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Transport – on roads, rails, air, water – is vital to our economy. Transport moves people to work, children to school and goods to market, driving commerce and trade, and enhancing quality of life. In October, we celebrate Transport Month in South Africa, recognizing the role of transport in our economy and the people and businesses that help make it safe, reliable, affordable and sustainable. Castrol products like VECTON and CRB TURBOMAX with DURASHIELD, with their focus on safeguarding and protecting the longevity of high-performance assets, have made a sizable contribution – but we could not have done it without the dedication of our distributors. In 2024, Castrol marks 125 years as a global brand. Kwa-Zulu Natal (KZN) distributor,  Southern Natal Lubricants , has worked with us for over 30 of those years. Wozani Berg Gasoline, through its distribution business  Estrimanzi  has been a Castrol lubricants distributor for a decade. Their service commitment to their custom...

Telkom continues to redefine gaming in South Africa, with the highly anticipated fourth season of VS Gaming Weekly, which is set to premiere on 1 st November 2024, at 14:00   on SABC1. The free-to-air magazine show returns with new hosts and a focus on making esports accessible to everyone —from casual players to aspiring professionals. Through VS Gaming Weekly, Telkom’s mission is clear – to break down barriers in gaming and offer a platform that gives viewers an all-access pass to the vibrant world of esports by showcasing player journeys, gaming culture, the latest in gaming news and trends, and the ever-growing esports ecosystem. This season, Telkom is thrilled to welcome back George “Okay Wasabi” Mnguni, beloved for his comedic flair, and Sibu Mpanza, a retro gaming enthusiast. Joining them are fan favourites, Julia Robson, Daniel Jenneker, and Canton Parker, each bringing their unique energy and insights to the show. Together, they will guide viewers through exciting seg...

  From humble beginnings with just two aircraft in 2014 to becoming South Africa’s leading low-cost carrier, FlySafair is proud to mark a decade of operational excellence, innovative growth and commitment to making air travel more affordable and accessible to customers. As a subsidiary of Safair, a company with a legacy of air logistics dating back to 1965, FlySafair’s launch was to address a demand for reliable yet budget-friendly air travel for South Africans. Since its inaugural take-off from Cape Town to Johannesburg on 16 October 2014 , the airline has flown over 41.6 million passengers on more than 260 000 flights, making an indelible mark on South Africa’s travel industry. FlySafair now operates a fleet of 36 Boeing 737s and serves 14 destinations both within South Africa and international routes, including Harare and recently Windhoek. “When FlySafair was launched 10 years ago, we aimed to disrupt the South African market by bringing down the cost of flying while o...

By President Ntuli, Managing Director, HPE South Africa  I was excited to learn from a recent BCG survey how many South Africans are open to exploring the benefits of AI, with almost a third of those who are aware of the technology already using it. It’s encouraging to know that across the country, there’s significant curiosity and enthusiasm for AI. And with the government taking key steps in the right direction and inviting feedback from industry experts on its new National AI Policy Framework, we have a great opportunity to help shape the country’s AI development. The challenge, for stakeholders across industries, is to come together to make AI easier to use and quicker to adopt. This way, we can fast-track a shift in our transformation trajectory, altering our course from where we are now to where AI is moving in the future. For AI innovation in South Africa to be meaningful, it must drive considerable economic growth. With analysts predicting that the technology could expand A...

Samsung is thrilled to announce the launch of the Galaxy A06, the latest addition to the A Series range, designed for those who seek reliability and performance without breaking the bank. With a blend of cutting-edge features and budget-friendly pricing, the Galaxy A06 is set to enhance the mobile experience for users across South Africa. Join the next generation of awesome with the Galaxy A06. With its awesome display from the expansive 6.7” screen,  this new device provides an immersive experience with optimal wide viewing and rich, vibrant sound. Experience a smartphone that combines innovation, reliability, and affordability, making it the perfect choice for anyone in search of a dependable mobile companion. Available with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage—the Galaxy A06 provides ample space for all your apps, photos, and videos. Need more? Expand your storage effortlessly with a microSD card of up to 1TB. Imagine never having to worry about deleting precious memories to ...

  With the much anticipated Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 and Z Flip6 now in stores, it's reasonable for shoppers to expect an enhanced level of care tailored to the unique needs of foldable devices.   The Standard Samsung Care+ plan offers essential protection for your Samsung Galaxy device, including one claim within a year, coverage for both the inner and outer screen in case of damage, eligibility for battery replacement upon claim (subject to inspection), and repairs conducted by Samsung-authorized technicians using genuine Samsung parts.   Save R1000: Pay only R999 for 1 year screen protection To provide customers with unparalleled peace of mind, Samsung is offering a significant discount on its Samsung Care+ plan for a limited time. From July 10-to-31 October 2024, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 and Z Flip6 owners can purchase a 12-month Standard Samsung Care+ plan for just R999, representing a substantial R1000 saving on the regular R1999 price. This offer is only vali...

  Vodacom Business takes the risk and unpredictability out of cloud migration.   Organisations of all sectors and sizes want to improve productivity and competitiveness through their digital systems. Yet, as newer technologies increasingly leverage modern services, many businesses struggle to migrate partially or completely to the cloud. No cloud migration is the same, depending heavily on the company's specific technologies, processes, and digital plans.   Every business needs a reliable migration partner who knows what it is doing – and has the recognition to prove its abilities. Vodacom Business, an Amazon Web Services (AWS) Migration Competency partner, brings that experience and competency to the table.   To make migrations more predictable and seamless, AWS has created the AWS Migration Competency. Partners that achieve this competency have the validated expertise to develop and implement successful migrations to AWS systems.   Vodacom Business is already ...

Building on its heritage and reputation as a market leader in print innovation, today, Canon launches the imageFORCE C7165, a multifunction printer which is powered by Canon’s newly developed imageFORCE technology platform.  Designed to meet the ever-evolving expectations of organisations in today’s modern workspace, imageFORCE harnesses innovations such as Machine Learning Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support new levels of security, reliability, and quality for businesses. Yenayena Ngidi, Product Manager for Workspace said: “In today’s rapidly changing business world, organisations must embrace the latest technologies to boost growth, perform better and improve the working experience of their employees. With major advancements disrupting ways of working – including cloud computing, and AI – organisations are looking to embrace innovation to drive new levels of productivity. As a result of these trends, and in line with the continual evolution of our portfolio to meet business n...

This week marked the end of the first round of the 2024 Nedbank Pitch & Polish competition, revealing which of the original 16 contestants will move through to the 2nd round – taking them 1 step closer to the 1st prize worth an impressive R1 million. While the journey of 8 talented contestants has come to an end, they leave the competition armed with improved business skills and valuable insights gained through the immersive learning experience and one-on-one mentorship provided by Raizcorp. As in previous years, the top 8 finalists represent a diverse range of businesses – from a resource- and money-saving utility management platform to a chain of specialist dreadlock salons and a range of innovative at-home health testing kits. Curious to hear their thoughts on the competition so far? Find out what the top 8 had to say! Keenan George Smart-View Technology, Western Cape At a time when everyone is looking for ways to cut costs and conserve resources, Keenan George has found a way t...