How can Africa shape its own future in the era of digital transformation? This is the question that drives Sentech Africa Tech Week, a four-day event that showcases the innovation happening on the continent and the opportunities available in the fourth industrial revolution (4IR). From 2-5 May 2023, Cape Town will host more than 300 leaders from various...
Day: <span>17 April 2023</span>
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Prof Mamokgethi Phakeng joins national orders advisory council
Former UCT vice-chancellor, Professor Mamokgethi Phakeng, and Orlando Pirates boss Irvin Khoza are among the 11-member national orders advisory council appointed by President Cyril Ramaphosa. Springbok captain Siya Kolisi will be one of the recipients of the national orders next week. On Sunday, the Presidency announced the new members who will advise and assist Ramaphosa...
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Apple is committed to invest more India says Apple Inc boss Tim Cook
Apple Inc plans to open a new store in India sometime this week, the move is part of the company’s plan to invest more in the country and its people. Apple boss Tim Cook will be visiting India to open a new retail store in Mumbai, India. Cook will be joined by the country’s Prime...
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OPINION | I’m gonna say I hate “motivational speakers” writes Mbali Mavundla
For a lack of a better expression I’m gonna say I hate “motivational speakers”, ok I can’t stand them, that’s better. Every time they come on on my YouTube I can’t wait to be saved by a Chicken Licken AD. But I’ve come to be more understanding lately you know. Motivational speakers exist for the...
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Mergers and Acquisition: Sega Sammy Holdings to buy Angry Birds maker Rovio for $776 million deal
Japan’s Sega Sammy Holdings Inc said on Monday it planned to acquire Finland’s Rovio Entertainment Oyj for 706 million euros ($776 million) to bolster its mobile gaming business, sending Rovio shares soaring. Sega Sammy will offer 9.25 euros for each share of the company behind the mobile game Angry Birds, a 19% premium over Friday’s closing price,...