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Mozambique: Southern Africa's Emerging Industrial Platform
Contributing Authors: Yael Shafrir, Associate Director at Webber Wentzel, Pedro Couto, Chairman at CGA – Couto, Graça & Associates, Sabeeha Loonat, Associate at Webber Wentzel and Rhea Gill, Candidate Attorney at Webber Wentzel Mozambique has spent a decade being defined by one story. It may be time to pay attention to another. The first is
Creator Pulse – How Content Shaped World Cup 2026
The Best World Cup Stories were Right at our Fingertips I didn’t watch South Africa reach the knockout stage of a World Cup for the first time. My brother did, and I lived it through him. His match-day voice notes, the video of him losing his mind when we beat South Korea, the running commentary
Flying Overseas? South Africa Has Introduced a New Travel Rule You Cannot Ignore
From 1 July 2026, most travellers entering or leaving South Africa are required to complete an online traveller declaration before they travel. Here is what the new requirement means and how it could affect your next trip. Imagine arriving at the airport only to discover that you have missed a mandatory step before boarding your
Sony IER-M500 In-Ear Monitors: Professional-Grade Monitoring Now More Accessible
Sony has expanded its professional audio lineup with the launch of the IER-M500 in-ear monitors (IEMs), designed specifically for musicians, performers, and monitor engineers who demand reliable, accurate sound on stage or in the studio. Priced at a competitive R1,799 in South Africa (only available from October 2026), these new universal-fit IEMs aim to bridge
Business School – How to Use AI driven Online Dispute Resolution Effectively
(A)I Rest My Case: AI and the Future of Online Dispute Resolution Contributing Authors: Garth Duncan, Partner, Brittany Leroni, Senior Associate & Razina Mahomed, Candidate Attorney at Webber Wentzel If there is one thing organisations know well, it is that disputes are expensive. The expense extends beyond legal fees, to management time, damaged relationships, and
Google Play launches $1million Indie Games Fund
Google Play has today launched its first Indie Games Fund, committing $1 million to support rising, innovative game studios from across 32 countries in Africa to scale their games and reach a global audience. The fund provides equity-free capital, technical support, and expert mentorship empowering African game developers with the skills and resources they need
Tanda Brings Informal Market Traders Into Nigeria's Digital Economy
Nigerian startup Tanda is looking to bridge the gap between traditional market trading and digital commerce by helping informal merchants sell products online through a platform designed around existing market structures. Launched last month, the platform enables traders, many of whom have never sold products online before, to create digital listings and reach customers beyond
Libya's Oil Revenue Hits Decade High as Production and Prices Rise
Libya's state-owned National Oil Corporation (NOC) generated approximately $4 billion in revenue during May 2026, marking its strongest monthly performance in more than a decade. The figure was announced by NOC Chairman Masoud Suleiman during an event at the company's headquarters in Tripoli on June 1. Suleiman attributed the result in part to reforms introduced
BMW IT Hub Celebrates 20 Years of Tech Innovation
BMW Group South Africa is celebrating 20 years of their BMW IT Hub, a milestone that recognises two decades of investing in South African people, IT skills development and world-class digital capability. The BMW IT Hub, one of four BMW business entities in South Africa, was established in 2006 as a specialised support unit, and
The charging question: why commercial property needs to think about EVs now
South Africa's fuel price environment has changed the electric vehicle conversation from aspiration to commercial calculus. The April 2026 diesel increase of between R7,37 and R7,51 per litre was followed in May by a further petrol adjustment of R3,27 per litre and diesel of more than R6 per litre. For fleet operators, commuters and logistics
Paystack Absorbs Brass Banking Operations as Startup Winds Down
Nigerian business banking startup Brass will cease operating as an independent company and migrate customers to Paystack Microfinance Bank (Paystack MFB), bringing an end to one of Nigeria's most closely watched fintech rescue stories. In a statement released on Monday, Brass said customers who choose to continue using its services will be transferred to Paystack
Kenya Stands By Gulf Fuel Agreements Despite Rising Fuel Prices
The Kenyan government has defended its fuel supply agreements with Gulf-based suppliers after opposition parties renewed calls for the contracts to be scrapped amid rising fuel prices and concerns over transparency. Speaking on May 29, Energy and Petroleum Minister Opiyo Wandayi said the agreements have helped stabilise fuel supplies and shield the country from volatility
ManageEngine Adds Autonomous AI Capabilities to Its Suite
ManageEngine, a division of Zoho Corporation and a leading provider of enterprise IT management solutions, has announced the rollout of Zia Agents, the company's proprietary AI-powered autonomous agent, across its digital enterprise management suite. Built within a secure and privacy-compliant framework, these agents can orchestrate and execute tasks without the need for intervention. The launch
Vivo Energy Ghana Partners With ATI to Train Informal Sector Mechanics
Vivo Energy Ghana has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Applied Technology Institute (ATI) to provide technical training and skills development opportunities for young mechanics working in Ghana's informal automotive sector. The agreement, signed on May 29, forms part of Vivo Energy's Mechanic Advocacy Programme, an initiative aimed at improving technical skills, safety awareness
South Africa’s Hive Hydrogen Project Nears Green Ammonia Production
South Africa’s US$5.8 billion Hive Hydrogen project has progressed toward commercial production after selecting a US$1 billion green ammonia and electrolyser solution for its planned facility in the Coega Special Economic Zone. The project, located in Nelson Mandela Bay’s Coega Special Economic Zone, is drawing attention because developers believe it could produce some of the
Successful Ai Adoption Without Job Cuts
SA family business leverages AI & technology to protect, not replace, vulnerable workers While the global narrative around Artificial Intelligence (AI) has often been defined by the fear of job losses, a third-generation South African manufacturer is proving that technology can have a soul. Lesco, a local producer of high-quality electrical and consumer products, this
Togo Startup DoctaMob Launches Healthcare Super-App
Togo-based startup DoctaMob has launched a digital health platform in Lomé aimed at making healthcare services easier to access through web and mobile applications. Available on Android and iOS, the platform brings together a range of healthcare services, allowing users to book medical appointments, locate healthcare facilities, find on-duty pharmacies, request ambulance services and arrange
The African Founder Scaling Ceiling
7 Hidden Constraints That Slow Growth In Businesses Between R5M and R50M in Revenue Contributing Writer – Dunja Berger (Executive Coach) Why this report exists Most African founders don’t plateau because of market conditions – They plateau because the internal system that created early growth becomes the constraint that limits the next stage of scale.
Farmer Relief Fund Announced by Isuzu
JOHANNESBURG – ISUZU Motors South Africa used its presence at NAMPO 2026 to highlight the impact of the ongoing Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) outbreak on South Africa’s farming community through its Farmer Solidarity Campaign. The campaign has been launched at NAMPO and will run to 30 May 2026, the campaign centres on the Farmer Stories
Zimbabwe Tightens Lithium Exports Further as Refinery Investments Gather Pace
Zimbabwe is stepping up efforts to move its lithium industry beyond raw mineral exports, with fresh investments in local refining supporting the government’s strategy to capture more value from one of the country’s most important mineral resources. The latest development came on May 19, when Chinese mining company Sinomine Resource announced plans to raise up