Fragmented markets, talent shortages and imported technology are slowing Africa's AI competitiveness, says a BCG report.
AI boosts productivity for SA’s workforce, but significantly increases cognitive load and workplace mental strain, a study finds.
Digital transformation improved efficiency. Intelligent transformation reshapes how decisions are made.
SA’s “two-speed” payments system sees digital transactions expand in the formal sector, as cash continues to dominate informal commerce.
ITWeb TV: The state of digital payments in SA | Episode #131
In this episode of ITWeb TV, Kitso Lemo, associate director at Boston Consulting Group, discusses how technology is reshaping payments in South Africa and the role of fintech innovation in driving financial inclusion. #Fintech #FinancialInclusion #DigitalPayments
Now rivalling word-of-mouth as top purchase driver, social media is shaping African consumers’ buying decisions, says Boston Consulting Group.
Companies worldwide are fiercely competing for top AI talent, offering premium salaries to attract experienced AI professionals.
The African Development Bank awards a R17.6 million grant to support green skills development for South Africans, with a focus on youth.
Forty-one percent of all global respondents to a survey are worried their roles could disappear within the next decade.
More than half of surveyed organisations across the globe say artificial intelligence is the main driver for increasing their investment in cloud.
South Africa has the highest job creation potential in Africa, with 275 000 new renewable energy jobs forecast by 2030.
More South African firms move beyond pilot phase and start to integrate the emerging tech into the fabric of their organisations.
Despite AI's allure, translating promise into profit poses a persistent challenge for businesses.