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  Purchase the HONOR X7e and get two complimentary bundled gifts worth R1498 The HONOR X7e is now available in stores for purchase across South Africa, offering consumers a smartphone designed to keep pace with the realities of everyday life. Combining an ultra-long-lasting battery, dependable durability and intelligent AI, the HONOR X7e proves that the best technology is not just about innovation, it is about helping people stay connected to the moments and people who matter most. Available in Sunrise Orange and Midnight Black, the HONOR X7e retails for a recommended retail price of R5,999 or from R329 x 36 months, making premium innovation more accessible than ever. Customers can also enjoy exceptional added value gifts with a complimentary HONOR Choice Watch 2i (worth R999), HONOR Choice Earbuds X8i (worth R499) and HONOR Care benefits valued at up to R1,599, including 180-day screen damage protection. As South Africa marks the close of Nelson Mandela Month, the spirit of dedi...

There was a time when ordering a cocktail started with one question: sweet or savoury? Today, that conversation is becoming far more interesting. Across cocktail bars and home entertaining alike, cocktail enthusiasts are moving beyond simply choosing a drink. They're becoming increasingly curious about flavour, balance and craftsmanship-asking not just what is in the glass, but why it tastes the way it does. It's a shift that reflects a growing appreciation for premium drinking experiences, where every ingredient has a role to play. Rum is finding a renewed partner in this evolution.   Long associated with tropical serves and familiar classics, premium rum is earning renewed recognition for its depth, versatility and ability to express a burst of flavor innovations. Bartenders are revisiting traditional rum cocktails, while introducing new serves that showcase the spirit's complexity in ways many consumers are discovering for the first time. But the hero behind these co...

  Solly Malatsi, Minister of the Department of Communications and Digital Technologies Huawei held its flagship Huawei South Africa Connect 2026, bringing together 2,900 leaders from government and industry to examine how AI and intelligent digital infrastructure can help South African organisations adopt AI at scale. Under the theme "Where Innovation Shapes the Future," discussions focused on how South Africa, ranked first in Sub-Saharan Africa for AI readiness , is positioned to turn its AI ambitions and digital foundations into practical results across public services, energy, finance, telecommunications and education. Solly Malatsi, Minister of the Department of Communications and Digital Technologies, opened the event with a call for closer partnership between government and industry to widen access to South Africa's digital economy. He pointed to connectivity and affordable devices as immediate priorities. "We have a responsibility to ensure that we don't o...

    HONOR introduces its AiMAGE chip-device-cloud imaging engine, announces a joint imaging technology lab with ARRI, and brings ARRI LogC3, ARRI Wide Gamut 3 and ARRI Looks to the HONOR Robot Phone   Global AI device ecosystem company HONOR yesterday hosted the HONOR Imaging Technology Launch in Hengdian in China, introducing its latest mobile imaging technologies and outlining how professional cinema workflow can be adapted for mobile creation. At the event, HONOR introduced the Optics-Intelligence Evolution principle behind its imaging strategy, showcased its HONOR AiMAGE chip-device-cloud imaging engine, and announced a joint imaging technology lab with ARRI. The launch also brought together Harald Brendel, ARRI Director Image Science; Claudio Miranda, Academy Award Winner; Wang Boxue, Cinematographer; Luo Wei, HONOR Chief Imaging Engineer; and Zhao Fuchen, HONOR Imaging Cognition Expert, to discuss how professional cinema technologies and creative workflows can be br...

  South African gaming is entering a new era. After more than two decades as the country’s most iconic gaming event, rAge is preparing for its biggest evolution yet. Descending on Fourways Mall from 27 to 29 November 2026, rAge 2026 will bring together gaming, esports, technology, creators, cosplay, anime, entertainment, competition and community in a more immersive and expansive format than anyone can imagine. Gaming will always remain the beating heart of rAge, but this year’s spectacle has been designed from the ground up for a much broader audience. Families, young creators, technology enthusiasts, casual players, anime and cosplay fans, serious competitors, and curious first-time visitors will all find something unforgettable. Key to this new chapter is Mettlestate, which joins rAge as a proud strategic partner for the future of the event. The partnership brings together rAge’s grand scale, heritage and cultural relevance with Mettlestate’s expertise in esports, gaming communi...

  Why procurement of goods not for resale has become one of retail’s biggest untapped opportunities to improve profitability. As South African retailers navigate sluggish consumer demand, rising operating costs and relentless pressure on margins, the next wave of cost optimisation may have less to do with the products on store shelves and more to do with everything that supports them. Industry experts say procurement of goods not for resale (GNFR) – everything from store fittings and staff uniforms to marketing materials, technology, logistics services, facilities management and packaging – has emerged as one of retail’s biggest untapped opportunities for improving profitability. Unlike merchandise procurement, which receives constant executive attention, GNFR spending is often fragmented across departments and managed independently by marketing, operations, IT, HR and finance. Global consulting firm McKinsey estimates that indirect procurement typically accounts for 10% to 15% of ...

  Nigerian hitmaker and pop icon Teni is back with a brand new body of work. Today, 24 July 2026, the award-winning singer officially releases her highly anticipated EP, The Wellness Package, ushering in a fresh chapter centered on healing, growth, and pure joy. The new project also marks Teni’s major international partnership with global music and media company Gamma, joining forces to take her creative vision worldwide. “Teni is a remarkable artist with a unique ability to connect with audiences around the world,” says Larry Jackson, Founder and CEO of Gamma. Sipho Dlamini, President of Gamma Africa, added that Teni continues to raise the bar for African music and culture on a global scale. Star-Studded Features and Massive Streaming Numbers The Wellness Package brings together Teni’s signature storytelling with heavy-hitting collaborations across the West African music scene. The EP features major guest appearances, including: “Zion” featuring Olamide “Wuru Maya” featuring Chike...

  Share Tweet Sporting Mitsubishi’s new twin-turbocharged 2.4-litre diesel engine, the more powerful Triton has officially arrived in SA. See pricing and specs below As highlighted in our Every bakkie confirmed for SA in 2026 feature, the more powerful Triton will arrive in our market this year…and in M ay 2026, Mitsubishi’s local arm confirmed the updated lineup, which includes the aforementioned model, is set to launch in the “coming months”. Well, the revised Triton range has officially touched down in SA, with the new Bi-Turbo derivative spearheading the portfolio. The refreshed Triton lineup comprises 12 derivatives – split 10/2 between double- and single-cab body styles, respectively. The double-cab can be had with the choice of six trim grades: GL, GLS, Xtreme, Athlete, Edition 46, and newly introduced Bi-Turbo. As its name would suggest, the latter variant employs the Japanese automaker’s new 2.4-litre twin-turbocharged four-cylinder diesel engine, which produces 150 kW and...

   Not so long ago, launching a mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) was about disrupting the telecoms market. The early entrants in this space saw an opportunity to offer consumers greater choice and lower prices without having to bear the cost of building a mobile network. But today, the appeal of launching an MVNO is more about strengthening your core businesses. And when one looks at just how much the market has grown in recent years, it’s clear that everyone wants in. Banks are bundling connectivity with financial services to gain fresh customer insights and to deepen customer relationships. Retailers are rewarding shoppers with free data. And insurers are embracing the MVNO model as a way to strengthen loyalty and unlock new revenue streams. According to a recent report from Africa Analysis, South Africa’s MVNO market is set to grow from 4.4 million active SIMs in 2025 to 14.4 million by 2030.  But as competition in the MVNO market heats up, how do existing and ...

  Planning for the unexpected is never easy, but it is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your loved ones. When it comes to financial protection, many South Africans often ask: What is the difference between funeral cover and life cover, and do I need both? While these products are sometimes confused, they serve very different purposes. Understanding how they work can help you make more informed decisions about your family’s future. This highlights the growing reliance on funeral cover as a primary form of protection, despite its limitations. Importantly, funeral policies are also legally capped at around R100,000 per life insured, reinforcing that while they play a critical role in covering immediate costs, they are not designed to provide comprehensive financial protection for families. Here’s a closer look at how funeral cover and life cover differ, and the role each plays in protecting your family financially: 1. Not all payouts are the same Funeral cover t...