Affordable 5G smartphones transform the digital lives of Gen Z
Around 70% of sub Saharan Africa’s people are aged under 30, representing a digital-first generation that sees easy, affordable access to the latest and best tech as non-negotiable. For this demographic, rapid rollout of 5G networks across the continent is set to take...
Binance pay goes live at SA merchants
Binance Pay has extended its reach in South Africa, enabling cryptocurrency payments at over 31 000 merchants nationwide through its integration with Zapper. This allows consumers to use digital currencies for everyday purchases at various establishments, including...
FNB Connect debuts Global Travel eSIM
FNB Connect has launched its new a Global Travel eSIM, allowing customers to stay connected across more than 240 international mobile networks, without the need to swap SIM cards or worry about unexpected roaming fees. “FNB Connect’s focus on innovation is driven by a...
Hisense captures 58% of global volume share for 100inch+ TVs
Hisense, a leading brand in global consumer electronics and home appliances, continues to strengthen its leadership in premium display technology. According to Omdia’s latest half-year data, Hisense ranked numer one worldwide in shipments of 100-inch and above TVs in...
Nedbank launches a new mobile service
Nedbank has introduced Nedbank Connect, a mobile network for Nedbank clients that is available through the Nedbank Money app and Online Banking,. Nedbank Connect enables clients to access flexible and rewarding mobile plans with either a physical SIM card or a free...
Keep your smartphone, data and money safe
In South Africa, the biggest mobile threats are not the high-tech hacks and breaches you see in the news. Familiar risks like SIM-swap fraud and phishing remain far more common. TCL looks at common mobile security threats and how you can keep your data, money, and...
TCL scoops five EISA awards
TCL has clinched five EISA awards. The TCL 98-inch C8K earned the “EISA Statement TV 2025–2026” award, while the TCL 85C9K claimed the “EISA Home Theatre Mini LED TV 2025–2026” title. The TCL 75C7K was named as the “EISA Family TV 2025–2026”, the TCL 55C6K took...
Hisense wins international EISA awards
Hisense has won six awards at the Expert Imaging and Sound Association (EISA). This year’s recognition, based on independent testing, spans across Hisense’s TVs, laser projectors and wireless sound systems. “These awards highlight Hisense’s position as a global...
RS South Africa partners with Qhubeka to empower learners
RS South Africa has partnered with Qhubeka Charity through the Inqolobane Trust, to make a difference in the lives of South African learners. Through its bicycle donation initiative, 354 bicycles have been distributed to date, empowering students to access education...
Is SA ready for the connected TV tipping point?
As audiences move from broadcast to CTV, the real question is when local advertisers will catch up. By Leslie Adams, sales director at Reach Africa For decades, television was the heavyweight of media spend. If you wanted mass reach, you bought primetime TV. Simple....
Get the basics right to unlock social infrastructure funding
At first glance, South Africa’s social infrastructure challenges appear to be about funding. By Lloyd Wallace, technical director and expertise lead: infrastructure advisory at Zutari The headline issue is all too familiar: too little money, too many needs. According...
Shape your financial future like a pro
Despite significant strides in representation and empowerment, South African women continue to shoulder a disproportionately heavy burden of financial stress. DebtBusters’ latest Money Stress Tracker found that nearly 75% of female respondents reported high levels of...