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Singularity Summit South Africa 2026: All you need to know
Global thought leaders, tech specialists, and entrepreneurs are set to gather at the Sandton Convention Centre for Singularity Summit South Africa 2026, exploring AI, robotics,…
South Africa’s AI promise faces a test of real-world impact
An assessment of entries to the South African AI Awards highlights strong progress in African languages and SME enablement, alongside persistent gaps in governance, research, and…
A recuperating Deputy President Mashatile to take centre stage at Limpopo investment indaba
Deputy President Paul Mashatile is set to deliver the keynote address at the sixth Limpopo Investment Conference and launch the InvestSA One Stop Shop in Polokwane, marking his…
South Africa’s supplement crackdown risks R22bn health industry
South Africa's push to regulate natural health and wellness products under a strict pharmaceutical regime threatens an R22 billion industry, placing thousands of jobs, small…
R23.4 billion allocated to black industrialists
The Industrial Development Corporation has committed R23.4 billion towards the black industrialists programme for 2025, benefiting 48 entrepreneurs across key manufacturing…
Heritage Beyond the Brand
This Heritage Month, HEINEKEN Beverages highlights how brand heritage is rooted in local communities, driving agricultural development, supplier empowerment, and sustainable…
NTT DATA backs South Africa’s first national AI Awards as exclusive platinum partner
NTT DATA South Africa has joined the inaugural South African AI Awards as Exclusive Platinum Partner, providing major backing to recognise and promote local artificial…
ASI marks 18 years with a celebration of South African talent
ASI celebrated its 18th anniversary with a gala dinner blending South African arts, culture, and business ambition, reflecting on its growth and future contributions to the…
The Missing Principle in AI Governance: Accountability
Organisations readily endorse ethical AI principles, but without enforceable accountability and explainability, these values fall short. True AI governance demands that…
BRICS opens doors to a new business era
Business leaders at the India Today BRICS Roundtable in New Delhi explored cross-border opportunities, highlighting how trade, manufacturing, and investment can drive new growth…
Vehicle industry fights back
Despite widespread factory closures and thousands of job cuts across South Africa's automotive industry, a new R1.1-billion parts facility at Dube TradePort offers a glimmer of…
Singularity Summit South Africa 2026 unveils full programme of over 40 global speakers
Singularity Summit South Africa 2026 has announced its full speaker line-up and programme, bringing over 40 global innovators to Johannesburg to tackle AI, exponential…
Women need more than a seat at the table
Beyond mere representation, the Standard Bank Top Women Conference in Sandton highlighted why women in business need real decision-making power, active sponsorship, and economic…
South Africa’s creator economy looks beyond brand deals for growth
South Africa’s creator economy is rapidly expanding into a viable commercial industry, offering new entrepreneurial opportunities for youth while sparking calls for collective…
Sugar sector feels the squeeze
Rising sugar imports from countries like Brazil and India are threatening thousands of local jobs, sparking urgent calls from industry and labour for the government to fast-track…