Technology

Vox launched its 5G service in South Africa on May 6, 2024. The service offers high-speed connectivity and exceptional performance, connecting up to 10,000 users and offering speeds at least 10 times faster than 4G. Vox’s extensive network of 5G towers aims to enhance consumer and business service delivery. Chris Boshoff, Senior Product Manager at […]

In a surprise mid-July announcement, Apple added a new color option to its popular HomePod tiny smart speaker. The new ‘Midnight’ hue replaces the previous space gray variant and joins the existing palette of bright colors, which includes yellow, orange, blue, and white. It has a seamless, acoustically transparent mesh exterior and a backlit touch […]

Vacation travel season is on its way, and while everyone is relaxing and taking a break, hackers don’t rest. The Hong Kong Computer Emergency Response Team (HKCERT) has prepared the following travel tips to help you protect your online security while enjoying your travels: Don’t use public Wi-Fi: Public Wi-Fi networks may be convenient, but […]

Business leaders are increasingly impatient to deploy artificial intelligence (AI) in their operations, with many having high expectations for what the technology can deliver. Tech leaders are willing to spend to reap what they hope will be game-changing business improvements and streamlined operations, with a 61% rise in planned spending on AI in 2024, according […]

At the recent SAPICS Conference in Cape Town, Africa’s premier event for the supply chain profession, a panel of experts discussed the potential of drones to optimize supply chains across various commodities and enhance healthcare accessibility. Panelists at SAPICS 2024 elaborated on how drone technology continues to evolve, revolutionizing the delivery of life-saving medicines and […]

Just hours before his untimely death, the life of 16-year-old Murray Dowey from Scotland seemed ordinary, a night of family bonding over television and plans for an upcoming holiday with friends. Little did his parents know that the following morning would shatter their world, as Dowey became another casualty of the sextortion epidemic sweeping across […]

Here are the top ten Tech Universities in Africa in year 2024: 1. University of KwaZulu-Natal Located in South Africa, the University of KwaZulu-Natal combines rigorous academics with a vibrant research environment. Its School of Engineering is particularly renowned for cutting-edge research and strong industry ties, providing a robust foundation in both theoretical and practical aspects of […]

Prepaid medical aid is akin to adding airtime to a cell phone, allowing clients to access a predetermined range of health services. These vouchers can be redeemed at pharmacies, optometrists, dentists, or physicians. While similar to paying for healthcare with cash, prepaid medical aid offers services at a discounted fee. Online doctor appointments facilitated by […]

BroadReach Group and BAO Systems- a US-based health IT organization, have signed a collaboration agreement that will expand how patients can benefit from ethical healthcare using artificial intelligence (AI) across continents. Chris LeGrand, CEO of BroadReach Group, said: “In the evolving landscape of global health, digital innovation emerges as a beacon of hope, pushing the […]

Exclusive Networks Africa, a cybersecurity specialist, has announced a new partnership with Akamai Technologies, a cloud company that powers and protects life online, to expand its presence across Africa. Stefan van de Giessen, Security & GSI Lead Africa at Exclusive Networks Africa, stated, “After six months of collaboration on this deal, Akamai decided to broaden […]