UP technology improves public healthcare

At least 42-million South Africans rely on an under-resourced public health care sector. Inadequate access to health care perpetuate the inequalities that exist, and the nation faces four epidemics namely, infectious diseases – especially HIV/AIDs and TB,...

StrongPity lures encryption users to infection

A stealthy threat actor known as StrongPity has spent the European summer luring users of encryption software to its watering holes and infected installers, according to a paper presented at Virus Bulletin by Kaspersky Lab security researcher, Kurt Baumgartner. Users...

Namibia is open for business

Namibia is actively improving its business environment, including easing multiple-entry visa requirements for South African business, to encourage more cross-border trade and investment. Namibian President Hage Geingob told South African businesses delegates in...

New leader in building and energy solutions

With a vision to create a safe, comfortable and sustainable world, a newly formed Johnson Controls begins operations today following the successful completion of its merger with Tyco. By uniting Johnson Controls, the number one provider of building efficiency...
Top prize for KZN learner

Top prize for KZN learner

S’nenhlanhla Dlamini from Ongoye Secondary School took home the top prize at the 2016 Eskom Expo for Young Scientists International Science Fair (ISF). The Grade 12 learner wins a full scholarship to study in Germany sponsored by Siemens. Her project is entitled...

21 renewable energy projects get DBSA funding

The Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) has financed 21 renewable energy projects since the launch of the Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (REIPP). This follows the announcement of South Africa’s Gas to Power Project...