Ronald Ralinala
South Africans may soon experience a very different way of accessing police services, with drive-thru police stations being explored as part of a plan to modernise public safety delivery. The concept, reportedly being piloted in major areas, aims to let residents handle basic needs without leaving their vehicles, reducing waiting times and easing the strain … Read more
Global data centre giant Equinix ramps up South Africa buildout with 160MW plan Equinix has set its sights even higher on South Africa’s data centre boom, announcing plans for an additional 160MW of capacity as part of a R7.5-billion investment package. The Nasdaq-listed firm says it has secured land in both Johannesburg and Cape Town, … Read more
MTN South Africa Unveils Pi, a Contract-Free “Digital-Only” Operator Built on Its Own Network MTN South Africa has introduced Pi, a new digital-only mobile operator designed to feel like a fresh challenger rather than a typical brand extension. While Pi runs on MTN’s network, it operates as a separate, consumer-facing service with a single-app experience—positioning … Read more
Tshwane Bus Services has issued an urgent warning to commuters in Pretoria, saying several of its depots have run out of fuel, forcing a sharp drop in services. Since Monday afternoon, the company says it has been operating far fewer buses than planned due to the fuel shortage. The result is a major disruption to … Read more
South Africa finally gets a real broadband map showing last-mile gaps—and what it means for investment For the first time, South Africa has a detailed view of where broadband infrastructure is actually available and where it isn’t. The breakthrough comes in the form of a geospatial information system (GIS) built to reflect real-world connectivity, down … Read more
SA Licensed Bookmakers Push Banks to Block Offshore Gambling Payments South Africa’s licensed sports betting industry is calling for tougher action from banks and payment firms, arguing that a large share of online wagering activity is happening through unlicensed offshore gambling sites. In a submission supported by a new industry-commissioned study, bookmakers say the payments … Read more
Government moves to cushion South Africa against fuel shock driven by Iran conflict South Africa’s fuel levy relief has kicked in as prices jumped again following heightened tensions in the Middle East, with diesel taking the hardest hit for motorists and businesses relying on logistics. On Tuesday, government announced it would temporarily reduce its general … Read more
Soldiers have begun deploying to the Cape Flats, after mounting public pressure over crime, safety, and the ability of local policing to respond quickly enough. The move marks a significant step from the national government, which says the presence of the military will strengthen ongoing efforts by law enforcement agencies on the ground. For years, … Read more
Uber Sprints to Back South Africa with R5-Billion as Licensing Fight Looms Uber has announced a bold R5-billion investment push for South Africa over the next three years, positioning the money behind electric mobility plans and expansion of new revenue streams. But the ride-hailing company is also fighting an uncomfortable reality: its e-hailing licence process … Read more
South African Director Donovan Marsh Bets on AI Filmmaking—And Says It’s Already Changing Jobs South African filmmaker and director Donovan Marsh says he first knew the traditional movie-making era was ending when he watched pre-release AI clips generated by OpenAI’s Sora on his phone. What he saw didn’t feel like a novelty—it felt like a … Read more