$5 per month for a computer? Published by Staff Writer on 11 May 2010 South African mobile operator, Vodacom, has announced the launch of Linkbook – a low-cost compact computer designed specifically to provide users with simple and affordable internet access.
Impact of the World Cup on the South African economy Published by Cees Bruggemans on 11 May 2010 The winning of the World Cup Soccer bid way back in 2004 created a challenge to prepare the country for hosting such an august event in 2010.
Renaissance Capital acquires BJM Securities Published by Staff Writer on 3 May 2010 South Africa-based BJM Holdings today announced the sale of its wholly owned subsidiary BJM Securities to the Russian emerging markets investment bank, Renaissance Capital.
Vodacom’s DRC investment turns sour Published by Jaco Maritz on 3 May 2010 South Africa-based Vodacom’s experience in the Democratic Republic of Congo recently took a turn for the worse due to a fall-out between the company and its local partner.
e.tv Africa launched in 12 countries Published by Staff Writer on 13 April 2010 Viewers in twelve countries across Africa now have access to a 24-hour syndicated version of the South African free-to-air channel e.tv.
South African firms urged to invest in Congo Published by Staff Writer on 9 April 2010 South Africa wants to explore business and investment opportunities in the Republic of the Congo, says President Jacob Zuma.
Incentives available to establish outsourcing business in South Africa Published by Staff Writer on 5 April 2010 Local and foreign investors interested to invest in South Africa’s business process outsourcing and offshoring (BPO&O) sector can benefit from various incentives.
PayPal launched in South Africa Published by Staff Writer on 25 March 2010 First National Bank (FNB) and PayPal today announced that customers in South Africa can now sell to PayPal’s global customer base.
South Africa’s consumer confidence comes charging back Published by Staff Writer on 23 March 2010 Last year’s recession has been hard for many South Africans, judging by employment losses (some 400 000 formal jobs gone), house foreclosures, nominal house price declines, reduced income and spending, the actual contraction in credit outstanding, huge bank bad debts written off, stock market still 20% off its all-time high and falling economic activity generally during 2009.
