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WhatsApp: Why you’re seeing a green circle around chat profile pictures

Social messaging giant WhatApp has made another upgrade to add a feature that makes users content creators. Most WhatsApp users relish the status update…

First Xiaomi store to launch in South Africa

Sponsored by Xiaomi The official countdown has begun to the highly-anticipated launch of the inaugural Xiaomi experience store in South Africa. Located at Shop…

Here’s Eskom’s’ load-shedding schedule for this week

Lights are expected to go out in several parts of the country on Monday from 4PM until midnight. This is part of Eskom’s necessitated…

Make money with TikTok’s Profile kit feature with LinkTree

Video surfing platform TikTok has introduced a TikTok Profile kit which will allow users to integrate their TikTok accounts to display their content on…

Eskom shifts to Stage 1: here’s why it’s not over

Power utility Eskom is expected to deescalate from stage 2 load shedding to stage 1 at 4 pm this afternoon. Eskom will limit the…

Trump’s Truth Social app now on Google Play Store

Former US President Donald Trump’s alternative to Twitter, Truth Social has finally found a way past some Google Play hurdles. The app previously failed…

Load shedding back at 4pm | here’s how many hours power will be gone for

Power utility Eskom has confirmed it will implement load shedding from 4pm on Monday afternoon. In an attempt to replenish emergency generation reserves during…

How to see the top Netflix series and films in South Africa (and around the world)

In a bid to make its viewing metrics more transparent, Netflix has launched a new website that lets users see the top 10 movies…

Eskom announces Stage 2 loadshedding for rest of the week

Eskom has announced that Stage 2 loadshedding will take place from 2pm on Wednesday, 17 November. The power cuts will continue until 5am on…

Checkers LiquorShop launches online with rare stock that costs up to R70k

The Shoprite Group has announced the launch of LiquorShop Online, bringing its Checkers bottle store franchise to the web. The website offers home delivery,…

COVID-19 booster shots study starts in SA: What to know about it

The Department of Health has updated the public on the process that will be used for booster shots of the COVID-19 vaccine. Currently, booster…

Xtra Savings deals now on Checkers Sixty60 app

Checkers has announced that its Xtra Savings rewards programme and deals are now available on the Checkers Sixty60 app. This is the latest feature…

How to keep track of the COVID-19 vaccine stats in South Africa

As South Africa’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout continues to reach more people, the question is no longer about who can get vaccinated, but how many…

Apps and tools to help you keep track of your loadshedding schedule and stages

Loadshedding has been a reality for South Africans for over a decade. As such, it has become easier to track and stay up-to-date with…

[Updated] Eskom escalates loadshedding to Stage 4

Update: A few hours after announcing Stage 2, Eskom announced that Stage 4 loadshedding would be implemented from 2pm. Stage 4 will take place…

Telkom adds MTN as roaming partner; customers gain access to network

Telkom has announced it has added MTN as a roaming partner, giving its customers access to the other carrier’s network. The partnership took effect…

Eskom announces Stage 2 loadshedding, warns of power constraints

Eskom has announced it will implement Stage 2 loadshedding on 2 November, the day after the 2021 local government elections. Loadshedding will commence at…

How to keep track of the 2021 local election results

The IEC has begun to publish the 2021 local government election results after South Africans went to the polls on 1 November. According to…

Airlink to trial COVID-19 Travel Pass app with passengers

Airlink has announced it will trial the IATA Travel Pass, a smartphone app for travellers that provides information on their COVID-19 status. The airline…

COVID-19 vaccine recipients over 60 can claim a R100 voucher: Here’s how

The Department of Health has announced elderly citizens that receive their first COVID-19 vaccine in November can receive a R100 voucher. The Vooma Vouchers…

What to know about Facebook’s new name Meta

Facebook has announced it has changed its company’s name to Meta to reflect its focus on building the so-called “Metaverse”. The company made the…

Google reveals South Africa’s top election-related searches

Google has published data that shows what searches related to elections people in South Africa are making leading up to the 2021 municipal elections….

Acer’s New Nitro AI Gaming Gear Is Here—But Is It Worth It for South Africans?

R19,000 for Bass? Sony Tests South Africa’s Audio Appetite

Tech Stocks Tank – Can SA Survive a Global Meltdown?

SA Business Confidence: Fintech Lula Sounds Alarm on SME Reality

Why MVNOs are gaining ground — and how Huge NXTGN is accelerating the shift

Acer Unleashes Beastly New Predator BiFrost and Nitro GPUs with AMD Radeon RX 9000 Series

Philips Evnia Drops Jaw-Dropping QD OLED Monitors: 240Hz, Ambiglow, and All the Good Stuff

Microsoft launches new Surface devices in new AI era

Gravity is a true driver’s EV SUV

L2 charging and the power of dwell time

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