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Impala Career Expo in Full Swing, Inspiring Youth Across Rustenburg
Impala Rustenburg is presently hosting its annual Career Expo, providing a valuable platform for Grade 11 students from local mining communities to explore career opportunities and gain insights into the industry. Running from 4 August to 1 September, the Expo is providing local learners with valuable tools and knowledge to help them succeed in their
Business Chat – Bridging the Gap for Women Entrepreneurs
In this episode of Business Chat, BTA Editor, Greg Stewart, sits down with Karabo Makete and Kerryn Campion from Aion's Ventures, a venture capital and investment company, to explore the persistent challenges faced by female entrepreneurs in securing business funding. With August being the official Women's month in South Africa, the chat deals with legacy
Strengthening Cyber Defenses to Secure Africa’s Digital Future
It never seems urgent and important until it happens. Cybercrime is on the rise and has continued to claim victims across Africa’s growing digital landscape. As the continent embraces rapid digital transformation reshaping economies, governance, and everyday life the risks grow alongside the opportunities. With internet penetration exceeding 46% and mobile connectivity driving fintech, e-commerce,
Breaking News Today – Monday 11 August 2025
Business & Tech News ChatGPT5 Launch a Flop Despite OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's promise of a vastly enhanced AI model, the launch of ChatGPT-5, powered by OpenAI's new GPT-5 model, faced significant challenges. Users reported dissatisfaction due to the removal of older, reliable models like GPT-4o, with many finding the new model inferior, describing it
Policy and Regulation for a Thriving African E-Commerce Platform
The rapid growth of e-commerce across Africa is reshaping policy on the continent’s economic landscape. With increasing internet penetration, mobile technology adoption, and a burgeoning middle class, African countries are uniquely positioned to capitalize on digital trade. However, to fully unlock the potential of e-commerce, robust policies and regulations must be established. These frameworks not
Blockchain Beyond Bitcoin for Transparent African Markets
When most people hear “blockchain,” their thoughts usually jump straight to Bitcoin. However, across Africa, blockchain technology has moved far beyond cryptocurrency speculation. From promoting financial inclusion to ensuring supply chain transparency, both startups and established companies are leveraging blockchain to tackle some of the continent’s most persistent challenges. This momentum is particularly evident in
Telkom FutureMakers and Aions ICT venture builder – Supporting Tech Start-ups
With a great need to grow and nurture business start-ups in South Africa, and with the high level of challenges facing these start-ups, it is refreshing to see the number of business start-up support programs growing. Telkom FutureMakers and Aions Creative Technology are providing high-potential tech startups support, giving the operational support, strategic insight and
The Urgent Need for Rapid Digital Inclusion in Africa’s Workforce
Africa is standing at the threshold of a historic opportunity. The Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR), driven by emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, big data, blockchain, and the Internet of Things (IoT), is reshaping how economies function and how people work. Notably, according to the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs,
Breaking News Today – Friday 8 August 2025
Business & Tech News Airbnb – AI Not the New Google Yet Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky has commented on the Future of AI and the company’s AI strategy, cautioning investors that AI chatbots can’t yet be thought of as the “new Google.” That is, AI chatbots, while potentially driving new leads to the travel and
Money saving hacks for everyday expenses
Saving money doesn’t always require drastic lifestyle changes. Often, it's the small, everyday habits that make the biggest difference. From groceries to utilities and transport, everyday expenses can quietly add up it’s the little amounts spent here and there that silently leave a mark on your finances. Fortunately, with a few smart adjustments, you can
Marketing on a Budget: High-Impact, Low-Cost Strategies for Brand Visibility in Africa
In the vast and dynamic African marketplace, small businesses and startups face the dual challenge of building brand visibility while often also facing the challenge of operating on limited budgets. Added to this complexity is the scope of diverse consumer preferences, varying levels of digital penetration, and economic disparities across the continent. Effective marketing in
Do ATMs Still Have a Role in South Africa’s Digital Banking Future?
South Africa’s banking sector is undergoing a major transformation as leading institutions pivot toward digital-first strategies. Standard Bank, Absa, FNB, and Nedbank are actively scaling down their ATM infrastructure, signaling a decisive move away from cash-based services. In contrast, Capitec Bank is defying this industry trend by expanding its ATM footprint, focusing on accessibility and
Young women upskilled to Build South Africa’s Tech Industry
24 April 2025 marked a significant milestone in South Africa’s digital transformation journey as 100 young women graduated from CAPACITI’s Enabling Women in Tech (EWIT) programme. Their achievement is especially impactful, as Statistics South Africa reports that women make up only 23% of employees in STEM occupations. Graduates Heading For Tech Support Functions Graduates from
iStore Celebrates 20 Years of Innovation and Impact in South Africa
In a heartfelt celebration yesterday marking its 20-year milestone in South Africa, iStore reflected not only on its technological evolution, but also on its deep commitment to community transformation. Over the years, and with roots firmly planted in Apple’s global ethos of accessibility, innovation, and empowerment, the company has evolved beyond just a retail destination ultimately
Breaking News Today – Thursday 7 August 2025
Business & Tech News Chinese Exports Surge in July Preempting August Tariff Deadline Chinese exports saw a surge in July with an increase of 7.2% year-on-year (yoy), rising to USD 321.8 billion. This was significantly better than market expectations of a 5.4% growth and an improvement from the 5.8% gain seen in their June growth
Jubilee Metals Continues to Scale Up its Zambian Operations
Jubilee Metals Group is carving out a new identity in Zambia’s mining sector through a strategy that’s as ambitious as it is transformative. At the core of its momentum lies a comprehensive copper vision one grounded in measurable milestones, not just promises. Borrowing the agility often seen in the BPO sector, Jubilee brings a similar
Breaking barriers and building careers: lessons from the BPO industry
August in South Africa inevitably calls for reflection and introspection on the options women have for meaningful, career long employment. As I reflect on this matter, I’m pleased to share some of the key lessons that have shaped my path to leadership. My journey into the BPO industry wasn’t planned. Although I held a university
Siemens Energy on Track to Hit 2025 Targets
Siemens Energy is driving towards the positive end of its 2025 financial targets, fueled by surging demand in the US. As a result, the company is capitalizing on the country's energy infrastructure upgrades to support both growing consumption and accelerating digital growth, leveraging its power generation and transmission solutions. Consequently, this growth trajectory puts Siemens
Business School – Mastering E-commerce in 2025: Trends and Tools for Online Retail Success
E-commerce Landscape In Africa The actual size of the African E-commerce market is up for debate with Market Data Forecast estimateing the market at USD 1.40 billion in 2024, projected to reach USD 5.76 billion by 2033, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 17.01%. this is in stark contrast to the IMARC
Breaking News Today – Wednesday 5 August 2025
Business & Tech News Indonesia Looks to Introduce Kangaroo Bonds Indonesia is preparing to launch its debut Kangaroo bond—government debt issued in Australian dollars—this August, Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati recently said. The government is currently holding meetings with potential investors in Australia to gauge interest, with the final decision depending on investor feedback and