FNB has expanded its eWallet onto WhatsApp, creating a simpler digital entry point into formal financial services for millions of South Africans. Delivered through WhatsApp, the new eWallet reduces friction for unbanked, underserved, and underbanked users seeking a safe and…
Despite the rapid growth of Africa’s digital economy, domain ownership remains extremely low compared to global markets. Many entrepreneurs are unable to purchase domains due to international payment restrictions or foreign currency requirements. Gebeya announced a strategic partnership with InterNetX,…
Capitec officially launched its in-branch Smart ID service in partnership with the Department of Home Affairs, introducing self-service terminals that allow clients to apply for Smart IDs quickly and conveniently within selected branches. Following a successful piloting phase, the service…
Following the news that MultiChoice will shut down Showmax in South Africa. The announcement marks the end of one of Africa’s most ambitious streaming experiments and signals a broader strategic change within the media giant’s digital operations. Launched in 2015,…
Google has expanded its AI Overviews and AI Mode search tools to support 13 African languages in addition to English, giving millions of users across the continent the ability to explore, learn, and create online in their own languages. This update builds…
“Sorry, I didn’t catch that” – a familiar frustration for millions of Africans using voice technology like Siri and Alexa, where common phrases and names like “No worry, e go better” become “No war eagle butter”, “Wanjiru” becomes “One zero”,…
Bolt South Africa is proud to announce that it has officially registered under South Africa’s newly implemented transport regulations, becoming the first major ride-hailing platform in the country to do so. On 27 February 2026, the National Public Transport Regulator…
In a major step toward the professionalisation of the retail sector and the advancement ofdata-driven retail education, the Retail Institute of South Africa (RISA™) has strengthenedits strategic partnership with IRL Consulting, a globally recognised retail intelligence andgeospatial analytics firm operating…
With just 2 days remaining, anticipation is building for Digital Retail Africa 2026 (#DRA2026). Hosted by IT News Africa in Cape Town in partnership with The Retail Institute of South Africa (RISA) & The E- Commerce Forum of Africa. DRA2026…
Censys, the authority for internet intelligence and insights, has appointed Meriam ElOuazzani as its first dedicated Vice President for the Middle East, Turkey, and Africa (META) region. In her new role, Meriam will lead the company’s end-to-end regional growth strategy,…