by Kathy Gibson | Dec 12, 2018 | Thought Leadership
Africa is one of the fastest urbanising regions in the world – and it is widely accepted that the rapid urbanisation of its burgeoning big cities will play a vital role in the continent’s continued growth and development. By Kate Stubbs, director: business development...
by Kathy Gibson | Dec 12, 2018 | Thought Leadership
As the year draws to a close, it’s important for small, medium and micro enterprises (SMMEs) to have a strategic plan in place for business continuity. So, before you get into a festive frame of mind, take a look at these top tips from Tashline Jooste, CEO of The...
by Kathy Gibson | Dec 12, 2018 | Featured Story, Features
The small to medium enterprise (SME) is the lifeblood of the economy. By Chetan Goshalia, chief sales and marketing officer at SqwidNet In Brazil, more than 16 million small to micro enterprises make up around 20% of the country’s gross domestic product (GDP). In...
by Kathy Gibson | Dec 12, 2018 | Trends and Analysis
Africa’s population is growing at an astonishing rate. By 2050, the number of people on the continent will climb to 2,5-billion. By the same year, the United Nations predicts that nearly half of the countries in Africa will double their populations. By Bernardo...
by Kathy Gibson | Dec 12, 2018 | Trends and Analysis
The recently Internet Inclusive Index: Bridging Digital Divides report, commissioned by Facebook and compiled by The Economist, gives South Africa the number one ranking on the African continent, and 71st globally, for Internet inclusivity and access to broadband at...
by Kathy Gibson | Dec 12, 2018 | Trends and Analysis
With a population of more than 1,2-billion people, 54 countries, and foreign direct investment (FDI) totalling $59-billion in 2016, Africa presents organisations across industry sectors with ample business opportunities. Annalie Terblanche, product manager at...
by Kathy Gibson | Dec 12, 2018 | Trends and Analysis
Africa’s business cannot afford to wait five years or more for security engineers to hone high-end skills – new skills development models must be introduced now, as the Fourth Industrial Revolution sweeps the continent. By Paul Williams, country manager:...
by Kathy Gibson | Dec 12, 2018 | Features
The data centre has gone from top of the CIO’s priorities, to the back-burner – but it’s back in the spotlight as data and the data centre has become central to business survival. Digital transformation spending to hit $2trn by 2022 Worldwide spending on the...
by Kathy Gibson | Dec 12, 2018 | Trends and Analysis
It’s no secret that online shopping is taking off in South Africa. By Jaqueline van Eeden, business development manager: retail and consumer industry at Wipro Limited, Africa In fact, studies show that the local e-commerce market is expected to reach almost...
by Kathy Gibson | Dec 12, 2018 | Product Showcase, Uncategorized
Targus South Africa has launched The Newport Collection of laptop bags. Available in black, navy and olive, the small backpack has three zipped front pockets that allow for storage of everyday accessories while the hidden pack panel pocket is ideal for valuables like...
