Copy-paste not the way to VOD, OTT success in Africa

The African market is significantly different from North American and European markets, so over the top (OTT) and video on demand (VOD) services for the continent cannot simply copy and paste models that have worked in the US and European markets. This is according to...

Facebook connecting local communities

The world is coming to grips with the scale of the COVID-19 crisis and we are all embracing the need for an extended period of social distancing. By Nunu Ntshingila, regional director of Facebook Africa People everywhere, including here in South Africa, are turning to...

Leadhome urges sellers to remain positive and listed

Real estate company Leadhome says that prospective sellers are encouraged to keep their properties listed despite the current economy and the potential impact of Covid-19. CEO Marcél du Toit says that there are several benefits to the homeowner retaining their...

It’s a good time to borrow

Looking to buy a home? The good news is that thanks to increased competition and lower interest rates, it’s a borrower’s market. By Tim Akinnusi, co-founder and CEO of MortgageMarket South Africa is currently in what is termed a “buyers’...

Back to school in the mobile age

Keeping children safe from predators means parents must now ensure their protection extends to the digital realm. “A parent’s physical protection is no longer adequate in our connected age where the digital and real worlds collide,” says Ilonka Badenhorst, GM of SA’s...

What to expect from next-generation native messaging

While Short Message Service (SMS) remains the most popular chat app in some parts of the world, including Africa, it is fast evolving into a technology that businesses can rely on to meet the changing expectations of today’s connected consumer. By Douglas van...