New initiative aims to accelerate venture capital growth in SA
A bold new regulatory initiative aimed at unlocking global capital flows for local startups was unveiled during a panel discussion at the recent SA Venture Capital and Private Equity...
South African EdTech Innovation Honoured on International Children’s Day
As the world marks International Children’s Day on 20 November, South Africa is celebrating a major milestone in early childhood education. Bamba Learn, an innovative learning app created by...
There’s a smarter way to manage your tech budget
Buying laptops and desktops outright ties up cash in assets that lose value fast. Device-as-a-Service (DaaS), also known as full-maintenance rentals, replaces large upfront purchases with a single monthly operating...
Paystack integrates with Xero via Stripe to Transform Payments for South African Businesses
Paystack, a leading African payment gateway, has announced a new integration through Stripe with Xero, the global small business platform, to digitise invoicing and make it easier for small businesses...
Google Launches AI Skilling Blueprint as Part of Broader Africa-Focused AI Initiatives
Today, Google launched the AI Skilling Blueprint for Africa, a comprehensive policy roadmap designed to help governments build a future-proof workforce. The launch is the centerpiece of a broader set...
Google launches Gemini 3, ushering in a new era of Agentic AI for South Africa
Google has announced the launch of Gemini 3, its most intelligent and capable AI model yet. Designed to bring state-of-the-art reasoning and powerful new agentic capabilities, Gemini 3 is set to...
Oni-Tel launches Inter-Data Centre Fibre Network with Digital Parks Africa as first point of presence
Oni-Tel Fibre Networks, a fibre optic cable infrastructure provider in South Africa, has launched its Inter-Data Centre Fibre Network, with Digital Parks Africa (DPA) serving as the inaugural point...
Data loss drains SA businesses despite record security spending, Fortinet report finds
South African organisations, already navigating a tough economic climate, are facing another significant drain on their resources: the persistent and costly loss of sensitive data. While external threats grab...
Stocking up for success this festive season
In hospitality and retail, the pace can be relentless at times - but during peak seasons, such as the upcoming festive period, it can feel like a sprint that...
Plentify closes oversubscribed Series A to accelerate global rollout of its intelligent energy platform
Plentify, the pioneering South African electrotech company, using AI-fueled hardware and software to connect home appliances to cheaper, cleaner energy, has raised an oversubscribed Series A funding round, bringing...
G20 Summit: digital infrastructure key to accelerating financial inclusion in Africa
Globally, 1.3 billion people (±21% of world population aged 15 and over) are “unbanked”, lacking an account with a bank, similar financial institution or mobile money provider.
Financial inclusion across the mostly...
Online Community-led Dialogue Reduces Spread of Misinformation by 82%
Tales of Turning - an organisation which harnesses research, social media, and technology for good - partnered with Clemson University’s Media Forensics Hub and the University of Zurich’s Department of...
