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Get ready for a wild ride! Disney+ has unveiled the trailer and key art for Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Road Trip, an all-new family comedy packed with adventure, laughs, and unexpected detours. Set to premiere exclusively on Disney+ on 28 March 2025, this fresh take on the beloved Alexander series promises a road trip filled with mishaps, mayhem, and plenty of heart.  “Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Road Trip” follows 11-year-old Alexander and his family as they embark on a dream Spring Break vacation to Mexico City only to have all…

McDonald’s South Africa is advancing sustainability efforts through localised supply chains, climate-conscious initiatives, and digital transformation, according to the company’s leadership. These actions align with global trends toward sustainable business practices while supporting both environmental and economic goals. Daniel Padiachy, Chief Marketing and Supply Chain Officer of McDonald’s South Africa, highlighted the company’s ongoing commitment to sustainability: “A key focus for us has been transforming our Supply Chain through enterprise development and focusing on Quality Assurance through improved efficiency, accountability, and resilience. In addition, the focus on increased local transformative sourcing through businesses like beef production, cheese manufacturing, sauces production,…

Huawei Cloud has expanded its presence in Africa with the addition of four new availability zones, three in Egypt and one in Nigeria. This expansion brings the total number of Huawei Cloud data centers in Africa to six. The move strategically addresses latency issues and ensures data sovereignty for customers, meeting the growing demand for secure, high-performance cloud computing services in Africa. Africa Analysis forecasts the African cloud computing market to grow from R35 billion in 2023 to over R113 billion by 2028. Huawei Cloud is meeting this demand for secure, high-performance services. The expansion of its cloud infrastructure underscores…

Apple has unveiled a more advanced and pricier iteration of its most budget-friendly iPhone, aiming to broaden the appeal of its suite of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. The company hopes these innovations will rejuvenate demand for its most profitable product line. The iPhone 16e, introduced Wednesday, marks the fourth generation of a model designed to be significantly more affordable than Apple’s standard and premium iPhone offerings. Previous versions of this budget-friendly line were branded as the iPhone SE, with the last model released in 2022. Similar to the higher-priced iPhone 16 lineup launched last September, the iPhone 16e features an…

Aleph Group, a global enabler of digital advertising, fintech services and education technology, proudly marks its 20th anniversary with the launch of a bold company manifesto and video campaign, celebrating two decades of innovation, growth, and its mission to make the digital world more accessible for everyone. From its humble beginnings in Miami in 2005 to becoming a global leader in the digital advertising ecosystem, Aleph has consistently challenged the status quo, breaking down barriers and creating opportunities in over 150+ markets worldwide, with 60+ exclusive partnerships, serving more than 26,000 advertisers globally and 1500+ employees worldwide. “In 2024, Aleph…

The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE), in collaboration with the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), and GFA Consulting Group, has unveiled two key environmental planning tools in Pretoria. These include the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Guideline for green hydrogen projects and the South African Green Hydrogen Potential Atlas, an interactive geospatial tool mapping the country’s most suitable regions for green hydrogen development. CSIR experts in environmental impact assessment played a pivotal role in creating these tools, which aim to ensure the responsible planning and sustainable growth of South…

The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) has announced the appointment of Lungile Binza as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective 01 March 2025. Binza has been serving as the Acting COO since February 2024, demonstrating exceptional leadership and a deep commitment to the SABC’s mission. Prior to this acting role, he was the Group Executive: Technology, where he led significant advancements in the organization’s digital transformation initiatives. A software engineer by profession, Binza holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science and Mathematical Statistics. He has furthered his education with a Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration (PDBA) from…

Strive Masiyiwa’s Cassava Technologies (Cassava), a global technology powerhouse of African heritage, has announced key leadership appointments as it enters a new phase of accelerated growth and competitiveness. Following the successful conclusion of its equity round and the strategic reorganisation of its business into a fully integrated digital solutions platform, Cassava is reinforcing its executive team. The newly appointed leaders bring extensive expertise to bolster the company’s offerings in Broadband Connectivity, Co-location (data centres), Cloud, Cyber Security, Compute (AI), and Payment services across more than 30 markets spanning Africa, the Middle East, India, and Latin America. Established in 2021, Cassava…

The City of Cape Town’s premier accelerator programme for start-up entrepreneurs, #YouthStartCT, is back for its ninth year! This dynamic initiative is designed to drive skills development, spark innovation, and create job opportunities in the Mother City. Applications close March 16, 2025 – entrepreneurs with existing businesses or groundbreaking ideas are encouraged to apply now! This year’s competition will support entrepreneurs in Agriculture & Farming, Information Technology, Finance & Business Services, Tourism, and Manufacturing—offering coaching, mentoring, and seed funding for top performers. ‘#YouthStartCT has helped hundreds of young business owners turn their ideas into reality. Thriving businesses create jobs, boost…

McDonald’s South Africa has announced a leadership change as Greg Solomon steps down as CEO after nearly three decades with the company, including 15 years at the helm. Leadership changes are natural for any organisation and while Greg has built a strong foundation that has been established, now is the time to welcome new leadership. “Greg has guided the company through both its most successful milestones and its greatest challenges,”said Daniel Padiachy, Chief Marketing Officer. McDonald’s South Africa. “Over the past 15 years as CEO, he has spearheaded the addition of 230 new restaurants resulting in a total portfolio of…