F5.5G Leap-forward Development of Broadband in Africa The Africa Broadband Forum 2024 (BBAF 2024) was successfully held in Cape Town, South Africa recently, under…
Lockdown: Google report shows big uptick in movement in SA
The latest Google Community Mobility report has shown a significant uptick in movement in South Africa following the introduction of level 3 lockdown regulations….
New online food ordering platform Mr Yum launches in SA
A new platform will add to options for South Africans when it comes to ordering food for pickup or delivery. Mr Yum, an Australian…
Read before retweeting: Twitter to add new prompt to retweets
To curb the spread of fake news and misleading headlines, Twitter is planning to add a new feature that will prompt you to read…
Lockdown app helps simplify regulations for South Africans
When it comes to South Africa’s coronavirus lockdown regulations and levels, a common frustration from residents is uncertainty and confusion around just what will…
QR code payments roll out to more billing services
Mastercard and Netcash have partnered together to launch QR code payments for bills from various services including small businesses, schools, and non-profits — allowing…
Kaspersky finds worrying trends for South Africans’ passwords
When it comes to password security and knowing how to check if your details have been leaked, Kaspersky has found some worrying trends for…
Facebook to start labelling state-controlled media
Facebook will begin labelling media outlets on its platform that are partly or wholly controlled by state governments. The move is the latest in…
WhatsApp: 5 things to do before forwarding a message
While forwarding messages on WhatsApp is a useful way to share information, it’s also a major ingredient in the spread of fake news and…
MTN delays launch of 5G network to end of June
MTN has confirmed plans to launch a 5G network in South Africa in June. However, the company noted that the launch needed to be…
Snapchat removes Trump’s account from Discover tab
Snapchat is the latest platform to take issue with US President Donald Trump’s social media content, with the company announcing it is removing the president’s…
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