Tech Reviews

By Fatgie Adams, Head of Credit Risk Solutions, TransUnion Africa The rapidly evolving financial landscape in South Africa is driving greater financial inclusion through innovative consumer credit approaches. At the heart of this mission is the integration of...

Context: Almost 16 years since its first block was mined in 2009, Bitcoin has reached the landmark milestone of $100K per coin, placing the asset at a total market capitalization of over $2T. This also places Bitcoin firmly on the very short list of just seven assets...

South Africa's thriving   technology company, Uber, is excited to launch its Courier Bakkie product offering to drivers and users of the Uber App ("Users"). This offering will also see the 'Uber Package' product taking on a rebrand as 'Courier,' to better align with...

Ford exported 10 574 Rangers in November 2024 – the leading export from South Africa for the month, and the highest figure to date for the current model. November was Ford’s best sales volume since June 2021 on 3 071 units, placing it fourth overall.

Johannesburg & Amsterdam-based Talk360, the leading calling app for Africans abroad, announced the spin-off of its payment platform into a separate entity named "NjiaPay", which will be led by a seasoned team of fintech executives.  In 2022, Talk360 successfully...

Hyundai Automotive South Africa bid a thankful farewell to Deon Sonnekus, General Manager: Corporate Communications, who entered retirement at the end of November 2024. Deon Sonnekus spent 13 years at Hyundai Automotive SA and during that time he enjoyed a favourable...

Creo is pleased to announce the jury of industry-leading experts for the Sony Future Filmmaker Awards 2025, which returns for its third edition at Sony Pictures Studios in Culver City June 2-6, 2025. Established by Creo in partnership with Sony, the Sony Future...

The brand is updating its LANDTREK pickup, thereby strengthening its international presence – notably in Africa, the Middle East and South America. The new PEUGEOT LANDTREK boasts a muscular design, a new 200 HP 2.2-litre Multijet Diesel engine accompanied by new...

ASUS has launched its first shop-in-shop concept stores within Computer Mania outlets, marking a significant step in enhancing the customer experience and showcasing its innovative technology.

Air France-KLM today announces the launch of a new codeshare agreement with South African carrier Airlink (4Z), effective 3 December 2024. This commercial partnership will enhance connectivity for travellers, offering Air France and KLM customers access to an...

By Doron Avni, VP, Public Policy & Government Affairs, Emerging Markets, Google  The dawn of the AI age presents a unique opportunity for Africa. With the right policies, the continent can experience accelerated socio-economic progress. According to a recent study...

“I thought he was safe but I had no idea what he was exposed to right under my nose.”

Range Rover is debuting its newest and most highly crafted SV Bespoke vehicle at Design Miami. Range Rover SV Candeo, which means ‘to shine’ or ‘to glow’ in Latin, is a one-of-one vehicle inspired by the sunrises of the Miami coastline

A new player has entered the South African financial and telecommunications sector: eGroupX, a fintech and connectivity group launched to make financial and telco services more accessible and affordable for millions of people who remain underserved. eGroupX brings...

By Neil Colquhoun The technology industry is in a continuous state of change driven by evolving consumer expectations and pressing global needs. As we approach 2025, Epson envisions a world where technology advances rapidly while prioritising eco-friendly design,...

Few tech brands are as resilient as Huawei. Known for its relentless innovation and pioneering designs, the company has become a major player in the foldable smartphone market. While the broader smartphone market seems to be plateauing, Huawei has made significant...

A new addition to the ASP market, ReveNet introduced their innovative new solution designed to safeguard and potentially boost revenue streams in an increasingly challenging landscape to MNOS during the prestigious Mobile Monday event this week, featuring an expert...

During South Africa’s longest stretch of loadshedding between 2022 and 2024, some citizens used it as an opportunity to direct traffic at busy intersections for tips. Now, as we surpass 200 days without planned power cuts, this income source ended for many. Yet,...

The highly anticipated TopGear South Africa Magazine Awards 2024, in partnership with WesBank, took place last night at The Galleria in Sandton, marking an unforgettable evening in the South African automotive industry. The event, filled with anticipation and...

Defender and long-standing partner Tusk extend their joint commitment to protect endangered species and biodiversity in Africa