Tech Talk with Vodacom

At just 22 years old, Zainaaz Hansa has built an app, won Vodacom's Code Like a Girl competition, and earned a place on the Vodacom Discover Graduate Programme. Now she is making her mark in cybersecurity — and she is just getting started.   In this episode, Zainaaz joins us to share her story: how she went from building an app for past exam papers to a career in cybersecurity, and the role he...

Digital footprints have become as essential as phone connections for modern businesses, yet many SMEs neglect this crucial aspect to their detriment. In this episode, we have Kamogelo Selepe, proposition specialist at Vodacom Business, who enables SME growth through integrated ICT solutions. Join us as we discuss the reason every business needs a strong digital presence and practical strategies fo...

In an age where the internet has made shopping from home a breeze, many experts have predicted the end of the brick-and-mortar store as we know it. But physical stores have shown resilience, and are now offering sci-fi movie-level tech advancements that are making it worthwhile to go to the store. Vodacom has taken the lead with this, equipping several of their physical stores with tech advancemen...

AI fraud is no longer theoretical - it’s personal, persuasive, and increasingly difficult to detect. In this episode, we’re joined by Dr Natalie Raphil, a trusted voice in AI ethics and founder of Robots Can Think, to unpack how artificial intelligence is reshaping the fraud landscape.

From tournament hubs in local townships to activations for high-profile brands and even university bursaries for tournament achievers, Mettlestate is on a mission to take gaming to the next level in South Africa by legitimising it as a sport, pushing for it as a potential career, and providing alternative opportunities for higher education to those who may not have access to it. In this episode, w...

In this episode, we speak to Raman Rajoo, who went beyond his comfort zone and changed career paths to create a facial recognition app for cats and dogs.

Charlene Rolls was making waves in her role as the editor of major print brands like You and Drum magazine. However, her strong belief in the potential of technology   to positively impact the industry led her to explore technological avenues, ultimately causing her to pivot away from print and become the Head of Accelerated AI Adoption at Media 24.   Here she shares the details of her evolution f...

In this special Women's Month episode of  Tech Talk with Vodacom , we speak to  Martha Lamola , Operations Director at Vodacom Business Ventures. A trailblazer in South Africa’s tech industry, Martha shares her inspiring journey from being the only black female engineer in the mining sector to leading purpose-driven digital transformation at Vodacom. She reflects on what it means to lead as a...

In this special episode of Tech Talk with Vodacom, host Brett Haggard speaks to Videsha Proothveerajh, Director of Vodacom Business, about how Vodacom empowers business to lead, not just compete! Recently named MyBroadband’s Most Trusted EnterpriseTelecommunications Provider of the Year for 2025, Vodacom Business continues to place connectivity at the heart of its offering. But their story goes fa...

Modern technology has affected our lives in multiple ways: it streamlines our shopping experiences, allows us to skip queues, and even offers us instant and full access to music and media.  But over the years, technology and culture have also developed a relationship that has seen one affect the other to fascinating effect. In this episode of Tech Talk with Vodacom, we speak to tech fundi, DJ and...

In honour of Women's Month, we celebrate the phenomenal women making strides in South Africa's tech industry. Today, we shine a spotlight on Poppy Tshabalala, Managing Executive of Public Enterprise at Vodacom Business.

In the latest episode of Tech Talk with Vodacom, we are joined by Dr. Natalie Raphil, a renowned expert in AI and robotics. Together, we delve into the transformative impact of these technologies across Africa and the innovative advancements driving this change. Dr. Raphil shares her insights on how AI and robotics are reshaping industries, enhancing productivity, and fostering unprecedented innov...

From the old bricks to feature phones, early smartphones, and the modern supercomputers we carry in our pockets today, mobile phones have come a long way. In this episode of Tech Talk with Vodacom, we're taking you down mobile phone memory lane with tech journalist and mobile phone expert Nafisa Akabor. We look back at the good and the bad of mobile phones, while also turning an eye to the rev...

In this podcast episode, Lesego Molwantwa, the Executive Head of state-owned entities at Vodacom, delves into the dynamic landscape of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) in South Africa and the role of strategic partnerships.

We interview Dr. Skye Scott, a doctor and mental health enthusiast, to delve into the medical risks and advantages associated with technology and mobile devices.

In this episode of Tech Talk with Vodacom, we are duscussing Cybersecurity Fatigue, what it is, it’s tell tale signs, and how to prevent it from eroding your business’s online safety. So, grab your headphones, pour yourself a strong cup of coffee (or tea), because in today's interconnected world, staying secure is not just an option – it's a necessity.

In a world driven by tech innovations the Science, Technology, Engineering and Math fields have become the go to learning streams for our school going youth. Collectively known as STEM, these fields are the at the centre of innovation and the driving force behind robotics, computing and the ever changing landscape of AI, all of which serve as the building blocks for the future.   In this episode o...

In an era defined by rapid technological advancements, the need for diverse perspectives has never been more crucial. From data scientists to engineers and entrepreneurs, women are rewriting the code of the tech industry. However, the path to gender equality is far from simple. It requires not only recognising and addressing biases but also cultivating an environment where all voices are not just...

Artificial Intelligence has become an integral part of our everyday lives, changing how we communicate, work, and even make decisions. And one particular technology has captured the attention and imagination of people worldwide—ChatGPT. Developed by OpenAI, ChatGPT is an autonomous language model that can engage in dynamic and responsive conversations with humans, just like you and me. In this epi...

Virtual reality has begun blending in thoroughly with our daily lives in recent years. But what does Virtual Reality look like in a continent as varied, unique and challenging as Africa? Our guest is Walid Kilonzi, a pioneering Extended Reality Producer based in Kenya who works with academic institutions and creative spaces to create the next generation of African Extended Reality creators and dev...

There’s currently no escaping the internet’s favorite buzzword – The Metaverse, but according to recent estimates, the metaverse is set to become an $800 billion market by 2024, and with tech giants like Microsoft, Apple and Google and Facebook investing millions into it, we thought it was time to find out what it's all about. With that in mind, we sat down with several experts in the field of tec...

In this Tech Talk with Vodacom episode, we talk game development with Evan Greenwood, creative director of game development studio, Free Lives.  On average there are over 2.3 billion people playing games worldwide, and that number is only getting bigger with the advent of cloud gaming services. But within this enormous industry, how do smaller developers keep their drive, passion and ultimately, t...

COVID-19 has of course had a massive global effect on how we do business and most industries have needed to pivot. But some areas have thrived in this time of uncertainty, none more so than esports, or competitive gaming. More people have picked up a controller during this pandemic and the esports industry has taken note. In this episode, we talk to Sam Wright (aka Tech Girl), an esports host and...

If there’s one thing that the past year and a half proved, it’s that our reliance on technology is only going to get higher. In a matter of days, our smartphones became our hub for work, entertainment, documentation and more, making them even more indispensable from our daily lives. But what does the future of smartphone technology hold? In this episode, we speak with local tech journalist Nafisa...

Olwethu Leshabane is a mom, doula, women empowerment and maternal health advocate, tv personality, blogger, style enthusiast and digital media entrepreneur. On her blog - Art of Superwoman - she explores the possibilities of the perfect balance between being a wife, motherhood and entrepreneurship. In the first episode of Tech Talks with Vodacom's second season, we speak with Olwethu about the cha...