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These foundational ecosystems are the bedrock of AI readiness

AI cannot function effectively in data silos or without the interconnected systems that provide access to a customer’s full interaction history, says Tim North, global VP of strategy execution at Connect.

New TymeBank CEO charts growth, staff empowerment

Cheslyn Jacobs aims to elevate the bank to a top three position, while investing in employees and customer experience.

Sibahle Malinga

InDrive allows drivers to keep 99% of fare income

The ride-hailing firm introduces a limited-time 1% commission initiative in Johannesburg and Pretoria.

ECommerce Forum of South Africa

Foundational flaws in SA laws hinder e-commerce growth

South Africa’s regulatory framework for e-commerce has key gaps in foreign direct investment rules and lacks protection for emerging domestic players, says a new report.

Sibahle Malinga

GSM Association

Real connectivity progress requires affordable devices

SA’s tax reform on entry-level smartphones is an opportunity to boost connectivity across Africa, says GSMA Africa head Angela Wamola.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

ITWeb TV: Does SA have what it takes to produce a billion-dollar unicorn? | Episode #98

Innovation Hub CEO Bangani Mpangalasane discusses Gauteng's budding start-up ecosystem, why SA has yet to produce a unicorn company, and innovation that can be a catalyst for economic development and resolve societal challenges.

Africa Tech Festival 2025

AI models must be trained to understand Africa’s diversity

Africa’s approach to AI must be rooted in dignity, fairness and accountability, says communications minister Solly Malatsi.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

CTU Training Solutions

Technical training is no longer optional – even if you’re not in IT

CTU Training Solutions’ Hanri Labuschagne says South Africans must embrace continuous technical upskilling to stay employable in a digital-first economy.

CTU Training Solutions Pty Ltd

SARB takes 50% PayInc stake to drive digital payments

The central bank completes the acquisition of a 50% stake in PayInc, formerly known as BankservAfrica.

Vertiv to spotlight AI-ready infrastructure, next-gen solutions at AfricaCom 2025

Supporting Africa’s accelerating digital transformation through AI, cloud and edge technologies.

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Shaping the future of education with AI, Microsoft Dynamics 365

In education, AI enables smarter decision-making, greater efficiency and more personalised experiences, says Jan Jansen van Vuuren, sales director at 4Sight.

4Sight Holdings

Smartz Solutions

Reclaiming the voice channel: Why it still matters more than ever

When digital journeys falter, it’s the human voice that restores trust, says Vanda Dickson, business development manager at Smartz Solutions.

Smartz Solutions

Discovery Bank fined R3m for FICA compliance failure

The Prudential Authority imposes administrative sanctions on Discovery Bank, as a result of its non-compliance with the FIC Act.

Sibahle Malinga