Today, as South Africa marks Freedom Day, we reflect not only on the political freedoms earned, but also on the new frontiers we are free to choose: to lead, to innovate, and to build businesses that are aligned with purpose and sustainability. For Nombulelo Malinga, 34-year-old Founder and CEO of Zizi Digital, this freedom means shaping a…
These days, you don’t need an office, a website, or even a laptop to get a small business going. If you’ve got a smartphone in your pocket, it can help you to launch a small enterprise or a side hustle that allows you to generate cash without making massive capital outlays. TCL looks at some…
Ernst Wittmann In a bold and commendable move, South Africa’s government has decided to remove the 9% ad valorem (luxury) tax on smartphones priced at R2,500 or less. This significant policy shift marks a pivotal moment in the country’s quest for digital inclusion, especially for low-income households who face the harsh reality of an unequal…
Easter in South Africa is all about the open road, whether you’re heading to the coast, finding peace in the bush, or making memories with family in the berg. Beyond serving as a camera and a music player, your Android smartphone can help you plan, navigate, and stay safe as you travel. TCL shares practical…
Realme, the world’s fastest-growing smartphone brand, has launched the realme C75 smartphone in South Africa to make flagship-level artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities accessible to all. Available from Vodacom for R5,999 (R349 per month on a three-year contract), realme C75 is a mishap-proof phone for young users with busy lives. realme has made massive investments in…
Buying a new phone is an investment, but it can quickly become overwhelming with so many options and technical specifications. Every brand promises the best camera, the fastest performance, and the longest battery life, but what matters when choosing your next device? Instead of getting lost in a sea of specs, focus on four key…
The touchscreen is the main way you interact with your smartphone. As such, an unresponsive screen or ‘ghost touch’ (apps opening by themselves or icons acting like you’re touching them) can make your device unusable. Causes of these issues may include glitchy apps, overheating, faulty chargers, a dirty or wet screen, and damage or faults…
