Tech Reviews
South Africans choose Capitec when travelling abroad R1 billion spent in just six months
South Africans are making smarter travel choices according to new data from Capitec. Between March and August 2025, Capitec clients made 1.9 million international card payments, a 24% year-on-year increase, and collectively spent R1 billion using their Capitec cards...
South Africa’s podcast boom puts local voices on the map
Podcasts have quietly moved from the margins of South African media to become a serious force. What was once a niche format is now a mainstream habit, with 66% of South Africans listening to an hour or more of podcasts each week, well above the global average of 41%....
NEW, INTEGRATED HINO AND MITSUBISHI MOTORS COMPANY NAMED ARCHION
Steady progress is being made with the integration of two Japanese truck and bus manufacturers, Hino Motors and Mitsubishi Fuso. The new holding company under which the Hino and Fuso brands will operate has been named Archion. It will have its headquarters in Tokyo,...
THE HYPE IS REAL…the NAG BYOC LAN is on overdrive
The BYOC LAN at rAge 2025 is gearing up to be an unmissable weekend of gaming glory. Taking place from the 5th to the 7th of December (with an early start on the 4th of December for Super Pass holders) at the all-new Fourways Mall Level 8 venue in Johannesburg, this...
Data Centres Face a Cooling Crisis as AI Demand Surges
By Dean Wolson, General Manager - Africa - Lenovo Infrastructure Artificial intelligence is advancing not only industries but also the physical infrastructure that powers the digital economy. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), inside a modern data...
Kaspersky launches online course for universities to integrate cybersecurity knowledge in curriculums
Kaspersky has launched ‘Cybersecurity: Entry Level’, a new free online course designed to introduce first- and second-year university students of all technical and non-technical specialties to the fundamental concepts of information security. The course aims to help...
AI-Powered Customer Success: The Dell AI Factory with NVIDIA
By Jonathan Allmayer, Senior Account Executive, Dell Technologies South Africa The Dell AI Factory with NVIDIA has fuelled innovation, groundbreaking achievements and transformative customer success stories. One year ago, we launched the Dell AI Factory with NVIDIA, a...
The AI-Driven Shift in Data Centre Strategy
By Wiaan Vermaak, Group Chief Commercial Officer at Digital Parks Africa Modern data centres are evolving into agile, high-efficiency ecosystems designed to meet rising digital demands. What started as basic mainframe storage has transformed into globally distributed,...
South African Women Redefine Car Culture with ‘Micro-Modding’
Forget chrome rims, today’s car lovers want daisy air fresheners and custom armrests, with e-commerce platforms making accessory shopping easier than ever.
WeThinkCode_ Welcomes Collective X as Strategic Partner to Accelerate South Africa’s Digital Talent Ecosystem
WeThinkCode_, South Africa’s leading software engineering academy, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Collective X, a national coordinating intermediary committed to unlocking scalable, demand-driven digital skills development. This collaboration marks...
Volkswagen presents the next generation Transporter
The new Transporter offers significantly more space, a higher payload and higher towing capacities. Three new 2.0 TDI engines (81 kW, 110 kW, 125 kW) with six- or eight-speed gearboxes, and optional 4MOTION all-wheel drive.
Why South African companies must adopt closed AI to safeguard data and stay ahead of regulations
By Akhona Nkalitshane, Business Development Manager, Altron Arrow South African companies are currently in a position of having to decide whether to adopt open or closed artificial intelligence (AI) systems, a decision that goes beyond price or technical merit and...
Quick review: Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Aura Edition – AI-Ready Elegance for Hybrid Hustlers
The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Aura Edition isn’t just another ultrabook—it’s Lenovo’s answer to the Copilot+ PC era, where AI isn’t a buzzword but a built-in productivity multiplier. With Intel’s Core Ultra 7 256V processor, integrated Arc graphics, and a dedicated NPU...
Everlectric expands footprint, fueling green growth in the Western Cape
Everlectric, South Africa’s leading commercial electric vehicle (EV) fleet solutions provider, is proud to announce its expansion into the Western Cape. This strategic move is aligned with the company’s broader vision to help electrify the country towards a more...
Lenovo Launches GPU Advanced Services to Help Boost AI Workload Performance by Up to 30%
Flexible services streamline GPU deployment and management, helping enterprises accelerate AI adoption, reduce infrastructure risk, and scale with confidence.
Canon enhances imagePRESS V1000 capabilities for increased productivity and flexibility
Demonstrating its continuous innovation, Canon today announces multiple enhancements to its toner-based imagePRESS V1000 production printer, boosting its productivity, reliability, and application versatility. Building on the foundation of more than 700 successful...
Rain the101™ 5G Smart Router
Rain’s the101™ isn’t just a router—it’s a statement piece. With its circular touchscreen, swappable skins, and built-in smart features, it reimagines what a home Wi-Fi hub can be. But does it deliver beyond the aesthetics? Smart Features That Actually Work Touchscreen...
NADA Highlights the Essential Role of F&I Managers in the Mobility Journey of South Africans
As the dawn of Transport Month shifts South Africa’s focus to the role of transport in the country’s development, the National Automobile Dealers’ Association (NADA) is urging South African car buyers to leverage the expertise of the Finance and Insurance (F&I)...
Windows 11 AI PCs: Unlocking the Power of Intel Ultra & Ryzen AI
The PC is no longer just a productivity machine—it’s becoming an intelligent partner. With Microsoft’s Copilot+ PC initiative, Windows 11 now taps into the dedicated Neural Processing Units (NPUs) inside Intel Core Ultra and AMD Ryzen AI processors. These chips are...
One millionth Volvo plug-in hybrid now on road
Volvo Cars reached an important milestone in its electrification journey in September, as it delivered its one millionth plug-in hybrid. The company is transitioning towards becoming a fully electrified car maker, with plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) a significant pillar of...
