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Emirates invests over US $ 350 million in next-generation inflight entertainment systems for new A350
As part of its continued drive to ensure customers ‘fly better’, Emirates has selected the new Thales’ AVANT Up system for its incoming fleet of Airbus A350 aircraft, scheduled for delivery in 2024. The airline’s investment of over US$ 350 million will see its 50-strong fleet of A350s equipped with next-generation inflight entertainment solutions that
Cattle transport suspension lifted as foot and mouse disease cases ease
South African minister of Agriculture, Land Reform, and Rural Development Minister Thoko Didiza has opted against the extension of the national ban on the movement of cattle. The ban was introduced three weeks ago to curb the spread of foot-and-mouth disease, which is among the world's most infectious animal illnesses. News24 reports, however, that there were
Truworths plans to spend R1 billion on a new distribution centre in Cape Town
South African fashion retailer Truworths has outlined plans to build a new 53,000m2 distribution centre in Cape Town. The centre, equivalent to 7.5 soccer fields, will help the company consolidate its various facilities under one roof. Truworths announced that the construction of the building will start next month and its completion is expected to be in the
Nurturing South Africa’s Services Economy Balancing domestic competition and global competitiveness Michael Harris, Partner, Letsema
In July, the Competition Commission released the provisional report on the market inquiry into online intermediation platforms. The findings highlight the tension that exists between promoting domestic competition and building a base for global competitiveness. South Africa enjoys meaningful comparative advantages in its services sector. Favourable time zone, proficiency in English, the price and availability
Citrus Growers voluntarily stops Valencia orange exports to EU countries
The South African citrus industry is said to be voluntarily doing without exporting its last harvest of Valencia oranges from Citrus Black Spots affected areas to European Union countries. According to the Citrus Growers Association, the decision will come into effect as of next week starting on Friday. This comes as a massive blow to
Over-and-above antivirus software: 5 ways for your business to boost its cybersecurity
In a world where cyberattacks are on the rise, adequate security features are key to keeping you, your employees, and your digital assets safe. Whether you’re a start-up, a growing SME, or well-established business, all types of businesses should prioritise security. A recent study by Kaspersky found that ransomware attacks in South Africa have doubled when comparing
Eskom successfully recovers R30 million paid out to ex-CEO Brian Molefe
Financially strained South African power generator, Eskom, has announced the recovery of R30 million from former CEO Brian Molefe. The power utility announced that it has successfully recovered the R30m that was unlawfully paid to Molefe’s pension benefit back in 2016. “Eskom is pleased to confirm that it has successfully recovered the R30m it unlawfully paid to
Transnet board approves R100 billion project to expand KwaZulu-Natal ports
Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has received approval from its board for its R100 billion KwaZulu-Natal Logistics Hub Programme. The programme is aimed at expanding the ports of Durban and Richards Bay, the process sets in motion subsequent governance processes to be undertaken by the ports authority. It is reported that the the process includes the promulgation
Liquid launches its DDoS Services to protect African businesses
Liquid Network has announced that they have launches DDoS secure to protect african businesses from DDoS attacks. Liquid Networks, a business of Cassava Technologies, a pan-African technology group, have announced the launch of its Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) Secure offering to its customers. The solution is designed to proactively mitigate attacks by scrubbing traffic
A sigh of relief for motorists as SA drops petrol & diesel prices
The price of both 93 and 95 unleaded petrol will be lowered by R2.04 a litre on Wednesday, the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy announced on Monday. This will lower the price of 95 petrol in Gauteng to R23.38 a litre, from a record high of R26.74 in July. That said, petrol cost only R19.61 at the start of
OR Tambo runway opened after grass fire
OR Tambo International Airport was forced to close one of its runways after dry grass caught fire and “spilled over from the adjacent community within the airport precinct,” it said via Twitter. Fire and rescue teams are onsite to extinguish the blaze, according to OR Tambo, which is the busiest airport in Africa. Ekurhuleni Emergency Services
OMD South Africa appoints Litha Vimbi as their new general manager
Litha Vimbi has been appointed as the new general manager of OMD South Africa. Vimbi will work closely with SA managing director Julio Rodrigues and be responsible for the strategic direction, business growth and talent retention of the media business in Johannesburg. Vimbi, who started at OMD in January 2017 as a media strategist, has
Retailer Shoprite's Money Market service is now a fully-fledged transactional bank account
Retailer Shoprite's Money Market Account is now a fully-fledged transactional bank account, the first offering of its kind by a South African retailer. The retailer introduced its Money Market account in 2020 as a free account allowing customers to save, send, or transact and even pay utility bills at its in-store Money Market counters. The
[SPONSORED] How to maximise your benefits this tax season
The war in Ukraine has backtracked the fragile economic recovery from the pandemic, triggering a devastating financial crisis on consumers, increasing food and commodity prices and globally exacerbating inflationary pressures, says the latest United Nations forecast released recently.. While we are facing the harsh reality of this economic fallout, it is also important to revisit critical
Twitter prepares edit button for users
Twitter seems to have handled adding an edit button about as well as possible. The edit button biases toward transparency, adding an edit history for every tweet and a big notice saying a tweet has been edited. Users will only have 30 minutes to edit their tweet, and will only be able to do so “a few
SAA in talks with British Airways about SA franchise, CEO says
South African Airways (SAA) is talking to British Airways (BA) about the possibility of taking over its franchise agreement in South Africa, John Lamola, SAA's interim chair and CEO, confirmed on Friday. BA cancelled the franchise agreement it had with Comair after the SA company went into provisional liquidation in mid-June. Recently, Comair's provisional liquidator, said his
Trelix appoints Kim Anstett as its new Chief Information Officer
Trellix, the cybersecurity company delivering the future of extended detection and response (XDR), have announced Kim Anstett has joined Trellix as Chief Information Officer (CIO). As CIO, Anstett leads Trellix’s global information and technology systems organization and joins the Executive Leadership Team (ELT). Kim has a proven record of building high-performing IT organizations. No doubt
Sakeliga threatens legal action if Eskom cuts Tshwane metro’s electricity
Business community Sakeliga has sent a letter of demand to State-owned Eskom, indicating that any attempt to cut the supply of electricity to the Tshwane metro will lead to urgent litigation. Sakeliga’s letter follows repeated threats made since August 23 by Eskom that the beleaguered utility might cut all electricity supply to Tshwane because of the metropolitan
Tanzania launches first 5G Mobile Network
Vodacom Tanzania has announced the launch of the first ever 5G mobile network in the country. odacom Tanzania, part of Vodafone Group, has launched the first ever 5G mobile network in the country. The new non-standalone 5G service offers customers faster speeds, lower latency and will support the development of emerging technologies in Tanzania, such as the
Binance Charity to provide educational courses with Women in Tech
Binance Charity and Women in Tech have announced that they are going to be providing educational courses on blockchain. Binance Charity, the philanthropic arm of Binance, the world’s leading cryptocurrency and blockchain infrastructure provider, and Women in Tech®, have announced a flagship global partnership to provide blockchain educational courses to 2,800 women from vulnerable communities