Author: Staff Writer
Under Armour might have been the sportswear underdog due to its narrow focus on training compression tops and shorts, but the tides have certainly changed. With their recent launch of UNSTOPPABLE gear (born on the pitch and made for the streets) the brand is hoping to gain market share ahead of some big streetwear players in the market. Unstoppable allows the brand to show up in a fierce new category, firmly positioning their product offering to a Gen Z target market. “We embrace the underdog mentality” says Under Armour. “Understandably, there is a pre-conceived notion that with our niche offering,…
Standard Chartered, in partnership with WomHub, announced the launch of the second Women in Tech (WiT) Incubator Programme in South Africa. Building on the success of the inaugural 2023 programme, this initiative aims to empower more women entrepreneurs through education, mentorship, and investment opportunities. Originally launched in the Americas in 2014 by Standard Chartered, the WiT Incubator Programme has significantly expanded over the past decade, uplifting female entrepreneurs across Africa and supporting women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Manufacturing). The programme’s core mission is to advance gender equality and foster innovation through mentorship, education, networking, funding, and community support.…
“Huawei is excited to celebrate Women’s Month by offering this rewarding opportunity for women to use newly gained tech skills as a springboard for their participation in the digital economy,” said Vanashree Govender, Huawei South Africa’s senior Media and Communications Manager. Speaking to a crowd of business and government leaders, as well as media professionals, Govender kicked off Huawei’s first in person Women in Tech Digital Skills Training Programme for 2024. Women in tech “will not only bridge the gap in the digital landscape but promote gender equity and give women a competitive edge in their industries and the broader…
As technology skills become more democratised, and the ICT sector sees greater gender transformation, a new breed of tech engineer is emerging: a skilled, highly intelligent woman determined to use technology for the good of humanity. As the UN Women agency states, “Innovation and technology provide unprecedented opportunities to break trends and reach those who are the most likely to be left behind”. Telkom executive for research and innovation Dr Maletsabisa (Tsabi) Molapo has made it her life’s work to put human needs at the centre of technology development. She has done it in the field of natural language processing (NLP),…
July was a positive month for the automotive sector in South Africa, with new car passenger sales increasing by 6.8% year on year. It was also an upbeat month for the used sector – while sales were down -1.2% year on year, they increased by a substantial 14% month on month. According to AutoTrader, 31,707 used cars were sold in July 2024 – a marginal decline of 383 over the 32,090 vehicles sold in July 2023. According to naamsa | The Automotive Business Council, 29,934 new passenger cars were sold during July 2024 – an increase of 1,894 cars compared…
Taboola, a global leader in powering recommendations for the open web, today announced an expansion of its operations to serve advertisers and publishers in Africa. Partnering with Aleph Holdings, Taboola’s advanced AI-powered technologies and consumer reach will now be accessible to advertisers and publishers in countries including South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, Egypt and Ghana. Advertisers in Africa can now leverage Taboola’s immense reach to find quality consumers at scale, using Taboola’s advanced AI-powered offerings. Aleph is giving these advertisers exclusive access to work with Taboola in Africa, allowing them to tap into exclusive, brand-safe environments on trusted editorial destinations and grow…
Standard Bank today introduced Reach, a digital platform set to transform syndicated loan management. The banking group said Reach offers unmatched simplicity, transparency, and convenience for managing syndicated loans. Developed by Standard Bank Investment Banking, Reach automates numerous tasks, enhances communication, and provides step-by-step guidance throughout the syndicated loan process. This cloud-based platform delivers a comprehensive 360-degree view of loan information, including portfolio summaries, loan types, commitments, drawdown history, facility details, interest rates, and more. “With Reach, we are setting a new standard in the syndicated loan market,” said Kelly-Ann Myles, Head of Agency at Standard Bank. “Our platform’s ability…
Huawei welcomed instructors from some of South Africa’s top tertiary institutions, leaders from the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET), as well as its own executives to the company’s Johannesburg campus for the Huawei ICT Academy Instructors’ Summit 2024. The Summit is hosted annually to bring together instructors to share their experiences, knowledge, and successes as they navigate a rapidly developing industry, which is being reshaped by modern technologies. Will Meng, CEO of Huawei South Africa delivered the welcoming address for the day, and highlighted the significant role ICT instructors play as the company continues to invest in initiatives…
The SABC has secured the rights to broadcast 33 live matches from the 2024/2025 English Premier League (EPL) season, bringing top-tier soccer action to South African screens. The public broadcaster announced this major acquisition on Friday, confirming that fans will be able to watch the matches for free. Through this partnership, the SABC will air one live Premier League match every Saturday at 15:00. The 2024/2025 Premier League season kicks off today, and the SABC will begin its coverage on 17 August 2024 with the Arsenal vs. Wolverhampton Wanderers match. A total of 33 live matches will be broadcast across…
Tech-savvy women entrepreneurs are invited to apply for Huawei’s Women in Tech, Digital Skills Training Programme. The 2024 edition of this annual event offers women free training in the rapidly developing fields of Cloud Computing, 5G, AI as well as Leadership Development. The programme not only seeks to upskill attendees but encourages them to build networks that will advance their careers in the ICT sector. “This year we are taking Women in Tech to new heights by partnering with the prestigious Henley Business School Africa to develop a dynamic leadership programme,” says Vanashree Govender, Media Relations and Communications Manager at…