https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/185.html South Africa Technology news 15 Technology news - South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/res/img/logo.gif https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/185.html en-us Sat, 25 Jul 2026 00:39:08 +0200 https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/pepkor-bets-big-on-sa-informal-economy-with-r213bn-flash-shop2shop-fintech-deal-745002a Pepkor is doubling down on South Africa's fast-growing informal economy, announcing a landmark transaction that will combine its fintech subsidiary Flash with payments platform Shop2Shop to create one of the country's largest merchant commerce and fintech businesses. 1-270092 Wed, 22 Jul 2026 10:23:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Technology South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/bosch-celebrates-120-years-in-sa-with-renewed-focus-on-local-innovation-and-growth-856153a For more than a century, Bosch has been part of South Africa's industrial story. Now, as the global technology and engineering company celebrates 120 years in the country, it is reaffirming its long-term commitment to local manufacturing, skills development, sustainable technologies and industrial innovation. 1-270059 Tue, 21 Jul 2026 11:56:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Technology South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/uj-study-says-south-african-retail-needs-better-leadership-training-856193a As South Africa's retail sector undergoes rapid digital transformation, new research from the University of Johannesburg (UJ) warns that a shortage of leadership skills - not technology — is emerging as one of the biggest threats to the industry's future. 1-270029 Tue, 21 Jul 2026 08:58:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Technology South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/the-r50-shopper-how-ai-is-changing-the-future-of-south-african-retail-408609a The South African shopper is changing. With rising living costs influencing everyday purchasing decisions, consumers are looking for more affordable options, greater convenience and experiences that feel tailored to their needs. 1-269865 Wed, 15 Jul 2026 10:28:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Technology South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/sixty60s-pixie-shows-ai-is-becoming-part-of-everyday-grocery-shopping-953154a Artificial intelligence is moving beyond the hype cycle and into everyday consumer experiences, with grocery shopping emerging as one of the latest areas where AI is changing how people interact with technology. 1-269864 Tue, 14 Jul 2026 14:25:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Technology South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/woolworths-beta-tests-my-woolies-chef-for-select-loyalty-members-175316a Woolworths is taking the next step in its food retail journey with the introduction of My Woolies Chef, an AI-powered food assistant designed to make meal planning, recipe discovery and grocery shopping easier for customers. 1-269818 Mon, 13 Jul 2026 11:06:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Technology South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/whirlpool-reinforces-its-commitment-to-south-african-homes-with-the-launch-of-the-new-w11-collection-289057a Whirlpool continues to strengthen its presence in South Africa with the introduction of the new W11 Collection, a premium range of integrated kitchen appliances designed for homeowners who value intuitive innovation, sophisticated design and seamless living. 1-268990 Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:44:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Technology South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/ocean-basket-lizandre-keller-on-why-brands-are-rewriting-the-rules-for-gen-z-512390a South Africa’s younger consumers are growing up in a world where apps, social platforms and digital communities shape almost every part of daily life. 1-268906 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 09:40:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Technology South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/canon-south-africa-brings-executive-leadership-closer-to-customers-in-the-western-cape-067265a Canon South Africa is strengthening its leadership presence in the Western Cape to better assist with its wider plan to increase alignment of regional operations with customer and national business requirements. The move also reflects the growing opportunity in the Western Cape’s commercial print and graphic arts sectors. 1-268867 Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:39:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Technology South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/want-to-decode-food-labels-chilled-launches-free-scanner-to-help-shoppers-512770a Food labels are supposed to help people make better nutrition choices. In practice, many are difficult to understand, especially when ingredients appear under unfamiliar names. 1-268836 Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:46:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Technology South Africa