Tag: Artificial Intelligence (AI)

The way we hire is being rewritten - not by chance, but by code. As organisations grapple with increasing hiring demands, limited HR bandwidth and fierce competition for top talent, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged not just as a tool, but as a transformational force across the entire recruitment lifecycle.

A new report highlights ethics and digital transformation as key drivers of Africa’s evolving Public Relations (PR) industry. The African Public Relations Association (APRA), celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, partnered with the Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA) to release its latest annual research.

Flashy Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications like generative art and self-driving cars dominate headlines. Still, AI and Machine Learning (ML) play a quiet background role in our daily lives. Nowhere is AI’s growing influence more apparent than in financial services. AI systems are increasingly protecting both the financial system and its customers.

Really think about it. What would your answer be? Would you fall into the 40% of global CEOs who, according to professional services giant PwC’s 28th Annual Global CEO Survey, doubt their companies will still exist in the next decade? If the answer is yes, ask yourself why. Now ask yourself: “Are the people in my company happy?”

We have announced the release of our latest report, ‘CEO Agenda 2025’. This comprehensive study offers critical insights into the complex challenges facing global CEOs. It also presents strategic priorities for leaders as a roadmap for navigating a rapidly evolving world.

South Africa’s graduate unemployment rate has surged from 8.7% last year to 11.7% this year, which has prompted questions about the value of a university degree in a struggling economy. However, the question should not be about the value of further education, but rather the systemic - yet clearly identifiable and addressable - issues that continue to cause barriers to employment post-graduation.

South Africa stands at a pivotal moment. The transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) now intersects with the urgent need for economic revitalisation. While AI holds immense promise, particularly for the Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) sector, realising this potential requires a strategic and united effort.

It is incredible to witness the passion and optimism currently fuelling growth in the accounting profession. The 2025 State of Small Business and State of Accounting reports show promising trends. A majority of firms (85%) have increased revenue in the past 12 months. Even more (88%) expect further growth in the year ahead.

Recently, I came across a viral LinkedIn post that resonated with me. A woman faked her own car accident using AI-generated images. She created photos of a “smashed” car, added bruises to her own face, staged a crash scene and even produced a realistic-looking receipt. The woman was not trying to file a real claim. Her goal was to highlight how hard it is becoming for the insurance industry to distinguish real claims from fakes.

Within the highly specialised and confidential world of executive search, a new balance is emerging. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is taking over the data processing and pattern recognition that’s required, leaving us humans to thrive in the areas of creative problem-solving and emotional intelligence.