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Bolt, the global shared mobility platform, has launched a first-of-its-kind dash cam partnership for driver partners nationwide in South Africa. The offer, provided in partnership with dash cam and safety technology provider Driver Technologies, allows Bolt driver partners to turn their mobile phones into a forward-facing exterior and driver-facing interior dash camera, with videos backed up in the cloud.  Bolt driver partners will receive a free month of the premium dash cam app and then be able to access the premium app at a 75% discounted rate for R54,99 per month, which enables unlimited trip storage, access, and sharing capabilities…

The Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) is embroiled in an R800 million funding scandal after approving a contentious bailout for Siyanda-Bakgatla Platinum Mine (SBM), despite internal reports questioning the mine’s financial distress claims. The Sunday Times reported that Labour Minister Nomakhosazana Meth has halted the deal, demanding an investigation into the controversial decision. Dubious Bailout: Jobs Saved or Shareholder Gains? The UIF had agreed to provide R807 million to save 5,702 jobs at SBM’s Limpopo mine, later revised to R736 million for 5,200 workers. However, leaked documents reveal the fund’s own analysts flagged that SBM was not in financial trouble. “Acting in the best interest of workers, and as the custodian of the workers’ funds,…

A fiery ANC caucus meeting has exposed deep divisions over the party’s alliance with the DA in the Government of National Unity (GNU), with over 100 MPs demanding an immediate breakup, according to Sunday Times sources. Frustrated ANC legislators confronted Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula at a tense Johannesburg meeting, slamming the DA’s repeated challenges to key policies—including the budget and employment equity laws—as proof of bad faith. “They’ve Defined Themselves Out of GNU” – Ramaphosa MPs cited President Cyril Ramaphosa’s recent remarks that the DA, by rejecting two budget versions, had “defined itself out of the GNU.” One insider fumed: “They take NHI to court, fight Bela, block…

South Africa is set to invest R60 billion in its nuclear build programme, including the acquisition of mini nuclear reactors, as the government pushes forward with its energy transition plans. Electricity and Energy Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa confirmed the move, stating that the country will seek expertise from global leaders in nuclear technology, including Russia and China. Nuclear Power Now Official Policy Ramokgopa told Sunday Times’ Business Times that nuclear energy is now a key government policy, following the successful 20-year extension of Koeberg’s Unit 1—adding to its 40 years of safe operation. *“That we have been able to successfully get long-term operation extension of Koeberg’s unit 1…

The .za Domain Name Authority (.zadna), in partnership with the Department of Communications and Digital Technologies (DCDT) and the South African Internet Governance multistakeholder committee, will host the 2025 South African Internet Governance Forum (ZAIGF) from 7 to 8 May 2025 at the Durban University of Technology in KwaZulu-Natal. zadna is a not-for-profit company established in terms of section 59 of the Electronic Communications and Transaction Act, 2002 (Act 25 of 2002). Its mandate is to regulate the .za namespace and ensure its efficient use, management, and administration. Under the theme “Reviewing South Africa’s Internet Governance Progress in the Context…

Openserve, South Africa’s leading wholesale connectivity provider and a Telkom Group company, is proud to demonstrate the strength and scalability of its network infrastructure with a live showcase of Gigabit-speed fibre at Comic Con Africa 2025 in Cape Town. As part of the Telkom VS Gaming arena, one of the event’s most high-energy zones, Openserve is powering seamless, ultra-fast connectivity for high-stakes gaming competitions, delivering speeds of up to 1000Mbps and showcasing the low-latency performance critical to competitive play. This demonstration highlights not only Openserve’s technical capabilities, but also the future-ready infrastructure that supports South Africa’s evolving digital needs across…

Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) today announced that several of its major airports have received the Airports Council International (ACI) Public Health and Safety Readiness accreditation for the 2024/25 financial period. This prestigious recognition evaluates airports’ compliance with global public health and safety standards, ensuring they are prepared to implement industry-leading measures in times of uncertainty. As vital transport hubs, airports face high risks from transmissible diseases, making comprehensive health protocols essential. In early 2024, ACSA introduced a structured framework to guide its airports through the accreditation process, supporting its long-term goal of having all facilities accredited by 2028/29. The…

In a dynamic shift that places South Africa at the forefront of global call centre AI innovation, two homegrown technology pioneers, Saigen and Callbi, are to enable a seamless switch between languages mid-conversation across South Africa’s most commonly spoken languages, including isiZulu, Sesotho, Setswana, Afrikaans and English. For South African businesses operating in a uniquely multilingual society, there is a real need to serve customers across a wide range of languages, dialects, and cultural nuances. Traditional speech analytics tools – often built in and for monolingual English markets – simply fall short. “Calls may begin in English, but they don’t always stay there,”…

The holiday season, is a time marked by family gatherings, travel, feasts, and often, a bit of over-indulgence. In fact, data from FNB recently revealed that most South Africans, in the lead-up to and during the Easter period, tend to spend more on general shopping, flights, accommodation, home DIY, restaurants, and clothing and apparel. But the numbers can add up quickly and, when the celebrations wind down, the reality of overspending can hit hard. “Reality (after a heightened period of shopping and spending) can feel like a financial hangover. When the excitement of the season wears off, you might ask…

April in South Africa is a month filled with public holidays, extended weekends, and social gatherings—creating a prime opportunity for illicit alcohol to enter the market. The Drinks Federation of South Africa (DF-SA) is urging retailers and traders to prioritize responsibility, protect consumers, and uphold the integrity of the alcohol industry. A Time for Celebration and Responsibility “April’s public holidays and long weekends are not only a time of celebration, but also a time to reflect on the role we play in safeguarding our communities,” says the DF-SA. With festivities on the rise, retailers and traders must ensure only legitimate, safe products reach consumers to maintain trust…