The recent Vodacom FaceBook Live event aimed to shed light on the impact of gender based violence (GBV) and how to overcome it, emphasizing finding lasting solutions to the scourge of gender violence. FULL STORY >

Facebook has launched Avatars in Africa to give people new ways to express themselves online. FULL STORY >

Vodacom has launched a campaign called Be the light to call everyone’s attention to the scourge of gender violence. FULL STORY >

As transformative as technology can be, it is ultimately people that are the true source of real value and meaningful change, says Natasha Reuben, Head of Transformation at Dell Technologies South Africa. FULL STORY >

rAInbow is a chatbot that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to chat with users and provide accurate information on domestic violence. FULL STORY >

Vodacom today detailed the price cuts to its data bundles that are impending as well as a number of initiatives meant to build a social contract with the public. FULL STORY >

Fresh from its debut of a partnership between itself and SAP, Microsoft, through its Microsoft for Startups initiative, has announced the launch of its Global Social Entrepreneurship programme. FULL STORY >

Thomas Pays, CEO of Ozow, offers insight into Facebook Pay and why its introduction spells a massive disruption for the payments industry. FULL STORY >

If you have decided to break up with Twitter, what’s the best way to do so? Cybersecurity company Kaspersky recently offered its advice on what - and what not - to do. FULL STORY >

Fresh from debuting its spectacular 8K TVs towards the end of last month, Samsung is set to received a coveted Display of the Year award. FULL STORY >

If you were one of the few people to really enjoy Google+, here is some important news. FULL STORY >

With Women’s Day taking place on Friday, the latest announcement from Vodacom is particularly timely, as the company has unveiled a new global policy that addresses gender based domestic violence and abuse. FULL STORY >

Microsoft’s latest effort to bolster artificial intelligence is a Make Your Wish initiative, which invites people to submit their hopes for how AI might improve their lives. FULL STORY >

Microsoft rounded off the year by holding a two day hackathon at its offices in Bryanston, showing how artificial intelligence be used in apps to address social issues. FULL STORY >

World-renowned energy drink company Red Bull believes technology is the key to create more friendly, efficient, and accessible cities for all through technological and innovative solutions. FULL STORY >