TymeBank and Flash, a South African payments solutions provider, have partnered to make it possible for TymeBank customers to withdraw cash at over 172,000 spaza shops and traders across the country. As a result, the bank now offers more cash withdrawal options and locations than any other bank in South Africa. “While TymeBank supports the country’s shift to a cashless society, the reality is that cash is still used extensively in our communities and the informal market. Flash provides an accessible, convenient and easy-to-use cash-out solution, which means TymeBank customers can withdraw cas ..read more

Technology and business leaders today met at the SAP Innovation Day in Johannesburg to discuss how businesses can shift away from stagnation and ignite a new wave of innovation and growth to drive their success. Speaking at the event, Hans-Peter Fuelle, Chief Business Officer for EMEA, SAP, said businesses today operate in an environment characterised by volatility and uncertainty, with unpredictability exerting significant pressure on revenue, profit margins and supply chains. Hype for AI’s transformative potential Interest in artificial intelligence (AI) is at an all-time high. The global A ..read more

Liquid Intelligent Technologies, a pan-African technology group, announces a distribution partner agreement (DPA) with Eutelsat Group that will see enterprise-grade Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite services being made available in Africa. Eutelsat Group is the world’s first satellite operator with an integrated GEO-LEO infrastructure. “Liquid has always been committed to technological innovation in Africa,” said Ahmed El Beheiry, CEO of Liquid Intelligent Technologies. “Our collaboration with Eutelsat signifies a milestone in bringing cutting-edge LEO services to our customers across multiple ..read more

The incidence of gambling in South Africa spans all age groups and with the accessibility of online gambling platforms, gambling is now an activity that can be conducted in-home and anywhere. To understand more about the dynamics of gambling, particularly amongst the youth, infoQuest, a leading South African online research company recently conducted a survey amongst 300 gamblers, 139 of which were younger gamblers (aged 18 – 34 years). The research was conducted during March 2024 and some of the main findings for the younger market are discussed below. Participation in types of gambling acti ..read more

There is a massive acceleration in the use of and demand for digital skills. It is a monumental shift and the challenge for businesses is to move fast and leverage the advantage digital skills can deliver. The pace of change is phenomenal. Creating the talent to fulfil jobs that rely on information and communications technology (ICT) skills is the only way economies and businesses can remain competitive. Digital jobs could be a game changer for the South African economy and particularly in addressing one of the biggest challenges facing our country, that of youth unemployment. That is why The ..read more

It was good news all round for the South African motor industry in April this year, with both new and used car sales showing growth. According to used car sales data released by AutoTrader, used car sales rose by 7% year-on-year last month, while month-on-month growth was 5%. The accumulated value of used cars sold last month – at R11.7 billion – increased by 4.01% month-on-month and 9.8% year-on-year. A total of 28,725 used cars (average price R407,849, average mileage 75,015km and average age of 6 years-old) were sold last month. This compares to 26,751 sales in April 2023 and 27,274 in Mar ..read more

Driving through the streets of Johannesburg, the Volvo EX30 consistently impressed during a test drive. Quick Verdict The EX30 offers a delightful driving experience, and its minimalist interior exudes refinement and uniqueness. Reasonably priced, the EX30 comes with a comprehensive array of standard safety features and equipment, making it a compelling choice. With impressive performance and a competitive electric driving range, this battery-powered Volvo model truly stands out. Tailored for the modern urban lifestyle, the EX30 is a compact luxury car that ticks all the boxes. The ..read more

Global technology brand HONOR today announced the availability of the new MagicOS 8.0 for the HONOR Magic V2 Series. Starting today, HONOR Magic V2 and PORSCHE DESIGN HONOR Magic V2 RSR users can download and install the update from the Settings menu. Based on Android 14, MagicOS 8.0 brings an AI-powered intent-based user interface (IUI) with features like Magic Portal. It also brings a wide breadth of user interface, performance, privacy and battery efficiency improvements to the flagship smartphones, empowering users with better productivity and offering greater convenience using on-device ..read more

Mercedes-Benz South Africa (MBSA) and the Gift of the Givers Foundation have joined forces to restore and enhance Gqala Primary School in Tsholomnqa, Eastern Cape. The school, home to over 150 learners, faced displacement and educational disruptions following the aftermath of gale-force winds in 2023. The collaboration, valued at R2.5 million saw the reconstruction and refurbishment of the school premises, alongside the provision of essential learning materials and uniforms for the students. “We are honoured to have been a part of this project and see it come to life beyond a concept. For Mer ..read more

Five men, who were robbed of their money after they responded to a Facebook advert for the sale of maize meal, are in hot water for allegedly abducting one of the suspects who stole from them. Narrating the turn of events, police spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel Amanda Funani said information received shows that five men responded to an advert they saw on Facebook about the sale of maize meal in Klerksdorp. On Tuesday, (7 May 2024,) the buyers, who are Zimbabwean nationals, drove from Pretoria to Klersdorp intent on buying the maize meal. “On arrival in Klerksdorp, they were taken to Extension ..read more