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SA water under pressure – department

Water resources in SA are under "immense pressure" and the department wants to partner with communities to increase protection for wetlands and rivers.

Demand high for Samsung Galaxy SIII

Over 100 global carriers have placed their pre-orders for Samsung's new flagship smartphone, the Galaxy SIII.

Japan launches 1st commercial satellite

Japan has successfully put a South Korean satellite into space, in its first foray into the European- and Russian-dominated world of commercial launches.

Zuckerberg praised ahead of Facebook IPO

Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin has lauded Mark Zuckerberg before the social network's hotly anticipated share offer.

Twitter agrees to adopt privacy option

Twitter will honour requests from users who do not want their online behaviour tracked, the company said, in contrast with web companies such Google and Facebook.

Standard Bank launches NFC card

Standard Bank's Beyond Payments division has officially launched the Muvo card that will pilot in KwaZulu Natal.

China dumping solar cells – US

The US has ruled that China is dumping solar cells into its market at large margins, setting the stage for likely hefty anti-dumping duties on imports from China.

Fish pedicures can cause infections

Getting your feet nibbled by fish can expose you to infections, says a new report.

Green light for SpaceX launch to ISS

SpaceX will launch a rocket to the International Space Station, sending it on a grocery run that could be the shape of things to come.

HTC targets SA with new campaign

Taiwanese mobile phone manufacturer HTC Corporation is targeting South Africa as it launches a new range of devices to gain a foothold into the smartphone market.