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Making an investment in the future

By Industry Contributor 26 January 2024

Peter Andrew, the CEO of CCI South Africa, explains why role played by the BPO industry in investing in South Africa’s youth is critical tothe country's future. FULL STORY >

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Circular Design gives e-waste a second life

By Industry Contributor 20 October 2023

Dell Technologies goes back to the future as it designs for a more circular economy. Chris Buchanan, Client Solutions Director, Dell Technologies South Africa, explains. FULL STORY >

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Innovation will contribute greatly to Africa's digital economy says Huawei

By Staff Writer 10 November 2022

For the conference’s opening session, President of Huawei Sub-Saharan Africa Region, Leo Chen, noted the importance of the digital economy, stipulating the growth the continent has shown, and the challenges it faces. FULL STORY >

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Digital economy key for Africa’s economic growth notes ATU and ICT ministers

By Staff Writer 9 November 2022

As AfricaCom gets underway in Cape Town, it’s clear that the digital economy, and the development of structures that supports it, must become a priority in Africa. FULL STORY >

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NaaS and the Experience Economy

By Industry Contributor 6 October 2022

Mandy Duncan from Aruba explains the role why organisations are no longer looking to just purchase network hardware and software; but are aiming seeking to provide customers and users with an experience, and the role that NaaS plays. FULL STORY >

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Freelancers, the gig economy and enforcing gig security

By Staff Writer 14 April 2022

Anna Collard from KnowBe4 Africa speaks to how organisations can slip security into the freelance zeitgeist so company and gig workers alike are protected. FULL STORY >

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Supporting the contactless payments trend will help bolster the economy

By Industry Contributor 25 January 2022

Over 1.3 billion transactions processed last year highlight an important retail trend that must be supported. Xlink's Tony Smallwood explains why. FULL STORY >

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The Future of Gig Work

By Staff Writer 21 January 2022

Hybrid work has opened the door to a new kind of “gig with benefits” that may upend the model. FULL STORY >

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Why the gig economy is inescapable for everyone

By Staff Writer 10 November 2021

The financial disruption over the past 18 months by the pandemic has irrevocably changed the course of the world's economic path. Georgie Midgley explains what this means, and what we can do about it. FULL STORY >

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Nedbank launches new platform to give South Africans critical skills

By Staff Writer 7 October 2021

A newly launched DigiSkills online platform is aiming to empower South Africans with the in-demand skills needed in a more digital post COVID-19 economy. FULL STORY >

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Crosscall: Here's how to reduce your digital impact

By Staff Writer 27 September 2021

What is digital pollution and how can we reduce our impact? Julien Fouriot, Sales Director for Africa, Crosscall provides 5 top tips to reduce your digital impact. FULL STORY >

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South African gig workers face an uncertain and risky work environment, amplified by the COVID-19 pandemic

By Press Release 8 July 2021

The Fairwork Project has launched its third round of yearly ratings for digital platforms in South Africa, which highlight the precarious nature of work in the gig economy. FULL STORY >

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Investing in STEM skills is crucial in the data economy, says SAS

By Staff Writer 22 June 2021

To ensure African economies benefit fully from the fourth industrial revolution (4IR), and the data economy it will bring, there are several trends that industries on the continent need to fully embrace. Adesh Nathalal, Education... FULL STORY >

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Customers to increase spending once vaccines have been rolled out, SAS research finds

By Staff Writer 17 June 2021

According to the latest research from SAS, the vaccine rollout will also herald a shot in the arm for the economy. FULL STORY >

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Crosscall sets benchmark of device repairability globally

By Staff Writer 25 May 2021

Rugged mobile devices manufacturer, Crosscall, has confirmed that it ranks number one in the smartphone category in the global Repairability Index. The Index aims to measure and enforce the anti-waste law aimed to drive a circular... FULL STORY >

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