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In its commitment to digitalising critical enterprise sectors, Vodacom Business is working with local governments to provide technology solutions to help make South African cities smarter. Announcing the partnership, which forms part of a five-year Transversal Contract with the National Treasury, Vodacom Business showcased the significant role digital solutions can play in  enabling municipalities to deliver services efficiently  and build an inclusive future. “We have a proven track record in partnering with the public sector to deliver transformative digital solutions. We aim to use our experience and expertise in understanding government needs to achieve their smart city goals. This includes digitalising utilities management, healthcare, education and security, which streamline operations, enhance efficiencies and improve the lives of citizens,” says Videsha Proothveerajh, Director of Vodacom Business. Digital solutions can help municipalities manage the  consumption a...

Tarsus On Demand (TOD), a leading provider of cloud solutions, has become an Amazon Web Services (AWS) distributor and will work with AWS to provide enhanced cloud services and support for Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) and Managed Service Providers (MSPs) across sub-Saharan Africa.   Becoming an AWS distributor will enable TOD to combine its strengths with those of AWS, enabling TOD customers to benefit from comprehensive multi-cloud strategies and advanced technical support, driving business growth and innovation. Chantelle Trollip, Tarsus On Demand’s AWS Program Manager, said, “Becoming an AWS distribution partner marks a significant milestone in our commitment to providing comprehensive cloud solutions. This collaboration allows us to support our partners’ multi-cloud strategies and continue to drive innovation in the cloud space.”   TOD’s focus on demand generation, migrations and technical enablement of partners will help them to enhance the customer journey and del...

By Mandy Duncan, Country Manager for HPE Aruba Networking South Africa The recent drafting of South Africa’s national policy framework for artificial intelligence (AI) by the Department of Communications and Digital Technologies is a significant milestone for the nation. As the department describes it, this framework is the “first step” in crafting a comprehensive national AI policy. Importantly, as AI introduces new surfaces for potential attacks, it also presents a timely opportunity for the newly elected coalition government to reassess and fortify South Africa’s broader cyber security policies and measures. Huge potential exists in South Africa’s rapidly developing cyber landscape, which is unlocking new ways of working while creating jobs to grow every sector of the local economy. However, this also means the risks associated with an increasingly digital economy need to be addressed with practical actions. It’s been almost ten years since the local government in South Africa publi...

  Live your best life - take a vacay from your smartphone in true Malibu style with the HMD Barbie ™ Phone from Human Mobile Devices Human Mobile Devices has teamed up with Mattel, Inc. to launch the HMD Barbie™ Phone; a cute, pint-sized feature flip phone designed for less browsing and more fun this summer The adorable phone features a retro design with calls, texts and no social media - perfect for taking a smartphone break ·         The flip phone brings back the joy of simpler, sweeter days. Call your besties, set up a catch-up date, and text them the meeting spot   It comes with digital wellbeing tips, calming sounds and alarms as well as self-care reminders The keypad, in the iconic Barbie pink, has hidden designs featuring palm trees, hearts, and flamingos that light up in the dark A “Hi Barbie” voice welcomes you as you turn on the phone, and you’ll see a missed call notification from Ken This device brings back replac...