Conversations in Tech

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A podcast hosted by Tech Scene ZA discussing all the latest developments in Tech in South Africa with the most influential guests.

Episodes

  1. Oct 27

    Xiaomi's Big South African Ambitions: Tianshi Lv Country Manager on the Road Ahead

    Xiaomi is aiming to make a much bigger impact in South Africa — but taking on established players like Samsung and fast-growing competitors such as HONOR won't be easy.In this episode of Conversations in Tech, I sit down with Tianshi Lv, Country Manager of Xiaomi South Africa, to discuss his appointment, Xiaomi's strategy for the South African market and where the company sees its biggest opportunities for growth.We also talk about Xiaomi's latest device launch, how the company is approaching pricing and value in an increasingly competitive smartphone market, and what Xiaomi needs to do to win more South African consumers.Tianshi shares insights from his previous experience growing Xiaomi's business in Peru, his ambitions for South Africa, and how he plans to build Xiaomi's market share.We also look beyond smartphones, discussing Xiaomi's growing ecosystem of products, including TVs, robot vacuums and electric scooters — and whether South Africa could eventually become part of Xiaomi's broader electric vehicle ambitions.🎙️Conversations in Tech is Tech Scene ZA's interview series exploring the people, companies and developments shaping South Africa's technology landscape.Subscribe to Tech Scene ZA for more technology news, reviews, interviews and conversations from South Africa.#Xiaomi #XiaomiSouthAfrica #TianshiLv #TechSceneZA #ConversationsInTech #Smartphones #TechSouthAfrica

  2. Aug 2

    How Amazon Plans to Transform Shopping in South Africa | MD Amazon ZA Robert Koen

    Welcome to Episode 4 of the Conversations in Tech Podcast, Today i have the opportunity of talking to Robert Koen, Managing Director, Amazon Sub-Saharan Africa. WE got to chatting about the recent Launch of Amazon Prime in the Region for a low low price of 89 pm or 399 annually Special Thanks to the team at MLS group and Rob. Shot on Online. On the Road to 50 000 Subscribers:https://www.youtube.com/TechSceneZAFollow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/techscenezaFind us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Tech-Scene-ZAFollow us in TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@techscenezaFollow us on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/techsceneza/Follow us on Twitter:https://twitter.com/TechSceneZACheck out the Tech Scene ZA Website:https://www.techsceneza.co.zaTime StampsTBC#techsceneza #ConversationsInTech#AcerAITVBOX

  3. 11/17/2025

    Where Smart Ends Intelligence Begins, Meet the Acer AITV box | Glenn Du Toit Acer Africa Country Manager

    Welcome to Episode 4 of the Conversations in Tech Podcast, Today i have the opportunity of talking to Glenn Du Toit the Country Manager of Acer Africa,We discuss the launch of their new AI tv boxes, allowing you to achieve remote play without the hassle of lugging around hardware.Special Thanks to the team at Chilli BOB & Acer Africa. Shot on location at Comic Con Africa 2025 at The Johannesburg Expo Center. On the Road to 50 000 Subscribers:https://www.youtube.com/TechSceneZAFollow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/techscenezaFind us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Tech-Scene-ZAFollow us in TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@techscenezaFollow us on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/techsceneza/Follow us on Twitter:https://twitter.com/TechSceneZACheck out the Tech Scene ZA Website:https://www.techsceneza.co.zaTime StampsTBC#techsceneza #ConversationsInTech#AcerAITVBOX

  4. 07/31/2025

    The Glits Glammer of the Durban July and meeting the 400 series | Honor CEO Fred Zhou

    Welcome to Episode 3 of the Conversations in Tech Podcast, Today i have the opportunity of talking to Fred Zhou the Cheif Exective Officer of Honor South Africa, the cellphone brand with the second largest market share in South Africa.Special Thanks to Fred Zhou & Mark from Honor South Africa for their time as well as inviting me to the Afrotainment Marquee at the Hollywood Durban July & and not forgetting Innocent Dlamini from North Star Communications for setting this up.On the Road to 50 000 Subscribers:https://www.youtube.com/TechSceneZAFollow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/techscenezaFind us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Tech-Scene-ZAFollow us in TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@techscenezaFollow us on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/techsceneza/Follow us on Twitter:https://twitter.com/TechSceneZACheck out the Tech Scene ZA Website:https://www.techsceneza.co.zaTime StampsTBC#techsceneza #ConversationsInTech #Honor

  5. 03/30/2025

    Understanding the Largest Distributor of Apple Products in SA | iStore CCO Linda Van Der Nest

    Welcome to Episode 1 of the Conversations in Tech Podcast, Today Preshaan has the opportunity of talking to Linda Van Der Nest the Cheif Operations Officer of the iStore The largest distributor and seller of Apple Products in Africa.Special Thanks to Linda for her time and the team at the iStore and not forgetting David Ayisi from Razor PR for setting this up. On the Road to 50 000 Subscribers:https://www.youtube.com/TechSceneZA Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/techsceneza Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Tech-Scene-ZA Follow us in TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@techsceneza Follow us on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/techsceneza/ Follow us on Twitter:https://twitter.com/TechSceneZA Check out the Tech Scene ZA Website:https://www.techsceneza.co.za Time Stamps TBC #techsceneza #ConversationsInTech #iStore

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A podcast hosted by Tech Scene ZA discussing all the latest developments in Tech in South Africa with the most influential guests.

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  • Creator
    Tech Scene ZA
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Tech Scene ZA
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    Conversations in Tech