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21/07/2026

𝗩𝗼𝗹𝗸𝘀𝘄𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗻 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮 𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘄𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆

The company has expanded its renewable energy capacity with a new 0.88MWp solar installation at its Component Plant in Kariega, Eastern Cape.

The latest project forms part of Volkswagen’s long-term sustainability strategy, with renewable energy already supplying 40% of Plant Kariega’s electricity. The investment supports the company’s goal of reducing carbon emissions while advancing more sustainable vehicle manufacturing in South Africa.

16/07/2026

𝗧𝗶𝗸𝗧𝗼𝗸 𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗧𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗲 𝗔𝗜-𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗺

As generative AI continues to reshape social media, TikTok is rolling out new AI-powered systems to detect AI-generated spam across Sub-Saharan Africa, including South Africa.

The platform is also launching an AI Literacy Hub to help users identify AI-generated content and better understand how AI is being used online.

TikTok says it removed more than 86 million fake accounts during the first quarter of 2026, while over 3 billion videos have been labelled as AI-generated through its transparency measures.

As synthetic content becomes more convincing, protecting authenticity and maintaining trust are becoming some of the biggest challenges facing digital platforms.

Will AI be the solution to AI-generated misinformation, or is a broader approach needed?

07/07/2026

𝗔 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗳𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗯𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮’𝘀 𝗳𝘂𝗲𝗹 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆

Abu Dhabi’s largest oil company, Adnoc, is reportedly close to acquiring Shell’s South African fuel retail business in a deal valued at approximately R16 billion.

If approved, the transaction would place nearly 600 petrol stations under Adnoc’s control — representing around 10% of South Africa’s fuel retail market.

Beyond the numbers, the deal signals growing international interest in South African assets and highlights how Gulf investors are increasingly expanding their footprint across global energy markets.

For Shell, it forms part of a broader strategy to focus on core operations. For South Africa, it could mark another significant chapter in the evolution of the country’s fuel retail landscape.

Will foreign investment of this scale strengthen competition and infrastructure, or reshape the market in unexpected ways?

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06/07/2026

𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗗 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮: 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗼𝗿 𝗣𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗶𝘀𝗸?

South Africa’s proposed Digital ID system is sparking debate around privacy, surveillance, data security and government oversight.

Critics argue that a fully digital identity system could create long-term records of citizens’ activities, increase reliance on government-managed digital infrastructure and potentially concentrate too much authority within a single system.

Others have raised concerns about cybersecurity risks, system reliability and whether a voluntary digital identity could eventually become a practical requirement for accessing essential services.

Supporters, however, believe Digital IDs could improve service delivery, strengthen identity verification, reduce fraud and modernise interactions between citizens, businesses and government.

As governments around the world continue investing in digital identity programmes, South Africa faces an important question: how can innovation be balanced with privacy, security and individual freedoms?

💬 𝗪𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗯𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗳𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝗵𝘆𝘀𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗗 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮 𝗱𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗼𝗻𝗲?

06/07/2026

Why do scammers want access to your bank account?

Speaking on CapeTalk, cybersecurity expert Boikokobetso “Mr Fingerz” Makhetloane warned that scammers are using social media to recruit unsuspecting South Africans as money mules.

What looks like easy money could leave you legally liable.

02/07/2026

What does a R7.4 million share award say about long-term leadership?

Naspers SA CEO Phuthi Mahanyele-Dabengwa has taken delivery of shares valued at approximately R7.4 million following the vesting of a long-term share award.

02/07/2026

Digital convenience comes with digital responsibility.

Following a Pick n Pay data breach, Capitec has advised some customers to replace their bank cards as a precaution.

01/07/2026

Is WhatsApp’s new privacy feature really private?

WhatsApp usernames are coming, but some experts warn they could introduce new privacy and impersonation risks.

01/07/2026

Africa’s Digital Future Is Taking Shape

Speaking at the inaugural Google Cloud Summit in Johannesburg, President Cyril Ramaphosa highlighted how AI and cloud computing can unlock innovation, investment and opportunity across the continent.

As Africa’s digital economy continues to evolve, emerging technologies are set to play a key role in driving growth, competitiveness and job creation.

01/07/2026

Gauteng Gets R1.9 Billion Digital Transformation Boost

Gauteng is doubling down on its digital future.

A R1.9 billion investment in connectivity, cybersecurity, AI and digital infrastructure signals a growing commitment to building a smarter, more digitally connected province.

The funding will support expanded broadband access, digital skills development and innovation initiatives designed to improve access to services and accelerate transformation across communities.

As South Africa's digital economy evolves, investments in technology are becoming critical drivers of inclusive growth and long-term competitiveness.

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