Vodacom and Google Cloud partner on AI infrastructure for African markets
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em 26/11/2025
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Multi-year agreement includes data platform migration and deployment of generative AI models across telecommunications operations in Africa....
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Bolt Introduces new safety technologies as ride-hailing grows in South Africa
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em 26/11/2025
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As ride-hailing adoption accelerates across major South African cities, Bolt is rolling out new safety tools and exploring emerging technologies to improve protection for riders and drivers. A new Ipsos study highlights how safety concerns are shaping mob...
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Stokvel Academy receives funding to launch pilot focused on digitising community savings groups
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em 25/11/2025
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The 18-month programme will train youth to support the digital onboarding and administration of stokvels. The initiative aims to expand financial education and strengthen operational practices within community groups....
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Google introduces Gemini 3 as AI adoption accelerates in South Africa
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em 24/11/2025
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The newly released Gemini 3 model will be integrated into Google products used across South Africa, bringing expanded reasoning and agent-based capabilities. The launch aligns with rising local demand for AI skills, tools and workplace applications. ...
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Mzxit AI develops data-labelling platform to support AI adoption in emerging markets
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em 24/11/2025
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The Johannesburg-based startup converts unstructured business data into AI-ready datasets for fintech, retail and agriculture. Pilot projects are underway as the company prepares regional expansion in 2026....
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iDGuardian unveils AI-Driven Identity Verification tool for mobile-based authentication
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em 22/11/2025
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Developed in South Africa, the system converts biometric inputs into cryptographic proof to support digital onboarding and KYC processes. The solution targets financial institutions and verification providers operating in emerging and informal markets....
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Plentify secures series A funding to expand its intelligent energy platform
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em 22/11/2025
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The investment will support the global rollout of Plentify’s connected appliance and smart energy management systems....
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Standard Bank receives authorization for China cross-border interbank payment system transactions in Africa
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em 22/11/2025
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South African bank secures license to process RMB-denominated payments between African and Chinese institutions through CIPS platform...
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Kaspersky urges users to stay alert amid wave of fake investment platforms
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em 21/11/2025
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Kaspersky warns users across South Africa about a wave of fake investment platforms that exploit the popularity of online trading and digital investment services....
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University of Nairobi and Odoo partner to integrate ERP training into agribusiness curriculum
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em 21/11/2025
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The partnership will introduce Odoo’s enterprise resource planning tools into the university’s agriculture and technology programs. Students will gain practical experience with digital systems used in supply chain, manufacturing, finance, and...
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Infobip projects 3.9 billion brand–customer messages for 2025 shopping season
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em 21/11/2025
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Infobip forecasts significant year-on-year growth across messaging channels during Black Friday and Cyber Monday, led by expanding RCS adoption. The data highlights messaging patterns across the US and Europe as brands increase their digital engagement....
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Report maps Africa’s social enterprise sector, highlighting revenue, employment and policy developments
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em 21/11/2025
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A new study supported by the World Economic Forum outlines the scale and characteristics of social enterprises across Africa, including their presence in South Africa.
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The future of South Africa’s online commerce: from convenience to customer control
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em 19/11/2025
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Joined by Kgomotso Rammutla, Director of Digital at KFC Africa, Alex Wörz, CEO of Mr D, and Linda Scott-Hayward, Commercial Manager at Travelstart, moderator Jessica Manthey, Stitch Head of Sales, led an insightful discussion on how rapidly e-commerc...
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Why South African supply chains can’t afford to wait for autonomy
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Goitseona Raseroka, supply chain and operations strategy lead
em 19/11/2025
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Are you leading your business into an AI-ready future, ethically?
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em 19/11/2025
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ACSA launches real-time baggage tracking to elevate the passenger journey
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em 19/11/2025
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The new tool gives travellers instant insight into their baggage movement and reflects ACSA’s commitment to building a more transparent, technology-driven airport experience....
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Cisco reports first quarter earnings
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em 18/11/2025
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The company has recorded revenue growth in four straight quarters after a stretch of four straight year-over-year drops....
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Pipedrive appoints three C-Level executives
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em 18/11/2025
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New hires bring experience from Booking.com, Expedia Group, Microsoft, and SeatGeek...
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Google and AfCFTA launch free AI training to help african SMEs compete in digital trade
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em 18/11/2025
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A new joint programme from Google and the AfCFTA Secretariat will train 7,500 small businesses in AI and digital commerce. The initiative aims to strengthen cross-border trade by equipping entrepreneurs with practical, technology-driven skills.
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MTN Group completes Azure migration for enterprise analytics infrastructure across South African operations
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em 18/11/2025
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Telco processes 22 billion daily records on cloud platform running 800 analytics workflows, positioning deployment as largest telecommunications cloud implementation in MEA region...
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