The National Advisory Council on Innovation will provide two PhD scholarships for science, technology and innovation studies.
The online retailer names Frederik Zietsman as new group chief executive, while Mamongae Mahlare is appointed executive chairperson.
The start-up refutes allegations that it may be operating its online investment services illegally, saying it’s conducting business within the confines of the law.
The company witnesses accelerated demand for its AI-based offerings, with its book of business for watsonx and GenAI doubling.
LG Premium Service Centre Launch
LG South Africa has launched its premium service centre in Midrand, Johannesburg. The centre aims to make it easy for LG customers to get their LG appliances fixed directly with LG.
The company’s €2 billion restructuring plan will impact 8 000 roles, as it focuses on key strategic growth areas, in particular business AI.
The UK government invests R1 billion to establish the International Science Partnership Fund to support UK-SA science and research collaboration.
The video streaming giant adds 13.1 million subscribers in fourth quarter 2023, bringing the total number of subscribers to 260 million.
TymeBank announces Retail Capital buyout
TymeBank has reached an agreement with Retail Capital and its shareholders to acquire 100% of the fintech SME funder’s shares, subject to regulatory approval. #newsvideo #TymeBank #Itinbanking
South Africa’s youngest digital bank enables its ‘pay many’ offering, targeting the neobank’s commercial clients.
National Treasury calls on the public to share their suggestions for the upcoming budget via online or social media channels.
The neobank sees 75% year-on-year customer growth, as more South Africans ditch their traditional financial institutions and move to digital banking.
The recent shifts in hypervisor licensing models and vendor strategies have raised critical questions for companies worldwide, says Helen Kruger, CEO of Troye.
A report by Boston Consulting Group and QED Investors found that SA, Nigeria, Kenya and Egypt are leading the fintech race in Africa.