As public finances begin to steady, a digital backbone for future growth is taking shape in South Africa.
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The president’s clarity of electricity reform was welcome but his silence on de-industrialisation was alarming.
South Africa will push ahead with breaking up Eskom and creating a standalone company to run the transmission grid.
From digital IDs to AI-powered crime fighting, here are the key tech takeaways from Sona 2026.
Eskom’s revised unbundling plan threatens grid investment. President Ramaphosa must clarify his stance on electricity reform.
BMW has warned that South Africa’s EV policy delays are harming investment certainty and long-term competitiveness.
Digital IDs will form the foundation for other government departments to digitise their services.
Presidency spokesman Vincent Magwenya has urged restraint on focusing on Starlink, saying multiple satellite providers are eyeing investment in South Africa.
The ANC’s ideological rigidity over BEE risks deterring investment and undermining much-needed reform.
Government plans to launch the “alpha” version of its revamped central website this month, according to national treasury.