Digital Transformation

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Global thought leaders converge for Singularity Summit in Sandton

The Singularity South Africa Summit 2025 opened in Johannesburg, uniting over 2 000 global thinkers and leaders to explore how AI, robotics, and exponential technologies can…

Unisa ICT leader earns global recognition at World CIO 200 Summit

Unisa's Acting Executive Director for ICT Governance, Dr Marothi Philip Lemekwane, has been honoured at the 2026 World CIO 200 Grand Finale in Sri Lanka for excellence in digital…

Tender Invitation: The Southern African Customs Union (SACU)

The SACU Secretariat is inviting qualified bidders to submit proposals for short-term consultancy services to review and finalise its regional framework for trade digitalisation…

Position: Executive Director: Libraries, UCT Libraries, University of Cape Town

The University of Cape Town is seeking a visionary Executive Director to lead UCT Libraries, driving digital transformation, academic scholarship, and strategic resource…

Independent newsrooms build digital audiences as transformation fund gains momentum

The Digital News Transformation Fund's half-year report reveals how R10.5 million in funding has enabled 21 independent South African newsrooms to launch digital platforms, grow…

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…

Lindelani Matumba

Lindelani Matumba, 35, is the principal architect for technology architecture at Exxaro Resources, where he leads the design and governance of enterprise technology that supports…

Koko Montjane

As artificial intelligence reshapes industries, Koko Montjane is helping ensure South Africa's telecommunications sector keeps pace. At Openserve, she designs digital solutions…

Mas'ooda Varachia

Mas'ooda Varachia, 30, is using technology as a catalyst for inclusive economic growth and sustainable development. As the founder and chief executive officer of Raven…

Hlengiwe Penelope Mtetwa

For Hlengiwe Penelope Mtetwa, 30, the future of law lies at the intersection of legal expertise, technology and public impact. As Expert Team Lead for Contract Lifecycle…

Huawei and Partners Chart a Smarter, AI-Native Future for South Africa's Public Sector

Huawei's Digital AI+ Government Summit, part of Huawei South Africa Connect 2026, brought together government, healthcare, and aviation leaders in Johannesburg to explore how…

AI set to unlock trillions for SA

Huawei South Africa's Kui Zheng predicts AI could contribute up to R1.4 trillion to the country's economy and create 400,000 jobs by 2030. Discussions at South Africa Connect…

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The cost of capital: Redefining Africa’s global opportunity

African economies face significantly higher commercial borrowing rates compared to developed nations, hindering growth and investment. However, a new approach is emerging from…

Lithuania: Where tradition and innovation meet

In an age where many nations are racing towards digital transformation, few have managed to preserve their cultural identity as successfully as Lithuania. The Baltic nation…

Navigating the Digital Shift: The Rise of Online Betting in South Africa

South Africa’s digital landscape is evolving rapidly, driven by technological innovation, changing consumer behavior, and a convergence of traditional industries with modern…