‘Africa needs data centre surge’ to keep up with the digital economy
The strides made in adopting AI and building data centres in South Africa, Nigeria and Kenya need to be replicated across Africa if the continent is to be competitive in the digital economy, says Wamkele Mene, secretary-general of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)
Chinese vehicle brands surge 72% in South Africa
Chinese vehicle brands are rapidly gaining ground in South Africa, with their sales rising 72% year on year in the second quarter of 2026, compared with just 3% growth for traditional manufacturers