Case Studies
Kaspersky appoints Chris Norton as General Manager for Sub-Saharan Africa
Kaspersky has appointed Chris Norton as its new General Manager for Sub-Saharan Africa. With over three decades of IT industry experience, Norton is to drive Kaspersky’s expansion across the continent. This appointment underscores Africa’s importance for Kaspersky as...
Insurance fraud is rising sharply, and South Africans are footing the bill
Insurance fraud is becoming more frequent, more sophisticated and far more costly. In 2023 alone, South African life insurers and investment companies detected 13,074 cases of fraud and dishonesty, a staggering 46% increase from the previous year’s 8,931 cases. Losses...
Africa Health and Medlab Africa Rebrand to WHX Cape Town and WHX Labs Cape Town –Africa’s premier healthcare and lab event
South Africa’s overall healthcare system ranks 50th among 94 countries on the 2024 Global Healthcare Index with 8.6% of its GDP allocated to healthcare, according to the WHO’s Global Health Expenditure Database. With over $115 million generated from 27,458 medical tourism treatments conducted between 2018 and 2023, according to Stats SA, South Africa has emerged as a prominent destination for medical tourism, driven by affordable care, skilled professionals, and high-quality standards.
Samsung’s Real Quantum Dot Technology Powers the Real QLED Experience – Perfect for Every Family
In households where entertainment needs are as varied as those living in them, one thing remains constant; the demand for superior picture quality and versatility. That’s where Samsung’s QLED, powered by 100% Colour Volume real and safe Quantum Dot technology, comes...
Jacques Rikhotso takes the lead as SATMC chairperson, supporting a resilient local tire industry amid ongoing challenges
The South African Tyre Manufacturers Conference (SATMC) has appointed Jacques Rikhotso, Managing Director of Bridgestone Southern Africa, as its new chairperson. The move is aligned with a renewed focus on defending local manufacturing against the growing influx of...
Aleph expands partnership with Spotify to manage Global Advertising Sales in over 80 markets
Aleph, a global network of digital experts innovating at the intersection of media and payments, and Spotify, the world's most popular audio streaming subscription service, today announced an expanded partnership that makes Aleph Spotify's advertising sales partner in...
Don’t Let AI Steal Your Face (or Your Crypto)
Africa’s growing crypto community is facing a new and unprecedented threat: AI-powered fraud. The same technology that powers smarter trading and personalised learning is now being exploited by scammers to mimic voices, generate lifelike deepfakes, and hijack...
Dell Technologies Unveils Next Generation Enterprise AI Solutions with NVIDIA
The Dell AI Factory with NVIDIA delivers new AI solutions that drive innovation for accelerated compute and data processing, streamline operations and achieve faster results at every stage of AI deployment. Upgraded infrastructure, full-stack enterprise AI solutions and managed services are the latest additions to the industry’s first and only end-to-end enterprise AI solution.
Africa is rapidly banking the unbanked: A skills gap is inviting cyberthreats just as quickly
By Doros Hadjizenonos, Regional Director at Fortinet South Africa As African banks continue to bring financial services to millions of the unbanked, an escalating crisis is building: a severe shortage of cybersecurity skills. Cyberattacks now rank among the leading...
Credipple evolves into a talent intelligence platform to close Africa’s digital skills gap
After six years as a talent marketplace, Credipple is positioning itself as a talent intelligence platform that leverages AI-powered simulations to address the global digital skills gap and accelerate access to opportunities for the African youth. “From day one, we...
Acer Introduces Pair of Iconia V Series Tablets, Connect Series 5G CPE, Mobile Hotspot and Dongle
The Acer Iconia V12 and Acer Iconia V11 tablets feature lightweight, all-metal chassis designs, vibrant displays for high-quality entertainment, and up to 10 hours[1] of battery life.
Coega Appoints New Board of Directors for the Coega Development Foundation
The Coega Development Corporation (Coega) is pleased to announce the appointment of a new Board of Directors for the Coega Development Foundation (CDF), marking an important moment in the Foundation’s evolution as a driver of inclusive socio-economic development....
Acer Gadget Unveils New AI-Powered Wearables at COMPUTEX 2025
Debuts the company’s first AI translation earbuds and smart ring for AI-enhanced communication and wellness tracking; Also showcases the latest e-mobility products.
Acer Launches ProCreator Series Monitors; Calman-Verified with Acer Creator Hub Software
Portable monitors and space-saving LED projectors were also announced
Vodacom launches promotional offers on selected plans, with up to 40% in savings
Vodacom has launched a variety of promotional offers, including up to 40% savings on selected 24-month RED Core plans as well as SIM-only mobile broadband packages. The move aims to deliver more value and affordability while keeping customers connected on Mzansi’s...
Acer Expands Aspire AI Series with Six New Copilot+ PCs Powered by Next-Gen Processors
Available in 14- and 16-inch laptop models with various processor options, powering AI solutions for smarter collaboration and productivity
Driving success: Chery South Africa becomes Official Vehicle Partner of Mamelodi Sundowns
Chery South Africa is proud to be the Official Vehicle Partner of Mamelodi Sundowns, one of South Africa’s most decorated and popular football clubs. Known as ‘The Brazilians’ for their bold style of play and their iconic yellow kit, Sundowns have a rich history that...
Departure of SAVCA CEO
The Southern African Venture Capital and Private Equity Association (SAVCA) announces the departure of its Chief Executive Officer, Tshepiso Kobile, who will be pursuing new professional opportunities. The Board extends its appreciation to her for her leadership...
B20 South Africa champions continent-wide growth at Africa CEO Forum – calls for smart investment and policy action
The Africa CEO Forum this week became a powerhouse of bold ideas as Business 20 South Africa (B20 SA), the official G20 business engagement group, explored how the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) can serve as a catalyst for industrialisation, investment...
Acer Unveils Creator-Worthy Swift X Duo with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 Series Laptop GPUs
The new Swift X laptops are powered by the latest processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPUs with NVIDIA Studio Drivers, bringing powerful AI performance to creators