For Africa’s media houses, 2026 represents a definitive tipping point. The triple threat of revenue model collapse, platform dependency, and the relentless surge of generative AI has moved from a “future risk” to a daily operational reality. While many newsrooms are scrambling to react at a tactical level–experimenting with chatbots or basic automated summaries–a strategic…
Artificial intelligence is increasingly being used by international travellers to plan, book, and navigate trips, according to qualitative research by South African Tourism. Covering the US, China, India, Kenya, and the UK, the study shows AI tools like ChatGPT, Co-Pilot, and DeepSeek are helping consumers personalise itineraries and streamline travel experiences. From planning itineraries to…
Elon Musk’s Starlink is reportedly mulling a significant R2 billion investment in South Africa as a potential strategy to secure an operating license, according to anonymous sources cited by Business Day. This move could be a way for the satellite internet company to work around South Africa’s black empowerment regulations. Read: Nothing Phone 3: A…
