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Netflix to introduce cheaper subscription with ads
Losing customers for the first time in a decade, Netflix Inc. is throwing out all of its old rules. The streaming leader will introduce a cheaper, advertising-supported option for subscribers in the next couple of years, and will start to crack down on people sharing their passwords even before that. Netflix also will curb its
Samsung reclaims top spot from Apple
Smartphone shipments fell 11% in the first quarter, the worst drop since the coronavirus outbreak, after inflation fears, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the Omicron variant derailed an unsteady recovery for the sector. Samsung Electronics Co. reclaimed the lead from Apple Inc. with a 24% share, according to Canalys market data, with Chinese vendors Xiaomi
FNB pledges R7.5 million as part of its holistic relief efforts in KwaZulu-Natal
20 April 2022 – FNB is saddened by the impact of severe flooding in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN). As corporate citizens, we recognise the importance of contributing to holistic relief efforts such as helping the vulnerable, rebuilding communities and infrastructure, and assisting impacted retail and business clients as well as our employees. As a result, we are
Mercedes-Benz launches second all-electric SUV
Mercedes-Benz (MBGn.DE) unveiled its EQS sport utility vehicle (SUV) on Tuesday, a 660 km (410-mile) range car that will be made in America and go on sale by autumn. Production of the EQS, the premium carmaker's second electric SUV after its EQC, will begin at its plant in Tuscaloosa, Alabama this year. The United States
Libya suspends production at largest oilfield
Libya's National Oil Company (NOC) has suspended operations at two major oil sites: the Zouetina terminal and the al-Charara field, after shutting down several other facilities in connection with protests and political rivalries. The blockades announced on Monday come at a time when Libya is struggling to turn the page on the years of Muammar
Amazon is making mysterious AR Smart Home products
Amazon might be the next big tech company to get into augmented reality, as the company is hiring for a “new-to-world smart-home product” that uses “XR” technology in some fashion, according to job listings reported on by Protocol. There aren’t many specific details included in the listings, unfortunately. One for a “software engineer — XR/AR,
Eskom increases rotational power cuts to stage 4
Eskom had to increase rotational power cuts to stage 4 without warning on Tuesday, spokesperson Sikonathi Mantshantsha has announced. Mantshantsha said the change was implemented at 07:20 after Majuba Unit 5 and Tutuka Unit 4 tripped. Last night, Mantshantsha reported that the evening peak demand was 30,401 megawatts (MW) at 18:35, with 1,966 MW load
Google and NCC come together to advance the broadband access in Nigeria
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and Google Global Services Nigeria have expressed determination to work together toward advancing the actualisation of auspicious national targets for ubiquitous broadband access in furtherance of Nigeria’s digital transformation policy. This aligns with and gives unambiguous expression to NCC’s strategic vision plan centering on strategic partnership and collaboration with necessary
Telkom gifts Communications minister with R29,000 Samsung smartphone
Telkom gifted communications minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni a Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra, valued at R29,000, and a Samsung Galaxy Watch Active, valued at R6,000. This was revealed in parliament’s latest Register for Members’ Interests report, which disclosed the financial interests, benefits, and gifts received by South Africa’s government representatives. Telkom’s only other gift was a
Vodacom donates R3 Million towards flood relief in KwaZulu-Natal province
Vodacom has announced that it has donated R3 million to Gift of the Givers Foundation to help towards relief efforts, aimed at helping scores of people, who have been hard hit and displaced by the devastating floods in KwaZulu-Natal province. The money will assist with food, blankets, water and toiletries. Heavy rains that started on
Pat on Brands launches Top 16 Youth-Owned Brands Awards in South Africa
Wondering which youth-brands owned are the most cherished in South Africa? This year, Pat on Brands will be launching its inaugural awards showcasing theTop 16 Youth-Owned Brand Awards. This is the first of its kind in the country aimed at recognizing and empowering proudly South African brands that are owned by the youth. The award
Uganda unveils new tourism brand in the Africa Tourism Market during World Travel Market
New destination brand #ExploreUganda unveiled to a global travel audience as Uganda showcases natural, cultural, wildlife and religious attractions Uganda Tourism Board invites the world to discover the Pearl of Africa and explore its unique adventure experiences Cape Town, South Africa – 12 April 2022: The newly unveiled #ExploreUganda destination brand was on full display
MacBooks delayed due to tough Chinese lockdown
Apple Inc. shoppers are facing longer wait times for the company’s flagship MacBook Pro laptops, a sign that Covid-19 lockdowns in China may be contributing to delays. U.S. consumers trying to order Apple’s latest high-end models are now seeing delivery estimates pushed into June. And the date range for the lower-end configuration of the 14-inch
Mr Price takes controlling stake in Studio 88
Retailer Mr Price says it has entered into a transaction agreement to acquire 70% of Blue Falcon, which owns the Studio 88 group of businesses, from RMB Ventures and the current management of the Studio 88 Group, for R3.3 billion. The transaction will be fully funded through the existing cash resources of the group, it
Vodacom suffers serious damage to infrastructure as floods wreak havoc in KZN
Vodacom says widespread flooding in KwaZulu-Natal has damaged its network infrastructure in the province, including over 400 towers. Its spokesperson, Byron Kennedy, explained that damage to its towers was primarily due to disruptions in electricity supply. As a result, several coastal regions have intermittent connections for the time being. “Certain customers in a number of
Elon Musk sued by a Twitter Inc. shareholder
Elon Musk was sued by a Twitter Inc. shareholder who claims the Tesla Inc. CEO’s delay in disclosing his ownership of more than 5% of the social media company artificially kept its share price down. Marc Bain Rasella sued Musk for securities fraud in Manhattan federal court Tuesday, claiming Musk was required to disclose his
Loadshedding in South African worsens – Here is the new Eskom schedule
Eskom has announced that it is implementing continuous Stage 2 load-shedding for the rest of the week. It expects load-shedding to run until 05:00 on Friday morning. “The extension of load-shedding is caused by the failure of additional units and the continued shortage of generation capacity due to delays in returning to service three generating
MTN awards scholarships to 360 Nigerian students
Three hundred sixty students received scholarships from the MTN Foundation during award ceremonies recently held in Abuja, Lagos and Owerri. Director, Science and Technology, Lagos State Ministry of Education, Grace Akinfoyewa, Senior Special Assistant on Education to the Governor, Lagos State, Adetola Salau, Director, ICT, National Commission for Colleges of Education, Pius Ekireghwo, and other
Turkcell and Ericsson join forces to enable the digital transformation of industries
Turkcell and Ericsson have recently signed a collaboration agreement for the digital transformation of industries utilizing Ericsson Private Network solution. Ericsson will support Turkcell to identify and analyze potential use cases for potential engagement opportunities in industries via a fully-dedicated, on-premise Ericsson Private Networks solution. The agreement serves as the basis for mutual collaboration between Turkcell and
Wärtsilä signs 10-year Guaranteed Asset Performance contract with Malicounda Power in Senegal
Wärtsilä Guaranteed Asset Performance agreement will ensure essential reliability for Senegal power plant The technology group Wärtsilä has signed a 10-year Guaranteed Asset Performance agreement with Malicounda Power SAS of Senegal. The contract covers the 130 MW Malicounda Melec power plant located in Mbour, south of Senegal’s capital Dakar, scheduled to be commissioned in June