Author: Gugu Lourie
Britehouse Mobility is entering a new phase of innovation and independence after finalizing a management buy-out from NTT DATA for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition represents a pivotal moment in Britehouse Mobility’s evolution. The collaboration with NTT DATA played a crucial role in Britehouse Mobility’s expansion and global presence. Now, this strategic shift underscores a renewed focus on agility, innovation, and delivering specialized digital solutions with greater autonomy. Post-transaction, Britehouse Mobility will operate as a fully independent entity under the simplified name Britehouse, signaling a fresh chapter in its 16-year history of providing cutting-edge solutions and AI integration to businesses across…
Shoppers in South Africa can now receive their Temu orders in as little as one day, thanks to the e-commerce giant’s new local warehouse dispatch option. This move is part of Temu’s global strategy to reduce delivery times and expand its product range, bringing faster and more reliable service to customers. Faster Delivery, Wider Selection Eligible products marked “Local Warehouse” are stocked within South Africa, allowing for quicker processing and shipping. This upgrade is especially beneficial during peak shopping seasons, ensuring smoother order fulfillment. The local warehouse model also enables Temu to offer new product categories, including furniture, home goods, and other bulkier items that were previously harder to…
Vodacom welcomes Competition Commission’s approval of its 30% Maziv stake, reviving the deal after key concessions. Vodacom has hailed the Competition Commission’s decision to drop its opposition to the telco’s proposed 30% acquisition in Maziv, owner of Vumatel and Dark Fibre Africa (DFA). This marks a major step in Vodacom’s push to expand South Africa’s digital infrastructure. The breakthrough follows new concessions agreed to by Vodacom and Maziv’s current owner, CIVH. The Commission will now submit the revised terms to the Competition Appeal Court on 22 July 2025, explaining how they address earlier antitrust concerns that led to the deal’s blockage…
Vodacom’s acquisition of a 40% stake in Maziv (Vumatel’s parent) is back on the table after a major breakthrough in the case. The Competition Commission announced on Tuesday that it has reached an agreement with Vodacom and Maziv – owner of Dark Fibre Africa (DFA) – that could allow the deal to proceed. This comes despite earlier rulings by both the Commission and the Competition Tribunal blocking the merger over competition concerns. The revised conditions “substantially remedy the competition concerns” initially raised, the Commission said. The agreement follows negotiations to address flaws in previous proposals that led to the deal’s…
At the 2025 Huawei South Africa Connect event, Jonas Bogoshi, CEO of BCX, delivered a keynote on Africa’s urgent need to harness artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure to secure its economic sovereignty. His message was clear: in today’s rapidly changing world, economic power has become the new diplomatic language and Africa must act decisively to claim its place in this new order. Bogoshi framed his address around what he termed the “second American Revolution” – not a war for independence, but a strategic realignment of global power dynamics under U.S. President Donald Trump. He emphasised that these geopolitical shifts have…
In a recorded address to Huawei South Africa Connect 2025, President Cyril Ramaphosa highlighted the company’s critical contributions to national development through technology. “We are living in a time of rapid technological change,” he noted, emphasizing how digital innovation is reshaping lives, work, and interactions across South Africa. The President emphasised Huawei’s longstanding partnership with the nation, particularly in expanding rural connectivity via its Digital Village Initiative and upskilling youth through the Huawei ICT Academy. “Huawei work is improving productivity and service delivery, while also helping to create jobs and to prepare our youth for the future,” he stated. Huawei’s…
A new ASUS survey reveals that 77% of South African business decision-makers are prepared to adopt AI tools immediately, with more than half already seeing measurable benefits. The findings highlight a tech-savvy market actively leveraging AI to boost productivity, refine decision-making, and enhance customer experiences. The data comes from the ASUS 2025 Future of SMBs report, which explores how small and midsize businesses (SMBs) are approaching digital transformation. The results reflect not only enthusiasm for innovation but also growing confidence in AI’s tangible impact. “There’s real momentum behind AI adoption in South Africa. Instead of holding back, businesses are embracing…
Lesaka Technologies has finalised the divestment of its entire equity interest in Indian digital payments platform One Mobikwik Systems Limited. The transaction, executed through Lesaka’s Netherlands-based subsidiary Net 1 Applied Technologies B.V., generated net proceeds of approximately R290 million or $16.3 million. The South African fintech company disclosed the completion of the sale in a June 30, 2025 Form 8-K filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The shares were disposed of on the Indian Stock Exchange on June 26, 2025, with the rand-dollar exchange rate pegged at ZAR 17.75 to USD 1.00 at the time of transaction. Strategic…
Former Transnet executives Brian Molefe, Siyabonga Gama, Anoj Singh, and ex-engineer Thamsanqa Jiyane were granted bail of R50,000 each today at the Palm Ridge Magistrates’ Court. The four were arrested earlier this morning on charges of fraud, corruption, and money laundering linked to an ongoing investigation. Ex-Transnet Execs Brian Molefe, Siyabonga Gama To Appear In Palm Ridge Court The Hawks have arrested two former Transnet executives, Brian Molefe and Siyabonga Gama, in connection with a controversial R93-million locomotive procurement deal. The two appeared in court to apply for bail following their arrest, which stems from corruption allegations detailed in the…
KFC taps into the modern conversation with a clever campaign that shows some will do ‘A.I.nything for the Taste’ of its Finger Lickin’ Good food. The past few weeks saw a mysterious South African AI launch making headlines and causing a stir on social media. The AI, known as KAIIA, reported to be fluent in 11 local languages, trained for local nuance and fine-tuned to Mzansi culture, was leaked via a network of tech enthusiasts. KAIIA, which stands for Kentucky AI Integrated Assistant, is the star of the brand’s latest TV and cinema commercial in which it goes to extraordinary lengths…