The smartphone has become the centre of our universe as we progress farther into the digital age. Battery life and charging safety are two factors that often get overlooked yet are crucial to our experience with these gadgets. This advice is meant to further emphasise the significance of users only charging their smartphones through...
As an entrepreneur, I’ve had the opportunity to explore various sectors, including the vibrant world of luxury home decor in South Africa. The country is a goldmine of unique and luxurious decor items that reflect our diverse cultures, innovative design, and unparalleled craftsmanship. Here are some of the top stores where you can find...
South Africa’s new, controversial transformation legislation will have far-reaching effects on businesses and workers, and President Cyril Ramaphosa has just signed the Employment Equity Amendment Bill of 2020 into law. The new legislation vest extensive authority in the minister of Jobs and labour to establish sector-specific employment equity targets. In addition to creating employment...
One of the highest unemployment rates in the world is in South Africa. It is reported that the unemployment rate is as high as 60% in economically disadvantaged and socially marginalized areas. Several economists and sociologists have recommended entrepreneurship as a potential, though the not straightforward, solution to the job crisis. A person needs...
In light of the current economic stagnation, poor governance, and falling living standards of workers, members of The Congress of South African Trade Unions (Cosatu) and members of various affiliated unions are preparing to march through the centre of Johannesburg. This would cause havoc in the heart of the metropolis. Daily commuters are advised...
The country of South Africa said goodbye to a brilliant mind, an outstanding visionary, and a source of motivation for many students, coworkers, and collaborators on May 16, 2023. Professor emeritus Barry Dwolatzky, sometimes known as the “Grand Geek,” passed away in Johannesburg, South Africa, on April 1, 2018. His contributions to software engineering...
Isabel dos Santos, the renowned Angolan businesswoman and eldest daughter of former President José Eduardo dos Santos, has carved out a unique path in the international business arena. Through a strategic blend of keen foresight and enterprising spirit, she has extended her influence beyond African shores to Europe, particularly Portugal, leaving an indelible mark...
GreenWish Partners, a renewable energy company committed to promoting sustainable economic growth in Africa, has been a game-changer for Senegal’s energy sector. They recently unveiled a groundbreaking project, the Santhiou Mékhé solar plant, marking an important milestone in the history of West Africa’s renewable energy journey. Setting the Sun on Fossil Fuels GreenWish’s Senergy...
Ludwick Marishane is one of the most representative figures of South Africa’s innovative and entrepreneurial spirit. Ludwick, also known as the business scientist, invented DryBath®, a revolutionary water-saving solution, and is the driving force behind Headboy Industries, a disruptive product development and commercialization firm. His impressive foray into business ownership can serve as a...