Only tech can resolve SA's unemployment crisis
Tech leaders urge South Africans to embrace AI and automation to reverse the jobs crisis.
Mthulisi Sibanda
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Salesforce introduces Einstein Studio to accelerate AI adoption
A new ‘bring your own model’ solution, Einstein Studio enables companies to add artificial intelligence to their own datasets.
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Generative AI sparks AI investment across South Africa
New report highlights growth in appetite for generative AI, but this contrasts with reality of thinly stretched IT resources.
2:40
Salesforce plans to stave off joblessness in South Africa
The company says it is committed to helping solve South Africa’s key challenges, including closing the digital skills gap and create jobs.
1:30
First Distribution adds AvePoint Digital Collaboration Security and Management Solutions
To power modern work and enhance security, First Distribution now offers AvePoint to the Partner Ecosystem.
3:30
CloudSmiths DotModus merge at the right time
Both have partnership growth in mind behind newly formed customer journey powerhouse.
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Enterprise’s biggest challenge yet - growing digital skills for the future of work
According to the International Finance Corporation, 230 million jobs in sub-Saharan Africa will require digital skills by 2030 says Robin Fisher, Emerging Markets Senior Area Vice President at Salesforce.
4:10
Digital shoppers face a tight festive season say pundits
Despite predicted 7% growth in digital commerce this year, rising costs due to COVID-19 expected to hit the supply chain.
3:20
Digital opportunities and key role-players
Cloud-related technologies will account for 27% of digital transformation IT spending this year, growing to 37% in 2026 says Richard Chambers, Area Vice President, Africa & MED, Salesforce.
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Tackling misconceptions around reskilling
G20 countries could miss out on US$11.5-trillion of cumulative GDP growth if the growing digital skills gap is not addressed, according to Accenture, says Robin Fisher, Senior Area Vice President, Salesforce Emerging Markets.
1:30
Salesforce concludes $27.7bn Slack acquisition
US-based customer relationship management solutions giant Salesforce completes the purchase of Slack Technologies.
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Three keys to building resilience
Customer-centricity and positive employee experiences will show us what it means for companies to be resilient says Robin Fisher, Area Vice President, Salesforce - Emerging Markets.