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Eskom warns of load shedding at short notice

Power utility Eskom has warned of another series of blackouts this week. In a statement, Eskom warned the public of constrained generation systems and…

One feature WhatsApp needs

App messaging giant WhatsApp has taken on social messaging to a whole new level. Users, can not only send and receive text messages, but…

WhatsApp hacks you never knew existed

Here are a few WhatsApp hacks you probably didn’t know existed. Bold feature Ever wonder how to bold your text right before you send…

WATCH: sneak peek, new electric Dodge Charger Daytona SRT

British journalist Jeremy Clarkson once publicly said he will never have an electric car, we wonder if this newly revealed Dodge Charger Daytona SRT…

TikTok launches cool AI generator greenscreen

Video sharing app TikTok has rolled out a new in-app-to image AI generator that lets users type in text and generate images that can…

WhatsApp bots train 100k learners, win awards

Teaching in classrooms, the same way it has been done in the past is fast becoming a thing of the past as innovation continues…

Load shedding expected this week

Load shedding is back and will be implemented at 4 pm on Tuesday evening. Eskom issued a statement confirming a shortage of generation capacity….

Thor: Love and Thunder tickets now on sale in SA: How to get yours

Disney Africa has announced that advance tickets are now on sale for Marvel’s upcoming film ‘Thor: Love and Thunder’. The film is set for…

Spot the robot dog roams Cape Town as part of showcase

Residents of Cape Town were treated to sights of a robot dog walking through the CBD as Dwyka Mining Services showcased Boston Dynamic’s Spot….

Pick n Pay groceries coming to Takealot’s Mr D app

Pick n Pay groceries are coming to the Mr D app, thanks to a partnership between the food retailer and Takealot. While the grocery…

How many tickets did FlySafair sell in its R8 sale?

Last week, local airline FlySafair trended on social media as it launched its R8 sale. But how many tickets did the airline sell as…

Asus launches local online store

Asus South Africa has launched its own online store, allowing local consumers to browse and buy locally stocked Asus products in one central hub….

FNB’s new lifestyle partnerships and app offerings explained

FNB has extended its partnerships and app solutions further into the lifestyle sphere with the launch of new perks and services for customers. The…

What to know about Disney+ in South Africa: price, content, and launch day

Disney has revealed more details about the launch of the Disney+ streaming service in South Africa, including the price and what content will be…

Uber strike: What to know about the e-hailing drivers’ protest

If you’re a user of e-hailing apps such as Uber, Bolt, and Didi, you may have heard of the drivers’ protest in South Africa….

Eskom announces, shifts loadshedding following multiple breakdowns

Eskom announced Stage 2 loadshedding on Monday, and then shifted the timeslot earlier following even more breakdowns. The back-to-back announcements occurred just over 15…

South African app Fluss brings smart gate, door access control to your phone

South African company Fluss has developed a solution that allows users to turn most electronic access points, such as a motorised gate or magnetic…

With electricity hike on the way, WhatsApp scam promises discount prepaid tokens

The City of Cape Town has warned residents of a WhatsApp scam that promises residents of South Africa discounted prepaid electricity tokens. The scam…

DStv trends for unpopular decision to limit number of streams on app

DStv trended on social media following the announcement that it would limit the number of devices that could stream simultaneously using DStv Now. The…

How to access and comment on the new FPB Films and Publications Act draft guidelines

In February 2022, the Film and Publication Board released its latest draft of the classification guidelines for publications in South Africa, inviting the public…

Online services website launches for licences– but it’s off to a rough start

The Department of Transport and Road Traffic Management Corporation has announced the launch of an online traffic services website for licences, but the site’s…

WATCH: It’s not an electricity crisis, says energy minister Gwede Mantashe

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Snapchat for Web launches with some issues

‘Crypto bros, move over. The future is female’

Jason’s investment in SA heritage brands pays off

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Vivo launches V25e, a vlogger’s dream

Vivo launches the V25 5G with colour changing back

Huawei Nova 10 lands in SA: Is it just pretty or can it deliver?

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