Meta has unveiled a suite of new AI-powered eyewear at its annual Meta Connect event, signalling its continued investment in the wearables market and the future of augmented reality. The announcements included the next generation of Ray-Ban Meta glasses, a new performance-focused Oakley Meta Vanguard line, and the first Ray-Ban Meta glasses with a built-in…
Home affairs minister Leon Schreiber South Africa is moving to scrap paper-based visa applications with the launch of a new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system, revealed on Thursday by home affairs minister Leon Schreiber at a tourism industry conference. The online platform will allow travellers to apply for visas, submit biometrics and receive approvals in…
Uganda has laid out an ambitious roadmap to transform its agriculture sector into a high-value, climate-resilient engine of economic growth, calling for deeper investment and collaboration from the United Kingdom and global partners. Speaking at the 15th UK-Africa Business Summit in London, Uganda’s Senior Presidential Advisor on Agribusiness and Value-Addition Development, Dr. Hillary Musoke Kisanja,…
MCP Hackathon to embed African contexts in next-gen AI. Cortex Hub has launched the MCP Hackathon Africa 2025, a continent-wide initiative designed to embed African languages, culture and priorities into the next generation of artificial intelligence (AI). Cortex Hub says the eight-week programme aims to unite developers, researchers, start-ups and students to build practical solutions using the…
BYD says the launch positions the model as the country’s most affordable electric vehicle to date. BYD Auto South Africa has introduced the Dolphin Surf to the local market. The compact electric hatchback is priced at under R400 000. The Chinese multinational company said the launch positions the model as the country’s most affordable electric…
Workiva Inc. (NYSE: WK), the world’s leading AI-powered platform for transparency, accountability, and trust, announced today at Amplify a major expansion of its intelligent platform, introducing agentic AI, unified data automation, and a modernized controls experience for the Office of the CFO. The new capabilities allow finance, GRC, and sustainability teams to streamline complex workflows,…
BMW has officially revealed the iX3, the first vehicle built on its next-generation electric platform, “Neue Klasse.” Debuting at the Munich auto show, the iX3 is a major step in the automaker’s push to reinvent itself as a software-focused company and challenge the dominance of Chinese EV manufacturers. The iX3 is just the beginning, with…
WiTechnology officially launched its digital marketplace platform in Midrand last week, bringing together female entrepreneurs, corporates and government partners to strengthen gender equity and inclusivity in the technology sector. The digital platform was unveiled during the second WiTechnology Summit. It aims to enable women-led small and medium enterprises (SMMEs) to connect with corporates, access funding…
ACSA wants to improve passenger flow, minimise service disruptions and enhance customer experience. Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) is positioning itself as a future-ready airports operator, announcing a R21.7 billion capital investment pipeline focused on digitisation, innovation and infrastructure modernisation over the next five years. Unveiling its financial results for the year ended 31 March…
Google has officially announced the Pixel 10 Pro Fold at its recent Made by Google event. The new foldable smartphone introduces several notable features, positioning it as a strong contender in the market, particularly against rivals like the Galaxy Z Fold 7. Read: Bandwidth Blog & Smile 90.4FM Tech Tuesday: Gene-editing stops malaria One of…
