Tech Reviews
Moving from crisis mitigation to long-term AI sovereignty in South Africa
For today's executives in South Africa, Artificial Intelligence (AI) presents a delicate balancing act. On one side lies the immense pressure to harness AI for economic growth, rapid decision-making, and competitive advantage; on the other lies a complex web of...
A new digital reckoning: Why SA businesses must consider cybersecurity with their physical security
By Rudie Opperman, manager for engineering and training, MEA at Axis Communications Modern security systems have the potential to transform entire industries, helping South African businesses protect people, assets and operations. They also play a broader role in...
Built for distance – how modular edge data centres are powering Africa’s digital leap
By David Borchardt, Head of Architecture and Design at Master Power Technologies With Africa's digital economy stretching far beyond its metros, the traditional model of sprawling data‑centre campuses is no longer adequate. The continent needs infrastructure capable...
Kaspersky: Nearly 5 in 10 victims of tech-enabled abuse know their perpetrator
Kaspersky has launched the second part of its report on tech-enabled abuse based on a global study* of 7,600 respondents around the world. The study reveals that nearly 50% of victims of tech-enabled abuse reported that the perpetrator was someone within their social...
These are the young entrepreneurs tackling South Africa’s employment crisis head-on
As South Africa's youth unemployment crisis persists, young entrepreneurs are stepping in to create the opportunities they can't find, building businesses that not only sustain themselves, but also generate jobs and skills within their communities. With more than four...
Used car sales climb in May as affordability takes centre stage
South Africa’s used car market recorded stronger monthly sales in May, while compact and fuel-efficient models continued to gain ground.
What Declining Youth Defaults Tell Us About South Africa’s Economy – Experian Report
New Experian data shows a year-on-year drop in young consumers (aged 20-29) credit defaults
The Youth CDI improved substantially from 7.21% to 5.79% year-on-year
Youth account for 24% of the adult population but hold just 10% of active credit accounts and only 4% of the country’s R2.39 trillion outstanding credit value
Pnet Job Market Trends Report for June 2026: Jobs for a new generation
Pnet, South Africa’s leading online recruitment platform, has released its Pnet Job Market Trends Report for June 2026, featuring a closer look at the top entry-level job opportunities in South Africa. Based on vacancies posted across the company’s platforms, this...
South Africa’s digital wallet goldrush has a licensing problem
By Paul Wenborn, Product Manager, and Yaaseen Sheik, Company Counsel at Ecentric Payment Systems South Africa’s prepaid card and digital wallet market is valued at $13.5 billion as of 2026, with an anticipated compound annual growth rate of 11.9%, reaching $21.2...
The risk sitting at the edge of South Africa’s agriculture supply chain
By Lucas Molefe, Cybersecurity Expert at ESET Southern Africa Agriculture has become agritech. Over the past few years, technology has eased into everything from yield monitors to climate monitoring to soil sensors and irrigation. Precision agriculture practices, for...
Mercedes-Benz South Africa Announces the New CLA 200: The Intelligence Revolution Meets Combustion
The Cleverest Car in its Class: Premiering the revolutionary, AI-powered Mercedes-Benz Operating System (MB.OS).
Power and Refinement: Local market introduction of the CLA 200 featuring a highly efficient 48-volt High-Tech Hybrid system
Stadium Fever Hits Africa: Acer Africa Unveils Immersive Projector Campaign to Supercharge the Football Season
As South Africa prepares for a winter of high-stakes international football, Acer Africa is ensuring fans don’t just watch the tournament, they feel every tackle, goal, and celebration. Today, Acer Africa announced a major new projector campaign designed to transform...
Nissan South Africa – Rugby icon Cheslin Kolbe appointed as Nissan ambassador
South African rugby icon, double World Cup winner Cheslin Kolbe, has become Nissan Africa’s third and final sports ambassador for 2026, after receiving the keys to his new Navara PRO-4X bakkies at the Nissan Milnerton in Cape Town today. Kolbe returns to South Africa...
MasterDrive South Africa – What your drivers need to know about winter driving
South African winters do not arrive with snowfall or a blizzard warning or any other obvious signal that conditions have changed. Instead, by June the season has quietly shifted into its most unforgiving commute season, yet most drivers are navigating it on autopilot....
2026 SONY FUTURE FILMMAKER AWARD WINNERS ANNOUNCED
The Sony Future Filmmaker Awards have revealed the 2026 winners at a gala ceremony hosted by Emmy-award winner Denny Directo (Entertainment Tonight) in the iconic Sony Pictures Studios Scenic Arts Building in Culver City. Now in its fourth edition, this prestigious...
Uber Brings Matchday Experiences to South African Fans Throughout the World Cup
From the fan zone to the living room, Uber is showing up for World Cup football fans
Speed is the New Competitive Advantage
By Marc Layne, Sales Director, Dell Technologies South Africa Speed is the ultimate differentiator in today's AI-driven world. Success depends on rapid delivery, rethinking ROI, and strong customer relationships. Dell Technologies empowers businesses to adapt and...
FIFA World Cup 2026 Sparks Fan Momentum in South Africa, with 87% of TikTok Users Following Football
As anticipation builds for the FIFA World Cup 2026™, TikTok is emerging as one of the most dynamic platforms for brands looking to connect with South African football fans in meaningful and culturally relevant ways. With football deeply embedded in the nation's...
STUDENTS AS CONSUMERS: WHAT HIGHER ED CAN LEARN FROM NETFLIX, SPOTIFY AND UBER
Students arrive in higher education with mindsets and habits shaped by the digital platforms they use every day. Netflix, Spotify and Uber have normalised daily life experiences that feel simple, personalised, immediate and intuitive, and this has raised students’...
LEPAS L6 Pre-Orders Open 12 June 2026 – First 200 Customers to Receive Exclusive Early Bird Offer
The countdown has begun. At 09:00 tomorrow morning, LEPAS, the premium sub-brand of Chery Group South Africa, will open pre-orders for the all-new LEPAS L6. The first 200 customers will receive an exclusive Early Bird Offer (to be revealed at 09:00 on 12 June 2026)....
