Stories of note Bytes from the digital world First it was Duduzane Zuma’s SMSes prompting former deputy finance minister Mcebisi Jonas to attend a meeting with the Guptas. Now it is Ngoako Ramatlhodi. Duduzane Zuma has been doing his bit to advance his and the Guptas’ interests. Eskom staff welcome returning CEO Brian Molefe as he promptly punts nuclear. Spare a thought for the humiliated woman aboard a South African Airways (SAA) flight that had to turn back to fetch a seatbelt extension. In my opinion Matters of debate The Eskom board and its chairperson must explain why they granted Brian Molefe an early retirement package knowing it was unlawful to do so. Africa’s internet connectivity is fast catching up with that of its developed counterparts, allowing for innovations such as ConnectMed. This allows patients to access doctors via a video link (such as Skype) on their computers, tablets or smartphones and to get prescriptions, sick notes and referrals. Here are a couple of reas...

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