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Digital banking offers an entry point to the fourth industrial revolution
Digital and mobile offerings have the potential to disrupt the banking industry in South Africa
Build infrastructure to support the fourth industrial revolution
Technology has the potential to solve many of the country’s social problems such as electricity production and the eradication of pit latrines
Review, amend or create policy and legislation enabling the 4IR
Despite the success of Artificial Intelligence, it needs to be regulated for a number of reasons
Incentivise the adoption of 4IR technologies
With great rewards for bringing new technologies into different sectors will come great opportunities for South Africa’s economy
We must equip graduates to excel in tasks that are beyond the scope of AI
With artificial intelligence taking over background tasks in the financial services sector, graduates need to be equipped with modern skills and mindsets to complement the machines and maximise benefits for consumers and the economy
Develop the Advanced Manufacturing Institute to increase SA’s competitiveness
The institute should develop products that are applicable to different industries, such as 3D-imaging and self-driving cars
We must continue to empower women entrepreneurs to grow Africa
If we increase the number of high-growth, women-founded startups, they can bridge the inclusivity gaps in their respective economies and societies
South Africa must have a stake in artificial intelligence technology
The country needs an institute that will be a conduit for AI knowledge to industry, society and government
Building human capital for the fourth industrial revolution
The government, business, labour and civil society must work together to link potential employees to productive and decent jobs
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Auditor-General of South Africa seeks request for information
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Former bursary student hits a six and lands top job at WPCA
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SANRAL to professionalise its finance division with world-class professional accounting designations
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Empowering his people to unleash their potential
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