Author: Gugu Lourie
With less than a week to go before the start of MyWorld of Tomorrow, Business Connexion (BCX) is pleased to announce that a host of sponsors and exhibitors will be present at the second annual technology and lifestyle expo. By Staff Writer Taking place from 22 – 24 October at the Sandton Convention Centre, MyWorld of Tomorrow is an African-led movement inspired by technological innovation and bringing thought leaders, communities and experiences together under one roof, creating discussion and solutions for the Internet of Things (IoT) and its meaning for Africa. Far more than just a conference and exhibition,…
The argument for the use of police body cameras is gaining momentum in South Africa, amid growing demand for greater police accountability, especially in the wake of the Marikana massacre. By Gráinne Perkins The cameras are typically worn on the chests of police officers. Their use is becoming common globally. The chairperson of parliament’s portfolio committee on policing, Francois Beukman, recently asked for serious discussions on introducing body cameras in the South African Police Service. The police say they are discussing the use of technology, including body cameras, to improve communications and for the safety of officers. South Africa has…
The first Vodacom store to start selling the device will be Vodacom World in Midrand, which is set to open at 6 am today (Friday 16 October 2015). Breakfast snacks and coffee will be on offer for eager customers. Â By Staff Writer Vodacom packages include: iPhone 6s 16GB Available on a range of contracts including the Vodacom Smart S for R549 per month for 24 months. This deal includes an extra 1GB of data for the first three months. Customers can trade in their iPhone 6Â 128GB for an iPhone 6s 16GB and pay only R299 on a Vodacom Smart…
At a glittering event attended by the A-list celebrities in the entertainment world, MTN launched and unveiled the pricing of its iPhone 6S and iPhone 6S Plus. By Staff Writer MTN’s head office store in Johannesburg, and its flagship shops in Cape Town and Durban were doing brisk trade way past midnight catering to customers who wished to be among the first to acquire this iconic handset. “MTN is excited to once more provide its customers with the opportunity to own the most advanced iPhone ever made. We have made a substantial investment of R12 billion into our network to…
Mozido Africa, a subsidiary of Mozido, Inc., a global digital commerce and payments solution provider, has selected Johannesburg as its African headquarters. By Gugu Lourie The Africa head office  of Mozido will be based in Fourways, Johannessburg. Mozido’s mobile payments solution already benefits millions around the globe by addressing key financial payment challenges. Mozido is committed to the growing movement of innovative mobile payments technology to help future generations live well both in Africa and across the globe. The firm said the opening of an office in Johannesburg represents a key milestone in its expansion and its commitment to the…
Adrian Ephraim, Independent Online (IOL) managing editor informed readers in a letter on the group’s website on Thursday that IOL will be closing comments on its online articles with immediate effect. By Staff Writer The move by IOL follows  a similar strategy by News24 last month. “The freedom of expression guaranteed by our Constitution was never meant to override the personal freedoms and human rights of our fellow citizens,” says Ephraim. He added that let me be clear that commenting on an article is not a right, but a courtesy afforded to you by IOL as a reader. “If you are prone to being…
Cell C today announced it will offer iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus, the most advanced iPhones ever, beginning on 16 October. iPhone 6s 16GB will be available starting at R449 per month for 24 months on the Epic 150 plan. By Staff Writer iPhone 6s Plus 16GB will be available starting at R499 per month for 24 months on the Epic 150 plan. iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus and iPhone 5s will also be available. iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus bring a powerful new dimension to iPhone’s revolutionary Multi-Touch interface with 3D Touch, which senses force to enable…
Telkom on Thursday announced it will offer iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus, the most advanced iPhones ever, from 16 October 2015. An iPhone 6s 16GB will be available starting at R559 per month for 24 months on SmartPlan 50. By Staff Writer iPhone 6s Plus 16GB will be available starting at R659 per month for 24 months on the same plan. iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus and iPhone 5s will also be available. For additional pricing details, please visit http://www.telkom.co.za/today/iphone6/pre-register/ iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus bring a powerful new dimension to iPhone’s revolutionary Multi-Touch interface with 3D Touch,…
Turrito Networks, a division of JSE-listed investment group MICROmega, has snapped up a majority stake in IT support specialist company Dial a Nerd for an undisclosed amount. By Staff Writer The full Dial a Nerd staff complement of 65 employees will be retained as part of the acquisition and will take Turrito Networks to just over 100 employees, nationwide. “We wanted to be the first service provider to encompass every aspect of IT for the SME (small medium enterprises) customer – from managed desktop and LAN solutions through to high-speed connectivity and converged communications. This acquisition makes that all…
Openserve, Telkom’s new wholesale division, is going to launch pilot projects to provide entrepreneurs with an ISP (Internet Service Provider) in a box to on sell connectivity to the end user as part of its ambitious strategy to create community-based ISPs. By Gugu Lourie Telkom on Tuesday announced the much-awaited establishment of Openserve, which is aimed at increasing broadband access in the country through open access on its network and increase competitiveness of smaller players. Explaining the concept of Openserve and what it means to the small medium enterprises (SMEs) market, MD Alphonzo Samuels said the ultimate aim is to…