290 The ability to investigate and prosecute organised crime could come under scrutiny if weaknesses in law enforcement persist, warns National Treasury. Damning allegations surfacing at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry could…
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Lost in translation: why AI voice agents fail South Africans
283 South African businesses are rolling out AI voice agents at speed. Most of those agents were built in the US. They sound American, “think” in English and process calls through servers…
10 benefits to online learning through Richfield
217 As the demand for flexible tertiary education grows, choosing the right institution is critical. Richfield has perfected the distance learning model, ensuring that students receive the same quality of education as…
You can now upload documents via WhatsApp: Here’s what you need to know about your tax return
276 The income tax return filing period will begin on 1 July 2026 and end on 22 January 2027. As the 2026 tax season gets underway, taxpayers are being urged to familiarise…
Trouble at Xbox
281 Microsoft’s Xbox division is planning major layoffs next month and significant cuts to marketing and other budgets, Bloomberg News reported on Wednesday. The job cuts would mark the first major restructuring…
Why a payments company tracks South Africa’s financial pulse
240 For South Africa’s merchants and lenders, the most important question at the end of each month is a simple one: can customers actually pay? Behind every card swipe, debit order and…
Mental health support group in South Africa spends R150k per month on suicide helpline
231 Calls to the helplines are toll-free, ensuring that no one is prevented from seeking help due to a lack of airtime. South Africa’s leading mental health non-governmental organisation, the South African…
AI boom sparks rally, frenzy and fear
260 An AI boom has driven stock markets to record highs and big tech firms are piling hundreds of billions of dollars into new tech, while consumers, workers and businesses are grappling…
South Africa wants its minerals to power local EV factories
294 South Africa plans to add to its automotive incentive programme the minerals used in the manufacture of electric vehicle batteries to boost local EV production and support related supply chains. The…
Tshwane wins Mooikloof Mega City electricity distribution battle
1,001 Municipalities’ exclusive reticulation right confirmed. The City of Tshwane won a court battle against Eskom and energy regulator Nersa on Monday, potentially securing an additional R125 million per month in revenue…