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Thinkerneur Impact Series (TSI) Amplifies the Role of Brands in Creating Social and Environmental Impact
Thinkerneur, a strategy consultancy firm specializing in brand and communication strategies, is proud to announce its flagship initiative, the Thinkerneur Impact Series (TIS), which aims to empower professionals working in Corporate Social Investment (CSI), Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Sustainability, and Transformation to play a more significant role in society and the environment. TSI is a
2022 WAS SA'S FOURTH-HOTTEST YEAR ON RECORD, DESPITE HIGHER RAINFALL
Data from the South African Weather Service shows 2022 is South Africa's fourth-hottest year on record,. Despite above-normal levels of rainfall. The Annual State of the Climate 2022 report was released by The SA Weather Service. It is based on data collected from 26 climate stations. The annual average temperature was about 0.4ºC above the
GPT-4 Is Here: What Should Businesses Do to Make the Most of It?
Three months after the introduction of ChatGPT, OpenAI has today announced the third major update to the AI platform: GPT-4. The rapid speed of development is a formidable problem for organisations: they want to move quicker than their competitors and include the newest AI tool, but they must do it responsibly—which is especially crucial when
How Web3 Is Changing The Future Of Business
According to Aleksandrs Malins, Founder and CEO of FortySeven Software Professionals, he has been hearing a lot about problems with the integration of smart contracts, digital wallets, and decentralised markets during the last six months (NFT). Why? The Web3 market is flourishing, and we've been working on several Web3 projects, including Web3 games, during the last
Visa Foundation outlines commitment to support women entrepreneurs in Africa
Visa Foundation announced that it expects to contribute $5 million in grants and impact investments in Africa that will support women’s participation in the digital economy. The Foundation investments coincide with US Vice President Kamala Harris's tour to Africa and the establishment of a new Women in the Digital Economy Fund, and they follow Visa's
Zambia's Mining Sector Appoints First Female CEO
Zambia has appointed its first female CEO to head one of the country's biggest mining operations in the copper sector. Mfikeyi Makayi has been appointed by US-based company KoBold Metals to head up its copper unit in Zambia. The appointment marks a significant milestone in a traditionally male-dominated industry and highlights the growing trend towards
Cape Town's Central Line rises from the ashes
The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) has launched the first phase of the reconstruction of Cape Town's Central Line. The Nyanga to Langa stretch, costing R422 million, is now operational, with services between Langa and Bellville also running. The reconstruction project is aimed at improving passenger transport services while supporting the local economy.
Northam withdraws bid for RBPlat, clearing the way for Implats
South African mining company Northam Platinum has withdrawn its intention to acquire Royal Bafokeng Platinum (RBPlat), clearing the way for a cash-and-shares offer from Impala Platinum (Implats) to go through. Implats has steadily increased its shareholding in RBPlat to around 41% since making its offer a year and a half ago, all from institutional shareholders.
Best MacBook Features
It is frustrating to be using a laptop that will delay you in getting work done on time. Sometimes work gets delayed when your laptop is outdated or needs an updated software, which can result in hindering your progress in delivering delegated tasks on time. If you can dream it, a Mac can help you
Building A Business One Person At A Time
Several firms, particularly in recent years, have stressed that their most valuable resource is people. Nonetheless, there can be a major disconnect between a company's cultural statement and the realities of day-to-day commercial life. While most chief financial officers recognise the importance of personnel to a business, they frequently overlook opportunities to go beyond viewing
AI: The Most Rapidly Adopted Business Technology in History
“Gradually. Then, sudden." This was spoken by Mike, a character in Ernest Hemingway's novel The Sun Also Rises, in response to how he became bankrupt. If the narrative had been written 100 years later, he may have been alluding to artificial intelligence, which has gone from a distant inevitability on the outskirts of commercial acceptance
Samsung investors bracing for their lowest profit in 14 years
Due to a significant downturn in tech demand that resulted in losses at its semiconductor division, Samsung Electronics is on track for its lowest profit since the global financial crisis, if not longer. Analysts predict the South Korean chipmaker, which announces preliminary results for the March quarter on Friday, will disclose an operating profit drop
Load shedding is killing 5G in South Africa
The South African telecoms business is changing. On the one hand, 5G network deployments are accelerating, with the recent announcement that Nokia has won a big contract to expand MTN's 5G network to over 2 800 more locations across the nation. On the other hand, there appears to be no end in sight to South
Vodafone has received unsolicited interest in its major Spanish operation
According to persons familiar with the situation, Vodafone Group's Spanish division is garnering acquisition interest from possible purchasers. According to the sources, private equity and strategic bidders have approached the British telecoms business. While there is no official selling mechanism in place for the unit, Vodafone said it would accept offers at the right price.
Crypto Fugitive Do Kwon Faces Extradition to US or South Korea for Alleged Fraud
Do Kwon, co-founder of Terraform Labs Pte, has been charged by both US and South Korean authorities for his alleged involvement in a cryptocurrency fraud that resulted in the loss of $40 billion in market value. Currently, Kwon is in jail in Montenegro, and both countries have expressed their intention to request his extradition. While
Harbour Energy to Cut 350 UK Onshore Jobs, Cites Windfall Tax as Reason
Harbour Energy, the UK's largest oil and gas producer, has announced that it expects to cut 350 onshore jobs in the country. The company cited the UK government's windfall tax as the reason behind the decision. Harbour Energy has been reviewing its operations since January after warning that it was re-evaluating its future activity in
The Future of Mobile Phones: Implants Under the Skin
Martin Cooper, the pioneer of the modern cell phone, has predicted that humans may one day have their mobile phones embedded under their skin. In a recent interview on NPR, Cooper shared his vision that led to the first cellular phone call and what he thinks the future holds for mobile phones. Cooper revolutionized the
World Bank Warns of Looming Economic Slump Unless SSA Cuts Trade Costs
The World Bank has issued a warning that Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) needs to cut trade costs by at least 50% to reinvigorate global trade, which has been in decline since mid-2022. The lender stated that the global economy growth rate could slump to a three-decade low if urgent action is not taken to boost productivity,
EOH shares are rising as outlook improves
EOH Holdings shares climbed more than 5% in Johannesburg on Wednesday morning after the IT services firm released its first financial results following its recent rights issuance. The business, which has been through the ringer in recent years after investigations revealed it was a key player in public sector corruption, claimed it earned an operational
Bill Gates opposes proposals to halt AI development
Proposals to halt AI development would not "solve the challenges" that lie ahead, Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates said in his first public remarks since an open letter triggered a discussion about the technology's future. The technologist-turned-philanthropist stated that it would be preferable to focus on how to effectively employ AI breakthroughs, since it was difficult