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As South Africa prepares for the 2026 Local Government Elections, the rise of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and its use in hyper-local disinformation campaigns has emerged as a key concern for the Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC). IEC Chairperson Mosotho Moepya warned that the 2026 polls are likely to see a shift from broad national misinformation to ward-specific deceptions driven by generative AI tools. “The primary challenge of 2026 is the rise of Generative AI and its application in ‘hyper-local’ contexts. We are seeing a shift from broad national untruths to ward-specific deceptions. As identified by the South African…

  OMODA & JAECOO South Africa has reached 20,857 total sales since launching locally in 2023. January 2026 delivered 1,418 sales, marking the strongest month on record for the brand. Plug-in hybrid momentum is accelerating, with 590 SHS units sold to date, including strong performance from the J7 SHS and C9 SHS. OMODA & JAECOO South Africa is proud to announce a major milestone in its growth journey, having officially surpassed 20,000 total vehicle sales since launching in the local market in 2023. The brand has now achieved a cumulative sales figure of 20,857 units, underlining the rapid growth of…

Bluestream Technologies is a South African satellite uplink and broadcast services company operating in the sports and media sector. The company provides satellite and fibre-based connectivity for local and international content delivery, as well as teleport services and infrastructure support for other broadcasters. As live sports productions expand and costs rise, broadcasters are increasingly looking for hybrid satellite and fibre solutions that combine reliability with efficiency. Companies like Bluestream Technologies have positioned themselves to meet this demand, offering infrastructure that ensures consistent, high-quality transmissions even in high-pressure live environments. Since its first joint transmission with SuperSport in 2023, Bluestream Technologies…

South Africa’s leading crypto platform Luno has launched SA’s first bundle combining market-leading crypto and top tokenised US stocks in a single investment. This provides investors with diversified exposure to two established asset classes through a single purchase. Luno’s Blue Chip+ bundle offers a curated mix of 20% Bitcoin, 10% Ethereum, and 70% blue-chip US stocks, including Apple, Microsoft, Nvidia, Meta, Google, Tesla and Amazon. “The Blue Chip+ Bundle is designed to balance growth and resilience by spreading your investment across leading tech stocks and established crypto assets. Each asset is weighted to reflect its role in the portfolio, helping…

SE-listed Blu Label Unlimited group (Blu Label) today announces that its subsidiary, BluEnergy Trading, has been granted a multi-year energy trading licence by the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA). This marks a significant regulatory milestone that empowers BluEnergy to deliver innovative renewable energy solutions across the energy value chain by connecting municipalities, IPPs and energy users, ensuring a more resilient and cost-effective energy supply for local communities. BluEnergy’s execution and delivery capability is underpinned by its partnership with Cigicell – the leading provider of prepaid electricity vending and revenue assurance systems embedded in more than 95 municipalities across…

Sedna Africa has successfully delivered and commissioned the digital network infrastructure enabling autonomous drilling at First Quantum Minerals’ Sentinel Mine in Kalumbila, marking a major milestone in the advancement of smart mining in Zambia. The project forms part of First Quantum’s broader strategy to modernise operations, improve safety and increase productivity as the company works toward its long-term copper production targets. Sedna Africa was responsible for supplying, installing and commissioning the Rajant Corporation wireless network, which provides the resilient, high-performance connectivity required to support autonomous drilling operations. The network underpins the drill automation system deployed at Sentinel, enabling mobility, low…

South Africans are not permitted to gamble on online casinos and sports betting platforms that are not licensed locally, unregulated sites likely have the odds heavily stacked against the player, and banks are legally obligated to confiscate any winnings detected. “Given that there are regulated and licensed local online gambling options, anyone using an illegal, overseas site to play hard and fast with their finances, is at the very least being extremely reckless,” says Sasha Booth-Beharilal, chair of ISPA, SA’s official internet Industry Representative Body (IRB). Online gambling on the whole is a risky pursuit offering little upside as it…

With Valentine’s Day around the corner, it’s worth asking an uncomfortable question: what happens when the feeling of being ‘seen and heard’ doesn’t come from a partner, but from a machine? Designed with distinct personalities and an affirming tone, artificial intelligence (AI) companion chatbots can blur emotional boundaries and foster romantic attachment. While this may seem harmless, it raises concerns both for individuals and organisations seeking to prevent emotional dependency, manipulation and data leakage. With loneliness an ever-present reality for many, there has been an exponential rise in recent years in companion AI chatbots. “Unlike general-purpose chatbots, AI companion apps…

Johannesburg, February 10, 2026 – Huawei South Africa and the National School of Government (NSG) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen digital skills development within the public sector and accelerate government’s digital transformation journey. Under the two-year agreement, Huawei will support the NSG in integrating selected Huawei technology courses into the existing NSG U-Learning ecosystem. The collaboration will focus on priority areas such as artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, networking, storage, cloud and digital government, ensuring that public servants gain practical, future-focused skills that align with South Africa’s evolving digital landscape. “As the primary provider of training and educational…

The V27 offers a flexible, spacious cabin with up to 1,818 litres of cargo space,49 storage compartments (including a hidden 40-litre compartment under the boot floor), and class-leading second-row legroom.  Advanced technology includes a 15.4-inch 3K central display and seven one-touch driving modes for various scenarios.  Comfort features like a dual panoramic sunroof, premium 15-speaker audio system, ambient lighting, and a quiet cabin create a relaxing, adventure-ready experience. For many families and adventure seekers, space is what truly makes a car practical. Whether it’s a weekend getaway with children, a road trip with friends, or a spontaneous camping adventure, interior…