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Close encounters: As boreholes and waterholes dry up, elephants, lions and people are forced into the same narrow corridors to survive. ZimParks lists Hwange as a hotspot but it does not publish exact death figures or the dollar cost of destroyed crops for the district. The gap is not just data. It is money. Photos: Supplied

Wildlife at the door, survival on the line

On the border of Hwange National Park, local communities are using mobile technology and community ranger networks to prevent deadly human-wildlife conflicts, while awaiting…

Local defence industry set for a boom in exports

Buoyed by strong interest at the Africa Aerospace and Defence expo, South African defence manufacturer Milkor forecasts massive export growth towards a R70 billion revenue target.

The Best AI System Is Not the One That Never Fails. It Is the One That Knows How to Lose Authority

Drawing lessons from South Africa's power recovery and AI policy withdrawal, this analysis explores why resilient organisations must master 'Authority Degradation' to safely dial…

Inside a data center building.

Housing group challenges Cape Town approval of Equinix data centre

A planned 174 MVA hyperscale data centre development in Cape Town has been suspended following an appeal by civil society groups over concerns regarding its impact on water,…

Beyond ‘Be Careful': Technology’s Place in Women’s Safety

Following tragic murders in Ekurhuleni, this analysis explores why society must stop restricting women's movements and instead leverage systemic reform alongside wearable…

The Missing Principle in AI Governance: Accountability

Organisations readily endorse ethical AI principles, but without enforceable accountability and explainability, these values fall short. True AI governance demands that…

Voters queue at a voting station in Maseru

Technology must serve democracy, not stand between the people and their choice

As South Africa approaches local government elections, electoral modernisation and digital tools must prioritise democratic access, institutional integrity, and the…

Ubuntu must guide artificial intelligence before artificial intelligence guides us

As artificial intelligence reshapes South African society, the ethical philosophy of Ubuntu must serve as the moral compass to ensure technology advances human dignity rather…

Independent newsrooms build digital audiences as transformation fund gains momentum

The Digital News Transformation Fund's half-year report reveals how R10.5 million in funding has enabled 21 independent South African newsrooms to launch digital platforms, grow…

Singularity Summit South Africa 2026 unveils full programme of over 40 global speakers

Singularity Summit South Africa 2026 has announced its full speaker line-up and programme, bringing over 40 global innovators to Johannesburg to tackle AI, exponential…

Türkiye–South Africa Strategic Communication Partnership: Building Resilience in the Age of AI

As artificial intelligence, digital platforms and rapidly evolving technologies reshape the way societies receive and share information, strategic communication is becoming an…

Xiaomi South Africa Launches REDMI 17: Keep the Fun Going with a 7,500mAh Battery and 6.9-inch Display

Xiaomi South Africa has launched the REDMI 17, featuring a massive 7,500mAh battery, 6.9-inch 120Hz display, 45W turbo charging, and a 50MP AI camera at an accessible price point.

Is the Neue Klasse iX3 ‘more BMW than ever’?

BMW has introduced its revolutionary Neue Klasse iX3 in South Africa. We took the 2026 World Car of the Year along the Western Cape coast to see if a silent, screen-heavy EV can…

The HONOR Spring Sale is Live at a store near you.

HONOR has launched its nationwide Spring Sale across South Africa, offering value-packed deals, bundled free gifts, and discounts on flagship devices, smartphones, and wearables.

UJ’s Institute for Intelligent Systems uses artificial intelligence to produce accurate, immediate medical diagnoses

Africa’s creativity is AI’s next gold rush

As global tech companies scan and ingest millions of creative works to train artificial intelligence models, Africa faces the critical challenge of protecting its cultural,…