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Why more companies should invest in socially responsible hiring
With the fastest-growing youth population globally, it’s no surprise that many African countries have a high youth unemployment rate, with far more youth looking for employment than there are opportunities. The International Labor Organization (ILO) found that in 2023, more than 72 million youth in Africa are NEET – not in education, employment or training. And concerningly,
Everything.Insure redefines insurance landscape with first digital commercial insurance marketplace
Everything.Insure, the digital broker and insurance marketplace that has revolutionised insurance shopping, is pleased to announce a ground-breaking addition to its platform. Widely known for providing comparative quotes that you can buy online from top insurers for personal, funeral, and pet insurance, amongst others, Everything.Insure is now making waves as the world's first platform to offer a
President Ramaphosa's SONA: impresses on green goals, but leaves SMBs wanting
Sage, the leader in accounting, financial, HR, and payroll technology for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), has welcomed the heavy emphasis that President Cyril Ramaphosa has placed on addressing climate change and the just energy transition in his State of the Nation Address (SONA) for 2024. Pieter Bensch, Executive Vice President & Managing Director for
Rooibos enters virtual gaming realm
For more than a century, Rooibos has solely grown in the botanically diverse Cederberg region of the Western Cape, and nowhere else in the world. That is until now… A new action-packed survival game, called Enshrouded, has Rooibos growing in the virtual Nomad Highlands – an expanse of land located in the heart of the game
Sabrina Elba Among Top-Tier Speakers at Africa's Prestigious Women’s Summit
The FORBES WOMAN AFRICA Leading Women Summit is gearing up to showcase its ninth landmark edition on March 8, 2024, at the Emperors Palace in Johannesburg, South Africa. In honor of International Women's Day and the female leaders and luminaries going beyond the script for a new vision for Africa, FORBES WOMAN AFRICA and McDonald's
Technology should serve society
As technology becomes an ever more integral part of the mining sector, mining stakeholders are coming to understand something quite profound about the role of technology in our sector, and in our society at large. Technology must serve humanity. For us at Barloworld Equipment, this has also led to some interesting insights. While we are
Let’s review the Acer Aspire 5 Spin
Imagine you’re a young creative professional who needs a device that will be both a laptop and a tablet when you need one. Imagine having a two in one device that is lightweight, thin and offers you a world of experiences in the palm of your hands. Before opening the device, let’s see what features
Kids can be model digital citizens this Safer Internet Day
Discussions around children’s online safety have slowly moved to the fore in recent months. Just last week, the CEOs of Meta, X, Snap, Discord and TikTok were quizzed by a US Senate Judiciary Committee about this very issue. The 21 senators were highly critical of the social media platforms and accused the owners of failing to protect
From Cap and Gown to Content Crown: Embracing the Creator Economy as a Graduate
In the dynamic landscape of the modern job market, the Creator Economy has emerged as a powerhouse, offering graduates the unprecedented opportunity to shape their own futures. Among the various avenues within this thriving ecosystem, a career in content marketing stands out as a dynamic and rewarding field. Natalie Druion explores the journey of content
L'Oreal Plunge Costs World's Richest Woman $7 Billion in Minutes
Yesterday, the net worth of Francoise Bettencourt Meyers, the world's wealthiest woman, took a significant hit as shares of L'Oreal, the French beauty company owned in part by her family, experienced their worst single-day performance since the Great Recession. Bettencourt Meyers and her family saw their fortune plummet by $6.9 billion to $91.7 billion, making
Sungrow Ensures Peace of Mind for South African Homes
Mzansi can now enjoy unprecedented peace of mind as Sungrow, a symbol of reliability in the nation's energy sector, shines a light on its innovative power optimizer technology, designed to safeguard homes across the country. In a world where safety is paramount, Sungrow's power optimizer technology stands as a testament to its commitment to ensuring
Insights for online traders based on the 3 biggest market trends for 2024
The world of online trading has changed indelibly from what it was in recent history. Several technological innovations, driven by major societal shifts have changed the way people approach and think about important topics such as financial freedom, risk and return, and how success is defined as an investor. Keeping abreast of these developments and
Parts manager negotiates road works in her journey to the top
Auto industry veteran Dayle Walker knows a thing or two about crashing and getting patched up again. No matter what challenges life throws at her, she finds a way to stay the course and come out all polished on the other side. This year she is celebrating her 37th year in the sector and her
HONOR Unveils Cutting-Edge HONOR Falcon Camera System on HONOR Magic6 Pro
As the MWC 2024 approaches, HONOR is gearing up for its participation by announcing the latest advancement in its camera technology with the introduction of the HONOR Falcon Camera System on the upcoming HONOR Magic6 Series. Boasting powerful hardware specifications and an enhanced camera system, this innovation marks a significant leap forward in mobile photography.
HUAWEI MateBook D 16 i9 Sets the Standard with CHIP Awards Sweep: A Triumph of Design and Performance
Since its launch in December 2023, the HUAWEI MateBook D 16 i9 has won over users and earned significant recognition in the broader tech industry. This is evident in its numerous accolades from the esteemed CHIP Awards, a leader in global tech evaluations. The HUAWEI MateBook D 16 i9 distinguished itself with its sleek design,
Eight ways to ensure a data protection & ransomware recovery plan
Ransomware attacks have been worryingly increasing and causing significant damage to businesses in recent years. They target critical data and render it inaccessible to owners until a ransom is paid. In many cases, even after payment, the data is not restored and the perpetrators continue to hold it hostage. Therefore, the best way to protect
SGE is the new SEO trend in 2024
SGE is the new SEO trend in 2024. Pull out this string of words, and it spells our ‘Search generative experience’. You can expect users to fall in love with this trend, because its less technology driven, highly focused on their experience, and very sharable in the moment. In fact, Nikki Lam is a senior
R1 billion boost for South African electric vehicles
A memorandum of understanding (MOU) has been inked between a South African electric vehicle (EV) charging station contractor and an energy storage systems manufacturer, paving the way for the deployment of 120 renewable supercharge stations across South Africa with a total investment of R1 billion. Under the agreement, Zero Carbon Charge has partnered with Shanghai
MultiChoice reaches settles Nigeria's tax dispute
MultiChoice has reached a settlement agreement of 35.4 billion naira (equivalent to R475 million) with Nigerian tax authorities following a dispute over alleged outstanding taxes totaling 1.8 trillion naira. At the time of the tax claim, Nigeria's valuation in rand amounted to approximately R63 billion. However, as of February 1, 2024, the value of 1.8
Meta will place labels on AI generated pictures on Facebook and Instagram
Facebook and Instagram users will soon see labels on AI-generated images displayed on their social media feeds, as part of a broader initiative within the tech industry to distinguish between authentic and synthetic content. Meta, the parent company of these platforms, announced that it is collaborating with industry partners to establish technical standards facilitating the