The war in Ukraine which started in February of 2022, initiated an unprecedented number of sanctions against the Russian Federation, 16000 against Individuals, 9000 against companies and 3000 against institutions. The purpose of these has been to apply economic pressure on Russia. In conjunction with sanctions, Russian assets, totaling an estimated $300 billion were frozen. […]
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Black Friday has become an integral part of the South African retail calendar. With consumers rushing to find the biggest and best deals, many retailers view the event as a race to the bottom. However, in the fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector, Black Friday has evolved into a strategic investment of getting customers into […]
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JC Auditors (JCA) proudly announces the successful ISO 9001 recertification of Serco Industries, highlighting their unwavering commitment to quality workmanship and continuous improvement. This milestone, achieved through a rigorous certification audit conducted by JCA, reinforces Serco’s position as a leader in the trailer manufacturing sector in South Africa. Started in 1981 from humble beginnings as […]
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Leading omnichannel payments provider Ecentric and its partners were awarded Fintech Innovation of the Year at the 2024 Africa Tech Festival for their ground-breaking, industry-led Wealth on Wheels (WOW) initiative that aims to revolutionise South Africa’s minibus taxi industry. The Awards, held on 13 November 2024 at the Bay Hotel in Camps Bay, Cape Town, […]
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Generative AI has entered the spotlight as one of the most exciting technological developments. But two questions arise. Firstly, when companies, like AWS and Synthesis Software Technologies, have been using it for years then why is the excitement only brewing now? Secondly, why are so many businesses failing to implement it successfully? This was the […]
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The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in journalism has brought about a significant transformation in how news is created, processed, and shared. While AI presents numerous advantages in enhancing the efficiency and scope of news coverage, it also raises critical ethical considerations. This article explores the guiding principles for ethical AI use in journalism. Transparency […]
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South African retail and e-commerce businesses are stepping up their game by weaving Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) into their omnichannel strategies to meet evolving customer expectations. Customers here tend to favour brands that deliver a smooth shopping experience, whether online or in-store. With e-commerce sales set to hit R225 billion by 2025, retailers are keen […]
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A surge in counterfeit rocker, equaliser and radius or torque arm bushes in South Africa is posing a significant threat to truckers and road users as fake parts can lead to catastrophic suspension failures. Rob Russell, managing director of local polyurethane processor Polyflex Urethanes, the originator of the Polyurethane suspension bushes, has warned truckers saying […]
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As the field of journalism continues to evolve, artificial intelligence (AI) is playing a transformative role in how news is gathered, produced, and delivered. While much of the focus has been on national and global news, AI’s potential in local journalism is equally significant. The Promise of AI in Local Journalism Local journalism has traditionally […]
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The geopolitical conflict in Mozambique comes at a very delicate time for South Africa, when logistics and the supply chain are under pressure from several other disruptive challenges says Dr. Juanita Maree, Chief Executive of the Southern Africa Association of Freight Forwarders (SAAFF). South Africa’s business sector has voiced concern over the Southern Africa Development […]
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