Satellite tech to track unregistered rooftop solar

Even professionally fitted, well-maintained, and technically sound private solar installations may soon be disconnected or heavily fined by municipalities or utility provider Eskom if the correct paperwork is not in order, warns a solar expert. “Eskom and government...

Outdated tech could cost you in safety

South Africa is in the process of transitioning away from 2G and 3G cellular networks, with a full switch-off targeted for the end of December 2027. While the aim is to free up spectrum for faster and more efficient 4G and 5G services, there are unintended...

Fedhasa welcomes SA’s online visa system

The Federated Hospitality Association of South Africa (Fedhasa) has welcomed the recent announcement by the Department of Home Affairs that South Africa’s first online instant visa system, incorporating advanced “selfie-based” biometric technology, will go live this...

SA payments on the brink of a new era

In just a few years, South Africa’s payments landscape has undergone a profound transformation. Driven by rapid technological advancement, evolving consumer behaviour, regulatory momentum, and the digital acceleration sparked by the pandemic, payments are no longer...

Truecaller launches chat feature

Truecaller has launched its instant messaging (IM) platform Truecaller Chat. Truecaller, with the help from its community, has launched the new chat service as a shield against viral messages sent on its instant messaging platform. Users will be able to mark website...

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Cell C extends ShoutOut promo

Cell C has extended its ShoutOut social bundle promotion until the end of January 2019. "Customers have really seen the value in our ShoutOut bundles. With the holiday season coming up, we have decided to extend the promotion to ensure that customers are kept...

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BitCo debuts FTTH service

Less than a week ago, business connectivity solutions provider BitCo announced its debut in the fibre to the home (FTTH) market. The company says home customers can now expect an FTTH offering with competitive prices, coupled with 24/7 support. BitCo sales director...

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BitCo debuts FTTH service

Less than a week ago, business connectivity solutions provider BitCo announced its debut in the fibre to the home (FTTH) market. The company says home customers can now expect an FTTH offering with competitive prices, coupled with 24/7 support. BitCo sales director...

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Free service day for LG

LG Electronics (LG) South Africa has announced its annual Free Service Day 2018 for all South Africans on 12 and 13 October 2018, between 09:00 and 16:00 daily. "The one of a kind industry event has previously attracted many interested and current consumers, industry...

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