Tech Reviews
The future of PC security is a multi-layered and managed one
By Werner Joubert, Commercial SYS Business Director (South Africa & SADC) at ASUS Twenty years ago, enterprise security was straightforward in that enterprise devices never left the premises. Perimeter security proved sufficient as business networks were...
TOYOTA SHARPENS LAND CRUISER 70 SERIES FOR 2026
Toyota South Africa Motors has announced a comprehensive update to the iconic Land Cruiser 70 Series range, headlined by the introduction of a standard service plan across the entire line-up – a significant enhancement that elevates ownership convenience and long-term...
LDV APPOINTS GERHARD MOOLMAN AS NEW CEO
Ambitious growth and dealer-focused strategy in play for LDV South Africa
iGaming’s talent squeeze is based on a need for more senior, technical experts – and it’s largely thanks to AI
As the South African iGaming and technology sectors begin to transition from rapid expansion to operational maturity, companies are on the hunt for experienced technical staff while AI enters among juniors. According to a new research report by SOFTSWISS and...
Xero and Anthropic collaborate to bring AI-powered financial intelligence to millions of small businesses
Multi-year deal to bring Claude into Xero and Xero financial data into Claude.ai- continuously monitoring financials, surfacing insights, and recommending actions
Xero teams adopt Claude Code and Cowork to accelerate product development
This Easter let Sony help you pack light, travel far and post everything
There was a time when travel memories lived quietly in photo albums. That version of travel feels distant now. Today, every trip feels unique, unfolding in real time through snippets, stories and the occasional perfectly framed sunset. As South Africans prepare for...
Stay ahead of sophisticated fraud
By Blessing Mgaga, Executive Head of Financial Crime at Capitec Fraud is changing. More often these days, it starts with a person being convinced rather than a system being hacked. That matters because the biggest risk is often not a technical failure. It is a moment...
Cost pressures reshape Easter travel as road risks shift this long weekend
The upcoming Easter long weekend, marked by a strained economy and rising costs all round, will likely change how South Africans approach travel arrangements this year, says Ashif Black, country representative for inDrive South Africa. “Higher fuel costs resulting...
Quick review of Xiaomi’s Sound Party Bluetooth portable speaker
The Xiaomi Sound Party is a portable Bluetooth speaker that feels purpose-built for South African lifestyles—equal parts braai companion, poolside entertainer, picnic- and block party amplifier. It’s a device that doesn’t just play music; it sets a mood, with its bold...
Cisco Reimagines Security for the Agentic Workforce
isco extends Zero Trust Access to agents with agent discovery in Cisco Identity Intelligence, agentic Identity and Access Management (IAM) in Duo, and model context protocol (MCP) policy enforcement and adaptive risk protection in Secure Access security service edge (SSE).
Carol Ofori Opens Up About the Realities of Raising Kids in a Digital-First World
As screens become ever-present in everyday life, South African parents are facing a new kind of challenge: raising children in a world where the digital and real collide. For award-winning broadcaster and mom, Carol Ofori, navigating this space is a constant balancing...
How much do data centres matter in your day-to-day life?
By Christina Reddy, Head of Data Centre Operations at Amazon Web Services South Africa Behind every app, payment, and streaming moment in South Africa lies one of the most important and least understood places in the modern world: the data centre. With International...
Interest Rates on Hold, but South African Consumers Remain Under Pressure
Following today’s decision by the South African Reserve Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), the latest data from TransUnion points to a consumer environment that remains fragile, with many households continuing to navigate mounting financial pressure. While some...
NADA responds to SARB decision to hold repo rate steady
The National Automobile Dealers’ Association (NADA) notes the South African Reserve Bank’s (SARB) decision to keep the repo rate unchanged, reflecting a cautious stance in an environment of ongoing economic and geopolitical uncertainty. While the decision offers a...
Five Tips for Travelling Smarter with Tech This Easter
FlySafair shares practical, passenger‑friendly advice for a smoother holiday trip
Sony Unveils New BRAVIA Theatre Home Audio Lineup for Enhancing Home Cinema Experience
Designed for both new audio setups or seamless upgrades, Sony’s expanded home audio lineup brings deeper immersion and more powerful performance.
Volkswagen Group Africa: Jonathan Mogotsi qualifies to race 24-hour Nürburgring
Mogotsi earns Nürburgring Permit A Ring Licence. Former Driver Search winner, SupaCup champion qualifies to race 24 Hour Nürburgring in May. Mogotsi will race a Max Kruse Racing Volkswagen Golf 8 TCR.
Mastercard and Scale aim to advance card issuance enablement for fintechs and non-financial institutions across Sub-Saharan Africa
The new phase introduces a single integration model to accelerate the launch of payment programmes across the region
Fuel crunch puts diesel under pressure as South Africans look to electric alternatives
Rising fuel costs are reshaping buyer behaviour, with diesel enquiries falling and interest in battery electric and hybrid vehicles gaining ground.
The great debate: Private capital isn’t one asset class – or is it?
As private markets deepen in South Africa, capital allocators are increasingly consolidating mandates and seeking one-stop-shop managers, but this shift is raising concerns. Some question whether collapsing private capital into a single bucket erodes diversification...
