Satellite-to-device: Exciting advances, but still years from everyday use

The words ‘satellite phone’ used to bring to mind the image of a mountain climber, a scientist in an Arctic research station, or a sailor using a brick-sized handset to communicate from the edges of the world where there are no mobile or fixed-line networks. But...

Gaming helps to change how youngsters think about alcohol

When more than 5-million young South Africans logged into Roblox and found a world built around their choices, not their vices, something remarkable happened. Alcohol harm-reduction became a story they wanted to take part in. That’s the power of AWARE.org’s “Makers of...

New data challenges lender assumptions about young consumers

South Africa’s younger credit-eligible consumers present significant growth opportunities for lenders if they can overcome persistent market assumptions that currently shape risk appetite and acquisition strategies. These assumptions include that younger consumers do...

Online security must top your shopping list this Black Friday

According to data from just three banks, South Africans spent a staggering R30-billion on Black Friday in 2024. And now, with 2025’s sales fast approaching, millions will again click for bargains. But fraudsters know that Black Friday isn’t just about discounted...

Black extends free data promo

black is extending its free data promotion to stream content until the end of June. The free data can be accessed on any of Cell C's prepaid or contract plans and can be used to browse, watch or download content on black. "We launched the free data promotion for black...

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