WORK, PLAY, RECHARGE, REPEAT: THE 4 PILLARS OF AN AI POWERED SMARTPHONE EXPERIENCE

Artificial intelligence (AI) is advancing fast, bringing powerful new capabilities and features to our smartphones. From gaming to photography, AI is redefining how we interact with our devices. realme looks at how this trend is making smartphones more personalised and convenient. As AI becomes the driving force behind mobile innovation, our devices no longer merely…

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FNB EXPECTS MORE THAN R3.3 BILLION IN BLACK FRIDAY SPEND DRIVEN BY STRONG DIGITAL ACTIVITY

FNB anticipates another strong day of spend on Black Friday this year, with continued growth expected in digital payments, online shopping and overall transactions expected to exceed R3.3 billion. Early signals across 2025 show consistent customer spending and sustained adoption of secure digital payment methods, positioning this year’s event for solid activity across both physical…

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CHINESE AUTO MANUFACTURERS SIGNAL POSSIBLE SHIFT TOWARD LOCAL INVESTMENT IN SOUTH AFRICA

Evoto  South Africa’s automotive sector is at a crossroads, and Chinese auto manufacturers are increasingly being seen as the ones who may redefine its future. After years of steady market penetration through imports and distribution, signs are emerging that some of these brands are considering a deeper, more permanent presence on South African soil. The…

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CUSTOMERS ARE THE ULTIMATE WINNERS AS E-COMMERCE DRIVE THE DIGITISATION OF SUPPLY CHAINS

Gys Wilson  The stellar growth of e-commerce in recent years has revolutionised global trade flows, driving fundamental shifts in supply chains, consumer behaviour, and business models. This evolution offers massive opportunities but also presents significant challenges, as supply chains struggle to keep pace with consumer expectations and regulatory frameworks attempt to adapt to a digital-first…

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INNOVATOR TRUST WIT AWARDS 2025SHAPING THE GROWTH OF FEMALE OWNED SMME’S BUILDING THE FUTURE 

Every thriving innovation ecosystem has two kinds of infrastructure: the visible, such as devices, networks, and platforms, and the invisible, which are the women who design, optimise, and expand it. The 2025 Innovator Trust Women in Tech (WIT) Awards celebrated this invisible infrastructure. They marked more than a decade of partnership between the Innovator Trust…

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THE TAKE A SEAT AWARDS 2025 TO HONOUR WOMEN AND YOUTH LEADERS DRIVING SOUTH AFRICA’S TRANSFORMATION

The Take A Seat Awards will return for its second year on 28 November 2025, recognising exceptional women and youth leaders whose work is reshaping South Africa’s leadership landscape. The awards ceremony will take place in Johannesburg, bringing together 60 leaders, executives, entrepreneurs and policymakers to honour individuals demonstrating purpose-driven leadership across seven categories. Now…

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WHY DECEMBER FLIGHT PRICES CHANGE

FlySafair explains festive season fare trends and shares practical tips to help South Africans save and keep air travel accessible. Why Prices Increase in December December is South Africa’s busiest travel period, with airports preparing for up to 40% more passengers over the festive season. With so many people travelling at the same time, seats…

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STANDARD BANK INVESTS IN SESAME WORKSHOP SOUTH AFRICA’S INNOVATIVE WATCH PLAY LEARN PROJECT ECD CRISIS IN SOUTH AFRICA

Standard Bank South Africa has committed to support the Watch Play Learn Pilot Project, an initiative of Sesame Workshop South Africa aimed at addressing the escalating Early Childhood Development (ECD) crisis in South Africa. The pilot, approved by the Free State Provincial Department of Education, is being implemented in partnership with the Department, which played…

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