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Eskom's 19% price increase has been approved, which is terrible news for urban and industrial consumers
The South African National Energy Regulator (Nersa) has given Eskom final authority to execute an 18.65% average energy pricing hike. Nersa stated that its decision on Eskom's Retail Pricing and Structural Adjustment application was taken at a meeting on March 10, 2023. Eskom has submitted a new proposal on March 2, 2023, with a lower
SpaceX's Starlink satellite-to-cellular service receives early certification
Preliminary clearance was given by US authorities to guidelines for delivering phone calls via direct linkages to satellites, a potential $30 billion industry that has drawn Elon Musk's SpaceX and competitors such as AT&T Inc. partner AST SpaceMobile Corp. By a 4-0 decision Thursday, the Federal Communications Commission conditionally authorised regulations for the service, which
Bitcoin has reached its highest price in nine months
The cryptocurrency market rose as attempts to strengthen the banking system and expectations that the US will begin decreasing interest rates later this year boosted investor confidence. Bitcoin, the most valuable token, surged as much as 4.9% to over $25,610 as of 10:45 a.m. in Singapore on Friday. Second-placed Ether gained about 3%, while smaller
In terms of flight pricing in South Africa, FlySafair outperforms Lift and Airlink
According to a MyBroadband research, FlySafair is the cheapest domestic airline in South Africa, and by a significant margin on some routes. On the Johannesburg-Cape Town and Johannesburg-George routes, the airline charges R840 and R566 less than its nearest rival. While still less expensive than the others for travellers travelling between Johannesburg and Durban, the
South Africa's cheapest bank accounts
According to a MyBroadband examination of a basket of transactions, Bank Zero provides the cheapest low-cost banking service in South Africa. All of South Africa's main conventional and digital banks provide low-cost entry-level accounts for people who prefer a pay-as-you-transact approach to products with higher monthly administrative costs. Bank accounts with monthly costs of less
Rand Water to invest R28 billion in 12 reservoirs to secure Gauteng's water supply
Rand Water intends to build 12 reservoirs at a cost of R28 billion over the next five years to ensure Gauteng has enough water by 2028. Water and Sanitation Minister Senzo Mchunu revealed this on Tuesday at a media briefing on the situation of water services in Gauteng and interventions to solve the supply of
What are the limitations of today's technologies?
How technologically obsessed are you? Do you spend your entire day on your computer or on your phone? Conversely, can you confidently state that technology does not play a significant role in your life? Those of you who said the latter are mistaken. If you're reading this lesson on a computer, it's safe to say
Future technology: 10 ideas that will transform the world
The future is approaching, and it will arrive sooner than you think. These coming technologies will alter how we live, care for our bodies, and help us avoid a climate calamity. In today's society, technology advances at an alarmingly quick rate. It may often feel as though new technology and breakthroughs are introduced every day
<a><strong>Use HUAWEI to celebrate the perfect long weekend with family and friends</strong></a>
Human Rights Day is observed in South Africa on March 21. The public holiday falls on a Tuesday, making it the ideal time to make the most of the long weekend. You can take a vacation from your everyday routines to visit new locations, participate in new activities, or simply relax with family and friends.
Absa shines in sustainable finance awards
Absa Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB) was recognised as Africa's finest Pan-African corporate finance and investment bank at the 2023 Bonds, Loans & ESG Capital Markets Africa Awards.The bank was named Bank Treasury & Funding Team of the Year, West Africa Investment Bank of the Year, and ESG Loan Deal of the Year for the
Farm with a View: How Drone Technology is Transforming Agriculture
Drones are an increasingly common technology with a wide range of applications. Drone-based shooting of an event, such as an outdoor wedding, or acquiring drone-based footage to highlight for the sale of a home or other property, is becoming more common. On the more contentious side, drones are increasingly being used in modern military and
What is GPT-4, and how is it different from ChatGPT?
OpenAI's most powerful AI model ever can tell jokes and write bar examinations, but can it also inflict harm? GPT-4, the latest release from OpenAI, is the most powerful and stunning AI model ever from the firm that brought you ChatGPT and the Dall-E AI artist. The system can pass the bar exam, answer logic
As wage negotiations for 2023 heat up, public sector strike comes to an end
Striking public sector unions have put off their demonstrations for the time being after striking an agreement with the government in salary negotiations until 2022. But, discussions for the fiscal year 2023 are expected to heat up, with all unions maintaining strong in their pursuit of double-digit compensation hikes. On Tuesday, the National Education Health
PROFESSOR DAYA REDDY APPOINTED AS UCT INTERIM VICE-CHANCELLOR
Professor Daya Reddy has been named temporary vice-chancellor of the University of Cape Town (UCT). This comes on the heels of Professor Mamokgethi Phakeng's dramatic resignation earlier this month. Reddy takes over amid UCT student demonstrations over previous debt. According to UCT spokesperson Elijah Moholola, Reddy will formally assume the job on March 14, 2023,
The new Haval P04, which is larger than a Land Cruiser, demonstrates its immense size
Less than a month after being seen testing in China, an alleged sole official photograph of the all-new Haval P04 has leaked online ahead of sales beginning later this year. American-Chinese The single image shows a slab-sided profile similar to the Ford Excursion and a front fascia reminiscent of previous Ford F-150 generations, and is
Maite Nkoana-Mashabane, ex-minister, resigns as a member of parliament following cabinet reshuffle
Former presidential minister in charge of women, youth, and people with disabilities. Maite Nkoana-Mashabane has resigned from an MP. She is the first of a few ministers and deputy ministers who are anticipated to quit after being removed from the cabinet. Instead of becoming backbenchers in parliament, those dismissed from President Cyril Ramaphosa's cabinet are
The CEO of Transaction Capital sold 40% of his investment In December
David Hurwitz, CEO of Transaction Capital, sold 42% of his almost four million shares in the company a little more than three months ago. The 1.6 million shares were sold on the open market over three days for a total of R50.99 million. This was announced in a seemingly benign release on December 19, during
Johann Rupert's tremendous business empire: all the companies he owns
Johann Rupert is a well-known and successful businessman in South Africa, with stakes in several top South African and worldwide firms. With an estimated net worth of roughly $11 billion, he ranks second on the Forbes African Billionaires List (R205 billion). Johann Rupert and his family are also well-known for their charitable contributions. Thousands of
Has the municipality overvalued your property?
The draft property valuation roll for the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality is now available for all ratepayers to study. This implies that metro property owners have until the end of March 2023 to inspect and object to the municipality's current assessment of their property. The roll paves the stage for prospective rate and tax hikes for
WhatsApp will replace phone numbers with usernames In group chats
WhatsApp will soon be releasing a new upgrade for group members that will replace phone numbers with usernames in the chat list. Users will now see push names instead of phone numbers if they receive a message from an unknown contact in a WhatsApp group after the new feature update. WhatsApp began releasing a new