Author: Gugu Lourie
If you want to understand the future of a country, look at what it drives. For decades, South Africa’s roads have been dominated by the dependable, fossil-fueled stalwarts of Volkswagen Polo, the Toyota Corolla. the middle class and the rich driven in BMW, Mercedes and Volvo, while the rich cruzing on Range Rovers and Porsche. They were symbols of aspirational, practical mobility. But last week, that status quo was handed a pink slip. The world’s biggest electric vehicle maker, Build Your Dreams (BYD), didn’t just enter the South African market; it declared war on the internal combustion engine with a…
The South African Reserve Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has decided to keep the repo rate unchanged at 7%, with the prime lending rate to also remain at 10.5%. This was announced by SARB Governor Lesetja Kganyago following a meeting of the bank’s MPC. “Four members preferred to keep rates on hold, while two favoured a cut of 25 basis points. Since September last year, we have reduced rates by 125 basis points, and we want to see how this is affecting the economy, how expectations evolve, and how inflation risks are resolved. “The forecast has rates easing gradually, as…
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The barrier to electric vehicle ownership in South Africa has just been ‘shattered.’ BYD, the world’s leading manufacturer of new energy vehicles, has officially launched the BYD Dolphin Surf with a starting price that sends a clear message to the market: the electric revolution is for everyone. Priced from R339,900, the Dolphin Surf isn’t just another entry on the pricelist; it’s a direct challenge to the status quo. This stylish, practical, and mass-market-focused EV is poised to transform the local automotive landscape by making zero-emission driving both affordable and aspirational for everyday South Africans. Two Trims, One Goal: Mainstream EV Adoption…
Dogecoin is once again at the center of attention as September edges toward its close, with traders closely watching whether the meme coin can hold momentum above key levels. After surging nearly 6% this week, DOGE is consolidating around $0.26 as investors brace for the debut of the first U.S. Dogecoin ETF, “DOJE.” The launch, however, has been delayed until next week, leaving traders to weigh whether the hype can sustain through the final weeks of the month. On-chain flows show that whales have been steadily accumulating, with inflows totaling millions of tokens in recent sessions, yet resistance near $0.29…
Pi Coin investors have been wondering something for quite some time – who actually owns most of the supply? Since its long-awaited mainnet launch earlier this year, Pi has struggled to live up to years of hype around mobile mining and promises of mass adoption. The token trades near $0.34, almost 90% below its peak, leaving many early supporters disillusioned. Blockchain data now reveals just how concentrated Pi ownership really is – and the picture raises tough questions about the project’s long-term credibility. Some investors are even looking for other opportunities such as MAGACOIN FINANCE as experts predict it will…
The debate between utility and meme coin hype is not new to the crypto market. There exists demand for both of these categories. However, investors are increasingly showing interest in blockchain real estate projects lately. The reason for this is that a crypto backed by real-world assets will be stable because of the inherent value and scarcity of the attached asset. One such viral RWA project is Avalon X (AVLX). Its giveaways and utilities have been the talk of the town in the crypto market. Analysts even believe that the Avalon X presale can leave behind the PEPE coin price…
Some of the biggest winners in every bull cycle are not the coins that are currently making headlines, but rather the unseen gems that are steadily gaining ground. Institutional portfolios are anchored by Bitcoin and Ethereum, but smaller tokens with infrastructure demand, cultural power, and scarcity-driven presales are producing the kind of game-changing returns that characterise cycles. Three such projects – HYPE, PYTH, and MAGACOIN FINANCE – are being highlighted by analysts more and more in 2025. By the end of the year, all of them are being presented as explosive opportunities, each of which represents a distinct aspect of…
The electric vehicle ‘revolution’ has officially arrived for the everyday South African. BYD Auto South Africa has launched the bold and compact Dolphin Surf hatchback, strategically positioned as the country’s most affordable EV with a groundbreaking launch price under R400,000. This move is an important moment for the local EV landscape, shattering the primary barriers of price and accessibility that have previously limited widespread adoption. The Dolphin Surf isn’t just another car; it’s a gateway to sustainable mobility for a new wave of drivers. The EV For Every Vibe Designed as the ultimate urban companion, the Dolphin Surf combines practicality…
It’s no coincidence that Zendesk Presents: South Africa, taking place this September, sharing practical and modern ways to transform customer service — from AI-powered automation to lean, scalable operations that make a real impact. For global businesses, these tools are an advantage. For South African businesses, they’re becoming a necessity. Why WhatsApp Is the New Frontline 94% of South Africans use WhatsApp daily (Statista). It is the country’s most trusted digital touchpoint — fast, familiar, and personal. But making WhatsApp work at enterprise scale requires more than plugging in a chat app. It demands integration, automation, and a balance of…