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ANC forgets how to spell ‘together’ in embarrassing PE billboard gaffe

Social media warfare between South Africa’s political parties is hotting up in the wake of the 8 May national elections, each picking on one…

Mama K’s Team 4 is Netflix’s first Original animation written and produced in Africa

Netflix on Tuesday announced its first Original African animated series Mama K’s Team 4. “Mama K’s Team 4 tells the story of four teen…

Apple’s iOS 13 is getting a system-wide Dark Mode, report reveals

A report by 9to5Mac on Tuesday revealed a number of incoming iOS 13 features, including support for a system-wide Dark Mode on iPhones and…

This pre-fire Notre-Dame photo is going viral on Twitter for a wholesome reason

Twitter, the world of all that is good and wholesome needs your help. In Paris, before yesterday’s Notre-Dame Cathedral fire, a Twitter user named…

Facebook Messenger’s dark mode is now available globally

Facebook has officially launched the dark mode feature for Messenger worldwide. Users across the globe can now activate the mode to experience the app…

Ahead of Endgame, Google adds Avengers-themed Playmojis to Pixel smartphones

In honour of the fast approaching Avengers: Endgame movie, Google has released a small collection of new Playmoji AR characters modelled on members of…

Paris’ Notre-Dame Cathedral fire brought under control, plans to rebuild already afoot

Update, Tuesday 8am: The fire which ravaged the Notre-Dame Cathedral’s roof since Monday evening has been brought under control. Firefighters have saved the stone…

TikTok Has Not Been Sold In The US But The New Deal Is Reshaping Who Controls The Platform

TikTok has not been sold in the United States. Despite headlines suggesting otherwise, the short-video platform remains partially owned by ByteDance. What has changed…

The Masters Of The Universe Trailer Is A CGI Spectacle And The Internet Has Feelings About It

The new trailer for Masters of the Universe did not quietly arrive. It exploded into feeds, comment sections and meme timelines, immediately reigniting an old…

Why Hardware Matters Again In A Software-Obsessed World

For most of the past decade, software drove the tech conversation. Updates, features and AI tools promised to make devices smarter without needing better…

Why Free Apps Are Becoming More Expensive Than Paid Ones In 2026

South Africans have always gravitated towards free apps. In 2026, that relationship is starting to feel far less generous. What once felt accessible now…

South African Fintech MyBento Puts Local Female-Led Tech On The Global Map

South Africa’s technology ecosystem continues to quietly produce globally competitive startups, and this time the spotlight is firmly on female-led innovation. Local fintech business…

OPPO’s Reno15 Series Signals a Maturing Premium Mid-Tier Smartphone Market in South Africa

South Africa’s smartphone market has entered a more measured phase. Instead of chasing extremes, consumers are looking for devices that fit into everyday life…

The Weirdest CES 2026 Tech People Might Actually Use In South Africa

Every January, CES reminds us that the future rarely arrives neatly packaged. Some products feel years away from real use, while others look strange…

WhatsApp’s 2026 Updates Are Making The App A Daily Productivity Layer

WhatsApp remains the backbone of digital communication in South Africa. Whether it is school groups, family messaging, buying and selling in local communities, or…