Articles about Amazon

Amazon launches Project Kuiper satellites to rival Starlink

The first 27 satellites for Amazon’s Kuiper broadband internet constellation launched into space from Florida.

Bad weather stalls Amazon’s Project Kuiper satellite launch

The new launch date for the first batch of Project Kuiper low Earth orbit satellites will be announced at a later stage.

Amazon opens first African Think Big Space in Cape Town

The company partners with local NPOs to train 100 educators and 10 000 learners in digital literacy, free of charge.

Vodacom readies to deploy Amazon’s Project Kuiper satellites

Vodacom, Vodafone and Project Kuiper will begin deploying services in Africa and Europe when Amazon’s production satellites come online.

Agentic AI to amplify e-commerce’s economic force

Leveraging advanced AI technologies is increasingly supercharging online marketplaces by driving liquidity and efficiency, and enabling more repeat purchases.

2025 to see shift in demand for tech professionals

After 2024’s hiring activity drop, 2025 is predicted to see growing demand for business analysts, systems admins and business architecture.

Amazon unveils walk-in hub to empower local businesses

Amazon's Seller Success Centre in Cape Town provides hands-on support and resources for local businesses.

Commerce convergence becomes industry-defining trend

There is increasing familiarity, comfort and trust among local consumers and merchants with the adoption of digital payment solutions.

Hiring activity in IT sector sees significant drop in SA

Year-on-year, the IT sector has seen a decline of 31%, and over the past two years, and recruitment activity in this sector has decreased by 33%, says Pnet.

Amazon curates ‘Shop Mzansi’ storefront in SA

Shop Mzansi showcases brands from new, emerging and established South African businesses, says the e-tailer.

Amazon, Takealot accelerate strategies amid competition

Local e-commerce players Amazon.co.za and Takealot.com ramp up efforts to better compete against Chinese online retailers Temu and Shein.

ITWeb TV: Telkom integrates GenAI across digital platforms

The telecoms operator revamps its digital channels, to improve customer experience and enable self-service.