Tech Local

13/08/2026

Al news this week: fewer taps, bigger ambitions, and accountability.
OpenAl is tightening security around its next model. Google is reorganising around Al. Meta wants a personal Al agent for everyone. And Al is moving even closer to our pockets and desktops.
The takeaway for businesses? Don’t chase every shiny tool. Start with one annoying workflow, keep humans in charge of important decisions, and make the result genuinely useful.
Automate the admin, not the accountability.
Read the full article on our LinkedIn page, website or Substack.

14/07/2026

Hot off the press 🗞️ read our new blog post / article on our website, Substack and LinkedIn

01/07/2026

Along with Tristan, Devin is our other co-founder. Together they prove to be a force to be reckoned with.
Both Devin and Tristan talk about how we want to bring global tech into South African contexts. We want to help your business and your teams work more efficiently, as a team and with the latest tech supporting them every step of the way. There’s no reason to not incorporate AI into your business - the question is: what is the best way to do it?

24/06/2026

This is why we do what we do ⚡️

Our co-founder Tristan Drummond brings us some insight on why he decided to start Tech Local.

23/06/2026

Meet the website’s hotter cousin - the web app. It looks like a website, except you can create fully functional, adaptable and customised software onto the backend - making it adaptable to you, your business and your workflow in any way you like 🔥

22/06/2026

🔦College Connect Business Directory Spotlight 🔴⚫⚪

https://collegeconnect.co.za/directory/tech-local/

Tech Local, comprising of two Maritzburg College alumni, is a venture builder and AI studio dedicated to helping businesses harness the power of technology and artificial intelligence. They co-build ventures alongside founders and entrepreneurs, transforming ideas into market-ready products. Their services include development of apps and websites, as well as AI training programmes designed to upskill teams.

Tech Local caters to a broad audience: from early-stage startups seeking a development partner, to established corporations looking to integrate AI into their workflows. With a focus on AI led development and practical results, Tech Local positions itself as a hands-on technology partner for growth-oriented businesses.

22/06/2026

Some snap shots of the last few months!

21/06/2026