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Many modern dads are stepping up to meet their family and childcare responsibilities. But our public facilities have not kept pace. An innovative new social initiative is looking to change this. The expectation that women are the primary caregivers for babies and children has meant that shopping-mall changing facilities are overwhelmingly located in or near women’s restrooms. When dads are taking on primary childcare responsibilities, they often have to find creative ways of changing the little ones – many of which are very inconvenient and even unhygienic. Now, two major retail brands are making it easier for dads to play…
Muscles from mushrooms By The South African Mushroom Farmers’ Association DID YOU KNOW? Your results in the gym will be about the same whether you follow a meat-heavy lifestyle like keto, or adopt a vegan eating plan with lots of mushrooms? BUT, DID YOU KNOW That there are plenty of additional health and nutritional benefits if you go the vegan route with lots of mushrooms. If fitness and athleticism are important to you, mushrooms can be a powerful tool for building lean muscle. In a study published in the June 2023 Journal of Nutrition, researchers from the University of Exeter…
Sensory intelligence® is a revolutionary concept designed and coined by thought leader, Dr Annemarie Lombard in 2002, to help people be more self-aware, happy and successful in life and work. “Sensory” refers to the 7 human senses through which all environmental stimuli are absorbed, processed and decoded for use. “Intelligence” is the human brain making sense, understanding and using information to its fullest potential. It forms part of a wider knowledge base around intelligence (IQ, emotional intelligence, spiritual intelligence, positive intelligence, social intelligence, and some more). Sensory intelligence® measures your sensory thresholds which form part of your basic genetic code…
Introducing the next evolution of connectivity in Africa: inq. Wi-Fi 6 and Edge solutions inq. Zambia has announced its Wi-Fi 6 and Edge products that are designed to set to new standards in connectivity and usher in a new era of seamless communication and productivity across Africa. Designed to meet the evolving needs of businesses and government, the inq. Wi-Fi 6 products offer speed, capacity, and efficiency, transforming the way people experience wireless networks. With enhanced performance in crowded environments, improved latency, and support for multiple devices, the technology paves the way for uninterrupted streaming, and efficient remote work collaboration.…
The global community is facing unprecedented environmental challenges, from climate change to resource scarcity. As the world strives to mitigate the impact of these crises, innovative technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) have emerged as powerful allies in the fight for a sustainable future. The Environmental Imperative The urgency to address climate change and promote sustainability has never been more apparent. Rising global temperatures, extreme weather events, and dwindling natural resources underscore the need for immediate action. AI, with its data-driven capabilities and problem-solving prowess, is emerging as a game-changer in this critical arena. NewsGPT: Transforming Climate Reporting NewsGPT, a trailblazing…
With electricity costs continuously soaring and Nersa approving an annual increase in 2023 of 18,65% (over CPI), landlords and tenants face a challenging landscape. Coupled with the burden of load shedding and the higher energy cost of generators, fair and transparent billing becomes essential for harmonious landlord-tenant relationships. In response to this pressing need, RMS, the largest private utility service provider in South Africa, is proud to announce the release of our innovative Generator cost recovery solution. The Complexity of Generator Cost Recovery Supplementing grid energy with diesel generators adds a layer of complexity to billing and cost recovery. Inaccurate…
We will stand beside the Boks, even if it’s in aqua By Howard Feldman It is more than a little ironic that grown South African rugby supporters were forced to spend Sunday evening arguing about the difference between turquoise and aqua: Men who until a few days ago likely had no idea that aqua was even a colour and that turquoise was not just an alternate name for a French pastry. After all, the Rugby World Cup tournament is happening in Paris where they are known to eat croissants and walk around wearing French colours. I can imagine the scene.…
South African bank Nedbank is committed to prioritizing its product development to suit the needs of its personal and small business clients. To make banking services more inclusive and accessible, the bank worked with AWS Advanced Consulting Partner Synthesis to develop a software-based point-of-sale (POS) system. The solution, built on Amazon Web Services (AWS), can be installed on smartphones without any additional hardware. This allows single operators or small businesses to accept contactless payments easily, lowering the barrier to entry for the country’s retail industry. Making POS Transactions Available to All Nedbank Group is one of Africa’s largest banking groups, with…
By early July, South Africans had already experienced the equivalent of 170 days of rolling blackouts. For construction companies, the subsequent investments in alternative energy sources and rising costs for electricity and fuel have influenced everything from project costs and timelines to their approach to business. “The repercussions for construction have been significant. Costs for fuelling machinery, lighting sites, heating, and transportation have ballooned and contributed to higher construction costs. Beyond that, investors have become more cautious to take on new construction projects. This has not only resulted in a decline of construction investments but also seen a reduction in…
By Dr Annemarie Lombard The post-COVID-19 ‘new normal’ is radically different to life as we once knew it … your working environment has expanded beyond just the computer screen and office and it is possible to work virtually from anywhere as per the hybrid model. But there is a price to pay for this hybrid existence. Your eyes are in another kind of lockdown on your screen, particularly when you are in digital meetings. And your ears are trying to contest with the distractions of your screaming toddler, a hungry teenager (in my case), a barking dog, an irritable spouse,…