Apple will hold its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) from June 10 to June 14, it said on Tuesday, amid reports that the iPhone-maker was in talks for AI partnership and could unveil significant changes to the iOS. The event, which will be available online, will highlight updates to the software powering iPhones, iPads and other Apple...
Month: <span>March 2024</span>
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Smart Home Forecast: What’s in store for 2024?
In 2024, homes will become even more high-tech in terms of the efficiency, functionality, and personalised living experiences they provide Nowadays, the phrase ‘home is where the tech is’ defines modern living, as South Africans increasingly adopt smart home innovations. These advancements are continuing to adapt and evolve in their capabilities which not only improve...
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Purpose-driven banking: How meaningful financial inclusion can unlock sustainable growth
Tough economic conditions may well force financial institutions into a type of survival mode where the priority and focus is on retaining and growing market share, which is crucial, of course, but purpose-driven banking is not only possible in difficult times, it should form the core of a financial institution’s values and purpose. There is...
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OPINION | Get a grip on self-doubt “The inner you has wings, let it fly!”
I was thinking this morning how easy it can be to slip into self–doubt when things aren’t going so well. The dragons in the brain go towards worst case scenario and love to disasterise everything. Everyone struggles with this at times and even the rich and famous have their moments. Just last week I was chatting with a young doctor who, to everyone around her, is talented, hardworking, intelligent, charming, resilient and successful in every...
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Tiger and McIlroy’s TGL golf competition will tee off 7th Jan 2025 at a high tech venue
TMRW Sports, the tech-focused sports venture backed by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy, has confirmed the postponed inaugural season of its TGL golf competition will tee off on 7th January 2025 at a revamped purpose-built facility in Florida. TGL had been due to start in January of this year, featuring six teams of four players in...
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Ecobank Group appoints strategic top-level executives to strengthen the leadership team
Ecobank, the pan-African financial services group, announces the appointment of key senior executives to strengthen the Group’s leadership team and to drive delivery of its new Growth, Transformation and Returns (GTR) strategy. Abena Osei-Poku joins as Regional Executive Anglophone West Africa and Managing Director Ecobank Ghana; Martin Miruka as Group Executive for Transformation, Enablement and...
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The Foschini Group (TFG) to bring UK’s JD Sports to Mzansi
TFG (The Foschini Group) has signed a franchise agreement with JD Sports Fashion to be its exclusive retail partner in South Africa. The JD Sports is a sports fashion retailer of branded sports and casual wear, combining globally recognised brands such as Nike, adidas, Puma and The North Face, with strong private labels, such as...
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UJ conferred an Honorary Doctorate to the son of the soil and African marketer Dr. Thebe Ikalafeng
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) has conferred marketing and branding expert and founder of Brand Leadership Dr. Thebe Ikalafeng with an Honorary Doctoral degree in Philosophy. Ikalafeng comes a long way with his work in marketing and brand story telling, he also worked with blue-chip companies such as Nike, Tsogo Sun, Colgate Palmolive, UNISA, Transnet...
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Conza’s Biscuits named winner of the 2024 702 Small Business Awards with MTN
Confectionery startup, Conza’s Biscuits named winner of the 2024 702 Small Business Awards With MTN at the highly anticipated award ceremony held at Primedia Place, Sandton. The awards also celebrated two outstanding runners-up that includes Sonwaro and Mo’s Crib for their exceptional innovation and entrepreneurial flair. Mzo Jojwana, Primedia Broadcasting’s head of content said, “At...
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Visa unveils Mo Salah, Egypt and Liverpool star as a new brand ambassador
Visa has unveiled a new partnership with Liverpool superstar Mohamed Salah to be a Visa brand ambassador for the United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Kuwait, Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa. The renowned Egyptian football legend will be featured in all marketing and promotional campaigns of the world leader in digital payments. Speaking about his new relationship...