With care, it gathers these shiny treasures and stores them in its nest. Now, think of your business as this magpie, but instead of trinkets, you’re collecting valuable market insights. In today’s fast-paced B2B environment, companies that effectively gather and utilise these ‘shiny’ insights secure a clear advantage in decision-making and long-term growth.
Category: South Africa News
South Africa News
State of the Retail Nation Q3: Consumer confidence starts to recover ahead of Black Friday
South Africa’s Tech & Durables market experiences solid sales growth in value and units YTD. FMCG sales rise 2.6% year-over-year. Value of private label FMCG sales on track to reach R100 billion.
Digital Marketing Conference back in Cape Town on 20 & 21 November 2024
Excitement is building as industry leaders, marketing professionals, and digital enthusiasts prepare to gather at the Digital Marketing Conference 2024 (DMC) in Cape Town this November. This not to be missed marketing event is set to take place on 20 & 21 November 2024 at CTICC, Cape Town.
AfricaCom 2024: French Companies Ready to Transform the African Digital Landscape
From 12-14 November 2024, Business France will showcase French expertise at the AfricaCom 2024 exhibition in Cape Town, South Africa. This essential event for telecommunications and digital transformation in Africa will gather over 15,000 visitors and 400 exhibitors from around the world.
Futuretech: Telkom, NRF launch tech research funding initiative
Telkom and the National Research Foundation (NRF) have announced the launch of the Future Technologies (FutureTech) programme, a new initiative to co-fund technology research grants and the studies of postgraduate students and postdoctoral Fellows, to help drive innovation.
Is cash dead? If your answer is yes you’re missing the point… and millions of customers
Is cash truly dead? With the rapid rise of fintech innovations and digital payment solutions, one might think so. Yet, despite the digital revolution sweeping across African societies, cash remains very much alive—and for millions, it is still the preferred way to transact. In the article, Cat Denoon-Stevens, Head of Product Incubation at Mukuru, discusses how cash remains an essential element of financial inclusion for millions. Fintechs must embrace this reality, offering flexible solutions that meet customers where they are—whether in the physical or digital realm.
THE RISE OF FINTECH INNOVATION IN SA: GOING BEYOND PAYMENTS TO TRANSFORM ACCESS AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR STARTUPS
The piece, “The Rise of Fintech Innovation in SA: Going Beyond Payments to Transform Access and Opportunities for Startups,” discusses how fintech solutions have revolutionized how these businesses operate, providing access to affordable financial services, business management tools, and support.
This article offers valuable insights into the growing fintech ecosystem in South Africa and its potential to drive economic growth.
Aleph Group and MTN collaborate to create novel local advertising opportunities
Aleph Group has been appointed as MTN Ads’ sales partner by MTN’s Digital Services, Africa’s largest mobile operator’s advertising division.
Securing South Africa’s public sector requires the right mindset alongside robust technology
Following a string of cyberattacks on government institutions and state-owned enterprises (SOEs) in South Africa, the public sector has emerged as a prime target for cybercriminals. Experts in cybersecurity at ESET Southern Africa say that public sector workers need to be more aware of cybersecurity and implement more robust security measures.
3 strategies to maximise your Return On Ad Spend this retail season
Daniel Levy, Co-Founder of ad and data-tech platform Flow, believes the answer to staying competitive lies in first-party data. By harnessing the power of data already at their fingertips, local retailers can target customers more precisely and get the most out of their marketing budget. Levy, alongside experts like Woolworths’ Zack Nossel, reveals how brands can use data-driven insights to create hyper-targeted offers and boost sales in the weeks ahead.