Tech Reviews
Canon South Africa Announces Leadership Transition to Drive Imaging Technology & Solutions Growth
Canon South Africa has appointed Tunca Rodoplu as Country Director, effective 1 July 2026. He will lead the company’s strategy and drive growth across the Canon portfolio in Southern Africa. Rodoplu brings extensive regional and commercial experience to the role,...
Acer Introduces Predator Helios 18 AI: The Ultimate Gaming Laptop
Gaming lineup also includes the Acer Nitro 16 laptop, the Acer Nitro Blaze Link streaming handheld device, and accessories for leveling up gaming experiences
Isuzu Motors South Africa Announces Key Leadership Appointments to Strengthen Strategic Growth
Isuzu Motors South Africa (IMSAf) has announced a series of strategic leadership appointments across its Finance, Corporate Services, and Manufacturing divisions, reinforcing the organisation’s commitment to transformation, operational excellence, and long-term...
Acer Expands Lineup of Aspire AI Copilot+ PCs With New Laptops and All-in-Ones
The Acer Aspire X 16 AI laptop includes up to the latest Intel Core Ultra X9 processors with up to 180 platform TOPS, multi-day battery life, advanced cooling, and a thin-and-light chassis.
Binance promotes safe crypto practices as digital asset adoption expands across Africa
Binance, the world’s leading blockchain ecosystem and cryptocurrency infrastructure provider, is calling for greater user awareness across Africa as adoption of digital assets continues to gain pace across the continent. Africa is fast becoming one of the most active...
BLACK BAY CHRONO 39 “BUMBLEBEE”
Who says the latest chronograph in TUDOR’s Daring Watches collection can’t be bright yellow? There are no rules, anyway. Complementing this bold dial is a 39mm diameter case that wears phenomenally, not to mention the fact that it’s now 13.1mm thin. Of course, you...
GWM Prepares to Launch the New ORA 5 Model
Following its first public appearance at GWM South Africa’s annual awards ceremony in March 2026, the all-new ORA 5 is preparing for its official South African debut in July 2026. The ORA 5 introduces a fresh interpretation of the compact SUV segment, combining...
Acer Unveils Comprehensive Lineup of Veriton Workstations and Desktops
New stationary solutions span top performance for advanced agentic AI workflows and compact PCs for everyday office use and digital displays.
NIQ State of the Retail Nation Q1 2026: South African retail benefits from benign inflation
FMCG sales value for Q1 2026 rises 6.5% to R173.6 billion
Traditional trade channels growth outpaces modern trade in several key categories
Average prices drop in tech & durables as consumers defer tech upgrades
Acer’s New Predator and Nitro Monitors Bring Gaming Experiences to Life
Features 3D experiences, DFR technology, 5K clarity, anti-tearing, and 500 Hz refresh rates made accessible
Chery celebrates Tiggo 7 CSH People’s Choice win at 2026 South African Car of the Year
The Chery Tiggo 7 CSH has won the Motor Enthusiast People’s Choice Award at the 2026 Old Mutual Insure Car of the Year, with the public-voted accolade reflecting strong consumer support for the plug-in hybrid SUV.
Acer Broadens Portfolio with Two New Laptops Powered by the Latest Snapdragon Processors
Launches the Swift Spin 14 AI powered by Snapdragon X2 Series processors; Acer also becomes the first PC maker to announce a device powered by the new Snapdragon C processor
TikTok continues to Strengthen Safety Measures in South Africa: More than 1,127,000 million videos removed for violations and over 180,000 LIVE rooms interrupted in Q4 2025
TikTok has released its Q4 2025 Community Guidelines Enforcement Report, highlighting its continuous commitment to fostering a safe and trusted space for its users. In the fourth quarter of 2025, TikTok removed 1,127,931 million videos for violating its Community...
Acer Launches New Swift Air 14 Powered by Latest Intel Core Series 3 Processors
Debuting along with the Swift Spin 14 AI, both thin-and-light laptops maximize AI performance in ultra-mobile form factors
BCG AI at Work 2026_South Africa leads on workplace tech adoption, the opportunity lies in turning time saved into growth
AI is reshaping jobs faster than companies are reshaping work
South Africa shows strong AI adoption and above average productivity gains
Acer Unveils Sub-1kg TravelMate P6 14 AI Business Laptop with New Acer Comfort Touch Design for Premium Luxury on the Move
Lineup also deploys new Intel Core Series 3 processors on business laptops for the first time across form factors
Binance Appoints Sammy Mutua as General Manager for Africa
Binance, the world’s leading blockchain ecosystem and cryptocurrency exchange, has appointed Sammy Mutua as General Manager for Africa, reinforcing the company’s commitment to supporting the growth of digital asset markets across Sub-Saharan Africa. Based in Nairobi,...
Interview travel costs leave many young jobseekers stranded
Youth unemployment remains stubbornly high in South Africa, with many jobseekers facing a range of structural barriers as they look for work. One of the most commonly overlooked obstacles youth from disadvantaged backgrounds face in securing a job are the high costs...
Aions Ventures backs early-stage growth with R100m seed fund
Aions Ventures has launched Aions Seed Fund I, a R100 million seed fund to back early-stage South African technology startups and help bridge the country's gap between early traction and Series A. The fund includes R60 million allocated through the High Impact Seed...
Fuel price volatility is creating a new cross-border challenge for SMEs
South Africa's latest fuel price adjustment, which saw petrol prices increase while diesel prices declined, highlights the volatility that continues to shape business operating costs. For small and medium enterprises (SMEs) involved in cross-border trade, however, the...
