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Today WeBuyCars has listed on the Main Board of the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE). Established in 2001, WeBuyCars provides a quick, easy and trusted solution to selling pre-owned vehicles – remedying a once difficult and lengthy process. As of today, WeBuyCars has 2,800 employees across South Africa, buys and sells vehicles from 15 supermarkets, has 74 buying pods and over 340 buyers nationwide. “It has been an amazing journey that culminated in a listing on the JSE. We are excited about the road ahead as the listing opens up many opportunities such as enhancing our brand, creating liquidity for shareholders…

The landscape of work has transformed dramatically since the global COVID-19 pandemic, with remote work becoming increasingly prevalent across most industries. However, along with the benefits of remote work come significant cybersecurity challenges. Here’s how you and your business can address these issues and safeguard your sensitive data. Trevor Cooke, the online privacy expert at EarthWeb, discusses how to keep yourself safe from the growing cybersecurity risks associated with remote working. Trevor’s Four Essential Remote Cybersecurity Strategies Secure Your Network With Location-Aware VPNs Instead of relying solely on traditional VPNs, consider implementing location-aware VPNs that dynamically adjust security protocols based…

As South Africa continues its digital transformation journey, Ehlanzeni TVET College is emerging as a pivotal player in shaping the future by equipping youth in Mpumalanga with essential Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) skills. To empower the next generation for future employment, the College has partnered with 4IR skills development institution Forge Academy & Labs and the Media, Information and Communication Technologies Sector Education and Training Authority (MICT Seta). Under the visionary leadership of Principal Elias Mbuyane, Ehlanzeni TVET College has become a beacon of hope, offering cutting-edge 4IR education in the Ehlanzeni region. The College’s partnership with Forge has sparked…

MiWay Blink today introduced the newest member of its team. The new team member won’t be arriving at MiWay Blink HQ in a shiny new car and a fresh outfit but on the phone screens of its customers. That’s because it’s not a person, but a WhatsApp Chatbot. “Our WhatsApp bot, Blinky looks to connect with users who may prefer chatting to a bot to get a quote for their car insurance, further extending our position as the brand that lets you have your car insurance in your pocket,” says Keletso Mpisane, Head of MiWay Blink. The digitally-based motor insurer…

The City of Johannesburg warns thousands of defaulting residential property owners and businesses that, it intends to soon blacklist them to recoup more than R40 billion in municipal debt. The City has a growing municipal debt of more than R52 billion, which it intends to curb with its aggressive credit control campaigns. The City also intends to invoke its Credit Control and Debt Collection Policy by reporting defaulting payers to appropriate Credit Bureaus. Tebogo Moraka, Group Chief Financial Officer, says the City has set up a Specialised Revenue Collection Team which will specifically target these defaulting payers across the City,…

In an age where your personal information is readily accessible with a few clicks, it’s crucial to recognize the importance of erasing unnecessary data about yourself from the internet. All too often, we overlook the significance of minimizing our digital footprint, and in doing so we expose ourselves to potential privacy and security risks. Trevor Cooke, the online privacy expert at EarthWeb, shows you how you can easily reduce the amount of information about you that’s available on the web. Why Minimize Your Digital Footprint? Your digital footprint is the trail of data you leave behind while using online platforms,…

When you tired of seeing your electricity bills skyrocket with each passing month it might be the right time to exploring an alternative energy solution that can give you security and save you money. Power for Every Home: No matter the size of your home, Sungrow’s solutions ensure uninterrupted electricity, even during grid outages. From cozy cottages to spacious estates, Sungrow keeps the lights on when you need them most. Safety First, always: Your family’s safety is our priority. Sungrow’s advanced technology and rigorous certifications ensure reliable performance and peace of mind for you and your loved ones. Flexibility for…

In recent years, ransomware attacks have surged, posing a significant threat to businesses and individuals alike. These malicious attacks encrypt valuable data, demanding hefty ransom payments for its release. But you can learn how to fight back and protect your data. Trevor Cooke, the online privacy expert at EarthWeb, offers top tips on how to protect yourself from ransomware attacks. Prevention: How To Build Your Defenses Protect Your Data With Regular Backups Implement a robust backup strategy, ensuring that critical data is regularly backed up to secure, offline storage. Trevor says, ‘You can utilize cloud-based backup solutions like Google Drive…

Being stalked online is not only creepy but can lead to dangerous and terrifying outcomes. Stalkers are often after more than just your photographs and could uncover private information and use it to blackmail or scam you. Trevor Cooke, an online privacy expert at EarthWeb, shares the four most common signs of online stalking to look out for. Excessive Messaging And Commenting If you notice that a specific user is sending you messages constantly and commenting on all of your posts, this may be a red flag. ‘If it’s not a distant Aunt who doesn’t quite understand social media, then…

Cybercrime is expected to cost the world $9.5 trillion in 2024, according to predictions in a report by Cybercrime Ventures. If that were measured as a country, it would be the third biggest economy in the world. Yet in the face of this dire cybersecurity threat, more than 20 countries on the African continent have not yet developed a national strategy to deal with cybersecurity (basing on the latest Global Cybersecurity Index published by the International Telecommunication Union). Wadi Mseddi, Lead Partner – Mazars Cybersecurity Center of Excellence, notes that the research reports a shortfall of roughly four million cybersecurity…