South Africa’s patching problem is about to get worse
TrendAI’s Zaheer Ebrahim says South Africa’s patching problem is about to be compounded by agentic AI.
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Focal Mu-So Hekla Soundbar Review: Dolby Atmos With 1 Speaker
The Focal Mu-so Hekla can almost replace a multi-speaker surround-sound setup.
Best Water Leak Detectors (2026): Moen, Phyn, TP-Link
Don’t let busted pipes or an overflowing washing machine dampen your day. These smart water sensors can help you catch problems quicker.
UCT researchers develop multilingual AI language model
MzansiLM is an AI model trained on all 11 South African languages, to address gaps in global AI systems.
Jobs Connect opens opportunities for Cape residents
The city says its Jobs Connect work placement platform helped 12 914 people secure employment between July 2023 and April 2026.
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Smeg Forte Stand Mixer Review: Big Power, Mixed Results
Smeg’s new retro-looking Forte stand mixer packs some serious power, but its performance isn’t as polished as its design.
Paymenow, PayCurve merge to launch financial stability hub
The merged entity will operate under the Paymenow brand, targeting debt stress and earned wage access for South African workers.
Hasan Piker, Self-Described ‘Ayatollah of Woke,’ Wants AI to Die
The far-left Twitch streamer says AI is rotting our brains. He’s also addicted to Twitter and listens to at least eight podcasts.
Capitec expands AWS training to close critical tech skills gap
The bank accelerates efforts to build in-house cloud expertise, signalling a strategic shift towards greater self-sufficiency in critical digital skills.
Best Carry-On Suitcases (2026): Away, Rimowa, Tumi
I feel about luggage carousels the same way I feel about head lice: avoid at all costs. These are the best carry-on suitcases for those who never want to check a bag again.
AI is rewriting the threat playbook
South Africa’s AI policy will be rewritten. The threat won’t wait, writes Palo Alto Networks’ Justin Lee.
CIOs paying for a waste problem vendors created
Organisations sign impressive contracts, but too many vendors disappear when hardware reaches end of life, says Kwirirai Rukowo, managing executive of Qrent.
Can you prove where your government data is stored during an audit?
Government data carries a level of sensitivity that extends beyond typical commercial information, says SigniFlow.
The Best Bed Frames, Tested in Our Own Rooms (2026)
Looking for the best bed frame? Our top recommendation is the Classic Bed from Thuma, but we’ve got options for all budgets and tastes.
American Factories Lag in Adopting A.I. This Drugmaker Is an Exception.
A Bristol Myers Squibb plant that makes cancer drugs was the only manufacturer in the U.S. recognized for innovation by the World Economic Forum this year.
Africa’s fintech evolution
From mobile money to AI-first challengers, the continent is rewriting what financial services look like and who gets to participate.
Boycotts Hurt Tesla’s Sales. Now, Activists Are Taking On Elon Musk’s SpaceX IPO
Activists, a leading labor union, and a big retirement fund are asking challenging questions about what’s expected to be the largest-ever stock market debut.
South African private sector growth hits 44-month high
South Africa’s PMI hit a near four-year high in April, though analysts have warned that the lift may prove temporary.
Blu Label loses court bid as 1973 law reaches into digital age
A 1973 companies law section is applicable to a modern prepaid virtual products distribution model, the Supreme Court of Appeal finds.
How to set up a smart home in South Africa
Samsung’s SmartThings platform turns connected appliances into automated routines that save time and electricity.
Why Africa is uniquely placed to leapfrog the world on cybersecurity
Armand Kruger of NEC XON argues that legacy “trusted network” thinking is now a systemic risk.