Articles about South Africa

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.

Australia, Saudi Arabia, Europe compete for SA’s tech skills

International recruiters are increasingly targeting South African tech professionals, intensifying global competition for scarce local skills, says Pnet.

SA to see fintech-led MVNOs offering crypto services

Fintech-led MVNOs increasingly pivot toward embedding financial services, such as cross-border payments and crypto wallets, says BMI.

Presidency rejects claims comms minister acted unlawfully

The presidency dismisses political outrage over EEIPs policy direction, saying minister Solly Malatsi acted within the confines of the law.