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New Global App to Rival TikTok
Telefanz, the new social media platform for exciting, spontaneous, genuine videos and photos, officially launched in June with the slogan ‘Social Media Made Better’. Competing with leading platforms like TikTok, “Telefanz” distinguishes itself with SocialFi features. It includes Approved &…
Mimecast Appoints New Field Chief Technology Officer (EMEA)
Khetan Gajjar has taken up the role of Field Chief Technology Officer for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) at Mimecast, a cutting-edge email and collaboration security firm. Khetan brings over 25 years of experience and leadership to his…
EcoVadis Gold Medal Sustainability Rating for NTT DATA
NTT DATA Middle East and Africa, a digital business and IT services entity, has recently received a Gold Medal Sustainability Rating from EcoVadis, one of the world’s largest and most trusted provider of business sustainability ratings. Set emissions goals In…
The Online Work Africa Summit Inaugurated
In a bold initiative aimed at addressing youth unemployment across Africa, Mobile Web Ghana and its partners recently launched the Online Work Africa Summit on May 2024. Dignitaries The summit, eagerly anticipated by many, seeks to empower African youth through…
Rand Water Begins Infrastructure Maintenance Tomorrow
Rand Water implements Proactive Extensive Maintenance to improve reliability and Efficiency of Its Water Infrastructure. Rand Water, the largest bulk water utility in Africa and one of the largest in the world, providing bulk potable water to more than 11…
AIEN Welcomes Shakwa Nyambe as New President-Elect
Shakwa Nyambe, Managing Partner of SNC Incorporated, has been named President-Elect of the Association of International Energy Negotiators (AIEN) for the 2024–2025 term. The AIEN Board of Directors approved his position. Nyambe will become AIEN’s substantive president from 2025 to…
SA Consumers Spend, on Mothers and Father’s Day: Bank Data
Fine dining, crockery, pots, flowers, and jewelry continue to enjoy the lion’s share of consumer spending leading up to and during Mother’s Day, while biltong and winery dominate spending during Father’s Day. According to FNB data, on Mother’s Day in…
European VC Firm Announces Huge Africa Fund
Breega, one of the fastest-growing early-stage funds in Europe, announced the launch of its first African fund, “Breega Africa Seed I” which aims to become the leading early-stage investor in African start-ups. Since closing its first fund in 2015, Breega…
Tech Startup Competition Offers $1m
Callout for tech startups looking for $1m seed funding. An opportunity exists to empower responsible tech companies that seek to make both a commercial and social impact. Entries are now open for a global startup competition seeking innovative tech solutions…
How AI can Mitigate the Imminent Shortage of Truck Drivers
CEO for GoMetro, Justin Coetzee, suggests fleet management technology can help keep truck drivers happy – and goods moving. GoMetro is a B2B SaaS fleet management company, headquartered in the UK, founded in 2014. Its first version was built by…
iSON Xperiences Welcomes New Global Chief Executive Officer
iSON Xperiences has appointed Vitul Kwatra as its new global CEO, beginning this month. Vitul Kwatra succeeds Pravin Kumar, who has been worldwide CEO since its inception in 2011. “After many years of dedicated service and unwavering commitment to our…
“Chatbot Still Far from Widespread Usage: Under 10% Usage”
The debut of OpenAI’s ChatGPT represented a pivotal moment for the AI industry. Despite becoming the fastest-growing app in history, amassing 100 million users within two months, it was not enough to make artificial intelligence one of the biggest stories…
Revolutionizing Digital Content in SA: Freevision Play
Sentech is proud to announce the launch of Freevision Play, a groundbreaking Over-The-Top (OTT) video streaming platform designed to provide seamless and free access to a wide array of local and community TV and radio channels. As part of their…
Telcos need a Robust Talent Strategy for Sustainability
The telecommunications industry is evolving rapidly, and the skills gap it has created poses a significant challenge for businesses. The demand for highly skilled professionals continues to surpass the available talent pool. Without these skills, businesses will increasingly struggle to…
Intelligent Assistants: Bridging Bots and Humans
In a world saturated with scripted chats and automated responses, Intelligent Assistants (IAs) emerge as the crucial bridge between digital bots and their human users. Helm, a force in the AI space, is leading the charge with a unique approach…
Partnership to Enable Facilitation of eCommerce Transactions
Network International, the facilitator of digital commerce across the Middle East and Africa, has expanded its collaboration with J.P. Morgan Payments to enhance ecommerce transactions for their clients in South Africa. This enhancement will be achieved by utilizing Payfast, Network’s…
