Embrace the transformative power of innovation with the SA Innovation Summit’s groundbreaking Blockchain Innovation Challenge. South Africa is on the brink of a monumental shift, as digital innovation paves the way for new horizons and blockchain technology reshapes frontiers.
The article delves into the dynamics of Africa’s payment ecosystem, highlighting the unique challenges faced in the continent, particularly in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
This piece delves into the growth of gamifying within digital marketing, and how it has led to Flume Gaming, a new division within Flume (SA digital agency) launching.
Ken Sharpe’s achievements as a visionary CEO extend far beyond the awards and accolades he has earned.
Mark Todes, Director and Co-founder of GhostDraft, who holds a lifelong career in the document automation industry, shares insight on how this is a crucial step in digitally transforming one’s business.
The QR code payment industry has seen a surge in adoption in recent years, with estimates suggesting a global market value of USD$9.98 billion in 2022.
Mia Odendaal, Marketing Manager at Ecentric Payment Systems explains that in today’s digitally-driven market, gender diversity is not only a matter of equality; it is a crucial element for success and growth.
With a mission to boost startup success and ignite economic innovation, SAIS’23 aims to gather 3 000 participants, featuring top-notch speakers, innovative exhibitors, and thrilling side events. Over 120 speakers will delve into the realities of building ecosystems, while startups can engage in pitch battles and seize numerous growth opportunities.
Events, Ghana News
International Naval and Air Forces Leaders to Gather at the 3rd Edition of The International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference
Accra, Ghana – The highly anticipated 3rd International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (IMDEC) is set to take place on 29-30 August 2023 at the Burma Hall, Ghana Armed Forces Headquarters, Accra, Ghana. The new dedicated exhibition hall in Burma Camp, purpose-built to accommodate the growing event, will also be inaugurated at IMDEC, the largest […]
The piece from Insight Consulting discusses how a pervasive data culture helps organisations optimise their data value chain.
Since the dawn of the Fourth Industrial Revolution in 2015, digitalisation has grown to be one of the most powerful platforms for companies to do business. You are effectively losing business if you do not have an attractive and informative website.
The Experian BDI report shows that South Africa managed to narrowly avoid a technical recession with surprise GDP growth in Q1 2023. This positive economic development, combined with the ability of businesses to persevere, highlights the tenacity and innovation present within the South African business landscape.
Startups
African governments are collaborating with tech innovators to strengthen local health supply chains, new report reveals
Research noted nearly 50 partnerships between health startups and African governments, with a focus on optimizing local health supply chains and improving health outcomes across the continent.
Arjen de Bruin, Managing Director at OIM Consulting, challenges conventional thinking about ROI. Arjen discusses why businesses shouldn’t only be thinking about ROI, but broadening the definition of value, such as supervisor development, enhanced productivity and planning, good leadership and employee engagement, and more.
Identity and access management (IAM) systems are evolving rapidly. They address the challenge of authenticating parties needing access to critical resources—people, IoT devices, or applications.
In the last few years, the number of voluntary carbon markets has increased as a result of the operationalisation of the Paris Agreement and a general influx of investors into the sector.
Business, Main
New AppsFlyer Report Reveals eCommerce App Industry’s Resilience as Marketing Spend for Attracting New Shoppers to Apps Approaches $5 Billion
Despite 25% plunge in spending in 2022 amid economic downturn, AppsFlyer’s 2023 State of eCommerce report showcases some positive retail global trends in a shifting economic landscape
Ventures Platform leads venture financing for Africa’s top digital insurance infrastructure provider.
Business
The Travel Corporation Releases 2022 Impact Report, highlighting advancements on climate action
TTC’s second annual Impact Report showcases positive impacts and progress against the group’s 11 sustainability goals, anchored to the United Nations Global Goals
Using waste derived fuels in major energy consuming industries is essential to bring down the CO2 emissions, and advancing toward circularity means including fossil fuel replacements into any industrial process going forward.
African News, Business, South Africa News
Virgin Atlantic Appoints Marc Harding As South Africa Country Manager
Virgin Atlantic is delighted to announce the appointment of Marc Harding as Country Manager for South Africa. Marc joined Virgin Atlantic 23 years ago and held various roles in the operations and commercial departments across Johannesburg and Cape Town. For 13 years, Marc’s core position has been part of the commercial team from Account Manager […]
Businesses worldwide are working hard to fight fast-growing e-commerce fraud, which is impacting their bottom line, according to new research from Ravelin.