Checkers is piloting South Africa’s first smart shopping trolleys in Cape Town, letting customers scan items, monitor spending, and pay directly on the cart, streamlining the shopping experience while raising questions about retail’s future.
South African fintech iKhokha, co-founded by Matt Putman, has been acquired by Nedbank for R1.65 billion. What started as a student’s frustration with outdated card machines has grown into a leading payment platform empowering small businesses across the country.
SARS has issued 5.8 million auto-assessments for the 2025 tax season, refunding over R10.6 billion to taxpayers. While the system streamlines the process, experts warn South Africans to carefully review their assessments to avoid missing deductions or reporting errors.
Nissan has pledged continued investment in South Africa despite global downsizing and uncertainty over its Rosslyn plant. With new model launches and local upgrades, the automaker aims to boost production and secure its place in the region’s auto industry.
Edward Kgarose, a young entrepreneur from Limpopo, turned a simple sweet potato and yogurt blend into Pota Yoga, a nutritious drink now enjoyed across South Africa. His journey from kitchen trials to national success is a story of innovation, resilience, and community upliftment.
SKUBU has launched South Africa’s first automated refill store at Chuma Mall in Diepsloot, offering affordable, eco-friendly shopping by letting customers refill essentials into their own containers, cutting costs and reducing plastic waste.
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