Author: Staff Writer
Global technology brand HONOR has announced the upcoming launch of the eagerly awaited HONOR X9c, the latest addition to its acclaimed X Series line-up. Introducing the next generation of the durable and powerful HONOR X Series, the HONOR X9c arrives with exciting enhancements to user experience, blending exceptional durability with comprehensive protection, long-lasting battery life and AI photography capabilities, and advanced AI experience – all encased in a sleek and stunning design. To highlight the device’s durability, HONOR will put the HONOR X9c through a series of tests during the brand’s upcoming launch event. This elevated experience aims to offer users a unique opportunity…
Fintech service providers have a significant role to play in driving the financial inclusion national agenda. However, technology alone cannot address South Africa’s financial inclusion challenges – to create an enabling environment for financial sector innovation, stakeholders also require collaboration. According to Johan Gellatly, MD of Altron FinTech, a leading fintech that is helping to reshape the sector to enable financial inclusion with affordable merchant and consumer cost friendly accessible financial transacting solutions. Gellatly says financial inclusion is a key focus of the Altron strategy. “South Africa’s informal, largely cash-based, economy is estimated to be worth anything from R250 billion…
African Bank and Visa have renewed their strategic partnership for another seven years, reinforcing their commitment to innovation, security, and financial inclusion across South Africa and beyond. This renewal marks a significant milestone in their long-standing relationship, highlighting their shared goal of delivering enhanced banking experiences to customers. Through this collaboration, African Bank will continue to integrate Visa’s advanced payment technologies, ensuring secure, seamless, and efficient digital banking solutions. Visa’s expertise will support African Bank’s rebranding efforts, strengthen its market presence, and amplify its customer-focused approach. “As a bank living its purpose of advancing lives, we are excited by the…
Interest rates have been reduced, petrol prices saw multiple declines in 2024, and South Africa has achieved more than 300 consecutive days without loadshedding. These factors are contributing to a sense of optimism as 2025 begins. According to the Ipsos 2025 Predictions Survey, 84% of South Africans believe this year will be better than the last. Early indicators suggest 2025 is shaping up to be a turning point for South Africa’s economy and automotive industry. Economists speaking to Bloomberg forecast a growth rate of 1.7% for 2025, a notable improvement compared to the country’s average growth of under 1% over the past decade.…
Last year, Volvo Car South Africa revealed impressive sales figures for its electric vehicle (EV) lineup. The remarkable EX30 crossover led the charge and is converting many long-time combustion engine enthusiasts to the world of electrification. Compact, efficient, and sustainable, the EX30 is ideally suited for today’s demands and owes part of its success to a little-known electric Volvo that came decades earlier. While the XC40 Recharge marked the brand’s first electric production car, Volvo has been investing in electrification for much longer. In 1976, it debuted the Elbil concept car. In the ’70s, Volvo began experimenting with electric drivetrains,…
McDonald’s South Africa has been certified as a Top Employer for 2025 by the prestigious Top Employers Institute, highlighting the company’s exceptional HR practices and its commitment to employee development and well-being. The certification follows an independent and comprehensive evaluation of McDonald’s South Africa’s human resources policies, assessed across critical areas such as leadership, employee engagement, talent acquisition, and organizational culture. The process included an extensive review of six key HR pillars: Steer, Shape, Attract, Develop, Engage, and Unite. McDonald’s South Africa successfully completed the rigorous HR Best Practice Survey, Validation, and Audit process, meeting global benchmarks and earning the…
Eskom has reached 296 consecutive days without implementing loadshedding since 26 March last year. On Monday 20 January at midnight, Eskom will reach 300 days of loadshedding suspension for the South African economy, a milestone not seen since June 2018. This performance has also resulted in year-to-date diesel savings of R16.42 billion (on a year-on-year basis), which is about 62.9% less than the R26.09 billion spent during the same period last year, as a result of the continued execution of the Generation Operational Recovery plan. Operational Highlights: Koeberg Unit 2: Eskom’s Koeberg Nuclear Power Station has seen Unit 2 sending 930MW…
In 2024 breakthroughs in technology like AI, redefined industries and how we work. As these technologies advanced sustainability also became a core focus as the need to develop greener, more efficient solutions became clearer. These advancements laid the groundwork for a new era and 2025 promises to build on this momentum, ushering in trends that will further revolutionise industries, enhance personalisation, and simplify complexity across the board. In the new year, the technology landscape will likely be defined by a blend of regulation, innovation, resilience, and a drive for inclusivity and sustainability, addressing both the opportunities and challenges of the…
In an exciting announcement, Lesaka is thrilled to extend the deadline for submitting innovative proposals for its BEE, CSI, Enterprise, or Supplier Development initiatives to 31 January 2025. This is your golden opportunity to access a share of R10 million in funding that could breathe new life into your business or community project. “As Lesaka embarks on its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) journey, we are committed to raising awareness and supporting initiatives that align with these principles. Many of you may already be engaging in activities that fall under the ESG umbrella, even if you use different terminology. We…
Small businesses are key contributors to the South African economy – driving innovation as well as job creation. These organisations are fertile ground for skills development initiatives to take root, giving career-advancing opportunities to a diverse range of workers. Huawei works hand in hand with over 50 South African Small, Medium and Micro Enterprises (SMME) suppliers and is a committed partner that empowers these organisations by providing access to everything from materials to training opportunities. Last year Huawei’s Supplier Development programme delivered over R13 million in support to selected partners. Thozama Matlhapa, Senior BEE Manager at Huawei South Africa says,…