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How kitchen waste is helping to win a war
Food scraps are an unlikely ally in any battle – except in the one we cannot afford to lose. Two military bases in Limpopo are proving that the war to save the planet can be won one kitchen at a time. A man on a military base who talks and even sings to what is
Microsoft now includes image-to-text support to Windows 11
Microsoft now includes text recognition to the latest build of its Windows 11 Snipping Tool in order to allow users copy text from screenshots, Bleeping Computer reports. The features is called Text Actions, and it now available to Windows Insiders in the Canary and Dev channels with Snipping Tool version 11.2308.33.0. The principal product manager
CEO of Naspers steps down effective immediately
Naspers and Prosus have revealed that Bob van Dijk has stepped down as CEO and from his positions on the boards of both companies. He has stepped down immediately, effective Monday, 18 September 2023. Van Dijk has been heading Naspers since 2014 and Prosus since it was listed in 2019. The companies revealed in a
Apple set to release software update to fix iPhone 12 radiation issue
On Friday, France’s digital minister Jean-Noel Barrot took to X(Twitter) to reveal that Apple Inc. will be issuing an update for the iPhone 12 “in the coming days” in response to a request from France’s ANFR regulator. The US-based company received the news on Tuesday that tests by ANFR showed the device emits electromagnetic waves
More than technology, 4IR is Opportunity
The Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) has impelled a transformative journey that is redefining the very nature of work across industries. Driven mainly by the speed of adopting new and emerging technologies, however, we all agree that people remain at the core of these transformations. 4IR is driving the need for new skills and developing those
HONOR Marks a New Era of Innovations with All-New Technologies
Artificial Intelligence has taken the world by storm, delivering unbelievable innovations that push the boundaries of human achievement. From enhancing daily life to transforming entire industries, AI continues to captivate minds and reshape our future. Welcome to the astonishing world of AI, where the unimaginable becomes reality. HONOR, known for its human-centric approach when inventing
(SPONSORED) WHY BUSINESS INSURANCE IS ESSENTIAL FOR SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS
If you run a small business, you'll know that your circumstances can change in moments. If the past few years have left you feeling wary, you aren't alone! Research shows that small to medium-sized business owners are feeling less confident about their ventures due to load-shedding, petrol price increases, unstable economic conditions and other factors
Navigating South Africa's Energy Future: Challenges and Opportunities
Industry expert James Mackay, CEO of the Energy Council of South Africa, has conveyed both optimism and concern in his recent remarks. Speaking at the Solutions From the Edge conference, hosted by International Housing Solutions and Nedbank Corporate and Investment Banking in Johannesburg on September 14, Mackay discussed the state of South Africa's energy landscape.
Chris Griffith Appointed CEO of Vedanta's Base Metals Division and President
Chris Griffith, the former CEO of Gold Fields, has been designated as the CEO of Vedanta Resources' Base Metals unit and appointed as the President of its International Businesses, commencing October 2. In his new role, Griffith will oversee a wide spectrum of international operations within Vedanta Resources. This includes leadership of the international zinc
Sibanye-Stillwater's Consultations on Kloof 4 Shaft Restructuring
Sibanye-Stillwater, a company listed on both the SE and NYSE, is embarking on a critical phase of consultations involving organized labour and various stakeholders who are directly affected by the potential restructuring of its South African gold operations. This action comes as a response to persistent financial losses over an extended period and operational challenges
Navigating the Dispute: WBHO's Perspective on Sanral's New Procurement Rules
Johannesburg Stock Exchange-listed construction and engineering giant WBHO remains optimistic that a resolution can be reached in the ongoing dispute between major construction firms and the South African National Roads Agency (Sanral) regarding the agency's new preferential procurement guidelines for its tendering process. According to WBHO CEO Wolfgang Neff, it is crucial for rationality to
FirstRand's Prudent Lending Strategy Shields It from Credit Losses
FirstRand, South Africa's largest bank by market value, has successfully sidestepped a surge in bad loans that has plagued some of its competitors by adopting a cautious lending approach in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic. This strategic choice to prioritize prudence over rapid loan expansion has allowed FirstRand to navigate the challenging economic landscape
Nigeria on the path to Restoring Nationwide Power Grid Stability
Nigeria is in the process of restoring power nationwide following a significant grid collapse that affected all 36 states and the capital city. The outage, which lasted approximately 10 hours, was attributed to a fire incident within one of the country's power plants, leading to sharp frequency drops and ultimately causing a grid failure. This
Postbank Board Dismissed Amid Unlawful Contracts Scandal
The board of directors at Postbank has been ousted following the revelation of unlawful contracts with suppliers, which came to light after a nationwide system failure last week. Over 600,000 beneficiaries felt the repercussions of this system glitch, leading to an urgent response from government officials. Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies, Mondli Gungubele, took
Cabinet Approves Groundbreaking Plan for South Africa's State-Owned Enterprises
The Cabinet has granted approval for a groundbreaking new strategy concerning South Africa's beleaguered state-owned enterprises (SOEs). This development comes with the green light given to the draft National State Enterprises Bill, presenting the potential for private equity investment within state-owned companies and their subsequent listing on the stock exchange. This transformative initiative encompasses major
Glencore refinery Investment Deadline in Jeopardy Following Tragic Explosion
Glencore, a significant player in commodities trading, finds itself at risk of failing to meet the investment deadline for a Cape Town refinery in South Africa due to an unfortunate explosion that forced the plant to cease operations for several years. The company had committed to investing R6 billion in the refinery when it acquired
Transaction Capital's CEO David Hurwitz Forced Out Amid Share Price Plunge
The abrupt departure of CEO David Hurwitz from Transaction Capital sent shockwaves through the market, resulting in a significant drop in the company's share price, plummeting over 20%. The announcement, released after the market closed alongside a pre-close update, was remarkably brief, comprising a mere 138 words. The core statement regarding his departure was a
Google to possibly add multi-device support for RCS messaging
Reports have revealed that Google could possibly have plans to make it easier for Android users to send and receive RCS messages from Google Messages to other phones and devices. A few code strings in Google Messages have shown that Google intends to use phone numbers to make interacting with RCS chats on multiple devices
Complete electricity blackout in Nigeria as grid collapses
This week, Nigeria’s electricity distribution companies reported “a total system collapse, which led to a widespread blackouts across Africa’s biggest economy. The minister of power, Adebayo Adelabu, revealed that it was fire that caused an explosion on a transmission line connecting the Kainji and Jebba power plants in north central Niger state, tripping the grid.
Nokia manufacturer is launching own smartphone brand
The company that owns the rights to manufacture Nokia-branded mobile phones, HMD Global will be launching its own smartphone brand soon. Making the announcement this week on LinkedIn was the Finnish company’s co-founder and CEO, Jean-Francois Baril. “True to our values, HMD will continue to design for a more sustainable and affordable future for people.