Author: Bells Hardingstone

The Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration is a crucial institution for South African workers and employers. When workplace disputes arise, the CCMA provides a … Read More ›

Load shedding has become an unfortunate reality of life in South Africa. For residents of Johannesburg, knowing when the power will be off is essential … Read More ›

Johannesburg is a sprawling city. While it has public transport options like the Gautrain and Rea Vaya buses, having your own wheels offers freedom and … Read More ›

Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital is one of South Africa’s largest and most prestigious public hospitals. Located in Parktown, Johannesburg, it serves as a major … Read More ›

Park Station is the heartbeat of Johannesburg’s public transport network. Located in the heart of the city centre, it is Africa’s busiest railway station and … Read More ›

You have been with Telkom for a while. Maybe you were drawn in by their competitive data prices. But now you are frustrated. The coverage … Read More ›

You are about to board a flight. Your bags are packed. Your passport is ready. But is your phone ready? If you are travelling outside … Read More ›

You have had your phone for a while now. The screen is scratched. The battery drains by midday. The camera does not compare to the … Read More ›

You have entered your PIN incorrectly. Three times. Now your SIM card is blocked, and your phone displays an ominous message: “Enter PUK” or “SIM … Read More ›

There are many reasons you might want to hide your number when making a call. Perhaps you are calling a client from your personal line … Read More ›

You have been with Vodacom for years. Maybe decades. But lately, you are frustrated. The data bundles are expensive. The reception at your house is … Read More ›

You are standing at a taxi rank. You need to make an urgent call. You open your phone. R0.00. No airtime. No data. No Wi-Fi. … Read More ›

You have just bought a new Vodacom SIM card. You insert it into your phone, wait for signal, and… nothing. No service. Emergency calls only. … Read More ›

You have a Vodacom SIM card. You have purchased a physical airtime voucher from a spaza shop, supermarket, or petrol station. Now you are staring … Read More ›

You have just bought a new Vodacom SIM card. Maybe you upgraded to a nano-SIM, switched from another network, or finally convinced a friend to … Read More ›