Intel aims to empower African women
Intel has announced She Will Connect, a new programme that commits to expanding digital literacy skills to young women in developing countries. Intel will begin the initiative in Africa, where the gender gap is the greatest, by aiming to reach 5-million women and...Mxit scores Jordaan coup
Mxit has scored a major coup with news that social media visionary Michael Jordaan, former CEO of First National Bank and recent recipient of the CNBC Africa Business Leader of the Year for Southern Africa award, will become chairman of the board. “I have been...Samsung Gear watch debuts in SA
Samsung Electronics has introduced the Galaxy Gear smartwatch, pitching it as a companion device that combines smart device connectivity with tailored technological features and stylish design. “We are constantly listening to our customers and what our consumers want...SA security is under-financed, say CIOs
At least 53% of South African-based IT decision-makers feel that not enough time or money is available to develop IT security policies. As a result, barely half of the companies feel that they have highly-organised, systematic processes to deal with threats. These...Vodacom to bid for Neotel: report
Reports this morning suggest that Vodacom may soon make a move to acquire Neotel. According to Bloomberg, a person close to the negotiations says the purchase price would be upward of R5-billion. Neotel, which holds the second network operator licence, is majority...