Is a streaming levy the answer to outdated TV licences?
The TV licence system is on life support. Fewer than 20% of South Africans with a licence actually pay, and the costs of chasing payments often outweigh the revenue collected. People simply don’t see the value in funding a public broadcaster when they have an endless...
Bridging the digital divide in rural SA
As South Africa commemorates Human Rights Month this March, we must confront an escalating crisis that threatens to entrench inequality and hinder progress - the digital divide. In rural South Africa, limited access to digital technologies is not just an...
Trends changing the shape of consumer consumption in 2025
It has become increasingly challenging to meet consumer demand for accessible data and this is changing the shape of service delivery and innovation in 2025, writes Craig Blignaut, WiFi product manager at Vox. In the first quarter of 2024, one user consumed 411,4...
The right to relevance: SA’s place in an AI-driven future
As South Africa commemorates Human Rights Day, guided by the imperative to "deepen a culture of social justice and human rights," we are reminded that the pursuit of dignity, justice, and inclusion is a continuous endeavour. by Vanashree Govender, senior PR manager:...
The high-tech prospects for human real estate agents
The real estate sector is experiencing a technological revolution, one that is helping agents. This trend is in spite of software platforms and new business models wanting to remove people from the value chain, a practice called disintermediation. Efforts to reduce...
Smart tech could help with SA’s worsening water crisis
South Africa's water crisis is intensifying as failing infrastructure, droughts and shrinking reservoir levels strain municipalities. Gauteng is already facing level one restrictions, while eThekwini’s water curtailments will continue until September. With demand set...
Women need to stay strong to overcome financial barriers
As we celebrate International Women’s Day on 8 March, it’s important to recognise that financial independence is a key pillar of gender equality. It’s essential for women to stay on track with prioritising their finances, writes Lindiwe Gumede, chief marketing officer...
Payments are driving SA’s digital future
The digital payment revolution is here and is transforming commerce, accelerating trade and driving economic inclusion at an unprecedented pace. By Ben Janse van Rensburg, CIO at BankservAfrica What once seemed futuristic is now at the heart of our daily life....
How your credit score shapes your future
With the 2025 Budget Speech postponed, predictions of potential PAYE tax and VAT increases signal tighter financial conditions for consumers. In this climate, maintaining a strong credit score is more critical than ever - not just for accessing loans, but for shaping...
iStore launches new iPhone 16e
iStore South Africa will be launching the iPhone 16e on the same day as the US and other major markets – so South Africans will be able to get their hands on it 28 February 2025. Pre-orders opened on Friday (21 February 2025). iStore is offering users up to R22 000...
Why traditional extinguishers can’t tame lithium-ion battery fires
You might wonder why a regular fire extinguisher, the kind you might have in your home or workplace, can't handle lithium-ion battery fires. SafeQuip, a distributor of fire-related equipment, explores why lithium-ion battery fires can be intense and tricky,...
inDrive introduces ‘Light Cashless’ feature
African ride-hailing platform inDrive has introduced "Light Cashless," a bank transfer payment feature tailored for the South African market that aligns with the country's accelerating shift toward cashless transactions by offering a safer and more convenient payment...