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Veeam University Launches New Cyber Resilience Education Programs
Veeam® Software, the #1 leader by market share in Data Protection and Ransomware Recovery, has announced new technical training and certification programs through Veeam University, which delivers Veeam technical training to IT professionals on-demand anytime, anywhere. The new online offering is the result of a global partnership with Tsunati, a Veeam Accredited Service Partner, revolutionizing
86% of Executives have already deployed Artificial Intelligence to enhance revenue
A new global study by Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) (BSE: 532540, NSE: TCS), a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions, reveals that more than eight out of 10 (86%) of senior business leaders have already deployed artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance existing revenue streams or create new ones. The ‘TCS AI for
Retailers should prepare for an 1.8% uptick in consumer spending in 2024
South African retailers should get set for a recovery in retail sales between 2024 and 2026, according to a new report conducted on behalf of Capital Connect, a fintech that offers fast and flexible business funding to South African retailers. The report shows that total real retail sales are forecast to grow by 1.8% in 2024,
Tech Companies Must Stand Firm: Global Lessons for South Africa’s Upcoming Election
Artificial intelligence (AI) and technology have revolutionised many aspects of our lives, and elections are no exception. These tools can enhance the democratic process by improving access to information, voter registration, streamlining vote counting, and facilitating voter engagement, thereby securing greater protection of fundamental civil and political rights. However, the potential for misuse is equally
EFT Corporation Hosts Inaugural 'Banking on the Future' Conference at Victoria Falls
The inaugural 'Banking on the Future' conference, hosted by EFT Corporation, convened industry leaders, innovators, and stakeholders at Victoria Falls from May 13 to 15. The event aimed to envision, discuss, and shape the future of digital banking across Africa. This landmark gathering attracted leaders from the continent’s top banks to explore the latest advancements
Google Unveils Umoja: The First Fibre Optic Link Connecting Africa and Australia
In a significant step towards enhancing digital connectivity in Africa, Google has announced Umoja, the first fibre optic route to directly connect Africa with Australia. Anchored in Kenya, this ground-breaking route will traverse Uganda, Rwanda, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and South Africa, including the Google Cloud region, before crossing the Indian
Investing in healthy African communities is key to growth and prosperity
There is no doubt that Africa has the potential to be a prosperous continent, filled with thriving communities. Achieving that potential means bringing together the continent’s natural and renewable resources with a growing, youthful, and increasingly well-connected population alive with innovation. But it also means getting essential services right. One area that deserves particular attention
Breaking Barriers: Bydon Longwe becomes FirstRand Broader Africa CEO
For many, breaking one record is a lifetime achievement. This is not the case for Bydon Longwe, the FirstRand Broader Africa CEO and the first Zambian to hold this prestigious position. Longwe first made history as the inaugural Zambian CEO of FNB Zambia. In a landscape where local expertise often faces scepticism, Longwe has silenced
TechSurve at the forefront of driving PostGres adoption in South Africa
TechSurve, South Africa’s tier 1 distributor of Postgres, this week hosted a symposium for IT professionals and an information session for public sector IT officers to dissect the open source platform for database management. The events were hosted in both Johannesburg and Pretoria, in partnership with the global company, Enterprise-DB (EDB). In her welcoming address,
MTN hosts first-ever integrated Partner Conference celebrating the next 30 years
MTN South Africa has kicked off its first-ever integrated Partner Conference titled ‘Being No 1 together for the next 30 years,’ in Sun City, North West. The two-day conference brings together MTN’s partner ecosystem from Branded Retail Channels (BRC), retailers, enterprise partners, wholesalers, direct partners, telesales, and online channel partners. Addressing the partners at the
HUAWEI WATCH FIT 3 WINS OVER EXPERTS WITH ITS SLEEK DESIGN AND ADVANCED FEATURES
With consumers increasingly embracing a modern, health-conscious lifestyle, the demand for a device that seamlessly combines style, functionality, and advanced fitness features is at an all-time high. HUAWEI’s latest smartwatch, the HUAWEI WATCH FIT 3, not only meets these expectations but redefines the standard for wearables. Lighter and slimmer than its competitors and packed with
The future of cross-border payment: Traditional vs digital
As the world of finance evolves into the digital age, businesses now have the luxury of choosing platforms that offer convenience and efficiency in managing their finances. Companies dealing with clients in other markets can opt for digital payment systems for cross-border transactions, which promote speed, safety and cost savings. Africa is experiencing an increase
What makes Africans excel at customer service
Corporate brands seeking high-quality offshore Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) services are rightfully looking towards Africa as the next centre of excellence in this highly competitive global sector. Brands with a diverse geographic mix of contact centres in Africa can match customer demand with highly talented resources and individuals. One of the most significant benefits of
Fintech enablement offers micro merchants path to business growth
With an estimated 150,000 micro merchants* in townships, peri urban areas and rural areas, digitalising small and informal merchants could create significant economic spinoffs for underserved and excluded communities across the nation. Generating R178 billion in annual sales, these merchants serve around 80% of the population. That’s the word from Martin Wright, CEO of Kazang,
Hewlett Packard Enterprise and Tarsus Distribution join forces to deliver new cloud offering
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) today announced that it is partnering with Tarsus Distribution, one of the leading distributors in South Africa, to create a compliant, agile and affordable Disaster Recovery-as-a-Service (DRaaS) solution. HPE will provide a modern and secure private cloud infrastructure, based on HPE compute, storage, networking, and software solutions, including ransomware protection and
Growing women in food supply through tech
When 65-year-old Saskia Emary took over as the owner of Uncanny Food in 2018, after its founding owner Edi Franco decided to retire, she had already served six years as the General Manager of a business she had never originally intended to join. In 2009, working as an Accounting Consultant for small businesses, she was called by
TikTok Introduces New Guidelines and Educational Tools for Livestream
TikTok is rolling out new guidelines for its livestreaming feature, TikTok LIVE, aimed at helping creators build positive and inclusive communities while earning money. These new LIVE Monetization Guidelines, along with educational initiatives, are designed to promote authentic and joyful livestream experiences. The new guidelines specify that certain types of content, including inauthentic or low-quality
Mastercard and Payment24 Expand Partnership to Enhance Fleet and Fuel Payment Security
Mastercard and Payment24 have announced an expanded partnership aimed at enhancing security and driving innovation in the fleet and fuel payment industry across Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EEMEA). This collaboration seeks to accelerate the adoption of the secure EMV standard, significantly reducing the risk of fraud associated with magnetic strip fleet cards.
MTN Announces New Yellow Plans
MTN has unveiled its new Yellow Plans, designed to provide affordable and straightforward connectivity solutions for consumers, based on a statement share with Business Tech Africa. These plans offer anytime data and minutes for calls to all networks, ensuring customers can make the most of their benefits without any restrictions. In 2023, MTN began its
Sungrow Roadshow Showcases Clean Energy Solutions
The Sungrow Roadshow recently embarked on a journey to highlight the innovative clean energy solutions offered by the organisation. This photostory captures the essence of the event, showcasing how Sungrow is leading the charge in sustainable energy technology. From cutting-edge solar inverters to advanced energy storage systems, the roadshow provided an insightful glimpse into the