Technology

South African agriculture will gain the greatest value from AI when businesses use it deliberately to strengthen human judgement, solve clearly defined problems, and improve data-driven decisions without surrendering responsibility, trust, or control.

South Africa’s new-vehicle market continued its positive momentum in July, with total sales reaching 57 708 units, an increase of 11,9% year-on-year. For Foton South Africa, however, the significance of these figures extends beyond another positive month for vehicle sales.

The CFMOTO 1000MT-X has quickly established itself as a serious contender in South Africa’s large-capacity adventure motorcycle market. Brand ambassador Henri du Toit joined Jedrie Harmse to find out whether its impressive specification and competitive price translate into real-world performance on tar and gravel.

With Nissan’s Rosslyn plant now handed over to Chery, local production of the Navara has come to an end, writes The Citizen’s Charl Bosch.

South Africa’s expanding data-centre sector must be carefully aligned with the country’s constrained electricity grid, water resources, and municipal infrastructure.

South Africa needs a balanced artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure strategy that protects sovereign control over critical systems while using affordable international services where appropriate and ensuring that data-centre expansion does not impose disproportionate electricity, water or environmental costs on agriculture and surrounding communities.

With 440 hectares of bananas under irrigation, Inyoni is one of South Africa's leading banana producers. The team works closely with Agrico to ensure this thirsty crop receives the precise amount of water it needs.

Few names in agricultural machinery carry the heritage and reputation of Steiger. Built on decades of innovation and shaped by the demands of large-scale farming, the Steiger name has become synonymous with uncompromising power, exceptional traction, and proven reliability.

Electric tractors are often promoted as the future of farming, promising lower emissions and reduced fuel costs. But while the technology continues to advance abroad, industry experts say the economics simply don’t add up for South African farmers.

Lekkewaan’s compact electric utility vehicles are starting to gain popularity among South African farmers, but their real strengths start to emerge when put to the test on the farm, writes Jedrie Harmse.

Mazda South Africa officially unveiled the new CX-5 at a gala event in Sandton earlier this week. The Citizen’s Charl Bosch reports.

In Botswana’s Tuli Block, where farmers measure every millimetre of rain, Manjo Stiglingh has transformed almost 5ha of veld into a thriving food forest. She spoke to Farmer’s Weekly about harvesting water, rebuilding soil, and designing a resilient farming ecosystem.

After seven years of daily service on a busy Limpopo farming operation, Lekkewaan’s compact electric utility vehicles have demonstrated that practicality, low running costs, and reliability can make a meaningful difference to modern agriculture. Citrus farmer Hennie de Beer spoke to Jedrie Harmse.

Founded in 1947, Jiangling Motors Corporation (JMC) has returned to the local bakkie market with the Vigus, a work-focused double cab, writes The Citizen’s Charl Bosch.

Priya Seetal, sugar and health policy manager at the South African Sugar Association (SASA), spoke with Octavia Avesca Spandiel about the complex intersection between public health policy and the sustainability of South Africa’s sugar industry.

Modern farming demands more than individual pieces of equipment; it requires a well-balanced machinery package that delivers productivity, efficiency, and long-term value.

The iconic GS Challenge returns in September 2026 at Mpumalanga’s Country Trax facility. Revived for the passionate riding community, the event promises scenic routes, camaraderie, and an unforgettable adventure weekend.

Toyota’s bZ4X has been a long time coming for South Africa as the manufacturer’s first purely electric vehicle, writes The Citizen’s Charl Bosch.

Training helps riders replace instinctive panic reactions with safe, controlled responses, enabling them to tackle challenging terrain with confidence and reduce the risk of accidents.

Volkswagen has restructured the Amarok line-up, following the changes made to its production sibling, the Ford Ranger. The Citizen’s Charl Bosch reports.