Tag: sustainability

South Africa's construction industry is in a tough spot. Output shrank by 4.2% in 2024, capping a decade-long slide that began around 2009, with the sector's GDP contribution down over 30% since then. Like the broader economy, it is battling low growth and inflation. But as one of the nation's top carbon emitters, buildings and construction alone risk doubling emissions by 2050 without action.

The IT sector frequently embraces concepts such as the circular economy, sustainability, and ESG. Yet in practice, too many organisations still purchase, deploy, and discard technology with little regard for what follows. The uncomfortable question remains: who takes responsibility for the old equipment when the work is done?

Research shows that the leap from employment to running your own business is far from a simple “quit and succeed” path. Those most likely to succeed usually take a gradual and carefully planned approach. Entrepreneurship transition strategies help guide this careful planning for long-term success.

The commercial printing industry is undergoing a profound transformation, with inkjet technology at the forefront of this evolution. Inkjet continues to solidify its role in 2025 as a pivotal driver of innovation, enhancing print quality, operational efficiency, and sustainability while creating new opportunities for businesses to excel. Clearly, inkjet drives innovation across multiple sectors.

Africa today stands at a watershed moment. Our continent is not destined to lag behind. It has the potential to leap forward. To achieve this, we must re-prioritise quality infrastructure projects built not merely for the bottom line but for resilience, inclusion and long-term impact.

The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) recently signalled its intention to target the lower band of the 3% to 6% inflation range. Previously, the Bank adopted the mid-point of 4.5% as its formal objective in 2019. This shift shows a deliberate effort to anchor investor expectations closer to 3%. It may also reshape long-term assumptions about South African inflation as SARB focuses on targeting the lower inflation band.

South African companies are stepping up as global procurement increasingly pivots toward environmental, social and governance (ESG) priorities. Procurement goes green as several firms set the pace for eco-conscious sourcing and operations.

Incentive travel is making a strong comeback in South Africa, but not in the way it used to. Once defined by luxury and leisure, it is now being reimagined as a strategic business tool. This change aligns with employee well-being, sustainability and company culture.

Picture this: It’s peak travel season and you have left it until the last minute to book accommodation for that all-important conference. Now, your only options are a presidential suite in Sandton or a faded motel on the outskirts of the city. The motel comes with shared bathrooms and no sign of a Nespresso machine. Sound familiar?

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer just a tool for progress. It is quickly becoming a test of responsibility. South African companies race to harness artificial intelligence for innovation and growth, but few ask the most critical question: at what environmental cost?