They don’t know how, but execs believe AI will drive business growth
New research from the IBM Institute for Business Value reveals that nearly eight in 10 (79%) surveyed executives expect AI will significantly contribute to their revenue by 2030 – up from 40% today. But few (24%) have a clear view of where that revenue will come from....
SA business leaders double down on AI and hiring
South African executives are entering 2026 with heightened optimism for growth, increased hiring plans and an intensified focus on artificial intelligence, according to new research from Accenture. The findings, published in Accenture’s Pulse of Change report ahead of...
Energy, water, skills could hobble data centres in the AI age
The global acceleration of artificial intelligence continues to reshape investment flows, digital infrastructure and economic growth. According to a new global analysis by Coface, data centres - the backbone of AI development are expanding at an unprecedented pace,...
Lower interest rates provide household relief
The results of the Altron FinTech Household Resilience Index (AFHRI) for the second quarter of 2025 were released today, confirming some relief for households during the first half of the year. Although the AFHRI showed a healthy year-on-year improvement of 2.3%, the...
Card spending rebounds ahead of holiday spending
The final quarter of the year is widely seen as a performance anchor for South African retailers, with elevated consumer spending expected to offset weaker months, boost profitability, and influence year-ahead strategies on inventory and pricing. Seasonal demand,...
AI-driven cartels challenge traditional antitrust systems
Digital cartels and algorithmic coordination could threaten antitrust processes and automatically collaborate on pricing. This was one of the topics under discussion at the 10th Anniversary International Conference “Antitrust Policy: Science, Practice, Education...
Those harmless utilities could be adware in disguise
Check Point researchers identified a network of Android applications on Google Play masquerading as harmless utility and emoji-editing tools. But, behind their cheerful icons, these apps created a persistent background advertising engine - one that kept running even...
DeVere CEO welcomes ‘scrappier AI’
The AI sector is in a volatile stage as investors “abandon the idea that one unified mentality can carry every company involved in advanced computing". This is the analysis of Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group, as Nvidia shares fall 3% on reports that Meta will use...
IITPSA 2025 President’s Awards – all the winners
The Institute of Information Technology Professionals South Africa (IITPSA) has announced the winners of the 2025 President’s Awards. The winner of the IT Personality of the Year award is Matt Putman, Co-Founder and CEO of iKhokha - one of the first fintech companies...
Africa faces critical funding gap for Malaria fight
Africa is facing an intensifying malaria emergency, with rising infections, stalled progress, and a widening funding gap threatening decades of hard-won gains. In response, global and regional partners have reaffirmed their commitment to protect the most vulnerable...
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Vouchers offer underserved users better access to the online economy
To pay for services and goods online, you need something many South Africans take for granted: a bank card. Yet millions of people who prefer to use cash to pay or don’t have bank accounts remain locked out of basic online services such as buying WiFi or topping up an...
How e-waste is powering the circular economy
Africa is experiencing a digital revolution. But while more people gain access to devices that improve lives, there’s a growing downside: electronic waste. More than 2,9-million tonnes of e-waste is generated annually across the continent, yet less than 5% is formally...
Failure to spot financial crime red flags costs businesses billions
Despite efforts to improve compliance, South African businesses remain highly vulnerable to financial crime - with an estimated R182-billion lost annually to money laundering and related illicit activity. This is according to Global Financial Integrity, a US-based...
Print innovation: the often-overlooked driver of business competitiveness
In an era where digital transformation dominates boardroom discussions, print and document technology rarely makes the headlines. Yet, it remains one of the most quietly effective tools in helping businesses enhance productivity, improve security, and adapt to the...
The importance of DEI initiatives in an African context
Africa is often described as a great melting pot – and with good reason. This vast continent holds a rich tapestry of cultures, languages, and ethnicities. By Lizelle Strydom, MD of CareerBox Africa However, across the continent historical, political, and economic...
The road to responsible AI is paved with data efficiency
Discussions surrounding the responsible adoption of AI are increasingly taking centre stage in boardrooms across Africa. A significant number of CEOs are grappling with the ethical complexities inherent in implementing this powerful technology. One pressing issue...
Data centres and the need to protect against unpredictable disruptions
In today's data centre environment, outages – whether related to power, water or fibre optics – are a daily reality. However, it is not just about responding to these events; it is about being prepared and capable when they occur. By Jacques De Jager, chief operations...
What does a good cyber security incident response plan look like?
It doesn't matter how large your organisation is, you are at risk. Sooner or later cyber criminals will try to attack you. It’s not a matter of whether your organisation will face a security incident, but rather when. That's why a robust incident response plan is...
Disrupt first, ask questions later
Attackers don’t wait for board approval. They slip through a mis-configured firewall at 02:00 on a Sunday or phish a distracted employee just before quarter-end. By Ryno Le Roux, cyber operations manager at NEC XON At that moment, every control you’ve bought is judged...
How insurers can manage premium skipping
Insurers plan for lapses in insurance policies, but in tough financial times, lapse rates tend to go up, writes J’Mari Kloppers, senior solutions engineer at Root platform. Traditional insurance approaches to unpaid premiums rely on punitive measures: stern warnings,...
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