Browse every article
10,668 articles
In another first, CCI South Africa opens a new contact centre in Umlazi
In another South African first, Business Procurement Outsourcing (BPO) industry leader CCI South Africa officially opened its new Umlazi contact centre at Umlazi Mega City today. This new building reflects the company’s desire to make it easier for its employees to get to work, and for people from previously disadvantaged communities to take advantage of
Finding payment solutions that support students and educators alike
Education is a cornerstone of our country’s future success, yet the burden of tuition fees, combined with the current cost-of-living crisis, are the cause of a great deal of stress and anxiety for parents and students. At the same time, student debt is a worrisome burden for tertiary education institutions. In January 2023, tertiary education
A service-led IT solutions environment in store for the channel in 2024
In recent years, Africa has been experiencing a reinvention through adopting digital transformation. Improved connectivity, the ubiquity of mobile devices, and a willingness by corporates across industry sectors to embrace hybrid and multi-cloud environments are contributing to how advanced technologies are being adopted. For channel providers, a service-led approach that enhances digital distribution capabilities can
“Share” a gift this festive season
Gifting your loved ones with traditional gifts this festive season is great, but have you ever thought of gifting shares, ETFs, ETNs or even a Unit Trust as an investment for the future and a gift that has the ability to keep on giving? This can be an even more thoughtful way to secure your
Green Energy Milestone: Ghana’s Largest Rooftop Solar Installation Earns Ministerial Approval
Powered by Sungrow, Africa’s largest rooftop solar installation has received the seal of approval from Ghana’s Minister of Energy, Honourable Dr Matthew Prempeh-Opoku during his recent visit to the project site located in the Tema Freezone, Ghana. Owned by Helios Solar Company (part of LMI Holdings), the 16.82 megawatt project utilizes Sungrow’s cutting-edge SG350HX PV
Discovery and Transformation: How the retail lessons of 2023 are shaping the trends of 2024
What lies ahead for retail in a world that smells faintly of recession with whiffs of economic depression but is driven by the overwhelming scent of innovation and emergent technology? The answer is…people. The cost of living, the nervous twitches of the global economy and the lingering recession are all having an ongoing impact on
Somalia is expected to benefit from substantial debt relief
Somalia is anticipated to achieve substantial debt relief this week, marking a historic moment that is anticipated to slash its debt-to-GDP ratio to less than 6%. This development, facilitated through the World Bank and International Monetary Fund's (IMF) Heavily Indebted Poor Countries (HIPC) Initiative, holds significant implications for Somalia's reintegration into the international financial system
South African retailers get set for R55 billion-plus showdown with Shein and Amazon
South African retailers should sharpen their in-store customer service and creating compelling omni-channel experiences to grow their market share in the face of growing competition from ecommerce giants such as Amazon and Shein. Those that get it right will be able to maintain their current customer bases, while also benefitting from a surge in interest in
Looming concerns over South Africa’s new nuclear energy venture
Concerns have been raised by experts regarding the government's proposal to acquire 2,500 MW of nuclear energy in South Africa. Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa recently announced plans to initiate the procurement process, but critics argue that the high construction costs and extended timeframe are impractical given the country's current energy situation. Energy analyst Chris Yelland
Live seamlessly with the HUAWEI MateBook D 16 this new year
Huawei has officially launched its latest PC, the HUAWEI MateBook D 16, and it has some mind blowing features you cannot miss. See what the product has to offer below: 1. Huawei’s Seamless AI Living at your fingertips Huawei is committed to building an all-connected world where every person, every family and every organisation can
Huawei Unveils its First Open-ear Earbuds and its Largest and Most Powerful Tablet
Huawei unveiled its latest tablets, laptops, and earbuds at the Huawei Innovative Product Launch event themed "Creation of Beauty" in Dubai today. Among the new devices launched at the event were the HUAWEI FreeClip — a pair of fashionable earbuds with an open ear design, the HUAWEI MatePad Pro 13.2″ — Huawei's largest tablet to
Trade Marks – An Overview of the Classification of Virtual Goods and Services
In the digital landscape, virtual goods and services, such as video games, music, virtual currencies, clothing, and avatars, also require intellectual property protection. Trade marks, which traditionally protect tangible goods and services, are being extended to include the digital realm, and internationally trade mark laws are evolving to reflect this trend. The Nice Classification is
Acer Commits to Carbon Neutrality for Vero Laptop Line
Acer has shared its commitment to carbon neutrality for its Aspire Vero laptop line, starting from the new Aspire Vero 16 (AV16-51P). Following international standards for carbon footprint calculation and carbon neutrality, actions are taken at each stage of the device lifecycle to minimize its carbon footprint, and then, high-quality carbon credits will be applied
Acer Extends Product Portfolio with New Range of Eco-Friendly, Solar-Powered, Portable Energy Solutions
Acer has announced the expansion of its product portfolio and business in Europe, Middle East and Africa, with a range of new eco-friendly, solar powered, energy storage solutions. The rising demand for sustainable energy has led to the increasing popularity of mobile power stations. These portable solar powered systems offer multiple benefits, providing backup power
Acer Unveils “Conscious Technology” vision to help tackle climate change
At a recent press conference in Dubai, Acer Inc. unveiled its “Conscious Technology” vision for technology designed and made with consideration for the future. It also shared its ongoing climate efforts, while a showcase of two new energy storage solutions and a climate exhibition featuring technology and product concepts were made open to the public.
Production for the Chrysler 300C officially ends
Chrysler's iconic large rear-wheel-drive sedan lineage has come to an end as the last 300C has rolled off the assembly line in Brampton, Ontario. Dating back to the 2004 revival, the Chrysler 300 series, born out of the brand's merger with Mercedes to form Daimler Chrysler, made a significant impact with its distinctive design and
First crude shipment at Dangote refinery loaded
Billionaire Aliko Dangote's mega-refinery in Nigeria has achieved a significant milestone with the reception of its first shipment of crude oil, marking a crucial step in a project stained by delays. The refinery, situated in the Lekki free zone east of Lagos, received one million barrels from the Agbami offshore oil field in the Niger
Moving from GEO to LEO: Transforming Enterprise Connectivity
Theo Van Zyl, Head of Wireless at Vox talks satellites and connectivity and the value of speed when reimagining enterprise connectivity. Latency is a keyword for connectivity, especially within organisations that demand high-speed, highly available solutions that meet their growing data requirements. At a time when the total data volume from enterprises globally sits at
Cyber security measures for SMBs to ensure a safer digital landscape
Navigating the ever-evolving world of cyber security can be overwhelming for small and mid-size businesses (SMBs). A recent study by Sage underscores this sentiment, with 43% of SMBs admitting that deciphering the right security measures feels like wading through murky waters. Every day brings a fresh cyber threat, another breached company, or the latest indispensable security gadget.
What is data encryption?
Keeping information from unauthorised eyes is a practice as old as recording information. Regents would add their seal into wax to stop snoops from reading orders. Warring nations spend great expense and effort to break the codes of their opponents. And in the modern era, encryption has become the baseline for protecting data. "You can