South Africa launches Activate SA to advance Responsible AI in government and society, strengthen the Western Cape AI ecosystem and drive investment in AI innovation.
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Innovation, technology, startups, and digital transformation shaping Africa’s business future.
Bowmans Joins South African AI Association Advisory Board to Support Responsible AI
Bowmans has joined the South African AI Association’s Advisory Board, strengthening the focus on responsible AI, governance and regulation as South Africa develops its national AI policy.
Travel Scams Are Rising: What African Travellers and Tourism Businesses Need to Know
Kaspersky research highlights a growing threat to travellers as cybercriminals exploit trusted airline, transport and booking brands. For Africa’s increasingly digital tourism sector, stronger cybersecurity and greater customer awareness are becoming essential to protecting payments, personal data and trust.
Social Media Network Analysis: How Businesses Can Analyse Their Own Channels and External Communities
Learn how to perform Social Media Network Analysis using practical tools such as NodeXL, Gephi, X Analytics, Meta Business Suite and Telegram API. This guide explains how businesses, researchers and marketers can analyse their own channels and competitor networks, identify influencers, measure engagement patterns and understand online communities.
Cyberespionage Risks Are Rising for African Businesses as Attackers Target Corporate Data
Cyberespionage is becoming a growing concern for African businesses as attackers increasingly target corporate data, credentials and digital infrastructure. New research highlights rising spyware, password-stealing malware and advanced threats across the region, showing why cybersecurity has become a strategic business priority.
AI Search Is Changing Brand Competition: Why African Businesses Need Topic Authority, Not Just SEO
AI-driven search is changing digital competition. African companies will need to build topic authority, industry expertise and trusted visibility rather than relying only on traditional SEO rankings.
Southern Africa’s Wildfire Challenge: How Technology Is Helping Communities Build Climate Resilience
Southern Africa is facing increasing wildfire risks driven by climate change, extreme weather, and dry conditions. This article explores how technologies such as portable water pumps, monitoring systems, and improved water management can help rural communities and agricultural businesses build resilience.
AI Adoption in Africa Accelerates Amid Cybersecurity Concerns
Artificial intelligence adoption is accelerating across organisations, creating new opportunities for productivity and innovation while introducing new cybersecurity challenges. A Kaspersky survey of 1,800 IT and cybersecurity professionals highlights growing concerns about AI-related risks and the need for stronger governance, employee awareness and responsible implementation strategies, particularly as African businesses expand their digital capabilities.
Kenya’s Zetech University Receives UK Grant to Document Women’s Role in Coastal Maritime Safety
Zetech University has received a Lloyd’s Register Foundation grant to document women’s contributions to coastal maritime safety in Kenya. The project will preserve oral histories and explore how traditional knowledge can support safer and more sustainable coastal communities.
AU-EU Youth Voices Lab App Connects Thousands of Young People Across Africa and Europe After First Year
The AU-EU Youth Voices Lab App connects thousands of young people across Africa and Europe through digital learning, networking, and new opportunities.