Tech Reviews
The New Mercedes-Benz CLA “Night Edition” Arrives in South Africa
Striking MANUFAKTUR Alpine Grey finish, a colour that perfectly accentuates the sporty character and sleek design. The Night Package, a standard fitment on this model is a bold treatment of gloss-black accents.
The making of SA’s medical aid crisis
As of this month, South African medical aid scheme contributions have increased by between 6–9% - nearly triple the Council for Medical Schemes' recommended 3.3% guideline. While lower than last year's double-digit surge, the underlying problem remains: premiums keep...
The green transition’s hidden risk: Securing renewable energy infrastructure while the light shines
By Martin Fernandes, Business Development Manager (Africa), Operational Technology at Fortinet As we celebrate the International Day of Clean Energy, South Africa's energy grid stands at the cusp of a historic transformation. Distributed renewable generation at...
Nissan and Chery SA reach agreement over the acquisition of Nissan South Africa’s manufacturing assets
Chery SA to purchase Nissan factory in Rosslyn and nearby stamping plant. Majority of associated Nissan employees to be offered employment by Chery SA. Nissan to continue offering new products and services in South Africa through sales and distribution operations.
Equipping the Youth in Today’s Job Market
Young people make up more than half of the world’s population and are widely recognised as a driving force behind innovation and social change. Yet in South Africa, they remain the most excluded from opportunity. Nowhere is this more visible than in the moment after...
AIoT drives transformation in manufacturing and energy industries
New study sponsored by SAS shows tangible business value despite challenges
South African photographer, Lee-Ann Olwage, announced as Fujifilm GFX Challenge Grant Program winner
Global Grant winner, Lee-Ann Olwage, receives $10 000 for her project Weaving Stars and Palm Leaves and is set to travel to Morocco alongside the Fujifilm GFX100RF large format camera.
The car that changes the game – meet the new, all-electric Volvo EX60
Volvo Cars’ first-ever EX60 is a new benchmark in electric performance, safety, and efficiency. The all-new Volvo EX60 is available with three electric powertrain variants: the P12 AWD Electric offering up to a class-leading 810 km of range, the P10 AWD Electric delivering up to 660 km, and the rear-wheel drive P6 Electric providing up to 620 km.
Huawei says the next wave of infrastructure investment must include people, not only platforms
Skills ecosystems become part of infrastructure planning as countries race to build digital competitiveness
How 2026 will stitch together the future of payments
By Ramon Villarreal, global architect and payments lead, Financial Services, Red Hat Looking back on the payments industry in 2025, the year was defined by the long-anticipated completion of SWIFT’s global migration to the ISO 20022 messaging standard, as well as the...
There are two sets of data keys to the castle now: Why you must train your AI agents just as hard as your employees
As Data Privacy Day approaches on 28 January, the conversation around protecting information has shifted yet again. For years, the mantra was simple: train your people. But in 2026, the workforce has expanded. We have arrived at a point where we are managing the...
Digitalisation raises the stakes on trademarks
Digitalisation has transformed trademarks from a compliance formality into a critical commercial asset, directly affecting digital trust, brand value and customer acquisition as businesses face rising risks such as impersonation, AI-driven misuse and online fraud....
Sony Unveils LinkBuds Clip Open Earbuds
New clip-type open earbuds feature Always-on clip design that lets you hear your surroundings and your music at the same time
TikTok Ad Awards 2025: Announcing South Africa’s Most Creative Campaigns of the Year
TikTok is proud to announce the South African winners of the TikTok Ad Awards 2025 for the METAP (Middle East, Turkey, Africa, Pakistan and South Asia) region. The ceremony, held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, recognised the most innovative, authentic and effective...
How to make your financial resolutions stick in 2026
January often starts with good intentions - and a bank balance that tells a different story. After the festive season, many South Africans feel financially stretched, yet hopeful that this will be the year they finally stick to their financial resolutions. The...
Crypto in 2026: what to expect
By Christo de Wit, Country Manager, Luno Thursday, 22 January 2026: The first weeks of 2026 have delivered a strong signal about the crypto year ahead. Crypto markets have broadly rallied, with many assets showing price jumps of more than 10% over seven days. Bitcoin...
The Rise of the Durable Smartphone: How HONOR is Making Unbreakable Toughness the New Quality
A cracked smartphone screen is no longer just an inconvenience. It is a budgeting event, a productivity hit. For many in Mzansi it is strong reason to delay an upgrade. That is one of the reasons why HONOR's popularity has continued to grow in South Africa. The HONOR...
Kaspersky detected a scam exploiting OpenAI’s teamwork features
Kaspersky has detected a scam tactic leveraging the OpenAI platform. Attackers are abusing OpenAI's organisation creation and team invitation features to send spam emails from legitimate OpenAI addresses, potentially tricking users into clicking scam links or calling...
Hyundai Automotive South Africa Announces Strategic Partnership with Rugby Icon John Smit
Hyundai Automotive South Africa has officially announced a strategic partnership with former Springboks Rugby World Cup-winning captain, John Smit. The company made the announcement at their Hyundai Centurion dealership, attended by leading sporting, motoring and...
Bolt for Business records strong growth in 2025 and expands corporate mobility access through Stellr partnership in South Africa
Bolt for Business closed 2025 with strong momentum in South Africa, driven by growing demand for corporate mobility solutions and strategic partnerships that improve access and flexibility for businesses and their employees. The platform continued to scale across...
