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OPINION | SA should tap into tourism to boost economy

Tourism’s tentacles run wide, reaching industries from manufacturing to transport. One such sector, arts and culture, has helped tourism establish a foothold in the economy. It is time that both arts and culture and tourism, reinvent themselves to attract a new kind of tourist – one that is young, with a fair amount of money […]

What exactly is AI, and how does it work?

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has rapidly evolved from a futuristic concept to an integral part of our daily lives. From virtual assistants like Siri and Alexa to advanced machine learning algorithms that drive autonomous vehicles, AI is transforming industries and reshaping how we interact with technology. But what exactly is AI, and how does it work? […]

OPPO Showcases Breakthrough Generative AI at Google I/O Connect China 2024

Following the Google Cloud Next ’24, global leading smart device brand OPPO made an appearance at the Google I/O Connect China. Kai Tang, President of OPPO’s Software Engineering, shared insights on how generative AI technology is driving innovation in the smartphone industry and presented OPPO’s AI phone strategy, showcasing various high-productivity AI features integrated with […]

Thuthukani, Thungela’s ESD Programme, Honours Local Entrepreneurs At Graduation Ceremony

Thuthukani, Thungela’s enterprise supplier development (ESD) programme hosted a graduation ceremony in honour of sixty-one (61) local entrepreneurs from communities surrounding its operations, who completed the programme. This is the second cohort of entrepreneurs to complete the programme since its inception in 2022. The training programme is provided by business development support partner, Raizcorp, a […]

OPPO South Africa unveils Reno12 Series: Your first AI phone with advanced GenAI

On the 19th of June OPPO announced the launch of the Reno12 Series, introducing advanced AI capabilities designed to enhance productivity and creativity for South Africans. This new series marks a significant milestone in OPPO’s commitment to making AI Phones accessible to everyone. The Reno12 Pro boasts a sleek, Futuristic Fluid Design with a High-Strength Alloy Framework, […]

Thungela and Absa join forces to empower SMMEs through R200m co-funding agreement

Thuthukani, Thungela’s Enterprise and Supplier Development (ESD) programme, has announced the signing of a co-funding agreement with Absa. Absa said it would reserve R200 million, reviewable annually, for Thuthukani beneficiaries using their new or existing contracts with Thungela as collateral. Thuthukani derives its name from the Zulu word meaning “uplift”. The programme focuses on cultivating […]

93-year-old first battery repositions and appoints shane petersen as director of sales and marketing

First Battery, a long-standing name synonymous with automotive batteries excellence, has announced the appointment of Shane Petersen as the company’s Director of Sales and Marketing. With an illustrious 93-year history deeply rooted in automotive batteries, First Battery has been a trusted provider of powering vehicles across South Africa’s varied terrain. Petersen brings to First Battery a wealth of experience from his extensive […]