Articles by Richard Cutcher

Articles by Richard Cutcher, Page 51

Wed, December 5th, 07:14 · Richard Cutcher

Johannesburg conference to tackle Africa’s readiness for digital migration

A conference aimed at “future proofing” the African digital migration will be held in Johannesburg in February. → Read more
Tue, December 4th, 08:23 · Richard Cutcher

Sanitation Hackathon winners believe political will is main obstacle between technology and citizens

A diverse group of ten innovators are calling on the City of Cape Town to give their technology a chance to solve the region’s toilet problems. → Read more
Mon, December 3rd, 14:19 · Richard Cutcher

Broken toilet reporting device wins Cape Town’s Sanitation Hackathon

Sanitation experts, software developers, journalists and students were among 60 people trying to tackle Cape Town’s toilet problems at the city’s Sanitation Hackathon at the weekend, which was won by an SMS application for reporting broken toilets. → Read more
Fri, November 30th, 15:11 · Richard Cutcher

Online access to Cape Town’s planning projects launched

A new website launched by the City of Cape Town is aiming to give easier access to all planning and building information. → Read more
Fri, November 30th, 13:55 · Richard Cutcher

Johannesburg accelerator chief urges venture capitalists to be more visible

Better education for young innovators and venture capitalists marketing themselves more effectively are the keys to awakening the entrepreneur scene in South Africa, according to the founder of a new accelerator. → Read more
Fri, November 30th, 10:42 · Richard Cutcher

Cameroon farmers’ mobile app set to send vital information to thousands

A farmer’s son has developed SMS technology inspired by TweetDeck in partnership with Cameroonian agriculture agencies to efficiently connect the industry and spread information. → Read more
Fri, November 30th, 07:40 · Richard Cutcher

Talks begin to bring Start-Up Chile model to South Africa

The Western Cape Government is “seriously interested” in investing in international start-ups to entice them to base, register and grow their company in Cape Town. → Read more
Thu, November 29th, 12:56 · Richard Cutcher

ICASA reports to Government on digital migration, but still no deadline

The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) has still not set itself a new target for the switchover from analogue to digital, despite being one year behind its ambitious deadline. → Read more
Thu, November 29th, 08:51 · Richard Cutcher

Last chance for African entrepreneurs to win US$100,000 investment backed by UN

The deadline for applications to a competition led by the United Nations which will award US$150,000 in investment to African entrepreneurs is tomorrow. → Read more
Wed, November 28th, 15:31 · Richard Cutcher

Battle between smartphone giants and their patents resurface

Nokia has filed lawsuits against Blackberry-maker RIM in three countries as the smartphone patent wars erupt again, with Ericsson having reportedly filed a suit against Samsung. → Read more
Wed, November 28th, 13:44 · Richard Cutcher

Nashua Mobile and Wireless G’s “uncapped” WiFi capped at 3GB, customers will be “throttled”

South African mobile users are being offered “uncapped” Wi-Fi access for R39 (US$4.50) a month, but the providers have admitted users will be “throttled” if they use too much data. → Read more
Tue, November 27th, 14:01 · Richard Cutcher

Clean techies set to tackle dirty problem in Cape Town

With 2.5 billion people worldwide lacking access to proper sanitation, a toilet inspired hackathon will take place in 14 countries this weekend (December 1 and 2). → Read more
Mon, November 26th, 15:49 · Richard Cutcher

South Africa’s e-tolling bill put on hold

The proposed e-tolling system for South Africa’s roads has suffered a setback after the African National Congress (ANC) postponed a parliamentary debate. → Read more
Fri, November 23rd, 15:10 · Richard Cutcher

Opposition leader says her party is gearing up for the technology revolution

An opposition leader in South Africa’s Parliament believes social media and increasing mobile phone penetration will play a “pivotal role” in future general elections. → Read more
Fri, November 23rd, 10:36 · Richard Cutcher

Churches flock to sign up for voice activated social media service to engage with followers

An unlikely group of clients has emerged for a social media start-up in South Africa which expects to sign up 500,000 users over the weekend. → Read more
Thu, November 22nd, 13:01 · Richard Cutcher

Start-up hoping to remove the online payment risk for major retailers

Consumers can now shop online or with their mobile without giving the retailer any of their sensitive credit or debit card details. → Read more
Tue, November 20th, 13:20 · Richard Cutcher

Roads agency says Pretoria e-tags fraud allegations were a hoax, but roadside e-tolling now illegal

An independent investigation into claims traffic officers were forcing motorists into registering for e-tags has found the allegations “unfounded”. → Read more
Tue, November 20th, 11:18 · Richard Cutcher

Technology truck, nicknamed ‘The Hulk’, to patrol Cape Town roads to tackle traffic offenders

A mobile traffic centre, featuring an IBM server, five computers, televisions, speakers and air conditioning, is on the hunt for road abusers. → Read more
Tue, November 20th, 09:19 · Richard Cutcher

Cape Town service complaints to be dealt with by SMS and email

The City of Cape Town is embracing technology to keep its residents informed of how their complaint is being dealt with. → Read more
Mon, November 19th, 13:24 · Richard Cutcher

City of Cape Town leads social media charge as authorities look to connect with electorate

Government authorities in South Africa are tapping into the growing volume of people who use Facebook and Twitter as an instant source of information. → Read more