10 years of Transformative Partnership

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26 August 2024

ManpowerGroup South Africa and the Maharishi Invincibility Institute (MII) proudly celebrate the 10th anniversary of a transformative partnership that has empowered South Africa’s youth through education and employment opportunities. This collaboration showcases the powerful impact that corporate-NPO partnerships can have in driving meaningful and lasting change.

Since 2014, ManpowerGroup South Africa has deepened its commitment to transformation by contributing 25% of its annual profits to the Imvula Education Empowerment Fund, established by MII. This strategic initiative aligns with ManpowerGroup’s dedication to Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) and reflects the company’s belief in the power of partnerships to foster positive social change.

The Imvula Fund, through all of its partnerships, has more than doubled MII’s capacity to provide critical skills training and secure sustainable employment for graduates. Imvula’s beneficiaries, who are 100% black South Africans—62% of whom are female—have received comprehensive support, including education, training, accredited qualifications, and job placements, making a significant contribution to the South African economy.

Dr. Taddy Blecher, CEO of the Maharishi Invincibility Institute, remarked, “Manpower is truly a unique company. This uniqueness is both global and local. We see it in every interaction with them, the care and thoughtfulness with which they think about how to leverage business as a genuine force for good. They are exemplary.”

MII’s holistic training programs focus on critical scarce skills, complemented by the essential skills needed to address workforce shortages in South Africa. The institute’s innovative educational model has earned international acclaim, including recognition by Stanford University as one of the twelve most innovative schools globally. By cultivating a peaceful learning environment and unlocking students’ full potential, MII has established itself as a leader in youth development and workforce readiness.

Lyndy van den Barselaar, Managing Director at ManpowerGroup South Africa, added, “At ManpowerGroup, we believe that ‘Doing Well by Doing Good’ is not just a slogan; it’s our way of conducting business. Our partnership with the Maharishi Invincibility Institute and the Imvula Education Empowerment Fund exemplifies the powerful outcomes that can be achieved when corporates and non-profits work hand in hand to drive meaningful transformation.”

Lenah Maluleke, a 2021 graduate, who has successfully transitioned into the workforce through ManpowerGroup’s placement efforts, reflects on the impact of the partnership: “Thanks to the partnership between MII and ManpowerGroup, I have been able to transform my career and life. I started at ManpowerGroup as a receptionist and have since grown into my role as a Right Management Administrator. The supportive environment here fuels my passion for growth and encourages me to excel, which is why I’m now studying towards my honours degree. The foundation laid by this partnership has not only provided me with financial support but also a clear career path, opening doors I never imagined possible. I will be forever grateful for the positive change this collaboration has fostered in my life.”

AI: Reshaping the face of both cyberthreats and protection

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25 August 2024

AI: Reshaping the face of both cyberthreats and protection — AI

While Artificial Intelligence (AI) may have changed the cyberthreat landscape, providing attackers with new, unprecedented capabilities, it has – at the same time – bolstered cybersecurity defenders, delivering AI-powered tools that are faster and more efficient than ever before.

So says Roelof van Wyk, technical manager: South Africa at trusted cybersecurity specialist Exclusive Networks Africa, who maintains that, because cybersecurity continues to evolve around zero-day threats, the industry has ensured that it has taken advantage of AI to safeguard against AI-driven attacks.

Playing ‘tit for tat’

“While it’s true that AI can be used to determine a system’s vulnerabilities, write an automated script, or make it more difficult to detect an attack, this is merely the latest method attackers are using to target individuals and organisations. We’ve continued to see the traditional game of escalation between bad actors and cybersecurity vendors – as one side advances, so too does the other.

“For instance, the cybersecurity sector has used AI for improved threat intelligence platforms and automated incident response, as well as machine learning (ML) for behavioural analysis, making it easier to identify and track the specific patterns of viruses, and any abnormal behaviour on systems.”

According to Van Wyk, an excellent example of the role AI has played in both cyberattacks and cyber protection is around the Emotet virus.

Discovered as a simple banking Trojan in 2014 that used social engineering techniques like malicious spam to steal people’s financial information, Emotet evolved into a polymorphic malware, described by the US Department of Homeland Security as “…the most costly and destructive malware affecting state, local, tribal, and territorial governments, and the private and public sectors”.

Not only did the malware change its code each time it was called up, but, in 2019, it was discovered that Emotet’s new attack vector would infect a host through either a malicious script or link, or macro-enabled document files disguised to look like legitimate emails, which would then download and run a Wi-Fi Spreader module.

This meant that it could conduct a brute-force attack on any nearby devices with reachable Wi-Fi networks, discovering the usernames and passwords of any servers and computers connected to the Wi-Fi network, and repeating the Emotet infection cycle again and again. It would also open the door for other malware, like ransomware.

“User awareness and education obviously plays a critical role in avoiding this type of social engineering attack, but at the same time AI and ML are significant factors in protecting against these sophisticated attacks. As was the case with Emotet, these technologies can learn the individual pattern of life of every user device and the network, determine what is considered normal and anomalous behaviour, and then be able to detect malicious email spamming and brute-force attacks more easily.”

Defending against threats across Africa

Interestingly, while the global cybersecurity workforce has reached record levels – to an all-time high of 5.5 million, with over 400,000 individuals within the Middle East and African region – the demand for these skills still far outweighs the available head count.

“This makes the use of AI and ML within cybersecurity all the more important for the protection of personal data and identities, compliance to regulations like the South African Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), and secure data access and transfer,” Van Wyk states.

He outlines a number of cyberattacks that have recently taken place across Africa, including the following: in South Africa, offensives against the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) agency and the Government Pensions Administration Agency (GPAA); distributed denial of services (DDoS) attacks against Ugandan mobile providers claimed by the hacktivist group, Anonymous Sudan; a leading Nigerian fintech company reportedly losing $27 million in a breach earlier this year; and Kenya witnessing more than 1.2 billion cases of cyber threats in just three months at the end of 2023.

“It’s clear that African organisations need help, and our local channel can play an essential role here in helping them to bolster their defences,” notes Van Wyk. “By partnering with a trusted, focused cybersecurity specialist like Exclusive Networks Africa, regional channel partners can provide cutting-edge technologies to African businesses that leverage the latest advancements in AI and cybersecurity, with more sophisticated detection capabilities, allowing them to identify and respond to threats faster than ever before.”

As well as delivering cybersecurity solutions from AI-ready global vendors, Exclusive Networks Africa also provides extensive training services, including security awareness training, allowing partners to skill up in different ways.

“Through our extensive training offerings, Exclusive Networks Africa offers resellers and their end customers the opportunity to expand their knowledge and sharpen their skills to be better equipped against cyberthreats,” Van Wyk concludes.

For more information on Exclusive Networks Africa’s focused cybersecurity offering and training opportunities, please visit https://www.exclusive-networks.com/za/

Dell Technologies: Enabling organisations to turn data into insights through AI

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Doug Woolley

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25 August 2024

Innovating for Impact: Transforming e-Waste into Sustainable Tech Solutions — Doug Woolley, General Manager and Vice President, Dell Technologies South Africa

Data is the raw material of the generative AI age. At Dell Technologies, we understand that any successful GenAI model needs accurate data in its foundation to produce relevant output. Just as chemists work to turn basic elements into something new, organisations are eager to transform raw data into insights using AI.

At the backend, AI models work like chemistry. They can extract value from data, but only if we provide the right ingredients. We now generate 0.33 zettabytes of data per day – and the number keeps growing. McKinsey estimates that GenAI could add the equivalent of $ 2.6 trillion to $ 4.4 trillion in annual economic benefits. This is a formula with an impact comparable to innovations like the periodic table, and discoveries like the DNA molecule. In South Africa, the integration of AI into the economy can contribute to a stronger economy by increasing productivity and improving competitiveness on a global scale.

But just like any chemical discovery, you must use the right method to get valid results. Here’s a breakdown of the steps to transform your organisation.

Purify the original matter

Data is the substrate used to train AI systems and is what AIs ultimately act on. Because clean and reliable data is the key to drive insights and actions, data quality is paramount. Like chemists purifying substances, organisations must cleanse and refine their data. According to Dell Technologies’ 2024 Innovation Catalyst, only one in three organisations, both globally and across the EMEA region, report that they can currently turn data into real-time insights. As the adage says, garbage in, garbage out. AI/GenAI outcomes are only as powerful as the data that the model is running on.

But for most organisations data is distributed across different locations. Most of it resides on-premises, while more than 50% of enterprise data is generated at the edge. It’s difficult and expensive to move data from one location to another. It’s more efficient to bring AI to the data. Training and running AI models on-premises can bring benefits to processing, analysis, compliance and intellectual property management. Dell recently validated with ESG that LLM inferencing on-premises is 75% more cost-effective than in the

public cloud. Organisations win when they bring the right GenAI model to their prepared data.

Combining elements

Chemists prepare compounds of different elements, mixing them to create new substances. In the world of GenAI, you can do the same by working with open ecosystems – operating models that share data and services to create value. AI/GenAI workloads require flexibility in infrastructure and software that can adapt as fast as the models evolve. Open LLMs create equal opportunity across the ecosystem, which in turn allows organisations to accelerate progress and solve problems. From startups to public sector and enterprise organisations, all corners of industry have a role to play.

The mixing of different elements – in other words, collaboration – fosters new opportunities and can reduce the cost of AI development. Openness ensures healthy competition, choice and knowledge sharing. And we must not forget the ethical component. Open models are under public scrutiny, which pushes research labs to reduce bias and secure the data. It’s like combining and distilling elements with an ethical lens.

The formula of insights

Once you purify your base material – your data – and combine the right elements in an open ecosystem, you can achieve the breakthrough, the formula for insights. AI algorithms predict trends, customer behaviour and market dynamics. These insights work like a formula to help sustain organisations and guide strategic decisions.

AI is not magic – it’s a disciplined practice. Data scientists and engineers follow precise methodologies to unleash innovation. Instead of flasks and beakers, their labs are workstations, data, compute and storage. These are valuable tools to extract wisdom from data. What do you currently have in your chemist toolkit?

The chemical imperative

AI and data management are deeply intertwined. You need a rigorous data strategy to reap the benefits of generative AI models. We recommend treating your data as a raw element. It requires refinement and a detailed process to turn into a valuable substance. The call is for your organisation to evoke the chemist’s fundamentals – stay curious, be persistent and committed to turning your data into insights. Only then will you unlock the transformative value of AI.

In South Africa, the first priority is to accelerate customers’ journey to AI. To do so, we are offering our customers a free test environment where we will work with you to build a proof of concept around your specific AI requirements.

Layovers no longer boring: Turn Spare Hours into Istanbul Adventures

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25 August 2024

Experience the vibrant culture and rich history of Istanbul, Türkiye like never before. Travellers passing through the city can now make the most of their layovers with special programs designed to turn a stop in Istanbul into an unforgettable adventure.

Tour Istanbul

For those with layovers between 6 and 24 hours, there’s a chance to explore Istanbul’s most famous landmarks and savour traditional Turkish cuisine. With a variety of tours available, visitors can see iconic sites like the Hagia Sophia, Grand Bazaar, and Golden Horn.

After landing at the Istanbul airport, Turkish Airlines provides transportation services for the tour and transportation back to the airport at the end of the day. Passengers can select one of the six tours according to the period best suited to their flight arrival and departure schedule.

Stopover in Istanbul

Connecting through Istanbul Airport in Türkiye offers an additional perk: free accommodation in select hotels, allowing travellers to extend their stay and fully experience the city’s vibrant life. Passengers can enjoy incredible hotel stays depending on their travel class.

The stopover-free hotel service is provided to Turkish Airlines Business Class stopover passengers with 2 nights at a 5-star hotel and 1 night for Economy Class stopover passengers at a 4-star hotel. Stopover accommodation service is offered to passengers from specified international destinations.

These programs offer a wonderful opportunity to delve into Istanbul’s rich cultural heritage, ensuring that a layover becomes a memorable part of your journey. Whether you’re exploring ancient landmarks or sampling local cuisine, your time in Istanbul will be an enriching experience that adds depth to your travels.

Ignite your brand in Africa: Harnessing the power of mobile for explosive growth

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Burak Akinci

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25 August 2024

Burak Akinci, CEO of Ayoba

The digital advertising realm is undergoing a transformation driven by rapid technological advancements and shifting consumer behaviours. As the digital sector evolves, advertisers face a myriad of challenges, including intense competition, evolving algorithms, fragmented audiences, and growing concerns over data privacy and security.

As more businesses enter the online space, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to stand out and capture the attention of target audiences. To differentiate themselves, businesses must leverage unique value propositions, create compelling content, and implement effective marketing strategies. Technology advancements are enabling both new and existing apps to meet these demands by offering tailored solutions for Africa’s dynamic market. Digital platforms with expansive reach and innovative strategies are now crucial for advertisers looking to engage with the continent’s evolving advertising landscape. Here are a few ways they’re achieving this:

Seizing Opportunities in Africa’s Wave of Smartphone Usage

Africa’s rapid increase in smartphone adoption, coupled with the growth of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), offers substantial opportunities for advertisers. The GSMA Mobile Economy report forecasts over 600 million unique mobile subscribers by 2025, highlighting the potential for digital engagement. Unlike more saturated global markets, Africa remains a relatively untapped frontier with fewer entrenched competitors. This dynamic environment is ideal for brands and advertisers looking to engage with a vibrant, young audience and the expanding SME sector. By leveraging the rise in smartphone use, digital platforms enable brands to enhance visibility, drive conversions, and build customer loyalty.

Expanding Reach and Engagement

Digital platforms provide advertisers with the ability to reach a vast and diverse audience. With the rise of smartphones and internet connectivity, apps can now engage with users across various regions and demographics. This expanded reach is particularly valuable in emerging markets where digital adoption is accelerating. Certain African markets that stand out due to their rapid digital adoption and economic growth, include countries like Nigeria, South Africa, Kenya, and Senegal which are driven by robust internet infrastructure and a growing middle class.

Advertisers can utilise these platforms to deliver targeted ads that resonate with specific audience segments. Advanced targeting options, such as demographic, behavioural, and geographic targeting, enable brands to create personalised and relevant ad experiences. Other localised content strategies include collaborating with local influencers or businesses and providing content in multiple languages. This approach enhances the effectiveness of advertising campaigns by delivering messages that are culturally relevant and engaging.

Leveraging Data and Insights

One of the key advantages of digital platforms is the wealth of data they provide. Advertisers can access valuable insights into user behaviour, preferences, and interactions, allowing them to optimise their strategies and make data-driven decisions.

Digital platforms often offer analytics tools that track ad performance, measure ROI, and identify trends. By analysing this data, advertisers can refine their campaigns, adjust their messaging, and allocate resources more effectively. This data-driven approach leads to more impactful advertising and better results.

Navigating Connectivity and Accessibility Challenges

In regions with limited internet access and high data costs, digital platforms that address connectivity challenges offer significant advantages. By providing data-efficient solutions and investing in technologies that enhance connectivity, these platforms ensure that advertisers can reach users even in underserved areas.

Initiatives such as offline access, low-data modes, and localised content contribute to a more inclusive digital ecosystem. Advertisers benefit from increased visibility and engagement, as these solutions help overcome barriers to internet access and expand the potential audience.

Among the various digital platforms shaping the future of advertising, Ayoba stands out as a leading example of innovation and growth. Launched in May 2019, the app has quickly become a prominent player in Africa’s digital ecosystem, with over 35 million active users across the continent. Explore the all-inclusive Super-app today or on other platforms and unlock immense value by leveraging its extensive active user base and innovative digital solutions.

GBTSA Conference equips African businesses to navigate travel risk & ensure continuity

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25 August 2024

GBTSA Conference equips African 15th Global Business Travel South Africabusinesses to navigate travel risk & ensure continuity — Kamogelo Maerman, FCM National Sales Leader 15th Global Business Travel South Africa

Navigating the complex world of business travel has never been more important, and the 15th Global Business Travel South Africa (GBTSA) conference provided African businesses with the tools and knowledge to do just that. The event, which concluded yesterday, went beyond exploring industry trends, equipping attendees with strategies to mitigate risk and ensure business continuity in an increasingly unpredictable travel landscape.

This year saw a surge in attendance from across the continent, reflecting Africa’s growing influence in the global business travel sector. Industry professionals from various African nations convened to share insights, forge connections, and address the evolving nature of supplier relationships in a volatile world.

“In today’s environment, a transactional approach to suppliers isn’t just outdated – it’s potentially dangerous,” warned Kamogelo Maerman, FCM National Sales Leader, during his impactful session. His message resonated deeply with attendees, highlighting the need for partnership-based approaches to travel management.

Maerman explained that travel management is no longer just about cost control. “Flight cancellations, border closures – these aren’t mere inconveniences,” he said. “They pose serious threats to business continuity and, in some cases, to personal safety.”

Despite these challenges, the conference atmosphere remained optimistic. Maerman pointed to advancements in crisis management systems within the industry. “When a natural disaster strikes or political unrest erupts, our global network springs into action,” he explained. “We’re not just rebooking flights; we’re orchestrating complex evacuations and providing on-the-ground support in real-time.”

The event also celebrated individual achievements within the industry. Jonathan Scott, Global Account Manager at FCM, was honoured as Account Manager of the Year, voted for by his peers. This recognition not only highlighted Scott’s contributions but also underscored the quality of talent emerging from the African business travel sector.

As the conference drew to a close, Maerman reflected on its broader significance for the continent. “The increased presence of delegates from across Africa signals a shift,” he observed. “Africa is poised to play a more significant role in shaping global business travel norms.”

He concluded by emphasising the importance of such gatherings for the African business travel community. “In an industry as dynamic as ours, these conferences are more than networking events,” Maerman stated. “They’re incubators for innovation and collaboration. By bringing together travel managers, TMCs, and suppliers from across Africa, we’re not just discussing the future of business travel—we’re actively shaping it.”

Inside Cloud23 – Africa’s Best-Kept Secret in Financial Services.

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Cloud23

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25 August 2024

Inside Cloud23 – Africa’s Best-Kept Secret in Financial Services. — Ram CEO of Cloud23.

Transforming the Financial Services Industry in Africa

Johannesburg, South Africa – Cloud23, a pioneering provider of enterprise software management solutions, is transforming the financial services industry in Africa. With a growing team of over 175 employees across Africa and Asia, Cloud23 has achieved remarkable growth, increasing revenue by 80% annually for the past two years. The company serves clients in numerous countries internationally, solidifying its position as a leading provider of enterprise software solutions.

Local Talent, Global Expertise

Founded by Ram, a seasoned executive with extensive experience in both the corporate and entrepreneurial sectors, Cloud23 has established itself as a trusted partner for financial institutions seeking to enhance customer experience, improve efficiency, and drive innovation. Cloud23 advises companies on how to effectively utilize enterprise development software such as Salesforce and Mulesoft, enabling them to optimize their operations and drive business success.

Optimizing Enterprise Software

Cloud23 helps financial institutions optimize the use of enterprise software, enabling them to drive efficiencies, better leverage business data, lower costs, improve customer engagement, and increase revenue. By optimizing enterprise software, Cloud23’s clients have seen significant improvements in customer experience, including:

Faster loan processing times, enabling customers to access funds quickly and easily
More self-service options, allowing customers to manage their accounts and access services at their convenience
Tailored marketing and personalized offers, enhancing customer engagement and loyalty
Improved customer support, with faster response times and more effective issue resolution

Bringing the Work Home

Many services that were previously outsourced to foreign firms are now being brought back home, with Cloud23 leveraging local talent and expertise to drive economic growth and digital transformation in Africa.

Client SuccessCloud23’s impressive client list includes top financial institutions in South Africa and beyond, such as Standard Bank South Africa, Capitec Business Bank, ABSA, Stanbic Uganda, Stanbic Kenya, Stanlib Investment Bank, Standard Bank Mauritius and Stanbic Botswana. By leveraging Cloud23’s expertise in enterprise software solutions, these organizations have improved customer engagement, reduced costs, and increased revenue at a substantially reduced cost.

Awards and Recognition

Cloud23 has received numerous awards and recognition for its innovative solutions and commitment to excellence, including:

Most Financial Services Cloud Certified South African Partner in the Salesforce ecosystem
Top 5 global ranking among Salesforce partners
“Rising Star Partner – 2023” and “Most Knowledgeable Partner – 2024” awards from Salesforce
“Best Enterprise Software Solutions Provider in Africa” award from the African Business Awards

Career Opportunities

Cloud23 offers a range of career opportunities in enterprise software management, providing a dynamic and innovative work environment for young people with a passion for technology.

“We’re hiring all the time and would love to see more young people consider our sector,” said Ram, CEO of Cloud23. “We need more talent to help us drive digital transformation and economic growth in Africa. I truly believe that African tech skills rival the world’s best, and the economic opportunities are immense. We’re excited to be at the forefront of this journey.”

Tips for African Entrepreneurs Looking to Scale

Ram offers the following tips for African entrepreneurs looking to scale their businesses:

Identify a genuine need in the market and create solutions that address it
Build a strong team with diverse skills and expertise
Embrace innovation and stay up-to-date with the latest technologies
Focus on customer experience and delivery

Be resilient and adaptable in the face of challenges

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23 August 2024

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Verkossa shoppailu voi helpottaa huomattavasti jokapäiväistä elämää, kun etsinnässä on paras mahdollinen tuote erityistarpeisiin. Tämä osio auttaa sinua löytämään laadukkaita vaihtoehtoja, joita tuhannet asiakkaat ovat jo käyttäneet ja testanneet.

Arvostelut ja käyttäjäkokemukset ovat tärkeä osa ostoprosessia. Ne antavat selkeän ja rehellisen kuvan siitä, mikä tuote kannattaa valita. Jatka alla olevien arvostelujen lukemista ja löydä itsellesi sopivin vaihtoehto kätevästi ja turvallisesti.

Miksi valita verkkoapteekin palvelut?

Nykymaailmassa yhä useammat valitsevat verkkoapteekit tarpeidensa täyttämiseksi, ja tähän on monia hyviä syitä. Verkkoapteekkien kautta sujuva ja mukava asiointi on saanut suuren suosion monien keskuudessa. Tässä osiossa tarkastelemme, miksi nämä digitaaliset palvelut ovat niin houkuttelevia.

Käytännöllisyys ja nopeus

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Laaja valikoima ja kilpailukykyiset hinnat

Verkkoapteekit tarjoavat usein kattavamman ja monipuolisemman tuotevalikoiman kuin perinteiset myymälät. Tämä mahdollistaa eri tuotteiden ja merkkien vertailun helposti yhdellä alustalla.

Runsaasti eri brändejä ja vaihtoehtoja.
Mahdollisuus löytää erikoistuotteita, joita ei ole aina saatavilla fyysisissä myymälöissä.
Kilpailukykyiset hinnat ja usein erilaisia tarjouksia.

Digitaalisten apteekkien käyttö on vaivatonta, säästää aikaa ja usein myös rahaa. Tässä muutamia syitä, miksi niin monet valitsevat tämän vaihtoehdon perinteisten apteekkien sijaan. Nykypäivän nopeatempoisessa elämässä nämä edut tekevät asioinnista huomattavasti helpompaa.

Turvallisuus ja luotettavuus

Kun valitset tuotteen tai palvelun, on tärkeää varmistaa, että valinta on turvallinen ja luotettava. Tämä osio tarjoaa kattavan käsityksen siitä, miten varmistaa tuotteen tai palvelun turvallisuutta ja luotettavuutta, jotta voit tehdä tietoon perustuvia päätöksiä.

Turvallisuuden kannalta oleellista on tarkistaa, että toimittaja noudattaa kaikkia turvallisuusstandardeja ja -ohjeistuksia. Tämä tarkoittaa käytännössä sitä, että organisaatio varmistaa, että sen tuotteet on testattu huolellisesti ennen markkinoille tuontia.

Turvallisuuskriteerit Kuvaus

Standardien noudattaminen	Tuote täyttää kaikki asiaankuuluvat turvallisuusstandardit ja -määräykset.
Tarkat testaukset	Kattavat testaukset tehdään ennen tuotteen julkaisua markkinoille.

Luotettavuus puolestaan varmistetaan monin eri tavoin. Tarkista esimerkiksi, että toimittaja on toiminut alalla pitkään ja sillä on hyvät arvostelut kuluttajien keskuudessa. Luotettavuus voidaan osoittaa myös sertifikaateilla ja laadunvalvonnalla.

Luotettavuuskriteerit Kuvaus

Toimittajan kokemus	Toimittaja on toiminut alalla pitkään ja sillä on vahva maine.
Arvostelut ja palautteet	Hyvät arvostelut ja positiivinen palaute käyttäjiltä.
Sertifikaatit	Tuotteella on tarvittavat laatutodistukset ja sertifikaatit.

Kuinka löytää paras hinta

Harkitse tuotteen tai palvelun hankkimista ja mietit, miten voit varmistaa saavasi sen mahdollisimman edullisesti? Seuraamalla muutamia tärkeitä vinkkejä voit säästää rahaa ja saada silti tarvitsemasi laadun.

Ensimmäinen askel on selvittää hintahaarukka eri myyjiltä. Tutki verkkokauppoja ja myymälöitä, jotka tarjoavat kiinnostuksen kohteena olevan tuotteen. Vertailusivustot voivat olla käteviä, koska niiden avulla voit nopeasti verrata useiden kauppojen hintoja yhdellä silmäyksellä.

Verkkokauppa Hinta Toimituskulut Tarjoukset

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Älä unohda ottaa huomioon toimituskuluja ja mahdollisia alennuksia tai kampanjoita, jotka voivat vaikuttaa kokonaiskustannuksiin. Joissakin tapauksissa hieman korkeampi perushinta voi olla edullisempi, jos siihen sisältyy esimerkiksi ilmainen toimitus tai lisäetuja.

Tee hakuja mahdollisista kampanjakoodeista ja muista alennuksista, joita voi käyttää tilauksen yhteydessä. Monet verkkokaupat tarjoavat uutiskirjeen tilaajille alennuskoodeja, joten kannattaa harkita sellaisten tilaamista. Pyri myös ostamaan kausiluonteisten alennusmyyntien aikana, jolloin hinnat voivat olla huomattavasti alhaisemmat kuin muulloin.

Käyttäjien kokemukset ja arvostelut

Palvelumme avulla saat kattavan käsityksen siitä, mitä muut asiakkaat ajattelevat tuotteistamme. Lue erilaisia palautteita ja näkemyksiä, jotta voit tehdä harkittuja päätöksiä tuotevalinnoissasi.

Positiiviset arviot

Monet asiakkaamme ovat olleet tyytyväisiä tuotteidemme laatuun ja tehokkuuteen. Palaute kertoo, että tuotteemme ovat auttaneet heitä saavuttamaan halutut tulokset ja parantaneet heidän elämänlaatuaan merkittävästi.

Negatiiviset palautteet

On myös tärkeää kuulla kritiikkiä. Asiakkaamme arvostavat avoimuutta ja rehellisyyttä, joten julkaisemme myös rakentavaa palautetta. Tämä auttaa meitä parantamaan palveluamme ja vastaamaan paremmin asiakkaidemme tarpeisiin.

Yhteenveto

Luettuasi muiden käyttäjien arvosteluja voit muodostaa selkeämmän kuvan siitä, mikä tuote sopii parhaiten juuri sinun tarpeisiisi. Asiakaskokemukset tarjoavat arvokasta tietoa ja auttavat sinua tekemään informoidun valinnan.

Yleiset kysymykset ja vastaukset

Tässä osiossa vastaamme asiakkaidemme usein kysyttyihin kysymyksiin liittyen tarjottaviin tuotteisiin sekä palveluihin. Jotta saat kattavan käsityksen saatavilla olevista tiedoista, olemme koonneet tärkeimmät kysymykset ja vastaukset yhteen paikkaan helpottamaan tiedonhakua.

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Viagran ostamisen edut ja haitat

Tämän tuotteen käyttämisessä on sekä positiivisia että negatiivisia puolia. Tarkastelemme tässä molempia näkökulmia auttaaksemme sinua tekemään tietoon perustuvan valinnan. Jokaisella lääkkeellä on aina hyötyjä ja mahdollisia riskejä, joten on tärkeää ymmärtää ne ennen päätöksen tekemistä.

Tuotteen hyödyt

Ensinnäkin tämä tuote voi merkittävästi parantaa elämänlaatua henkilöillä, jotka sitä tarvitsevat. Se lisää itseluottamusta ja auttaa monia parantamaan ihmissuhteitaan. Käyttäjät ovat raportoineet suuremmasta tyytyväisyydestä ja kokonaisvaltaisesta hyvinvoinnista. Lisäksi tuotteen tehokkuus on tieteellisesti todistettu, ja sen tulokset näkyvät yleensä nopeasti käytön jälkeen.

Potentiaaliset haitat

Toisaalta tuotteella voi olla myös haitallisia sivuvaikutuksia, kuten päänsärkyä, huimausta tai ruoansulatusongelmia. Vakavammat reaktiot ovat harvinaisempia, mutta mahdollisia. Tämän vuoksi lääkärin neuvot ovat tarpeen ennen käytön aloittamista. Myös sen yhteensopivuus muiden käytössä olevien lääkkeiden kanssa tulisi tarkistaa, jotta vältetään haitalliset yhteisvaikutukset. Lisäksi pitkäaikaisen käytön vaikutuksia ei ole täysin kartoitettu, mikä voi aiheuttaa huolta joillekin käyttäjille.

Kysymys-vastaus:

Mistä voin ostaa viagraa netistä turvallisesti?

Viagran ostaminen netistä on turvallista, kun valitset luotettavan ja sertifioidun verkkokaupan. Tarkista, että verkkosivusto on turvallinen (https://-alkuinen osoite) ja että se on saanut positiivisia arvosteluja käyttäjiltä. Vältä sivustoja, jotka tarjoavat liian hyviä ollakseen totta -tarjouksia, ja varmista, että sivusto vaatii reseptin.

Miten vertailla eri verkkokauppoja, jotka myyvät viagraa?

Paras tapa vertailla eri verkkokauppoja on lukea käyttäjäarvosteluja ja luottaa arvostettuihin lääkäri- ja lääkearvostelusivustoihin. Kiinnitä huomiota toimitusaikoihin, hintoihin, asiakaspalvelun laatuun ja siihen, onko kauppa CE-sertifioitu. Myös ystävien ja tuttujen kokemukset voivat olla hyödyllisiä.

Voiko netistä ostettu viagra olla epäaitoa tai vaarallista?

Kyllä, netistä ostettu viagra voi olla epäaitoa tai jopa vaarallista, jos se on ostettu epäluotettavasta lähteestä. Varmista aina, että ostat lääkkeitä luotettavasta ja laillisesti toimivasta verkkokaupasta, joka vaatii reseptin ja noudattaa lääkemääräyksiä. Epäaidot tuotteet voivat sisältää haitallisia ainesosia tai olla tehottomia.

Onko kokemus viagran käytöstä netistä ostettuna samanlainen kuin lääkärin määräämänä?

Viagran käytön kokemus voi olla sama riippumatta siitä, ostaako sen netistä vai apteekista, kunhan tuote on aito ja oikea annostus on todettu sopivaksi lääkärin toimesta. On kuitenkin tärkeää neuvotella lääkärin kanssa ennen viagran käyttöä ensimmäistä kertaa, jotta varmistetaan oikea käyttö ja mahdollisten sivuvaikutusten hallinta.

Kuinka voin varmistaa, että netistä ostettu viagra on aito?

Voit varmistaa, että netistä ostettu viagra on aito, tarkistamalla verkkokaupan sertifikaatit ja luvat, lukemalla asiakasarvosteluja ja varmistamalla, että kauppa vaatii reseptin. Lailliset apteekit ja verkkosivut, jotka myyvät aitoja lääkkeitä, tekevät tämän. Jos sinulla on epäilyksiä tuotteen aitoudesta, ota yhteyttä apteekkiin tai lääkäriisi.

Kuinka tehokasta Viagra on ja onko siitä oikeasti hyötyä?

Viagra, jonka vaikuttava aine on sildenafiili, on kliinisesti testattu ja tehokas lääke erektiohäiriön hoitoon. Monet käyttäjät ovat raportoineet positiivisista kokemuksista, kuten parantuneesta erektiosta ja lisääntyneestä seksuaalisesta tyytyväisyydestä. Tulokset voivat kuitenkin vaihdella yksilöllisesti, ja on tärkeää keskustella lääkärin kanssa mahdollisista sivuvaikutuksista ja sopivuudesta ennen käytön aloittamista.

Onko turvallista ostaa Viagraa netistä kokemuksiin perustuen?

Viagraa voi turvallisesti ostaa netistä luotettavista ja hyvin arvostelluista apteekeista. On tärkeää varmistaa, että verkkokauppa on laillinen ja että lääke on aito. Suosittelemme lukemaan muiden käyttäjien kokemuksia ja arvosteluja ennen ostopäätöksen tekemistä. Lisäksi kannattaa tarkistaa, onko verkkokaupalla viranomaisten hyväksyntä ja lisenssit kunnossa. Epäilyttävän halvalla myytävät lääkkeet voivat olla väärennöksiä ja vaarallisia käyttää.

Sony’s New ULT POWER SOUND Series Unveiled

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Sony

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23 August 2024

Sony’s New ULT POWER SOUND Series Unveiled — Koji Sekiguchi - Deputy Director, Marketing Division, Sony Middle East and Africa

South African music is having its moment in the sun and to help celebrate, Sony launched its new ULT POWER SOUND Series. This fiesta of ULTimate sound was hosted on the 22^nd of August, at The Greenhouse in Sandton.

The event was nothing short of epic, featuring incredible performances by content creator and music artist Ghost Hlubi, Magatsela More, as well as the hilarious and talented PD Jokes. The party then took it to the dance floor as Ghost Hlubi showed everyone how a pro gets down when he unleashed his #SonyULTChallenge moves. A dance challenge competition that was launched on social media by Ghost Hlubi, in collaboration with Sony. The competition saw Given Makua being crowned as the winner at the launch event, competing with Ghost Hlubi on stage and walking away with a brand-new Sony ULT FIELD 1

South Africa’s growing music industry shows that it’s the home of massive bass and ultimate vibes

The breakout success of music genres such as Amapiano, Bacardi, and Hip Hop have everyone’s ears glued to what’s happening in Mzansi’s music scene. Artists like Kabza De Small, Black Coffee, Focalistic, and many others, are also flying the flag high for South African sound across the globe. Wherever you look, it is our time. With the launch of the ULT POWER SOUND Series, Sony is setting a new standard in audio experiences to bring music lovers and party starters massive bass and ultimate vibes.

Here’s a closer look at what the ULT POWER SOUND Series offers:

ULT TOWER 10: The powerhouse of the series, the ULT TOWER 10 is designed for those who want to feel the bass in their bones, where you’re hosting a braai for your friends and family or getting ready for the coming spring and summer parties. With massive bass, 360° Party Sound, 360° Party Light, wireless mic and karaoke features, it’s perfect for house parties and events where you want to turn up the volume and let the music take over.

The ULT TOWER 10 can seamlessly connect to your TV or even pair to multiple Bluetooth devices at the same time, meaning you can switch between listening to different devices at the touch of a button. The speaker’s 25-hour battery life means that you will have all day to hit that ULT button for an extra bass boost.

ULT FIELD 7: Versatility at its best, the ULT FIELD 7 is ideal for both indoor and outdoor settings. With punchy bass, expressive lighting, a waterproof and dustproof design, 30-hour battery life and karaoke and guitar connectivity, it’s your go-to speaker for any occasion, ensuring the party follows you wherever you go. It also features the ULT button for party starters who are looking for massive bass boosts at the touch of a button.
ULT FIELD 1: Equipped with a compact multi way strap, the compact but mighty ULT FIELD 1 delivers exceptional sound quality in a smaller package. It’s perfect for more intimate gatherings or personal use. With 12 hours of battery life and coming in four different colours, it proves that big things really do come in small packages. With its portable design and ULT button for that huge bass boost, it’s perfect for on-the-go music lovers.
ULT WEAR: The future of portable sound, ULT WEAR lets you take your music on the go with ultimate comfort and style. Whether you’re jogging, commuting, studying or just hanging out, ULT WEAR ensures you never miss a beat and with the ULT button feature, it will also give you the bass boost you’ve been looking for.

Whether you’re dancing the night away to sounds of Amapiano, Bacardi, HipHop and more, the ULT POWER SOUND Series is here to enhance every note and beat. It’s not just about hearing the music—it’s about feeling it, living it and sharing it.

Are legislative delays stumbling SA’s online gambling industry?

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Sihle Bulose and Zanrie Linstrom

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23 August 2024

Are legislative delays stumbling SA’s online gambling industry? — Sihle Bulose, Director, Corporate and Commercial and Zanrie Linstrom, Candidate Attorney, Corporate and Commercial, CMS South Africa

If you are an avid sports fan, you cannot help but have noticed the rise of sports betting over the past few years. Companies in the sector sponsor some of South Africa’s biggest tournaments, professional teams, and stadiums. They also advertise extensively and have moved beyond straightforward betting, releasing a host of gaming products that mirror the mechanics of online casino games.

The same is not, however, true of online casinos in general. There are no big sponsorships, no averts on billboards, primetime TV slots, or even in your social media feed. The reason for that is because, while online sports betting is legal in South Africa, online gambling (save for sports betting) is not. That, in turn, is down to a piece of legislation that has been locked in stasis for the best part of 16 years.

The delay means that South Africa has not developed an online gambling industry, save for sports betting. In the intervening years, however, players in other parts of the world have built substantial operations, with the global casino market now worth in excess of US$60 billion.

Understanding the legislative delay

The legalisation and regulation of interactive games was initially provided for in the National Gambling Amendment Act, 2008 (“2008 Amendment Act”) which was approved by the national assembly in July 2008. However, its commencement date is yet to be proclaimed by the president. In light of the delay in the commencement of the 2008 Amendment Act, a private members bill, the Remote Gambling Bill, 2024 (“Remote Gambling Bill”) has been introduced to parliament and is currently before the national assembly. The Remote Gambling Bill aims to regulate interactive gambling and to provide for uniform norms and standards in respect of remote gambling.

The 2008 Amendment Act was intended to amend the National Gambling Act, 2004 (“Act”), which allows for online betting but not gambling. The Act provides that no one may participate in or make available interactive games unless they are authorised in terms of the Act or other national legislation. It defines an interactive game as a gambling game that can only be accessed over the internet, other than games that can only be played within licenced premises. A gambling game is a game in which a participant pays consideration with the chance that the participant might become entitled to or receive a pay-out. The outcome of a gambling game is dependent on the skill of the player or chance (or both). The main difference between sports betting and the forms of interactive betting not currently permitted is the fact that sport betting outcomes depend solely on chance (as opposed to the skill of a player).

Accordingly, any online bets placed on events with uncertain or unknown outcomes (such as sports betting), are not prohibited. In essence, placing bets on uncertain outcomes like the results of a football match, can be done remotely over the internet. However, an online card-based game that one would usually play in a casino (where there is consideration paid for a potential pay-out), would usually be classified as a prohibited interactive game. The Supreme Court of Appeal has in Casino Enterprise v Gauteng Gambling Board ruled that internet casinos based in other countries which make available gambling games in South Africa contravene section 11 of the Act.

The Remote Gambling Bill aims to eliminate that discrepancy by categorising all forms of betting that take place through remote communication (internet, mobile phone, radio, television etc) as remote gambling. That includes gambling on virtual gambling games, engaging in person-to-person gambling, equal chance gambling, gambling games, and sports betting. The Remote Gambling Bill deals with all forms of gambling in a uniform manner, irrespective of whether such gambling takes the form of online betting or other types of online gambling.

The Remote Gambling Bill will apply to any provider who makes available remote gambling activities within South Africa even if the remote gambling equipment is located outside of the country, as well as any player situated outside of the country that has registered as a player with a South African remote gambling operator. This is consistent with the findings of the court in Casino Enterprise v Gauteng Gambling Board.

Winning and remittances

Both the Remote Gambling Bill and the Act make provision for the paying out of prize money to international players and for South Africans to be paid out if they win on an international site, subject to exchange control regulations and tax legislation.

The operator is required to hand over the funds to the state. The Remote Gambling Bill provides for a similar process in respect of both monetary prizes and non-monetary prizes, where there is no player account.

The Remote Gambling Bill on the other hand provides for the issuing of interactive gambling licences by the relevant provincial authority where the applicant’s place of business is or will be located.

Despite the issuing of provincial licences under the Remote Gambling Bill, a licence holder will be allowed to make remote gambling activities available outside the province where they hold a licence, and persons situated outside said province or even outside South Africa may register as players. This would allow interactive gambling providers to essentially choose a provincial authority wherefrom they wish to apply for a licence and set up their business in that province.

Vital certainty

Regardless of whether the 2008 Amendment Act or the Remote Gambling Bill is passed first, signing either into law would provide critical certainty. It would also allow for the establishment of South African online casino companies capable of competing in one of the world’s fastest-growing industries.

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Kysymys-vastaus:

Mistä voin ostaa viagraa netistä turvallisesti?

Miten vertailla eri verkkokauppoja, jotka myyvät viagraa?

Voiko netistä ostettu viagra olla epäaitoa tai vaarallista?

Onko kokemus viagran käytöstä netistä ostettuna samanlainen kuin lääkärin määräämänä?

Kuinka voin varmistaa, että netistä ostettu viagra on aito?

Kuinka tehokasta Viagra on ja onko siitä oikeasti hyötyä?

Onko turvallista ostaa Viagraa netistä kokemuksiin perustuen?

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