Tech Reviews
Huawei Unveils World’s Most Powerful SuperPoDs and SuperClusters
HUAWEI CONNECT 2025 kicks off today in Shanghai. Eric Xu, Huawei's Deputy Chairman of the Board and Rotating Chairman, gave a keynote themed "Groundbreaking SuperPoD Interconnect: Leading a New Paradigm for AI Infrastructure". During the event, Xu unveiled the world's...
JETOUR JOINS FORCES WITH DHL STORMERS AS OFFICIAL VEHICLE PARTNER
Jetour was officially announced as the vehicle sponsor for the DHL Stormers today, a three-year partnership that promises to deliver innovation, passion, and world-class experiences on and off the field. The announcement follows a year of transformation for the DHL...
Acer Powers South Africa’s Growing Gaming Scene with AI-Driven Nitro and Predator Laptops and Exclusive Local Offers
Gaming in South Africa is booming, and Acer Africa is helping more players join the action by delivering powerful, AI-ready laptops with top-tier specs at unbeatable value. The latest Nitro V 15 and Predator Helios Neo laptops bring the performance that local gamers...
Cybercrime has gone corporate and businesses are still treating it like vandalism
By cybersecurity expert and J2 Software CEO John Mc Loughlin Cyber criminals are not sitting alone in a basement somewhere. These are organised business operations and run with the same ruthless discipline you’d expect from any commercial firm. They build strategy,...
Simple charging habits that will extend your Android phone’s battery lifespan
Android smartphones keep getting better all the time, delivering features like larger displays, powerful AI features, faster 4G and 5G connectivity, and richer gaming experiences. But one thing may feel like it hasn’t advanced as quickly – how long your battery lasts...
Acer South Africa launches the new Extensa O14-71: Professional power meets elegant design
Acer today announced the arrival of the all-new Extensa O14-71 laptop in South Africa, designed to empower businesses with professional- grade performance, sleek portability, and cutting-edge AI capabilities. Built for modern professionals, the Extensa O14-71 combines...
Google reaffirms commitment to Africa with new subsea cable connectivity hubs; $9M Fund; and AI tools for students
Google builds on nearly two decades of partnership with infrastructure, learning and innovation and skills announcements, including:
Four strategic subsea cable connectivity hubs in the north, south, east and west regions of Africa – creating new digital corridors within Africa and between Africa and the world. Free one-year subscriptions to Google AI Pro plan for college students (18 or older) across the continent – starting with Egypt, Ghana, Kenya, Morocco, Nigeria, South Africa and Zimbabwe. $9 million for the coming year for African universities and research institutions.
From Blunder to Blackouts: R54 Billion Error Reinforces Need for Reliable Backup Power
South African households are once again footing the bill for Eskom’s missteps. Following revelations that Eskom’s recent electricity pricing application contained a data input error, resulting in a R107 billion revenue shortfall in its generation business, NERSA has...
2026 JURY AND EXHIBITION ANNOUNCED
Judges for the 19th edition of the Sony World Photography Awards announced. Monica Allende returns for third year as Professional competition Jury Chair and London exhibition curator.
Paris to Host Huawei’s “Ride the Wind” Event on September 19, Showcasing the Future of Smart Devices
Huawei to Host Innovative Product Launch Event on September 19 for Groundbreaking Wearables and New Product Lineups
PowerEdge XE7740 with Gaudi 3 breaks barriers to enterprise AI accessibility
The demand for efficient, scalable and cost-effective AI infrastructure has never been higher. To meet this need, Dell introduces the PowerEdge XE7740 server, featuring Intel Gaudi 3 PCIe accelerators – available for the first time today. Dell is proud to be the...
World Patient Safety Day 2025: Protecting Patients From AI-Driven Cyberattacks
Check Point Software Technologies Ltd., a pioneer and global leader of cyber security solutions, Check Point's data-rich report highlights regional trends and real-world examples for the World Patient Safety Day 2025 this week. "On World Patient Safety Day 2025, the...
Maths crisis fuels South Africa’s STEM skills shortage
Quest For Your Best helps learners build confidence – and achieve – in Maths
NIQ State of Retail: Signs of recovery in some sectors, but consumer spending remains cautious
South Africans spent R324.4 billion on FMCG during the first half of 2025
· Traditional trade surges and private label growth abates
· The Technology & Durables market remains flat as smartphone sales decline
Kaspersky introduces a cutting-edge cybersecurity solution designed for medium-sized businesses
Kaspersky is strengthening its flagship product line, Kaspersky Next, with two new innovative solutions: Kaspersky Next XDR Optimum and Kaspersky Next MXDR Optimum, designed specifically for small and mid-sized businesses. These products offer powerful protection,...
GAC South Africa Drops a Ride with Dezemba Energy – Emzoom Collection
Sun out, shades on, playlist pumping and now, GAC South Africa has the perfect ride to match the vibe. Meet the Limited Edition Emzoom Collection: a turbocharged drop that’s got the looks, the moves, and the price tag that won’t drain your December pocket. GAC South...
A TikTok shop away from a digital marketplace business
72% of global eCommerce revenues were transacted in marketplaces, which are first party and third-party sales. Leaving only 28% of revenue generated in online stores. The growth of marketplace shopping is radically shifting the consumer experience and by association,...
Breaking free from burnout by taking the next step in your career
By Michelle Dobson, Head of Brand at Pnet Burnout and unhappiness at work are more common than you think. According to a survey from the South African Depression and Anxiety Group, 60% of respondents wish they could afford to quit their jobs and 50% feel unhappy about...
Qlik Open Lakehouse Now Generally Available, Giving Enterprises Rapid, AI-Ready Data on Apache Iceberg
Qlik Open Lakehouse includes Amazon Athena support and multi-engine access, plus deployment in the customer’s virtual private cloud (VPC) with automatic Iceberg optimisation and built-in data quality and lineage
Why South African businesses must rethink digital resilience
By Pieter le Roux, Head of Cloud Technical and Pre-Sales at Altron Digital Business The familiar ping of a server response once defined business continuity. If the lights on the dashboard were green, operations were deemed healthy. Still, for South African enterprises...
