Author: Thurgood Mashiane
South Africa is second only to Kenya when it comes to crypto adoption in Africa. A study by the United Nations found that 7.1% of South Africans or 4.2 million people hold crypto currencies against 8.5% of Kenyans. Still, according to a Merchant survey, crypto uptake in South Africa is considerably lower than it would be if the banks offered a crypto service. Almost half of those questioned during the survey said that they would invest in cryptos if they could get them from the banks. Still the best crypto in South Africa is available on line. Bitcoin is the…
Sports like cricket, football, athletics, and basketball are popular in South Africa, especially in Nigeria. Nigerians have proven that they can produce some of the best athletes in numerous sports events. There are the likes of Hakeem Olajuwon, Peter Odemwingie, Teslim “Thunder” Balogun, and Dick Tiger. With the popularity of sports in the country also comes the passionate fans who enjoy sports betting. Some simply enjoy this gambling activity and would place bets on numerous sports events. Today, thanks to the internet, Nigerians can easily place their bets online or on sites listed on bettingsites24.ng. In 2020, it was estimated…
Forex trading is a popular way to make money, but can it make you rich? The answer to that question depends on your goals and how much work you are willing to put in. If you want to become a full-time trader and make a lot of money, then the answer is probably no. However, if you are willing to learn about what is forex trading and how it works. Making a decent amount of money is possible if you put in the time and effort. We’ll go through the fundamentals of Forex trading and what it takes to be…
Thanks to innovative fintech companies like Philip Belamant’s Zilch, the payments and buy-now-pay-later (BNPL) arena is quickly changing — and for the better. While many business models of traditional BNPL 1.0 companies, like Klarna and Afterpay, put consumers in difficult positions when they, unfortunately, fall behind on payments, where they must fork out for high interest and late payment fees, Zilch has innovated the BNPL and payments industry, providing a breath of fresh air and a safer space by partnering directly with customers. Providing them a virtual Mastercard, they can spend at over 37 million merchants worldwide. Further, Zilch has…
Technology is permeating every industry, and motorsport is no exception. The stalwarts of the World Rally Championship and Formula 1 are constantly developing new technologies. The love, enthusiasm, and exposure to motorsport will continue to increase as the sport connects more with modern technology.For instance, the Race At Road America, which is part of the NASCAR Cup Series, showcases some of the technological innovations in motorsport. Top Tech Trends Here are some of the top tech trends currently transforming the car racing industry: All-wheel drive The Audi rally team introduced the all-wheel-drive (AWD) into the motorsport universe. This technology rapidly…
If you intend to purchase and sell stocks in South Africa, you must first locate a trustworthy stock app. The purpose of these apps is to facilitate and simplify the procedure of buying and selling stocks. It will also guarantee that you may escape a losing position regardless of your location. But, with the huge spectrum of trading apps, how would you select the most appropriate? This list looks at the top stock applications in South Africa. In addition to analysing the top companies of 2022, we also provide some helpful recommendations on what to check for when selecting a…
Cryptocurrency has created a surge in the global economy, thus extending its branching reach to the gambling industry. However, most gambling companies try to tread more carefully than others due to the volatilities of these currencies. Regardless, there has been a marginally high increase in the number of online casinos that have adopted crypto payment methods in recent years. This development benefits both industries as cryptocurrencies gain more popularity and the gambling industry and expanded payment method section. There are a lot of excellent gambling platforms out there, and a typical example is a 22Bet platform that punters can access…
It’s no secret that gambling can cause you to lose money, especially when done online. Not only are there many scams and fraudulent activities taking place on the internet, but there’s also the possibility of you losing money. That is why you must only play at secure sites like Betway SA, for example. But also, you must know how to manage your budget properly. Here are the essential tips that will help you do just that. How to set a budget for online casino games It is very important to set a budget when playing casino games online. This will…
The second quarter of 2022 will go down in cryptocurrency history as all the major alt-coins lost about 36 percent of their value total value. That fall, along with other recent developments in the world economy, has been of intense interest to bitcoin (BTC) and cryptocurrency traders everywhere. In fact, there are several recent developments in addition to those two that are spurring people from all walks of life to take a second look at investing in crypto, particularly in bitcoin. Whether you’re planning on amassing some of the world’s most popular alt-coin (BTC) for long-term investment purposes or just…
World Bank data shows that South Africa is the most unequal nation on the planet. Communism was formally ended in South Africa about 25 years ago, but the country’s present inequality is largely the outcome of this terrible chapter in its history, and growing poverty is still disproportionately affecting its black population in formerly disadvantaged regions. Youth unemployment in South Africa has reached a record high of over one-third in the first three months of 2018, despite the country’s historically low unemployment rate among its white population. Technological advancements have the potential to help level the economic playing field in…