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Is Google’s Project Link the first nail in the African telcos’ coffin?

Google recently announced its first infrastructural project in Africa, called Project Link. This initiative, through the building of a fibre-optic network in Kampala (Uganda),…

8 crazy car gadgets you’ve probably never heard of

Automotive gadgets that were once unique to the most well-appointed of luxury barges often end up filtering down to common-or-garden runabouts that ordinary people…

Old Mac, new Mac: refurbishing an older Apple for a brighter future

There’s both a sad and exciting cycle of life between modern computers. While we’re able to hold on to our intrepid digital companions for…

Facebook looking at feature that lets you save links to read later

Given the vast number of links shared on Facebook on a daily basis you’d think it would have twigged that an in-built service allowing…

The 5 minute guide to scraping data from PDFs

Every data journalist knows the feeling: you’re working on a massive project, you’ve finally found the data… but it is in PDF format. Last…

Baidu reports 270m active Android users in China

If anyone is in the position to know what Chinese netizens get up to online, it’s Baidu, the nation’s top search engine. Baidu’s newest…

6 big numbers to come out of Naspers’ latest set of results

Over the past decade or so, Naspers has gone from being a reasonably large media and publishing outfit to being an emerging markets internet…

Netflix Paramount Trump Clash Escalates As Streaming Power Meets Political Pressure

Donald Trump’s call for Netflix to remove board member Susan Rice has intensified the Paramount saga, pushing the streaming wars into a political confrontation.

The Future of Forex Brokers in South Africa – Consolidation, Regulation, or Exit?

South Africa’s retail forex industry is entering a decisive phase as regulation tightens and consolidation accelerates. What does it mean for brokers and traders?

Kimi K2.5 Enters the Global AI Race Against ChatGPT 5.2 and Its Rivals

Kimi K2.5 has launched as a powerful open AI model from China. Here’s how it compares to ChatGPT 5.2, Claude, Gemini and Grok in capability, architecture and strategy.

Is 2026 The Crypto Tipping Point For African Merchants?

With stablecoins gaining traction and regulation improving, African merchants may be nearing a crypto tipping point. Here’s why 2026 could mark a shift from hesitation to adoption.

Can Digital Skills Unlock South Africa’s Next Growth Cycle?

With youth unemployment above 60 percent, South Africa is betting on digital skills to drive inclusive growth. Here is how MICT SETA is positioning the next generation for the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

Vox 100Mbps Fixed Wireless Review: Fast, Reliable Internet That Finally Feels Like Fibre

We tested Vox Telecom’s 100Mbps Kiwi Home Wireless in South Africa. Installation, real speed tests, pricing and how it compares to fibre for everyday use

Sony WF-1000XM6 Lands In South Africa With Smarter Noise Cancelling And Premium Sound

Sony launches the WF-1000XM6 in South Africa with upgraded noise cancelling, better call clarity and premium sound. Pricing starts at R7,999.

Niche Dating Apps Are Gaining Ground In South Africa Beyond The Swipe

South Africa’s online dating scene is shifting in 2026 as users move away from endless swiping toward niche apps focused on values, safety, and real connection.