Cell C expands digital learning access with two new labs
The labs are equipped with laptops, connectivity and digital learning tools, to improve digital access in underserved communities.
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Disney+ Debuts First Look Images From “The Testaments”
Recently, Disney+ revealed first look images from the upcoming drama series “The Testaments,” featuring Ann Dowd, Chase Infiniti, Lucy Halliday, Rowan Blanchard, Mattea Conforti, Isolde Ardies, Shechinah Mpumlwana, and Birva Pandya. ”The Testaments” will premiere April 2026 on Hulu in the U.S. and Disney+ internationally. “The Testaments” is based on Margaret Atwood’s Booker...
SITA, Film and Publication Board get new MD, CEO
New leadership appointments at the State IT Agency and Film and Publication Board see Magatho Mello and Nketheleni Norman Gidi take on the top jobs.
Promise of stability at Sita as agency gets full-time MD
Sita will look to Magatho Mello to stabilise the organisation as it executes its turnaround strategy.
Samsung adds 24/7 emergency tool to more Galaxy devices
The smartphone manufacturer expands its device-embedded emergency support tool, Samsung SOS+, to a wider range of Galaxy devices.
Siyanda AI tool guides North Americans planning SA trips
South African Tourism introduces an artificial intelligence travel chatbot to help North American visitors plan their trips to SA.
Demand for high-speed internet fuels SA’s fixed broadband surge
The expansion of fixed broadband networks will lead to fixed communication services revenue growing at a CARG of 4.1% by 2030, says GlobalData.
VIDEO: Jorge Mendes: It’s not Cell C’s ‘divine right to succeed’
Cell C is determined it will not make the same mistakes as Virgin Mobile and Red Bull Mobile did, says CEO Jorge Mendes.
Does the Job of C.E.O. or Private Investor Come First? Intel’s Chief Is Juggling That Question.
Lip-Bu Tan, who was appointed chief executive of Intel in March, is also a longtime venture capitalist. His dual roles have caused some consternation.
Meta’s New A.I. Superstars Are Chafing Against the Rest of the Company
An us-versus-them mentality has emerged between Meta’s top artificial intelligence team and longtime lieutenants to Mark Zuckerberg.
Rewiring productivity: the AI PC shift South African leaders are betting on
Dell and First Technology Western Cape empower South African organisations with AI PCs built for future productivity.
Phishing report highlights rise of AI and legitimate platform hijacking
There has been a 14% increase in attack volumes in the past year, with a significant jump in the sophistication of attacks, says Jack Chapman, KnowBe4 SVP of threat intelligence.
Compliance Connect launches a not-for-profit digital ecosystem to reimagine compliance in South Africa
Compliance Connect has been established in response to a rapidly-evolving risk and regulatory landscape.
Elon Musk’s SpaceX ‘preparing for 2026 flotation of more than $1tn’
Reports say space exploration company has begun talks to raise more than $25bn for IPO
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Elon Musk’s space exploration company SpaceX is preparing to list on the stock market next year in a move that could raise more than $25bn (£19bn) and value the business at more than $1tn, according to reports.
SpaceX, which designs, builds and launches rockets, is said to have...
Eskom unveils four-subsidiary structure for future South African grid
Eskom has launched Eskom Green and advanced its unbundling plan, paving the way for a more competitive electricity market.
Amazon, Microsoft pledge mega AI investments in India
India, which is an emerging AI and cloud infrastructure hub, has witnessed a surge of global tech investment recently.
South Africa may not make the cut in new Agoa deal
The US trade representative has hinted the country may treat South Africa differently than other African countries.
Synthetic chemicals in food system creating health burden of $2.2tn a year, report finds
Scientists issue urgent warning about chemicals, found to cause cancer and infertility as well as harming environment
Scientists have issued an urgent warning that some of the synthetic chemicals that help underpin the current food system are driving increased rates of cancer, neurodevelopmental conditions and infertility, while degrading the foundations of global agriculture.
The health burden...
Australia fires starting gun on global social media reform
Australia on Wednesday became the world’s first country to ban social media for children under 16.
Kids locked out of social media apps after Australia’s world-first ban
The new law requires tech platforms to ensure that Australians aged under 16 don’t hold accounts.
Chip Company Plotted to Send Technology to China, Ex-C.E.O. Says
The former chief executive of Nexperia, a Dutch chipmaker, said Dutch officials had known for years that the company’s Chinese owner sought to move its technology to China.