Rwandan President, Paul Kagame and Globacom’s Executive Vice Chairman, Mrs Bella Disu, on Monday, March 25 began discussions on the use of digital technology to help the march towards economic prosperity in Africa. The two leaders held a private meeting...
March 20, 2019 •
Features •
Fundi Maseko •
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Hotel technology is developing in leaps and bounds across the globe with the African continent, in particular, gaining traction as a major force in the hospitality industry. The region’s potential continues to grow as several countries experience a boom...
January 3, 2019 •
Features •
Darryl Linington •
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With the launch of several new banks in South Africa and the disruption caused by digitalisation, the incumbents are re-aligning themselves to better support a digital environment. Newcomers must work hard to attract a customer base and adopt different...
Mastercard in partnership with M-KOPA Solar and Centenary Bank, celebrated the first ‘pay-as-you-go’ QR transaction this week, officially launching the initiative, which provides a simple and inexpensive way to power the homes and businesses of...
September 24, 2018 •
Education •
NetAdmin •
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The buzzword in many industries all around the world is undoubtedly digital transformation. In the education sector the key is how it will continue to revolutionise the learning experience. Simply put, the ability to share knowledge and resources at...
June 29, 2018 •
General, Top Stories •
NetAdmin •
Comments Off on Smart City era promises big improvement for Urban Ecosystems
Connected technology is ushering in a new era of “Smart Cities”, which promises to improve the quality of life for billions of people around the world. Smart cities — which are using technology to make urban areas safer, more efficient, and more livable...
May 16, 2018 •
Top Stories •
NetAdmin •
Comments Off on The connected, information-enabled utility of the future
From legislation and regulation, to increased competition, public opinion and scrutiny, political pressure, environmental concerns, consumer engagement and trust – for utilities, change is business as usual. But, are they ready for changes brought on by...
April 25, 2018 •
General, Top Stories •
NetAdmin •
Comments Off on As AI shapes the Future of Work, employers focus on human skills
After years of talking about disruption, executives are determined to turn talk into action. According to Mercer’s 2018 Global Talent Trends Study – Unlocking Growth in the Human Age, 88% of companies in South Africa have innovation on their core agenda...
April 16, 2018 •
Finance, Sponsored •
NetAdmin •
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Why Investors Need Day Trading Courses Technology has expanded to the far reaches of the globe and has influenced a lot of traditional industries. Decades ago, if you wanted to have the input of an instructor or expert, you had to go to a certain location and...
April 11, 2018 •
Security •
NetAdmin •
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Cybercrime has overtaken all other types of crime as humans have embraced digital technology without really understanding it. Now, as digital, mobile and social technology becomes an integral part of our personal and work lives, the score has changed –...
April 6, 2018 •
General •
NetAdmin •
Comments Off on Top 6 tips on how to create a path to the digital future
Digital transformation inherently drives organisations into a data-driven world, and there is increasing proof that data-driven businesses perform better than their peers. In its 2018 predictions, IDC found that while it is seeing more companies becoming more...
February 28, 2018 •
East Africa, Finance, Top Stories •
NetAdmin •
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More than 2.5 billion people around the world – many of them in Africa – lack formal identification that enables them to access to financial and government services, according to the United Nations and the ID2020 project. Furthermore, less than 10% of...
Internet penetration is creeping up in Africa, bringing the prospect of digital dividends to a continent long marked by digital divides. “Africa has reached a penetration which has broken the barrier of 15%, and that’s important,” says Nii Quaynor, a...
November 20, 2017 •
Finance, Top Stories •
NetAdmin •
Comments Off on Planning for sustainable e-commerce in Africa
Traditional retail has been transformed by e-commerce and its technological capabilities. It has proven to be an enormously disruptive but positive force, spurring innovation and providing new economic opportunities for retail entrepreneurs, particularly in...
People have strong views on the impact of digital technology on their lives, from the excitement of getting a new gadget to the satisfaction of doing in minutes what used to require a trip or a long phone call. Contrary perspectives include the fear of being...
October 20, 2017 •
General, Top Stories •
NetAdmin •
Comments Off on Companies who fail to innovate will not survive digital disruption
We are in the midst of a major technology revolution. Digital now dominates every sector of the economy – it is reshaping industries, disrupting businesses and introducing new operating models. It is also opening up new opportunities to create jobs and...
