Tech changes the game for the property sector
Data from residential property platform Leadhome suggests that their agents sell four times more properties than the industry average by simply making it easier for agents to do their jobs. The differentiator is technology, according to John Murray, Leadhome's chief...
Is gold still a safe bet?
Following the gold price's good performance in 2020 and recent drop, Fred Razak, chief trading strategist from CMTrading, discusses the outlook for what has always been seen as the "safe bet" for investors. "After the low in mid-March last year of $1469, during the...
As debt rises, new payment solutions sought
South African consumers are under immense pressure amid record unemployment rates and rising cost of living as the cost of coronavirus pandemic to the economy becomes clearer. The country's unemployment crisis was already a major cause for concern prior to the onset...
Tips on how to bid better
There is no getting away from the fact that auctions are among the most exciting forms of commerce. The thrill of bidding - and winning - goods people have set their hearts on cannot be beaten. Physical, or in-person auctions, also bring a carnival-like atmosphere to...
Satellite Internet a potential solution for SA tourism
With tourism opening up again, satellite Internet technology could present South Africa's remote, power and income-challenged tourist businesses a vital new platform to remain visible, operational - and ultimately solvent - as they get back on their feet after the...
Covid-19 to reshape building design as we know it
The Covid-19 pandemic has generated renewed focus on health and wellness when it comes to where and how we work and live. Consequently, says Databuild CEO Morag Evans, architects and builders are having to rethink how buildings are designed and constructed. "Besides...
Cathay Pacific considers digital travel passes
Cathay Pacific supports the introduction of digital health platforms that securely validate compliance with the health-related entry requirements set by different governments, including negative Covid-19 tests and vaccination, enabling travellers to go overseas with...
Facebook debuts Instagram Lite
Facebook has announced the launch of Instagram Lite to sub-Saharan Africa, a lightweight version of the Instagram app for Android that uses less data and works well across all network conditions. The new version of Instagram Lite for Android is less than 2MB in size,...
Car-tracking keeps learners safe on school trips
Car tracking and fleet intelligence company Netstar, a subsidiary of Altron, will provide telematics units worth more than R200 000 for scholar transport vehicles in eThekwini, as part of the Safe to School Safe to Home school transport project with Road Safety...
Getting greener and cleaner with Dell Technologies and Pinnacle ICT
Reduce, re-use, and recycle are no longer buzz words – what are you doing with your e-waste? For over two decades Dell Technologies have been committed to raising awareness around the responsible disposal and repurposing of e-waste. Dell believes that all citizens...
Ideas Cartel, Future Females partner on Women’s Day competition
In celebration of Women's Month and International Women's Day, Future Females has partnered with the Ideas Cartel to offer one winner the opportunity to stay at the Old Foundry Hotel for one month, an exclusive business lunch with Future Females co-founders Lauren...
What does economic uptick mean for IT spending?
After more than a year of lockdowns, decreased market demand, and economic downturn, lockdown restrictions have moved to level one in South Africa and the vaccine rollout is underway. By Steve Briggs, chief commercial officer at Seacom The tragic loss of lives and...