by Kathy Gibson | Apr 30, 2026 | Trends and Analysis
South Africa’s microlending sector is a key driver of financial inclusion, providing access to credit for millions who may otherwise be excluded from traditional banking. But as the industry grows, particularly through digital and fintech platforms, it is increasingly...
by Kathy Gibson | Apr 30, 2026 | Features
Recent case law is sending a clear message: SARS cannot ignore the rules that govern how tax disputes are handled, but taxpayers must actively enforce those rules. In practical terms, this means SARS cannot simply change its case, ignore its own processes, or make...
by Kathy Gibson | Apr 30, 2026 | Features
For SMMEs and SMEs with an annual payroll of more than R500,000, complying with the requirements of the Skills Development Act (SDA) is mandatory. But, it is also a low-cost opportunity to grow the business by strategically upskilling employees. Sholina Durga, MD:...
by Kathy Gibson | Apr 30, 2026 | Trends and Analysis
As South Africa continues to confront the dual pressures of energy insecurity and climate commitments, the transition to alternative energy sources has never been more urgent. With abundant solar irradiation, strong wind corridors and growing interest in green...
by Kathy Gibson | Apr 30, 2026 | Features
Payments provider Ozow has announced a new partnership with SME financial services platform Lula, aimed at expanding access to business funding for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across South Africa. The partnership introduces a new funding access channel...
by Kathy Gibson | Apr 30, 2026 | Thought Leadership
The ICT channel is entering a period where pressure is no longer cyclical but structural. Pricing volatility, supply chain shifts and tightening margins are no longer isolated challenges. They are happening all at once. By Andrew Harris, chief sales and marketing...
by Kathy Gibson | Apr 30, 2026 | Features
Across South Africa and beyond, seasoned executives and mid-career professionals are increasingly looking past the traditional corporate ladder, seeking instead to build something of their own. This surge in entrepreneurial spirit is fuelled by a desire for autonomy,...
by Kathy Gibson | Apr 30, 2026 | Trends and Analysis
For years, most of the conversation around artificial intelligence (AI) in the channel has focused on the end customer, write Lionel Moyal and Paul Bunting, co-founders of Growthguru.ai. The issues include: How AI will reshape industries, How partners will bring new...
by Kathy Gibson | Apr 30, 2026 | Thought Leadership
The ICT channel has always been a reflection of the way businesses use technology, rather than the way the industry thinks they should use it. ByRazeena Ramjan, founder of A2IT Solutions The decisions being made today, the partnerships being formed, and the way...
by Kathy Gibson | Apr 30, 2026 | Thought Leadership
President Ramaphosa’s announcement at the 2026 State of the Nation Address of a R50-billion investment into data centres over the next three years signals that South Africa recognizes digital infrastructure as the foundation for economic growth. By James...
