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Topco Media, a leading events and media company, proudly hosted the Future of HR Awards 2023 on 23 November at the prestigious Maslow Hotel in Sandton, Johannesburg with over 150 attendees. In this opening address, Ralf Fletcher, CEO of Topco Media emphasised the transformative role of HR in shaping the future of work. He stated, “It’s the people’s practices that allowed organisations to attract and retain the talent that achieved these results.” Reflecting on the conference, Fletcher highlighted the global competition for highly skilled talent and the need to showcase and celebrate African talent in the face of evolving challenges.…

JSE-listed Pepkor reports a 7.7% increase in annual revenue, reaching R87.4 billion for the full year ending September 30, 2023. The group’s operations demonstrated exceptional working capital management, resulting in a 15.9% rise to R13 billion in cash generation compared to the previous year. Pepkor, the owner of household brands such as Pep, Ackermans, Tekkie Town, Buco, and Incredible, maintained a store base of 5,917 at year-end. despite ongoing national challenges affecting the operating environment and consumer livelihoods, the group successfully secured market share gains in key product categories. Key market share gains in highly competitive retail segment While the…

The existence of Dark Matter is a long-standing puzzle in our universe. Dark Matter makes up about a quarter of our universe, yet it does not interact significantly with ordinary matter. The existence of Dark Matter has been confirmed by a series of astrophysical and cosmological observations, including in the stunning recent pictures from James Webb Space Telescope. However, up to date, no experimental observation of dark matter has been reported. The existence of Dark Matter has been a question that high energy and astrophysicists around the world has been investigating for decades. “This is the reason we do research…

Dell Technologies announced the winners of the South Africa Partner Awards 2023 at the recent Dell Technologies Forum held at the Kyalami Convention Centre.  The Awards recognise partners for growing their business within the Dell Technologies Partner Programme and unlocking new possibilities for their customers with transformational technology solutions.  Congratulations to all the winners of the Dell Technologies South Africa Partner Awards 2023:  ·        Partner of the Year: First Technology ·        Excellence in New Business Development: Ubuntu Technologies ·        Excellence in Expansion: Ubuntu Technologies ·        Excellence in Storage Sales: Nexio ·        Excellence in Server Sales: Dimension Data ·        Excellence in Client Solutions Sales: First Technology ·        Breakthrough Award: VIC IT Consulting ·        Excellence in Engagement: Ubuntu Technologies…

Next Travel Connect, an innovative South African firm, is poised to revolutionise the way global travelers maintain connectivity across more than 90% of popular tourist destinations. Introducing its cutting-edge global connectivity mobile network tailored for the contemporary traveler, Next Travel Connect not only provides competitive rates on unlimited data and voice plans worldwide but also distinguishes itself through comprehensive travel connectivity solutions. “Our mission at Next Travel Connect is to connect the world in a way that’s never been done before,” said Deepak Logan, Founder and CEO of Next Travel Connect. “We understand the pain points of international travellers –…

Volvo Car South Africa has announced that a special armoured version of the XC90 flagship SUV has joined its local line-up, offering select clients the option of ordering discreet ballistic protection directly from the Swedish luxury manufacturer. The armoured XC90 – which forms part of Volvo’s broader global product offering – provides certified 360° ballistic protection according to the NIJ-IIIA standard, without compromising on either comfort or performance. The ballistic certification test is carried out on the complete vehicle, based on the stringent NIJ-IIIA standard in combination with the VPAM BRV 2009 standard (B4). The armoured XC90 is thus rated to…

The Shoprite Group’s crime fighting efforts have resulted in a year-on-year decline in armed robberies and burglaries, and its successful prosecution of criminals has ensured sentences totalling 1 384 years and three months – including 24 life sentences – in the past three years.   In addition, suspects still awaiting trial – where the Group successfully opposed bail – have to date been in custody for the equivalent of 395 years and 8 months. “Our top priority remains creating a safer environment for our customers and our employees,” explains Oswald Meiring, Head of Group Security and Loss Prevention. “Securing arrests and…

In an effort to mitigate the impact of load shedding and bolster network resilience, MTN South Africa has spearheaded a comprehensive modernisation project across a number of provinces. This initiative aligns with the company’s commitment to providing innovative solutions that alleviate the challenges posed by load shedding while fostering increased access to the advantages of a connected world.  As part of a broader modernisation strategy and significant investments to fortify network resilience against the disruptions caused by load shedding and criminal activities targeting power stations, MTN has achieved noteworthy milestones in multiple provinces. In KwaZulu-Natal, MTN has already modernised 245…

Pick n Pay Smart Shopper has introduced ‘Smart Hopper’ – an exciting game in its relaunched app which customers can play daily to win vouchers, helping them save even more. The gameplay involves customers navigating through several levels, reminiscent of classic arcade games, as they hop between virtual shelves to collect products. The game gets progressively more challenging, and the rewards increase as customers unlock new levels. The enticing rewards include 5X Smart Shopper points on select products or categories, bonus points for fuel purchases at BP, and exclusive cash-off vouchers. The game can be played daily so regular players can…

MTN Group and NEC XON, a subsidiary of NEC Corporation, announced the successful implementation of Africa’s inaugural 400G optical transponder solution, Phoenix. This groundbreaking endeavor marks a significant step for the telecommunications sector in Africa, holding the promise of transforming the landscape of optical network construction and operation, thereby revolutionizing internet delivery throughout the continent. The introduction of the Phoenix solution represents a notable advancement in the telecom industry, with the potential to reshape networking and connectivity not only within Africa but also on a global scale. MTN’s proactive adoption of this cutting-edge technology serves as a commendable example for…