Close Menu
TechCentralTechCentral

    Subscribe to the newsletter

    Get the best South African technology news and analysis delivered to your e-mail inbox every morning.

    Facebook X (Twitter) YouTube LinkedIn
    WhatsApp Facebook X (Twitter) LinkedIn YouTube
    TechCentralTechCentral
    • News
      Global coalition aims to make smartphones more affordable

      South Africa’s digital ID could change how you pay

      22 October 2026
      AI's boardroom honeymoon is over - Gary Stocks

      AI’s boardroom honeymoon is over

      22 October 2026
      4Sight revenue jumps 29%, but software resale squeezes margins

      4Sight revenue jumps 29%, but software resale squeezes margins

      22 October 2026
      Rand stablecoin issuers welcome treasury's crypto rethink

      Rand stablecoin issuers welcome treasury’s crypto rethink

      22 October 2026
      Malatsi asks Icasa to rewrite network-sharing rules

      Malatsi asks Icasa to rewrite network-sharing rules

      22 October 2026
    • World
      OpenAI turns the tables on Apple in trade secrets fight

      OpenAI turns the tables on Apple in trade secrets fight

      15 October 2026
      Google's Gemini 4 Argon is finally here

      Google’s Gemini 4 Argon is finally here

      14 October 2026
      Apple's new HomeView smart home hub

      Apple takes another shot at the smart home

      13 October 2026
      AI

      AI is now propping up the world economy, says IMF

      12 October 2026
      SpaceX takes aim at US wireless carriers with spectrum acquisition

      Starlink is coming for your mobile operator

      9 October 2026
    • In-depth

      10 days that changed the course of AI

      21 September 2026
      Meta to the AI industry: slow down without us - Mark Zuckerberg

      Meta to the AI industry: slow down without us

      16 September 2026
      Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis. Image: John Sears

      The plan to stop AI from breaking the world

      16 July 2026
      The internet has a Strait of Hormuz problem

      The internet has a Strait of Hormuz problem

      15 July 2026
      AI boom sparks rally, frenzy and fear

      AI boom sparks rally, frenzy and fear

      11 June 2026
    • TCS
      TCS+ | Boards are underestimating the cost of a cyberattack, says Arctic Wolf - Jason Oehley and Andre Den Hond

      TCS+ | Boards are underestimating the cost of a cyberattack, says Arctic Wolf

      22 October 2026
      W&W | LDV's Gerhard Moolman on electric bakkies, fleet orders and 'school fees'

      W&W | LDV’s Gerhard Moolman on electric bakkies and fleets

      9 October 2026
      TCS | Frogfoot sees bigger fibre deals coming - TechCentral Show guests Abraham van der Merwe and Shane Chorley

      TCS | Frogfoot sees bigger fibre deals coming

      8 October 2026
      Meet the CIO | Vodacom's Mohamed Sami on the agentic future

      Meet the CIO | Vodacom’s Mohamed Sami on the agentic future

      5 October 2026
      Lexi Novitske, general partner at Norrsken22, on the TechCentral Show

      TCS | Norrsken22’s Lexi Novitske on how China is winning African tech

      1 October 2026
    • Opinion
      Nonkqubela Thathakahle Jordan-Dyani

      Why cybersecurity is now a national security issue for South Africa

      15 October 2026
      When a machine can choose, who does it become? Fanie van Rooyen

      When a machine can choose, who does it become?

      9 October 2026
      Let South Africans jailbreak their way to digital sovereignty - Dirk de Vos

      Let South Africans jailbreak their way to digital sovereignty

      5 October 2026
      South Africa's next energy crisis is in the accounts department - Craig Holmes

      South Africa’s next energy crisis is in the accounts department

      29 September 2026
      The steam engine lesson AI doomsayers keep missing - Sam Clarke

      The steam engine lesson AI doomsayers keep missing

      28 September 2026
    • Company News
      • 1Stream
      • Africa Data Centres
      • AfriGIS
      • Altron Digital Business
      • Altron Document Solutions
      • Altron Group
      • Arctic Wolf
      • Ascent Technology
      • AvertITD
      • BBD
      • Braintree
      • CallMiner
      • CambriLearn
      • CM.com
      • Contactable
      • CYBER1 Solutions
      • Digicloud Africa
      • Digimune
      • Domains.co.za
      • ESET
      • Euphoria Telecom
      • HOSTAFRICA
      • Incredible Business
      • iONLINE
      • IQbusiness
      • Iris Network Systems
      • Kaspersky
      • LSD Open
      • Mitel
      • NEC XON
      • Netstar
      • Network Platforms
      • Next DLP
      • Ovations
      • Paracon
      • Paratus
      • Publishared
      • Q-KON
      • SevenC
      • SkyWire
      • Solid8 Technologies
      • Telit Cinterion
      • Telviva
      • Tenable
      • Vertiv
      • Videri Digital
      • Vodacom Business
      • Vox
      • Wipro
      • Workday
      • XLink
    • Sections
      • AI and machine learning
      • Banking
      • Broadcasting and media
      • Cloud services
      • Contact centres and CX
      • Cryptocurrencies
      • Education and skills
      • Electronics and hardware
      • Energy and sustainability
      • Enterprise software
      • Fintech and payments
      • HealthTech
      • Information security
      • Internet and connectivity
      • Internet of things
      • Investment
      • IT services
      • Lifestyle
      • Policy and regulation
      • Public sector
      • Retail and e-commerce
      • Satellite communications
      • Science
      • SMEs and start-ups
      • Social media
      • Talent and leadership
      • Telecoms
      • Watts & Wheels
    • Events
    • Advertise
    TechCentralTechCentral
    Home » Posts

    Cell C is set to close 128 retail stores – 546 jobs could go

    By Duncan McLeod21 August 2020

    Financially distressed mobile operator Cell C expects to close 128 retail stores around the country, with 546 jobs on the line, as it moves to reduce costs and become a more sustainable business.

    Vumacam wins ‘spy camera’ court case against city

    By Duncan McLeod21 August 2020

    Vumacam has won a court battle it brought against the Johannesburg Roads Agency after the agency stopped processing wayleave applications, accusing the company of spying.

    Seacom pioneer Suveer Ramdhani resigns

    By Staff Reporter21 August 2020

    Seacom chief strategy officer Suveer Ramdhani, who has played an integral role in the telecommunications company since its launch in 2009, has resigned.

    South Africa’s economy will probably shrink by 8% this year

    By Agency Staff21 August 2020

    Slow reforms and the return of rolling power cuts in South Africa could threaten the recovery of an economy that probably bottomed in the second quarter.

    Newspapers hit with import duty to save South Africa's last newsprint machine

    News publishers push back against Apple over app store terms

    By Agency Staff21 August 2020

    Major news publishers are seeking more favourable terms from Apple on commissions the iPhone maker collects from them on payments made through its app store.

    Broader skills needed for a hi-tech future

    By Vanashree Govender21 August 2020

    Promoted | Technology is now the mainstream. For this reason, tech students need to cultivate a wider range of skills if they are to achieve the full-scale success they deserve. By Vanashree Govender.

    Airbnb bans house parties worldwide

    By Agency Staff21 August 2020

    Airbnb has announced a global ban on parties and events listed on its platform in a bid to comply with Covid-19 health protocols.

    Eskom halts power cuts after recovering three coal units

    By Agency Staff21 August 2020

    Eskom has suspended planned power cuts, after returning to service overnight three generating units at coal-fired power stations, the state utility said on Friday.

    Interview: Pinnacle’s Fred Saayman on Wi-Fi 6 and all-flash storage

    By Pinnacle ICT21 August 2020

    Promoted | In this episode of the podcast, executive for the Huawei business unit at Pinnacle, talks about the latest version of Wi-Fi, version 6, and what it can do that previous versions could not.

    Data breach has been contained, Experian says

    By Staff Reporter20 August 2020

    Credit bureau Experian said on Thursday that no consumer credit information or financial information was obtained by a suspected fraudster and that the incident has been “contained”.

    Previous 1 … 1,644 1,645 1,646 1,647 1,648 … 3,750 Next
    Company News
    Innovex 2026: taking opportunity to where potential lives

    Innovex 2026: taking opportunity to where potential lives

    21 October 2026
    How to choose a .co.za domain without paying more later

    How to choose a .co.za domain without paying more later

    20 October 2026
    Winners, from left: Zandile Monaisa (Rand Refinery), Sibongakonke Kheswa (PSG Capital), Stefan Links (Forestry South Africa), Thabang Modiba (Mondelez International), Charmaine Ncube (Razor PR), Shaun Burger-Smal (Bestmed Medical Scheme), Nandipha Ngcobo (Transnet), Tracy Mulwela (Vodacom), Cheryl-Lynn Freeman (Mzansi Business Services), Yasheen Harrielall (Zutari), Valentine Mabaso (Taonga Business Group) and Thabang Thlaku (African Rainbow Minerals). Image: Rising Star Awards

    Celebrating South Africa’s rising stars: the leaders shaping what comes next

    19 October 2026
    Opinion
    Nonkqubela Thathakahle Jordan-Dyani

    Why cybersecurity is now a national security issue for South Africa

    15 October 2026
    When a machine can choose, who does it become? Fanie van Rooyen

    When a machine can choose, who does it become?

    9 October 2026
    Let South Africans jailbreak their way to digital sovereignty - Dirk de Vos

    Let South Africans jailbreak their way to digital sovereignty

    5 October 2026

    Subscribe to Updates

    Get the best South African technology news and analysis delivered to your e-mail inbox every morning.

    Latest Posts
    Global coalition aims to make smartphones more affordable

    South Africa’s digital ID could change how you pay

    22 October 2026
    AI's boardroom honeymoon is over - Gary Stocks

    AI’s boardroom honeymoon is over

    22 October 2026
    4Sight revenue jumps 29%, but software resale squeezes margins

    4Sight revenue jumps 29%, but software resale squeezes margins

    22 October 2026
    Rand stablecoin issuers welcome treasury's crypto rethink

    Rand stablecoin issuers welcome treasury’s crypto rethink

    22 October 2026
    © 2009 - 2026 NewsCentral Media
    Built and maintained by Chronon
    • Cookie policy (ZA)
    • TechCentral – privacy and Popia

    Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.

    Manage consent

    TechCentral uses cookies to enhance its offerings. Consenting to these technologies allows us to serve you better. Not consenting or withdrawing consent may adversely affect certain features and functions of the website.

    Functional Always active
    The technical storage or access is strictly necessary for the legitimate purpose of enabling the use of a specific service explicitly requested by the subscriber or user, or for the sole purpose of carrying out the transmission of a communication over an electronic communications network.
    Preferences
    The technical storage or access is necessary for the legitimate purpose of storing preferences that are not requested by the subscriber or user.
    Statistics
    The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for statistical purposes. The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for anonymous statistical purposes. Without a subpoena, voluntary compliance on the part of your Internet Service Provider, or additional records from a third party, information stored or retrieved for this purpose alone cannot usually be used to identify you.
    Marketing
    The technical storage or access is required to create user profiles to send advertising, or to track the user on a website or across several websites for similar marketing purposes.
    • Manage options
    • Manage services
    • Manage {vendor_count} vendors
    • Read more about these purposes
    View preferences
    • {title}
    • {title}
    • {title}
    🇿🇦 Sign up to the TechCentral newsletter