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Impact sourcing with a large pool of talented people
Africa is widely acknowledged as the most diverse continent boasting and estimated 3000 distinct ethnic groups and over 2000 languages. A 2013 study by Erkan Goren which is now considered the global benchmark for measuring cultural diversity claimed the majority of African countries sit between 70% and 90% Ethnic Fractionalization. A similar Harvard study placed the worlds top 20 most diverse
HUAWEI MateBook D 16 i5 Review
Huawei is giving other technology brands a run for their money, and at this point in time, we can all agree that when it comes to their latest releases, they did not hold back. From seamless design to portability and navigation, the HUAWEI MateBook D 16 might just be the best thing that the technology
Trends and insights crucial for building a successful career, especially in Tech Industry
In the face of South Africa’s unemployment crisis, graduates seeking employment may encounter challenges with finding a suitable job. However, taking charge or having a proactive approach to shaping your career early, as a young professional is crucial. Understanding what works in today’s job market, especially in the Tech industry, is key to building the
Top 3 AI trends to tackle cybercrime and bolster productivity in 2024
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, it’s not only global markets grappling with the unsettling reality of cybercrime. In Africa and the Middle East, the threat of cybercrime is on the rise, with the Veeam Data Protection Trends Report 2023 suggesting that 86% of organisations across these regions experienced at least one ransomware attack last
The future supply chain professional: a proactive agent of change
The changing face of global supply chains demands a new kind of professional – one who is not only a custodian of procurement and logistics, but also a steward of sustainability. That is the view of Head of Procurement for Africa at PUMA Energy, Tsholofelo Tsholofelo, who says the constant changes occurring in the logistics space
Ministry of Interior, Immigration Service launches digital portal for passport booking, renewal and visa applications
The Nigerian Immigration Service, operating under the Ministry of Interior, has introduced a new online portal for passport applications, aiming to streamline the process and enhance efficiency. With this portal, citizens in Nigeria and the diaspora can conveniently book passport appointments, make payments, and schedule data capture from their homes. Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, the Minister
Hertz leaving behind EVs for petrol cars
Rental giant Hertz Global Holdings is divesting approximately 20,000 electric vehicles (EVs), including Teslas, from its U.S. fleet, signaling a shift away from EVs amid softened demand. This move comes about two years after a deal with Tesla to offer its vehicles for rent. Hertz will now favor petrol-powered vehicles, citing higher expenses related to
LG launches its first US EV charging factory in Texas
LG Electronics has inaugurated its inaugural electric vehicle (EV) charger facility outside of South Korea, situating it in Fort Worth, Texas, to carve a niche in North America's competitive EV charging market. Spanning 59,202 square feet, the new EV charging station factory has the capacity to produce over 10,000 chargers annually, with current production focused
Showmax 2.0 set to launch this coming February
On the 12th of February, MultiChoice, the parent company of DStv, is poised to introduce a revamped version of Showmax, marking a significant move in the African streaming landscape to contend with rivals such as Netflix and Disney+. The new Showmax, labeled Showmax 2.0, is a result of a collaboration between MultiChoice and NBCUniversal’s Peacock,
OpenAI launches a store for custom AI-powered chatbots
OpenAI has introduced the GPT Store, an online platform within the ChatGPT web client, showcasing a variety of custom chatbot applications powered by its advanced AI models like GPT-4 and DALL-E 3. This move comes after OpenAI hinted at such a development for developers last week. The GPT Store features a collection of GPTs, contributed
Gartner Names Trend Micro a Leader in Endpoint Security
Trend Micro Incorporated announced further recognition today for its flagship cybersecurity platform: Trend Vision One™ was named a Leader in Gartner’s latest Magic Quadrant report. Trend has been named a leader in every Gartner Magic Quadrant report for EPPs since 2002. Gareth Redelinghuys, Country Managing Director, African Cluster at Trend: “Whether it’s a cloud workload, an on-premises
Court orders Nigerian govt to pay compensation to embattled former central bank chief
In Abuja, the capital of Nigeria, a court has ruled in favor of Godwin Emefiele, the former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), granting him a compensation of $100,000 (equivalent to N100,000,000) due to his wrongful detention. Judge Olukayode Adeniyi of the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) determined that the
SAP set to pay up billions to settle corruption probe
SAP, the renowned German software corporation, has finalized settlement agreements with the U.S. Department of Justice, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, and South Africa's National Prosecuting Authority, agreeing to pay more than US$220 million (approximately R4.1 billion) to address allegations against it. Expressing satisfaction, SAP acknowledged the resolution of what it referred to as
AI, supply chain efficiency and ERP – the top manufacturing trends for 2024
2023 was a tough year for manufacturers. According to research from Deloitte, the sector was in contraction for most of 2023. This was, in large part, due to geopolitical tensions, economic uncertainty and climate change, which have all transformed the global manufacturing landscape as we know it. And industry performance predictions for 2024 paint an equally
Sungrow's Global Recognition: No. 12 on 2023 Fortune Future 50 List
Sungrow Power Supply, a major player in global inverter brand with 405GW installed worldwide, reinforces its presence in South Africa, offering dependable power solutions during the country's challenging load shedding times. According to Jordaan, based on current projections, 2024 may moderate to 2.5 blackout hours per day. Despite this, scheduled outages will persist. Sungrow remains
HPE to Acquire Juniper Networks to Accelerate AI-Driven Innovation
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (NYSE: HPE) and Juniper Networks, Inc. (NYSE: JNPR), a leader in AI-native networks, today announced that the companies have entered a definitive agreement under which HPE will acquire Juniper in an all cash transaction for $40.00 per share, representing an equity value of approximately $14 billion. The combination of HPE and Juniper
X rolling out new online video shows
The social media platform formerly known as Twitter, X is adding more changes and it has made an announcement that it is rolling out a slate of new video shows, including a partnership with former CNN anchor Don Lemon. Lemon will be hosting host a 30-minute show on X called “The Don Lemon Show,” which
Microsoft looking to accelerate scientific discovery with AI service
Microsoft is leveraging advanced computing capabilities and artificial intelligence to revolutionize the great task of discovering novel chemical compounds and materials. These innovations hold promise for a range of applications, from enhancing battery technology to formulating eco-friendly paints. Jason Zander, Microsoft's Executive Vice President for Strategic Missions and Technologies, revealed that the Pacific Northwest National
Getty Images launches a new GenAI service for iStock customers
Getty Images unveiled its latest offering, Generative AI by iStock, at CES 2024, introducing a service that employs AI trained on Getty's vast iStock photo and video collections to produce new licensable images and artwork. This innovative service, backed by Nvidia's technology, aims to ensure generated content avoids copyrighted elements such as recognizable products, individuals,
Why ethical procurement matters in supply chain
There can be no question that South African organisations are facing challenges on several fronts. Even without factoring in the country’s electricity crisis, the business landscape is beset with issues such as regulatory risk, global supply chain constraints and worker strikes. Additional pressure is coming from soaring external spend, squeezing many companies’ profit margins. According