Apps and websites are the best ways to engage with your customers and stakeholders as well as manage your business systems. However, when starting a new tech project to create or improve their app or website, many businesses either spend too much time crafting detailed requirements for the project or jump straight into months of development without proper planning. These are problems …
Prospective property buyers are looking online to see what they can afford, as they make the most of the lowest lending rate in recent years, says bond originator, BetterBond. The group has reported a 123% increase in online pre-approvals since June. “If these pre-approvals translate into sales, it could provide the much needed stimulus the …
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Takealot is the biggest online store in South Africa by a significant margin, and it offers a wide selection of products across many categories and exceptional delivery services. The company has grown substantially over the past few years, aided by the success of its in-house delivery team which ensures quick turnaround times for online orders. …
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When a security researcher contacted MyBroadband with information about scams and online fraud being conducted from domains registered and hosted in South Africa, we tried to report the matter to the National Cybersecurity Hub. According to the Cybersecurity Hub website, we should have received a confirmation email with a reference number for our report, but …
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A new judgement from the Supreme Court of Appeal will have major implications on the rights and responsibilities of dog owners in South Africa. The judgement, which was handed down on Friday (11 September), revolved around a gardener and refuse collector, who was was attacked without any warning or reason by three dogs on the …
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The six teachers and 250 learners at Jongimpuma Primary School in Port St Johns share five toilets. The walls are mud, the ceilings are crumbling, the classrooms are cold and there are not enough desks. But the Eastern Cape Department of Education has said there will be no money for renovations for at least three …
Anyone keeping an eye on South Africa’s financial situation will be well aware of the recent spate of interest rate cuts implemented by the South African Reserve Bank (SARB). These have taken the prime lending rate from 9.75% in January to an eyebrow-raising low of 7% as of late July. Substantial drops like these are …
Why interest rates are not likely to go up in South Africa any time soon Read More »
Launching an online business is no longer the technical challenge it once was. With basic computer skills and an Internet connection, entrepreneurs and business owners can sell various products and services through the web. There are limitations to consider, of course. If you are selling a product that needs to be sent via courier to …
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Eskom is planning for electricity generation shortages of no less than 1,000MW every week over the next three months. This is according to a report in Rapport. The newspaper also stated that Eskom is pushing ahead to increase electricity tariffs by 15% in 2021. This follows a recent High Court case which determined that the …
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President Cyril Ramaphosa has ordered defence minister, Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula, to provide him with a detailed report on the circumstances that led to the her sharing a flight Zimbabwe, with a senior delegation of ANC leadership. The minister used an Air Force VIP plane this week to give ANC members – including social development minister Lindiwe …
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