Case Studies
Repo rate cut: All signs point to a very good Black Friday for SME sector
With the very busy Festive Season retail period about to kick off, today’s (Thursday) decision by the Monetary Policy Committee to cut the repo-rate by 25 basis points could not have come at a more welcome time, says SME services provider Lula. Reserve Bank Governor...
Defender: Official Dakar car partner from 2025 and competing from 2026
Defender will be the official car partner of Dakar from 2025, in a multi-year partnership with the world’s toughest rally raid event. Defender will enter an official team in the 2026 Dakar, bringing the iconic 4×4 brand to the world’s ultimate off-road endurance race as a works entry for the first time.
Black Friday Shopping Tips from TECNO
With Black Friday fast approaching, TECNO offers some tips to shoppers on how to make the most of the deals without emptying their wallets completely
From Our CEO: One Year of Leading Binance in a New Era of Crypto
One year ago, I was humbled and honored to be entrusted with an enormous task: leading the incredible organization that CZ and the founding team had built into the new era of the crypto industry. This transition became the culmination of a challenging period for...
Melon Mobile Accountants Left Sweating Over Black Friday Deals
Melon Mobile, South Africa’s mobile network disruptor, has dropped their prices again, with jaw-dropping Black Friday deals designed to make their own accountants sweat. From Friday, 29 November 2024, to Monday, 2 December 2024, Melon Mobile is offering ridiculous...
Electric Vehicle charge points – a cybersecurity risk?
The growing popularity of electric vehicles (EVs) will increase the number of EV charging stations, making it essential not to underestimate the importance of cybersecurity. William Petherbridge, systems engineering manager for Southern Africa at Fortinet, emphasises...
GIFTS WITH GAME Essentials for the Ultimate Defender – Kegan Johannes’ ultimate Christmas wish list
Soccer is electric in South Africa, uniting communities with unmatched energy and passion! From local fields to professional stadiums, young players are inspired by homegrown stars like Kegan Johannes, who embody skill, resilience and pride. Supporting a budding...
NIQ Retail Barometer: South Africans spend R214 billion on FMCG and durable goods in Q3 2024
FMCG and Tech & Durable goods value up 4.1% YoY in Q3 2024. Growth driven by FMCG with T&D goods recovering after flat growth in previous quarters. FMCG spending amounted to R183 billion, and T&D valued at R31 billion.
BCX Launches Innovative Testing as a Service (TaaS) Offering
BCX, a leading provider of advanced technology solutions across Africa, is proud to announce the launch of its innovative Testing as a Service (TaaS) offering, powered by the new proprietary platform, Smar-Test. This marks a significant advancement in software...
Why your business needs a consultative approach to technology
While a one-size-fits-all approach may have cut it in the past, today, organisations need unique, customised solutions that truly speak to their specific needs. Nowhere does this apply more than in the world of software development, says Carla de Abreu, newly...
Uber Eats Celebrates Excellence at Merchant Awards
Uber Eats proudly celebrated its merchants on the platform and reaffirmed its commitment to support businesses to enhance their revenue potential and growth, no matter how big or small, at its second annual Merchant Awards in Johannesburg recently. The 2024 Merchant...
Fostering tech inclusivity in rural South African schools
South Africa’s rural schools face unique educational challenges, from limited infrastructure and lack of resources to connectivity barriers. Addressing these issues is crucial for fostering equity in education. ASUS Education is at the forefront of this mission,...
ABS Upgrade Enhances Safety in JAC X200 Single-cab Bakkies
X200 2.8L TDI 1.5-tonne single-cab fitted with ABS for increased safety. Economical, practical, versatile and safe for diverse applications.
Entrepreneurship: A key survival skill that must be taught in schools
With a staggering 60.2% of young South Africans aged 15-24 not having participated in either the formal or informal work environment in Q3 2024, and the national unemployment rate having increased from 5.2 million in Q3:2014 to eight million in Q3:2024, the role of...
2024 Arctic Wolf Security Report: Key insights and trends
Businesses are facing increasingly sophisticated threats from ransomware groups, hacktivists, and individual attackers. The 2024 Arctic Wolf Security Operations Report sheds light on the key trends shaping the modern threat environment and provides actionable insights...
Challenge Accepted: Next-Gen Mitsubishi Triton raises the bakkie bar
The Next-Gen Mitsubishi Triton is ready for SA’s toughest challenges. The Next-Gen Triton will be offered with the most extensive model range ever along with a variety of approved accessories.
Budget-Friendly Cars Drive October Sales Surge In New And Used Vehicle Markets
Following a dip in performance in September, the South African automotive sector experienced a strong rebound in October 2024, with notable sales growth in both the new and used car markets. Based on the latest sales data from AutoTrader, the used car market is on the...
Kaspersky and AFRIPOL strengthen partnership in combating cybercrime by signing new cooperation agreement
To further enhance global efforts to combat cyber offenses, Kaspersky and AFRIPOL have signed a cooperation agreement in preventing and fighting cybercrime. Covering a period of five years, the document formalises and facilitates cooperation between the company and...
Insights into how the retail sector can deploy cyber defenses and technology that prioritises security and protects customers information
Black Friday and the festive season are the biggest shopping events of the year, but busy retailers should take caution not to fall prey to cyber-crime. Between social-engineering, employee manipulation and cybersecurity neglect, businesses run the risk of devastating...
Rise in Telco Fraud Threatens Digital Trust in South Africa
By Amritha Reddy, senior director for solutions at TransUnion Africa Telecommunications fraud is on the rise in South Africa, with the sector seeing one of the highest suspected digital fraud attempt rates globally. In 2023 alone, 15.5% of all suspected digital fraud...