Tech Reviews
The state of cloud-native security 2026: Maturity gaps and the automation mandate
Hybrid cloud security isn’t just getting harder – it’s reaching a breaking point. While security has always been a race without a finish line, Red Hat’s 2026 State of Cloud-Native Security Report reveals that many organizations are now trapped in a cycle of controlled chaos. To break free, teams must move beyond reactive firefighting and anchor their strategy in the foundational security practices and policies that turn security from a bottleneck into a baseline.
Infobip South Africa appoints Lauren Potgieter as new Country Manager
Infobip South Africa, a communication platform for businesses and a leader in omnichannel customer engagement, has appointed Lauren Potgieter as Country Manager in a strategic move to accelerate growth and strengthen its position as a trusted partner in digital...
Petrol pain is driving South Africans into Chinese hybrids
Fuel pressure pushes South Africans toward hybrids, with Chinese brands well placed to benefit
How real-time data is reshaping SME funding in South Africa
By David Reynders, CTO at Merchant Capital If you run a small business in South Africa, you are already inside a digital ecosystem. Transactions flow through point-of-sale systems, card machines settle revenue, and accounting software tracks supplier payments and...
The Suite Spot: a practical guide to business AI agents
By Nazia Pillay, Managing Director: Southern Africa at SAP AI agents have moved from sci-fi to C-suite. From managing customer support workflows to orchestrating complex supply chains, agentic AI is redefining how businesses operate, respond, and grow. These...
World Health Expo returns to Johannesburg, bringing global healthcare leaders back to Africa’s commercial hub
South Africa remains one of Africa's most developed healthcare markets, with healthcare expenditure accounting for approximately 8.8% of GDP[1] and a rapidly evolving medical technology sector supporting hospitals, laboratories and healthcare providers across the...
The invisible engine: What actually happens inside the Data Centres Powering South Africa?
By Herman de Vries, Chief Executive Officer at ASI Connect Every time you tap a banking app, stream a movie in 4K, or ask an AI to draft an email, a silent chain reaction begins. Your request doesn't vanish into a vague "cloud" it physicalises, travelling at lightning...
Ericsson appointments Siseko Ngxola as Country Head of South Africa
Ericsson today announces the appointment of Siseko Ngxola as Head of Ericsson South Africa. The appointment reaffirms Ericsson’s dedication to the South African market by placing a seasoned executive with deep local and international industry experience at the...
Why AI voice agents are being met with open arms
By Bruce von Maltitz, CEO of 1Stream For years, the South African contact centre industry has been building the foundations of digital customer service. While the traditional automated systems that aided them have served us well, we have now reached a massive turning...
Soweto-Based Tech Entrepreneur Marks 10-Year Knowledge Journey with Launch of AI-Powered Business Operating System Set to Disrupt SME Software and Advisory Industries
After more than a decade of research, coaching, writing, and testing practical SME development strategies, Soweto-based digital transformation expert and tech entrepreneur KK Diaz has officially launched an advanced AI-powered Business Operating System (BOS) designed...
No degree, no problem: Five career choices for school leavers
The 2025 South African matric results saw a record 88% of school leavers ready to enter the academic or working worlds, great news for young people ready to embrace an exciting future, and for employers looking to welcome new skills in the professions, trades and in...
ASUS Appoints bolttech Repairs South Africa as Nationwide Service Partner
The partnership, which went live on 1 March 2026, strengthens ASUS’s after-sales support by providing carry-in and courier repair services for ASUS devices, including ExpertBook and ExpertCenter business PCs.
4 Essential insurance solutions Every SME should have
By Etienne Fourie, Chief Sales Officer at BrightRock For South Africa's small and medium enterprises (SMEs), sustainable growth depends on more than sales and cash flow. Strategic risk management – especially business insurance – is often overlooked, yet it's one of...
The rise of the no-IT nation: why Mzansi’s SMEs can’t afford old ways of working
There was a time when having an IT department, or at least a trusted technician on call, was seen as a sign that a business had found its feet. Servers were installed in back rooms. Software lived on individual machines. Updates were disruptive. Security was reactive....
Dell PowerScale: Scaling with confidence amid supply constraints
Why flash-only platforms from VAST Data and Pure Storage are being tested by industry-wide supply constraints – and how Dell PowerScale is built to deliver.
Agentforce for Small Business is Now Built Into Salesforce Suites
Small business teams are under pressure to move fast — often while wearing multiple hats and juggling customer conversations across sales, service, and marketing. You already have data about your customers, but turning that information into clear next steps —...
How smartphones are remaking retail
By Ernst Wittmann, TCL Regional Manager for Southern & East Africa and Global Operator Account Manager for Africa Online commerce is no longer new to the South African market, with research from World Wide Worx indicating that ecommerce surpassed R130 billion in...
Toyota South Africa – NEW ERA FOR TGRSA AS GR YARIS DEBUTS AT ALL-TAR SEASON OPENER
TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa (TGRSA) is set to embark on an exciting new chapter as the 2026 South African National Rally Championship (NRC) gets underway at the ICAM All-Tar Rally this weekend. The season opener marks a significant shift for the team, which will...
5 Reasons You’re Overpaying for Tech (Unless You Know About This Secret Acer Link)
1. The Free Gift; You Actually Want - Forget the cheap stickers or branded pens. Acer is giving away True Wireless Ear Buds. Whether you're drowning out the noise in a campus library or taking a Zoom call from a coffee shop, these are a R1,000+ value added to your...
Changan South Africa – Changan UNI-S Set To Disrupt In South Africa’s Toughest SUV Segment
The mid-size SUV category is dominated by established leaders, making it one of the toughest battlegrounds in the local market.
Changan is set to enter South Africa’s most competitive vehicle segment with the launch of the globally acclaimed UNI-S.
