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Accra embraces Microsoft CityNext applications

On 22 May, Microsoft Ghana, the Accra Metropolitan Assembly and the Global Alliance of Mayors and Leaders from Africa and African Descent signed an…

This text message called the ‘Unicode of Death’ will crash your iPhone

The scariest line of characters on the internet right now makes absolutely no sense, but will crash your iPhone nonetheless. Word on the web…

Put your phone on a data diet with Opera Max, cuts up to 50% usage

Student life is a tough one. Life is expensive and income is practically non-existent because you’re a student. Ironically it usually comes at a…

7 reasons you should care about fintech even if you don’t work in finance

Once the realm of stodgy bankers, the financial services industry is changing rapidly as young software engineers breathe new life into the sector. That’s…

Y&R CEO David Sable chats advertising’s next big markets, why ‘Dumb Ways to Die’ secretly sucked

For a guy at the top of an industry worth billions upon billions of dollars, David Sable doesn’t seem all that concerned with the…

Lenovo: why the world’s biggest PC maker isn’t really a PC company any more

Lenovo is an anomaly in the PC space. While the market as a whole has struggled with declining growth, the Chinese tech giant has…

Solid Snake, Bill Rizer and Simon Belmont: the Big Konami Three

Konami has been one of the biggest developers and publishers of video games for over two decades. Over the years they have provided us…

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.