Tag: digital transformation

If you ask any South African tech leader what keeps them up at night, chances are the answer will not just be the country’s unreliable energy grid or regulations. You can add skills to that list as well. More precisely, the lack thereof. As businesses push ahead with digital transformation, the demand for specialised IT skills has never been higher.

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.

Despite ongoing challenges such as inconsistent power supply and economic instability, an impressive 83% of small businesses have grown their revenue in the past year, and 90% are optimistic about their future growth. These findings from our 2025 State of Small Business Report may be surprising to most, but they prompt the question: What is driving this optimism? The answer lies in SMEs' bold embrace of technology.

The future of payments is digital, but lasting impact will come from trust and transparency. Digital transformation is reshaping the South African payments landscape driving greater transparency, regulatory compliance and inclusive innovation. But beyond the technology, it’s also redefining how the financial ecosystem anticipates, manages and mitigates risk.

Materials informatics is reshaping the landscape of materials Research and Development (R&D). It brings the full power of the data revolution to science and engineering. By leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI), machine learning and advanced analytics, materials informatics accelerates discovery, streamlines development and opens entirely new pathways for innovation.

South Africa’s pharmacy sector stands at a pivotal crossroads. It must navigate regulatory pressures, rising patient expectations and a rapid shift to digital healthcare. Innovation promises improved efficiency and better patient outcomes. However, stability remains critical. Without it, even the most advanced technologies can fail.

Artificial Intelligence (AI), cybersecurity and advanced analytics are no longer optional extras - they are reshaping the very fabric of global supply chains. As digital transformation accelerates worldwide, South African businesses are increasingly stepping up to lead this shift.

60% of business leaders say the country is the most attractive location for offshoring. South Africa (SA) is increasingly becoming a preferred location for international companies seeking to offshore or set up shared service centres. New data highlights that companies are increasingly viewing the country as a strategic option.

As industries continue to undergo rapid digital transformation, the question on everyone's mind is, "Will AI take my job?". The answer isn’t as simple as a yes or no. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing the job landscape, but rather than replacing humans outright, it’s creating new opportunities. While some traditional tasks may be automated, entirely new roles are emerging that require unique skills in AI, data and digital expertise.

Generation Z, born between 1996 and 2012, is poised to make up one-third of the global workforce by 2030. This shift is ushering in a new era of challenges and opportunities for employers. We released a new global white paper titled The Future of Generation Z is in Employers’ Hands. It reveals the pressing need for businesses to adapt their workplace strategies.