Platform economy of the future is the pathway that will drive growth and jobs across Africa
By Opinion 10 October 2017Many companies, whether they realize it or not, have already taken steps to embed themselves into the digital ecosystems that will drive their growth in future. However, the pace of adopting new digital... FULL STORY >
Smartphones become SA’s top business, entertainment tool
By Press Release 28 September 2016Mobile to be the primary access, computing tool of millions, says Samsung. FULL STORY >
Cash is on its way out – 6 ways to make sure you’re ready
By Press Release 16 August 2016The cashless economy is almost here. Just a couple months ago, the European Central Bank suggested that the 500 Euro note will be eliminated. While the humble card is still the most favoured method of payment, digital wallet... FULL STORY >
Weathering the economic storm: The impact of the economy on the ICT industry
By Staff Writer 17 March 2016According to Gerhard Malan, financial director at Rectron, South Africa is in for a tough few years, if economists are to be believed. FULL STORY >
5 Key Budget 2016 highlights you might have missed
By Staff Writer 29 February 2016Last week Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan did an admirable job of balancing South Africa’s books at a difficult economic time in his 2016 Budget. There were few surprises in the budget, but it offers a sound framework for the country’s... FULL STORY >
Passion drives South African entrepreneurs to contribute nearly R530 billion to the after-hours economy
By Press Release 24 November 2015South African small and medium business owners contribute nearly R530 billion ($38 billion) to the annual GDP by working beyond the standard industry hours for their businesses, according to... FULL STORY >
Pioneering On Demand Economy in South Africa
By Press Release 12 November 2015Heralding of a new era in flower delivery and also pioneering On Demand Economy in South Africa, SA Florist has now launched its revolutionary 'Same-Day All-Day' delivery service called Zoom Bloom FULL STORY >
Multinationals at an advantage in SA's digital economy
By Staff Writer 12 May 2015South Africa’s playing fields are not level when it comes to local businesses competing with multinationals in the digital economy FULL STORY >
Online companies still trying to understand the SA customer
By Staff Writer 6 May 2015Leading South African online experts have their sights set on the convergence of customer-centricity, agility and data. Woolworths’ Head of Online, Nikki Cockcroft and Accenture’s MD of Technology and Digital, Lee Naik, both... FULL STORY >
Cloud can help SA play subscription economy catch-up
By Staff Writer 11 June 2014While there are pockets of South Africans, mostly high-end consumers in gated communities or high-tech office parks, that are ahead and have participated in the new subscription delivery model curve, the majority of the local population... FULL STORY >
Opinion Piece: Enterprise Supplier Development is critical to sustainable economic growth and transformation
By Staff Writer 30 October 2013The National Development Plan (NDP) aims to eliminate poverty and reduce inequality by 2030. The vision of the NDP is to create long-term growth and sustainability for South Africa, and... FULL STORY >
Harnessing the benefits of software development to create a sustainable African economy
By Staff Writer 23 October 201321st October 2013 – The role of software development in the development and sustainability of the African economy cannot be overlooked says Malcolm Rabson, managing director at Dariel Solutions. “As... FULL STORY >
New report cites the app economy as being an economic force
By Ryan Noik 9 February 2012According to a new report by TechNet, apps and the growth of the app economy may offer a solution to generating new jobs. FULL STORY >
EA founder owes millions in taxes
By Johan Keyter 29 March 2011Trip Hawkins, founder of Electronic Arts, is in hot water with the IRS over more than $20 million in outstanding tax payments. FULL STORY >
Time to Tighten Tech Spending
By Andrew Gould 1 April 2009TechSmart spoke to Arthur Goldstuck who heads up the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) research group, World Wide Worx. He is one of South AfricaÔÇÖs foremost commentators on the ICT sector, and we decided to get his take on how the world-wide... FULL STORY >
Most Read Articles
Have Your Say
What new tech or developments are you most anticipating this year?