Author: Staff Writer
The Western Cape is gearing up for another record-setting festive season as domestic and international visitors flock to the province to enjoy its beautiful beaches, wine farms, and nature reserves. Vodacom Western Cape region has implemented significant network upgrades to meet rising traffic demands, ensuring that visitors and residents remain connected during the busy festive period. “We have invested R450 million this financial year to enhance the quality, capacity, and reach of our broadband network infrastructure across the Western Cape. This substantial investment builds on the R350 million invested during the 2023/24 financial year, demonstrating Vodacom’s sustained commitment to connecting…
“No Internet, no modern life.” That’s the blunt conclusion of young South African, Godfrey Ngwenya. He’s not wrong. South Africa has among the highest internet penetration rates on the continent, but a digital divide persists, leaving many young people like Godfrey and their families with no Internet access. They’re desperate to be connected, and to transform their lives. Now, change is underway. With the rollout of the national broadband strategy, SA Connect, a “digital highway” to the future is extending from cities into rural areas. Voices from the Unconnected Godfrey lives in Diepsloot, Gauteng, a densely populated, underserved community made…
Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and users, today announced a landmark regulatory achievement: The Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of ADGM, the international financial centre of Abu Dhabi, the Capital of the UAE, has formally approved the authorisation of Binance’s global platform, Binance.com, under a comprehensive regulatory framework. This global first is a major step in Binance’s mission to create the most trusted and compliant digital-asset ecosystem in the world. A license granted by FSRA of ADGM offers Binance credibility and seamless access across multiple markets, extending well beyond the UAE, and cements Binance’s position at…
The blueprint for a sustainable and resilient Africa was demonstrated at the Southern Africa Telecommunication Networks and Applications Conference (SATNAC) yesterday, as the event celebrated the winners of its 2025 Industry Solutions Challenge. Hosted by Telkom, the participants were tasked with proposing cutting-edge solutions across five key categories, Energy and Sustainability, Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things, Customer and User Experience, and Networking, students to translate academic knowledge and research into practical, industry-ready innovations. Under the 2025 SATNAC theme, “Africa’s Ascent: Enabling Sustainability Through Tech and AI” the competition attracted more than 235 students from 84 local tertiary academic institutions. Over…
Volvo Car South Africa (VCSA) itoday announced the upcoming activation of in-car data connectivity for your EX30 electric vehicle. This enhanced connectivity service has officially been activated, delivering a seamless and reliable online experience to drivers across South Africa and Lesotho. With built-in internet now fully enabled, Volvo EX30 owners can stay connected, informed, and in control wherever their journey takes them – without the need for external Wi-Fi routers or mobile hotspots. Volvo has granted all eligible vehicles a complimentary four-year connectivity package, valid from November 2025 through November 2029. In addition to the successful activation, all vehicles have…
For decades, the gold standard of motoring luxury has been defined by cars like the Mercedes-Benz S-Class. With its hushed ride, cutting-edge technology, and decadent interiors that are crafted like Swiss bank vaults, few vehicles this side of a Rolls-Royce Phantom can exceed its sumptuousness or refinement. But here’s the reality: you no longer need R3 million or more to experience the finer things in life. You don’t even need half of that. Step into the latest crop of premium vehicles arriving in South Africa, and you’ll find a surprising level of sophistication at a fraction of the price. Leather-trimmed…
As more people rely on digital platforms for news, entertainment, and everyday decisions, one question grows urgent: is the information we consume truly VERAfied? “Trust can no longer be assumed – it has to be verified. VERAFIED gives people that power,” says Khumo Makiti, Founder and CEO of VERAFIED. The platform is designed to tackle the growing challenge of AI-driven misinformation globally. VERAFIED has teamed up with dynamic creative entrepreneur and producer Nolo Phiri, known for her strategic innovation and passion for storytelling with social impact. Speaking about the collaboration, Nolo says: “In a world where technology can distort reality,…
Zazu, pan-African digital banking platform built exclusively for entrepreneurs and SMEs, has raised $1 million in pre-seed funding from a group of leading African and European investors to accelerate its rollout in South Africa and Morocco, with plans to expand across the continent in 2026 The round includes Plug and Play Ventures with participation from a high-profile group of angel investors and fintech founders, including Zachariah George (Launch Africa Ventures), Axel Peyriere (Co-founder, AUTO24.africa), Akshay Patel (Founder, Paymentology), Ismael Belkhayat (Founder, Chari), Sophie Guibaud (Founder, Fiat Republic), and several founding members of European fintech unicorns like Qonto and Solarisbank -…
Visa, a global leader in digital payments, convened founders, investors, corporate partners, and industry leaders in Cape Town this week for the Visa Africa Fintech Accelerator programme Cohort 4 Demo Day. The event spotlighted 22 high‑growth fintech startups from across the continent, marking the culmination of an intensive three‑month journey to develop and scale innovative digital commerce solutions. Cohort 4 reflects the continued momentum of Africa’s fintech landscape and demonstrates the strength, diversity, and ambition of the region’s innovators. This year’s group includes startups headquartered in 12 African countries and operating across 31 markets. Women-led innovation stands out as a defining feature of…
In today’s fast-changing economy, logistics is no longer the quiet link between production and sales. It has become the defining factor in business agility, customer satisfaction, and long-term growth. The companies that master logistics don’t just move goods – they move faster, smarter, and more profitably than their competitors. The momentum behind this transformation is evident in South Africa’s logistics sector itself. According to Mordor Intelligence, the country’s freight and logistics market is estimated at USD 14.70 billion in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 19.90 billion by 2030, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.24%…