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Eyowo launches its first digital Mastercard
Today’s generation do everything from ordering meals to scheduling doctor’s appointments on their mobile phones or online. To better meet their needs, Eyowo has unveiled its Digital First payment offering – the Better Card – which is certified by Mastercard. As one of the pioneer partners in Nigeria to join Mastercard’s Digital First Card Program,
Microsoft announces Kunle Awosika as the new MD of its Africa Transformation Office
Microsoft has announced the appointment of Kunle Awosika as the new Managing Director of its Africa Transformation Office. Microsoft has announced that they have appointed Kunle Awosika as their new Managing Director for the Africa Transformation Office. I am passionate about the incredible potential Africa has to become a truly connected continent that exports digital
Watch| A phone that speaks 50 languages: "Open" is designed for people who cannot read or write
The Ivory Coast has shocked global tech markets with its new invention of the "Open" phone which is a breakthrough for those who are less tech-savvy. The phone has been designed by Beninese Alain Capo Chichi and is manufactured in Ivory Coast. “For parents, it’s very important. When you ask them their phone number, they can’t
Purpose Centricity in the Fifth Industrial Revolution
As organisations continue to drive their digitalisation agenda, we find ourselves on the cusp of the Fifth Industrial Revolution (5IR) which is characterised as new connectivity and purpose between human, machines, and technology. This revolution focuses on the personalisation of every human engagement on every front. The fourth industrial revolution (4IR) and 5IR will work
Exxaro underscores commitment to corporate responsibility with top ranking in FTSE Russell ESG Ratings for 1H2022
Black empowered, diversified mining and renewable energy solutions company, Exxaro Resources is pleased to announce to its stakeholders that it has once again set the benchmark for its industry in environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance according to the FTSE Russell ESG Index Ratings for the 6-month period to 30 June 2022. The company received
FNB wins Best Consumer Digital Bank in SA and Best Banking App in Africa
29 August 2022 – FNB has once again displayed its digital innovation leadership by winning two awards: Best Consumer Digital Bank in South Africa and Best Mobile Banking App in Africa. This was announced at the 2022 World's Best Consumer Digital Bank Awards in Africa, hosted by Global Finance. It won the awards based on the strength
Mr Price Group expands in South Africa with standalone baby stores
South Africa's value fashion and homeware retailer Mr Price is testing standalone baby stores, in a push to gain a share of the growing and highly competitive baby care products market, starting with a store it launched on Wednesday, it said. It joins grocer Shoprite's Checkers and drug store chain Clicks which opened standalone baby
Only 17 out of 30 Nigerian marginal oil fields operational: NUPRC
Gbenga Komolafe, the commission’s chief executive, made this known at the Association of Energy Correspondents of Nigeria (NAEC) Strategic International Conference on Thursday in Lagos. Mr Komolafe, represented by Mr Abel Nsa, Head, National Oil and Gas Excellence Centre (NOGEC), said marginal fields award was initiated to increase participation of indigenous companies in the upstream
Hobot Legee D7 leads rise of the robovacs
Growing numbers of South Africans are discovering the magic of robot vacuum cleaners. They don’t mind cleaning every day, and never complain or get bored or distracted. And they don’t just save you time: they’re good for your health as well. Robot vacuum cleaners – or robovacs, as they’re commonly known – need no supervision and little maintenance. You
iPhone 14 launch date confirmed
Apple Inc. announced plans to hold a launch event on Sept. 7, when the tech giant is expected to unveil the iPhone 14 lineup and its next slate of smartwatches, confirming a date that was reported by Bloomberg News last week. The company sent out invitations for a presentation titled “Far Out,” describing it as an in-person
Ericsson and Google demonstrate multiple network slicing on a single Android device
Ericsson and Google have announced that they have demonstrated how multiple network slices on a single Android 13 device. In their latest collaboration, the ecosystem partners have demonstrated support on Ericsson network infrastructure for multiple slices on a single device running Android 13, supporting both enterprise (work profile) and consumer applications. In addition, for the first
ICASA appoints new acting CEO, Adv. Nkhetheleni Norman Gidi
The Council of the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA / the Authority) has announced the appointment of Adv. Nkhetheleni Norman Gidi as its Acting Chief Executive Officer, effective from 01 September 2022 to 30 November 2022, or until a permanent appointment has been made. The appointment of Adv Gidi follows the announcement of
Facebook reportedly hacked – Users witness an outage
Facebook News Feed has possibly been bugged yet again, and some users thought that their accounts were hacked. It is easy to assume that your account has been compromised after seeing your news feed share random posts and/or spam. In this article, we will share all possible reasons why this happened. The most popular social
South African producers breathe a sigh of relief following China’s unbanning of wool imports
The South African wool industry and the government have welcomed the announcement by China to uplift the ban on SA wool products in the wake of the foot and mouth disease. Agriculture, land reform, and rural development minister Thoko Didiza accepted the development and issued a statement in responding the news. Media reports surfaced last
Standard Bank adds Google Wallet to contactless payments
Johannesburg, 23 August 2022 – Standard Bank South Africa has now added Google Wallet to its growing list of digital payment methods, which customers have largely embraced as they seek digital payment solutions that are convenient, easy and safe to use. Google Wallet, which stores credit and debit cards for Google Pay, arrives in South Africa
MTN Uganda Introduces the MTN WakaNet Pocket Mifi
In an attempt to offer affordable internet connectivity, MTN Uganda has launched the MTN WakaNet Pocket MiFi. In line with its vision of delivering a bold digital world to everyone, MTN Uganda has introduced the MTN WakaNet Pocket MiFi to offer affordable internet connectivity to more of its customers. The portable pocket size 4G WakaNet
Leaders in Business, Tech, and Education Join the Roll Call of Speakers at the Upcoming PMI Africa Conference
LAGOS, Nigeria, 23 August 2022 -/African Media Agency(AMA)/- More than 15 speakers from across fintech, education, and business have confirmed to join the eminent panel of speakers for the PMI Africa Conference 2022. The annual marquee event hosted by Project Management Institute (PMI), the world's leading association for project professionals, will kick off in Lagos at
South Africa's’s Top Businesswomen Share Advice For Female Professionals This Women’s Month
Being a leader and a successful businesswoman doesn't just happen overnight. It takes dedication, time, perseverance and passion to deliver excellence. In a world where female professionals are still underestimated and underpaid, six of Mzansi’s top female businesswomen are sharing valuable advice and guidance for female professionals who want to take their professional careers to the next level this women’s month.
The high-resolution smartphone sensors are coming
According to a new report from Korean outlet ETNews spotted by Android Authority, it’s looking very likely that the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra will use the 200-megapixel camera sensor that the company launched last year. That is a whole lot of pixels, and Samsung isn’t alone in this newest megapixel arms race — Motorola beat the company to the punch with the Motorola
My Smart City adds property value feature on app
Service delivery application (app) My Smart City has launched a new ‘Local Insights’ feature, which aims to help users make informed decisions about investing in property in the cities of Johannesburg, Cape Town, Tshwane, Ekurhuleni and eThekwini. The feature allows users of the app to compare the performance of different municipal wards and local municipalities