The enduring cultural image of the cybercriminal is an unexpectedly persistent myth. For a long time now, pop culture has depicted the threat adversary as a lone, anti-social hacker operating from a dark bedroom, driven by mischief or vague ideological grievances. That archetype is very much removed from reality. Today, when an organisation falls victim […]

The two discussed establishing Nairobi as the home of the first OpenAI Academy initiative in Eastern Africa, expanding AI education, and strengthening digital skills.

Duxbury Networking has strengthened its Duxbury Cybersecurity business unit with the addition of WatchGuard and Cynet, giving South African resellers broader, more integrated coverage across the security risks customers. The move comes as cybersecurity buying becomes more fragmented and customer risk becomes harder to priorities. Customers are no longer looking for isolated point products. They […]

A new study from Mastercard reveals a significant wave of optimism among South Africa’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs), with half feeling positive about the year ahead. South Africa’s small and medium enterprises SMEs are increasingly demonstrating real digital sophistication in the way they do business. South African online payment acceptance of those surveyed is […]

Creation of custom policies, full system configuration portability, in-depth audit of the control plane cluster and supply chain attack prevention – the new release of Kaspersky’s security solution for containerised environments accelerates development and compliance workflows while safeguarding infrastructure against sophisticated cyberthreats. Containerisation is the new standard for modern software development. Its ability to boost […]

 Key points • MTN Group CEO warns that rising Afrophobic sentiments could undermine youth employment and continental integration. • Calls for stronger economic cooperation and protection of pan-African investments across African markets. • Experts caution that retaliatory actions may disrupt key digital and financial ecosystems across the continent. Main story The President and Chief Executive […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

How Social Media Algorithms Work in 2026: Why You See What You See Have you ever opened Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, X, or YouTube and wondered why certain posts keep appearing in… TechCity

In Africa, investors have committed $44 billion annually, up nearly 50% from a few years ago, yet founders building technologies to help farmers survive droughts, businesses reduce emissions, and communities adapt to changing weather patterns still struggle to access capital. 

Check Point® Software Technologies Ltd. and Illumio Inc., the breach containment company, announced an expanded strategic partnership to help organizations defend against a new category of threat: frontier AI models capable of autonomously executing full-scale attacks at machine speed. “Security teams are being asked to defend environments that are moving faster and that are more complex — against attackers who are […]

As Pokémon GO expands with new events, exclusive raids, and location-based rewards, players are constantly looking for ways to access more in-game content without physical travel. For this reason, GPS spoofing has become a popular option among trainers who want to explore different regions and catch exclusive Pokémon from anywhere. However, for iPhone users, finding […]

The launch comes as South Africa's youth unemployment crisis deepens.

Your phone is already a capable camera. The problem is that great footage doesn’t always come out looking great. Low light, shaky hands, weak microphones – these are everyday issues that even newer smartphones struggle with. The good news is that you don’t need a desktop editor or a powerful PC to fix any of […]

Large infrastructure projects have a stubborn reputation. Globally, major capital works such as transport corridors, water treatment facilities, smart city backbone systems routinely exceed budget and fall behind schedule. In fact, the McKinsey Global Institute estimates that large infrastructure projects run on average, 80% over budget and 20 months behind schedule. It is an eye-watering number […]

Ukiyo, a South African edutech and youth development organization, has launched its Global Student Support Platform [GSSP]. This mobile app brings education, funding, career opportunities, and student support into one place. The launch comes at a difficult point for young people in South Africa. According to Statistics South Africa’s Quarterly Labour Force Survey for Q1 […]

South African payments platform, PayJustNow, will be available at Netcare Medicross medical and dental centers from 18 May. Giving patients a new way to manage the often-prohibitive upfront cost of private GP and dental visits without having to absorb the full amount at once. Netcare Medicross forms part of Netcare’s Primary Care Division and is […]

The rollout is happening in phases, so the update may not appear on your device right away.

Eight major government agencies hold some of Nigeria's most valuable datasets on citizens. But these databases remain siloed, with little interoperability or data sharing.

By Boluwatife Oshadiya| June 17, 2026 Key Points Main Story The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has commenced a comprehensive review of Mobile Termination Rates (MTRs), marking the first major reassessment of the framework since the current rates were introduced in 2018. Speaking during a stakeholder engagement session in Lagos, the NCC’s Head of Competition and […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Getting Android 17 on your phone doesn't automatically mean you'll get all its best features. 

The rule comes as banks and fintechs expand beyond their traditional niches to serve both consumers and merchants.

The rise in staff dismissals amid falling fraud cases signals that Kenyan banks are taking a tougher stance on insider crime, using technology and tighter controls to detect misconduct early. 

Key points Main story The Federal Government has announced plans to commence the rollout of Nigeria’s long-awaited GIS-enabled alphanumeric digital postcode system in October 2026, marking a major step in the country’s digital transformation and national addressing reform agenda. The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, disclosed this on Monday at […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Key points Main story The National Boundary Commission (NBC) has intensified efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s border security architecture through the development of practical strategies aimed at enhancing resilience, improving cross-border cooperation, and addressing emerging security threats. Speaking at a one-day high-level workshop on border security in Abuja on Monday, the Director-General of the NBC, Mr […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

How to Browse Privately on Phone 2026: A Simple Guide for Any Device Many people assume that opening a browser’s “Private” or “Incognito” mode makes them completely anonymous online. It doesn’t.… TechCity

LG Electronics has partnered with SuperSport to launch a brand-new feature show, SuperSport Social Corner, to capture the unique and authentic South African flavour of soccer match-days outside of the stadium. This show explores the lively, opinionated, and highly social nature of soccer culture in South Africa, illustrating how the right technology can turn any […]

AI has made software creation faster and more accessible, but speed is not the same as quality. The competitive advantage is shifting from who can write code to who can define the problem, guide the build, test the output, manage risk and keep the system maintainable. Euphoria Telecom technology director Nic Laschinger says there are […]

The question is no longer whether artificial intelligence belongs in South African classrooms. It is already there, formally through approved school platforms, and informally through learner usage and teacher experimentation. The real challenge is moving beyond the hype to provide schools with practical clarity, consistency, and implementation frameworks that let them use these technologies effectively […]

Fraud dispute resolution is often manual and can take weeks. Research shows 73% of customers say their loyalty is heavily influenced by how fraud is handled. While customer satisfaction and retention may largely lie in the ambit of the CMO, a large part of the solution lies with today’s security leaders.  Despite increasing security efforts, […]