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South Africa’s telcos gear up for digital leap in 2026

Local mobile network operators close a strong 2025, while eyeing AI, 5G and satellite technologies to drive growth in 2026.
Admire Moyo

Smart village powers Limpopo amid SA’s digital divide

Electricity minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa will launch a smart city project in a Limpopo village on Friday.
Nicola Mawson

Top ICT tenders: SITA’s relevance to be reviewed

DCDT plans a full review of SITA’s mandate, performance and business model.
Kimberly Guest

Regulator ‘disappointed’ by judgement over matric results publication

The Pretoria High Court sets aside the Information Regulator’s enforcement action against the Department of Basic Education over matric results publication.
Sibahle Malinga

EEIP policy garners 90% support, says Malatsi

Communications minister Solly Malatsi gazettes the final policy direction on the role of equity equivalent investment programmes in the ICT sector.
Staff Writer

Experts predict 2026 digital commerce growth but warn of tariff risks

Local experts forecast continued growth in digital commerce locally, while expecting global economic headwinds to challenge exporters in 2026.
Staff Writer

AI-powered health collaboration targets African precision medicine

The CSIR teams up with PromptBio to accelerate AI-driven multiome research for various disease groups in Africa.
Staff Writer

Bayobab strengthens leadership team

The MTN Group subsidiary appoints a CTIO, risk and compliance general manager and MD for its FibreCo business in SA.
Staff Writer

Cell C to replicate capex-light model in fibre move

The company sees the next wave of growth in broadband for operators in underserved areas.
Nicola Mawson

AI drives record-breaking tech M&A in 2025

Tech giants spent trillions securing AI capabilities in 2025, while SA saw major telco consolidation and fintech IPOs reshape the local landscape.
Nicola Mawson

ITWeb TV: Bank Zero acquisition to boost Lesaka balance sheet

The deal will combine Lesaka’s reach with Bank Zero’s tech and expertise for greater financial inclusion, says Lesaka CEO Lincoln Mali.
Sibahle Malinga

Africa’s youth must lead science, innovation agenda

Deputy minister Dr Nomalungelo Gina urges young Africans, particularly young women, to take their rightful place in science and innovation.
Staff Writer
What the National AI Policy will mean for business
Mlindi Mashologu, deputy director-general at DCDT, will deliver the opening keynote at ITWeb AI Summit 2026.
Staff Writer
GenAI risks and ransomware escalate ahead of 2026, says Check Point
Angola, Nigeria, Kenya and SA top the list of the hardest hit countries on the continent, according to Check Point research.
Christopher Tredger

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