked by the relentless expansion of global connectivity and the rapid evolution of technology, South Africa stands at the forefront of an unprecedented digital revolution. Insights provided by DataReport confirm this development as the number of internet users increased by 357,000 between 2022 and 2023, with internet penetration figures now sitting at 72.3% of
Why skills development will always be a priority investment
January is the start of a brand-new year, and the time when millions of matriculants and recent graduates begin their search for employment. This is likely to be an arduous search for many young people. There are many barriers to entry into meaningful routes into employment for matriculants without further education, and even graduates may
Four security insights to stay safe this festive season
It’s that time of year when businesses begin winding down for the holidays, employees are setting their out of office messages and people are starting to say, “We’ll touch base in January.” While many organisations will be taking a break over the next few weeks, cybercriminals will be ready to take advantage of the more
Holiday Listening: Lula’s Top Podcasts for SME Owners & Entrepreneurs
You’ve worked hard this year, and even the most determined entrepreneur needs to take some time to relax and recharge. Listening to podcasts is a fantastic way to unwind, even if they’re about business, management, and leadership. “Here are some of our team’s top pods to get you through the silly season; to help you
Scatec ignites one of the world’s largest hybrid solar and battery project in South Africa
In a significant step towards a sustainable and resilient future, Scatec ASA, a leader in renewable energy solutions, has officially started producing and supplying electricity to the national grid from the three Kenhardt plants in the Northern Cape Province, in South Africa. The Kenhardt project is positioned to make a notable impact on the renewable
Nigeria ready to receive $6 billion investment from TotalEnergies
French energy giant TotalEnergies has expressed readiness to invest $6 billion (approximately €5.5 billion) over several years in Nigeria's energy sector, with a focus on gas and offshore projects. The announcement was made during talks between TotalEnergies CEO Patrick Pouyanné and Nigerian Head of State Bola Ahmed Tinubu in Abuja. Pouyanné highlighted Nigeria's significance for
MTN Nigeria to disconnect unverified subscribers
MTN Nigeria is set to disconnect customers who have not adhered to the new national identity regulations, following an industry-wide directive from the Nigerian government. In April 2022, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) mandated all operators to restrict outgoing calls for subscribers whose SIMs are not linked to their national identity numbers (NINs). MTN, in
Comcast confirms hackers stole data of close to 36 million Xfinity customers
Reports have confirmed that Comcast has officially acknowledged a security breach that exposed sensitive information of nearly 36 million Xfinity customers. According to Tech Crunch, the breach stemmed from the exploitation of the "CitrixBleed" vulnerability, a critical-rated security flaw affecting Citrix networking devices commonly used by major corporations. Hackers had been leveraging this vulnerability since
Apple set to stop selling its latest smartwatches in the US because of patent dispute
Apple is set to cease sales of its latest smartwatch models, the Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2, in the United States due to an ongoing patent dispute. This move, which comes just ahead of the busy holiday season, follows an October ruling by the International Trade Commission (ITC) that Apple infringed on Masimo
Adobe calls off $20-billion Figma deal
Adobe announced on Monday that it has abandoned its $20-billion cash-and-stock deal to acquire the cloud-based designer platform Figma. The decision was attributed to the absence of a clear path for approvals from antitrust regulators in the European Union (EU) and the United Kingdom (UK). The deal, initially disclosed in September of the previous year,
Apple now worth the same as the French stock market
The upward momentum in Apple, the world's most valuable publicly traded company, continues unabated. Following a record-high closing on Wednesday, Apple's market value is now approaching that of France, Europe's largest stock market. As of Wednesday's close, the combined market value of companies listed in Paris stood at about US$3.2 trillion, slightly surpassing the technology
E-commerce Strategy launches in Kenya
Kenya has unveiled its National E-Commerce Strategy, a collaborative initiative involving the government, private sector stakeholders, and industry experts. This strategic move aims to streamline the rapidly expanding e-commerce sector in response to the flourishing digital economy. The National E-Commerce Strategy reflects Kenya's commitment to becoming a regional hub for e-commerce, positioning it as a
Introducing the HUAWEI MateBook D 16 2024: Your Lightweight Powerhouse for Work, Play, and Learning
HUAWEI has announced the release of the new HUAWEI MateBook D 16 2024. The laptop retains its 16-inch large screen real estate, is now lighter and yet still just as powerful, adding a boost of power to its 13th Gen Intel® Core™ i9-13900H Processor with the Dual Shark Fin Fan technology and up to 70
OMAI fuels South Africa's renewable energy drive with major investment in solar power storage project
In a significant boost to South Africa's renewable energy sector, Old Mutual Alternative Investments (OMAI) today announced a substantial investment in the country’s energy infrastructure today of approximately R158 million through its Hybrid Equity division. This deal comes hot off the heels of the world’s largest congress on climate change, COP28, where African leaders emphasised
Digital Mall’s Pan-African Partnership with ayoba to Create Connected Experiences across the Continent
Digital Mall, a digital department store defined by exclusivity and accessibility, has partnered with ayoba, a pan-African super-app with millions of users. The aim of this partnership is to deliver a cohesive ecosystem of digital services designed to empower merchants and drive entrepreneurship across the continent. It is a partnership that recognises the value of African
Sun International set to buy Emperors Palace Resort
Sun International has unveiled plans to acquire all the issued ordinary shares and any claims on loan accounts against Peermont Holdings Proprietary Limited. The agreement, yet to determine the exact cash consideration payable, is valued at an enterprise value of R7.3 billion for Peermont. Peermont, renowned for its flagship Emperors Palace Resort in Johannesburg, operates
Mr. Dan Marokane appointed as GCE of Eskom Holdings
The South African National Energy Development Institute (SANEDI) extends a warm welcome to the appointment of Mr Dan Marokane as the Group Chief Executive Officer of Eskom Holdings. As an essential State-Owned Enterprise (SOE) falling under the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE), SANEDI is eager to collaborate closely with Mr. Marokane and his
Qualcomm completes first year of Africa Innovation Platform
Qualcomm Incorporated today announced the completion of the first year of the Africa Innovation Platform, a suite of mentorship, education, and training programs created to support the development of Africa’s emerging technology ecosystem. The platform has provided resources and support for local universities, ten small-to-medium sized startups, and grant participants. The program exposed these groups