It's fair to argue that for the past few years, artificial intelligence (AI) has largely been in an experimental phase. But the focus for 2026 will likely be less about novelty and more about real-world application, says Willem Steenkamp, Senior Writer and Editor of Flow Communications.

Uber South Africa has hosted its flagship Driver Appreciation Event, themed, 'The Heart of the City', to formally recognise the tens of thousands of drivers who power the country's mobility economy. 

I used to think networking was a choreography performed under bad lighting: name tags, firm handshakes, practiced anecdotes, the soft clatter of business cards landing in pockets that would soon forget them, says Navin Vasudev, international Education and Qualifications Specialist and Former Manager at the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).

Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, proudly announces its recognition as a Top Employer 2026 in South Africa and its securing of the esteemed Blue Top Employer Seal for Africa. 

I'm paraphrasing, but I've always enjoyed Seth Godin's definition of remarkable, "The word 'remarkable' literally means something worth making a remark about. Something worth noticing. Worth sharing. New. Interesting. It's a Purple Cow. You're either remarkable or invisible."

Since its start in August 2025, RSG's afternoon drivetime programme, Spitstyd, has introduced Woensdagwysie, a monthly collaboration with the Academy of Sound Engineering (ASE) that goes beyond entertainment by subtly demonstrating how broadcast and education can come together in real time.

Africa's Green Economy Summit (AGES) 2026 has concluded in Cape Town with a resounding call to action, urging the continent to leverage its digital revolution, transform water financing and redesign agriculture to unlock a sustainable, net-zero future. 

Today marks the official launch of Die Papier, the new weekly Afrikaans newspaper from Novus Media, bringing fresh national perspective, original reporting and integrity-driven journalism to readers across South Africa.

LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary, operated by global animal welfare organisation FOUR PAWS, has celebrated the anniversary of rescuing Sandro, the last surviving member of the group of tigers once known as the 'Train Tigers'.