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Amazon Expands Leo Satellite Ambitions with Globalstar Acquisition to Add Direct-to-Device Connectivity

Amazon is moving deeper into satellite communications with plans to acquire Globalstar, a deal that will expand the capabilities of its Amazon Leo low Earth orbit satellite network and add direct-to-device (D2D) mobile connectivity services.

bp Expands into Namibia’s Offshore Exploration Sector

bp has secured a 60 percent stake in three offshore blocks in Namibia’s Walvis Basin, reinforcing its upstream ambitions and positioning the company for long-term exploration growth in a high-potential frontier region.

Vodafone and WWF Turn Tech Waste into Conservation Wins

Vodafone and WWF celebrate the collection of one million unused phones, transforming everyday consumer action into £1 million for global conservation while accelerating the shift towards a circular, low-impact digital economy.

Explained: What is the Trusted Tech Alliance?

The global technology companies behind the Trusted Tech Alliance initiative to promote secure, transparent and trusted digital infrastructure

Explained: The Benefits of the Coca-Cola System’s R17.6 Billion Investment in South Africa

The Coca-Cola system in South Africa has confirmed plans to invest R17.6 billion in the country through 2030, a move designed to expand production capacity, strengthen distribution and accelerate innovation across its beverage value chain.

Amazon Leo Satellite Internet Set to Expand Connectivity Across Rural Africa

Amazon partners with Vanu to bring high-speed satellite broadband to underserved communities

Investing in African Mining Indaba 2026 Report Highlights a New Era for Sustainable Action

The recent release of the Investing in Mining Indaba 2026 Post Event Report offers a timely reflection on a landmark edition of the annual event, held between 9th and 12th February 2026 in Cape Town, South Africa.

Nike’s FIFA World Cup Shirts Made of 100% Textile Waste

When players take to the pitch at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the Nike produced jerseys will showcase more than national pride. They will also represent a significant step toward circular fashion: elite performance kits made entirely from recycled textile waste.

Earth’s Climate Swings Increasingly ‘Out of Balance’ Warns World Meteorological Organization

The World Meteorological Organization’s State of the Global Climate 2025 report warns that Earth’s climate system is increasingly out of balance, with record temperatures, accelerating ocean warming and rising greenhouse gas concentrations highlighting growing risks for economies, infrastructure and global supply systems.

Six Cybersecurity Trends Shaping South Africa in 2026

Looking ahead to 2026, South African organizations must rethink cyber resilience across people, devices, identities and data. Based on HP’s global security research, six trends will shape the next phase of cybersecurity locally.

HipHop Snacks : A Taste of Heritage, Heart, and Soul

HipHop Snacks embraces the rich flavours of Uganda, transforming regional ingredients into beloved snacks whilst fostering community connections and supporting farmers. COO Deep Jobanputra reveals how the brand is expanding its reach both locally and globally.

TASC : The Human Impact of High-Integrity Carbon

In an exclusive, first-hand personal account from the field, Machalin Parsaramen, Carbon Projects Development Manager at TASC, explores the often-overlooked co-benefits of carbon projects