Articles about South Africa

Smartphone gap keeps African women offline

In Sub-Saharan Africa, only 34% of women own smartphones, with a 22% smartphone ownership gender gap, says the GSMA.

Critical infrastructure attacks bring nations to their knees

Hackers increasingly target essential public services, exposing nations to devastating consequences, the ITWeb Security Summit heard.

AI reshapes jobs while increasing mental demands

AI boosts productivity for SA’s workforce, but significantly increases cognitive load and workplace mental strain, a study finds.

SARS tax crackdown slams brakes on SA’s e-commerce boom

Following tax and fee adjustments introduced in 2024, cross-border e-commerce growth has slowed to about 7%, signalling the end of “indiscriminate low-price competition”.

Bitexen enters SA, expands beyond crypto trading

SA’s regulatory clarity and financial system are key factors in Bitexen’s decision to establish a local presence, it says.

Stitch adds BNPL to payments platform

The payments infrastructure provider behind several South African online retailers adds buy-now-pay-later functionality.

Cassava plans AI factory in Joburg, as Cape Town goes live

As its Cape Town facility begins operations, Cassava plans to build a Johannesburg-based AI factory, as part of its broader strategy to expand factories across Africa.

Heidi Health enters SA market as clinician-led AI grows

The platform launches locally to automate clinical documentation and bridge the healthcare worker gap.

Cash-strapped shoppers turn to AI to tighten spending

AI is becoming central to how South Africans shop, reinforcing a shift toward strategic spending, says SpendTrend26.

South Africans curious but cautious about 3D-printed food

A University of Johannesburg study finds attitudes and trust outweigh technology in shaping willingness to adopt 3D-printed food.

iStore SA expands amid growing trade-in business

The Apple reseller is scaling up its retail operations, fuelled by rising trade-ins and growth in its pre-owned devices business.

Siemens Mobility appoints CEO for SA

A 23-year veteran of the Siemens Group, Florian Kellenberger will help Siemens Mobility accelerate SA’s digital rail transition.