3 days ago · Werner De Kock has been named as South Africa’s National Award winner for the Sony World Photography Awards 2025. The National & Regional Awards programme is an initiative set up by Sony and Creo under the World Photography Organisation to support local...

10 hours ago · Technology is key to building a capable state in South Africa. This is the word from South African president Cyril Ramaphosa, giving his annual State of the Nation address last night in Cape Town. “As we work to reform the Public Service and build the capability of the state, we will harness technology to transform […]

13 hours ago · In 2025, South Africa finds itself at the crossroads of a digital revolution, writes Gabriel Swanepoel, country manager of Mastercard Southern Africa. Rapid advancements in technology and shifting consumer expectations are creating opportunities to reshape the nation’s economic future. Among the most transformative forces are the surging growth of e-commerce and the widespread adoption of […]

13 hours ago · When it comes to transforming the economic potential of Africa, artificial intelligence (AI) is anticipated to contribute up to $1,5-trillion to the gross domestic product (GDP) of the continent. By Neda Smith, founder and CEO of Agile Advisory Services A report by the GSMA highlighted more than 90 use cases that could redefine this growth […]

Dec 10, 2024 · Just 18% of organisations in South Africa are fully prepared to deploy and leverage artificial intelligence (AI)-powered technologies, according to the Cisco 2024 AI Readiness Index This underscores the challenges companies face in adopting, deploying, and fully leveraging AI. Given the rapid market evolution and the significant impact AI is anticipated to have on business […]

Jan 3, 2025 · Slight uptick forecast for global car sales: January 3, 2025: Global new light vehicle sales in 2025 are expected to rise 1,7% year-over-year, to 89,6-million units, according to a new forecast by S&P Global Mobility.

Jan 7, 2025 · No longer a mere buzzword, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as the cornerstone of the region’s transformative journey. By Mohammed Amin, senior vice-president: CEEMETA at Dell Technologies In 2024, businesses explored and experimented with GenAI tools, positioning AI as a central driver of operations. The following 12 months promise an era of accelerated digital transformation […]

Nov 5, 2024 · Over the last decade, South Africa has witnessed a dramatic transformation in its digital landscape. By David Coleman, chief product officer at Frogfoot Networks The country has made significant strides, with mobile networks now reaching almost every corner of the nation – according to GSMA Intelligence, mobile connections have achieved an impressive 100% penetration rate, […]

Jan 3, 2025 · As technology continues to evolve, its impact on the way we work, live and innovate grows exponentially. By Doug Woolley, GM and vice-president of Dell Technologies South Africa Artificial intelligence (AI) has moved beyond being just a buzzword. It’s now at the heart of global transformation. From AI-enhanced PCs to advancements in data centre design, […]

Jan 29, 2025 · As Africa emerges as a digital powerhouse, global and local companies are increasingly investing in transformative fields like cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI), and information and communication technologies (ICT). Dr Jannie Zaaiman, secretary-general of Technology Information Confederation Africa (TICON Africa) This wave of innovation presents a unique opportunity for Africa to ...