South Africa’s R495 billion digital economy could grow to R874.5 billion by 2035, according to new independent research that finds Meta’s platforms are contributing an estimated R16.5 billion in annual economic value today, with AI set to add a further…

Bolt has officially launched its Electric Vehicle (EV) category in South Africa, Cape Town, through a strategic fleet partnership with YugoRide. Bolt is planning to scale the category to 500 electric vehicles by December 2026. The company currently operates electric…

In March 2026, a Kaspersky study found supply chain attacks were the most common cyberthreat businesses faced over the prior 12 months, yet only 9% of organisations ranked them as a top concern. To mitigate the risks associated with software supply chain…

For many years, addiction treatment was often viewed through a narrow lens. People were told they simply needed more willpower, stricter discipline or complete abstinence without wider support. While personal responsibility can play a role in recovery, modern understanding recognises…

inDrive has launched cashless payments in South Africa, offering users greater flexibility in how they pay and get paid. The launch reinforces inDrive’s evolution from a cash-first service to a flexible payment model while staying true to its people-driven platform.…

📌 Key Takeaways In my project work, I’ve been called in to rescue apps that looked beautiful in demos but crumbled the moment real users touched them. One fintech app had a gorgeous interface but timed out on every transaction…

WSO2 announced general availability of its API Platform, an open, modular platform uniquely aimed at controlling both traditional APIs and new AI assets, such as AI models, MCP servers, and prompts, from a single control plane. With organizations accelerating the…

AI is no longer a future concept in education. It is already changing how students access knowledge, how teachers plan lessons, and how institutions think about support, curriculum, and skills. UNESCO, OECD, UNICEF, and the World Bank now describe AI…

Bolt has escalated its enforcement against driver profile sharing in South Africa, introducing stricter controls, actively suspending offending drivers, and increasing identity verification checks to multiple times a week as part of a broader push to strengthen rider safety. Driver…

In December 2025, the Royal Government of Bhutan announced something with no clear precedent in sovereign finance: a Bitcoin Development Pledge committing up to 10,000 BTC toward the development of Gelephu Mindfulness City, a new special economic zone in southern…

Choosing an Australian proxy server isn’t about ticking boxes on a feature list. It’s more like picking the right vehicle for a long journey  –  the wrong choice might move, but it won’t get you far without problems. If you’ve…

Ericsson today announces the appointment of Siseko Ngxola as Head of Ericsson South Africa. Ngxola has over 20 years of extensive experience in the telecommunications sector, having held various pivotal roles across different countries and industry segments. His career includes…

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) and the National Bank of Rwanda (NBR) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to develop a license passporting framework for payment service providers (PSPs) operating between Kenya and Rwanda. The framework is intended…

Foundational capabilities such as cloud, business AI, and ERP running on clean-core data strategies will be measured not only by their adoption and use within the business but also by how quickly and effectively they can be unleashed across the…

France’s higher education landscape provides international students with opportunities to experience diverse academic programs and campus life. Decisions about admissions, tuition, and program types can shape your journey through the French university system. Careful research and preparation are necessary to…

FlySafair has introduced new one‑tap payment options in its mobile app, allowing customers to pay for flights quickly and securely using Apple Pay and Google Pay. The new payment methods, powered by Stitch, form part of the airline’s ongoing focus…