Author: Staff Writer
Construction has commenced on the redevelopment of Parkdene Boulevard, a retail centre in the burgeoning suburb of Parkdene in Boksburg, Ekurhuleni. It is set to open in October 2024. The 32,000sqm centre is being upgraded by Abland Property Developers and Retail Africa, which are both known for their innovative development approach, and is a collaboration with partners Nedbank CIB and the Ellerine Group. With a striking new design and a refreshed retail offering, Parkdene Boulevard will be a landmark centre in this part of the East Rand. The centre has long served Parkdene and the surrounding suburbs, being well located…
On April 9, 2024, Veronica Motloutsi, in partnership with the University of Johannesburg and SmartDigital Solutions, proudly launched the groundbreaking book, “Africa Lead with Digital: Unlocking the Continent’s Leapfrogging Potential.” The book, “Africa Lead with Digital,” delves into the continent’s rich tapestry of natural resources and vibrant cultures, highlighting the pivotal role of digital technology in propelling Africa towards development and growth. Through insightful analysis and practical guidance, the book explores how digital innovation can unlock unprecedented opportunities, drive inclusive economic growth, and position Africa as a global leader in the digital age. Attendees at the event included esteemed business…
In a bold move to accelerate Africa’s entrepreneurial trajectory and empower a new generation of agile startups with 21st-century digital capabilities, ALX an award winning tech training and career acceleration provider, announces the rollout of ALX Ventures in South Africa (SA). Already launched in two other African markets, Lagos and Rwanda, the first cohort in SA starts this month, with over 1300 applications. ALX Ventures programmes support top young SA tech talent and early-stage startups, to launch, accelerate and fund promising disruptive ventures that tackle the world’s greatest challenges and opportunities through business. Available to young Africans between the ages…
Today WeBuyCars has listed on the Main Board of the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE). Established in 2001, WeBuyCars provides a quick, easy and trusted solution to selling pre-owned vehicles – remedying a once difficult and lengthy process. As of today, WeBuyCars has 2,800 employees across South Africa, buys and sells vehicles from 15 supermarkets, has 74 buying pods and over 340 buyers nationwide. “It has been an amazing journey that culminated in a listing on the JSE. We are excited about the road ahead as the listing opens up many opportunities such as enhancing our brand, creating liquidity for shareholders…
The landscape of work has transformed dramatically since the global COVID-19 pandemic, with remote work becoming increasingly prevalent across most industries. However, along with the benefits of remote work come significant cybersecurity challenges. Here’s how you and your business can address these issues and safeguard your sensitive data. Trevor Cooke, the online privacy expert at EarthWeb, discusses how to keep yourself safe from the growing cybersecurity risks associated with remote working. Trevor’s Four Essential Remote Cybersecurity Strategies Secure Your Network With Location-Aware VPNs Instead of relying solely on traditional VPNs, consider implementing location-aware VPNs that dynamically adjust security protocols based…
As South Africa continues its digital transformation journey, Ehlanzeni TVET College is emerging as a pivotal player in shaping the future by equipping youth in Mpumalanga with essential Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) skills. To empower the next generation for future employment, the College has partnered with 4IR skills development institution Forge Academy & Labs and the Media, Information and Communication Technologies Sector Education and Training Authority (MICT Seta). Under the visionary leadership of Principal Elias Mbuyane, Ehlanzeni TVET College has become a beacon of hope, offering cutting-edge 4IR education in the Ehlanzeni region. The College’s partnership with Forge has sparked…
MiWay Blink today introduced the newest member of its team. The new team member won’t be arriving at MiWay Blink HQ in a shiny new car and a fresh outfit but on the phone screens of its customers. That’s because it’s not a person, but a WhatsApp Chatbot. “Our WhatsApp bot, Blinky looks to connect with users who may prefer chatting to a bot to get a quote for their car insurance, further extending our position as the brand that lets you have your car insurance in your pocket,” says Keletso Mpisane, Head of MiWay Blink. The digitally-based motor insurer…
The City of Johannesburg warns thousands of defaulting residential property owners and businesses that, it intends to soon blacklist them to recoup more than R40 billion in municipal debt. The City has a growing municipal debt of more than R52 billion, which it intends to curb with its aggressive credit control campaigns. The City also intends to invoke its Credit Control and Debt Collection Policy by reporting defaulting payers to appropriate Credit Bureaus. Tebogo Moraka, Group Chief Financial Officer, says the City has set up a Specialised Revenue Collection Team which will specifically target these defaulting payers across the City,…
In an age where your personal information is readily accessible with a few clicks, it’s crucial to recognize the importance of erasing unnecessary data about yourself from the internet. All too often, we overlook the significance of minimizing our digital footprint, and in doing so we expose ourselves to potential privacy and security risks. Trevor Cooke, the online privacy expert at EarthWeb, shows you how you can easily reduce the amount of information about you that’s available on the web. Why Minimize Your Digital Footprint? Your digital footprint is the trail of data you leave behind while using online platforms,…
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