Case Studies

South African businesses are increasingly utilising technology to drive growth and stay competitive. This is according to the latest SA SME Tech Index by World Wide Worx, which found that nearly two thirds (63%) of local small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are using...

The December holidays are a great time to unwind, relax and enjoy your favourite leisure activities and for many South Africans that means hitting the open road to their favourite holiday destination. However, these leisure activities often require specific gear and...

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The recent 0.25% interest rate cut has seen a sense of cautious optimism in the local market. And with consumer inflation falling to 4.4% in August 2024, its lowest since April 2021, this could spark interest from first-time buyers to enter the property market. While...

By Javvad Malik, Lead Security Awareness Advocate at KnowBe4 A startling 76% of organisations have detected increased insider threat activity over the past five years, yet less than 30% believe they are equipped with the right tools to handle them. These findings from...

For many years, Africa has been considered a difficult market for insurers. Low awareness of the insurance value, perceptions of insurance as an unaffordable luxury item and the inadequate distribution channels available on a facilities-challenged continent have often...

Additional 3 MW solar energy added to the grid. Total number of solar panels installed stands at 12 097. Plant Kariega’s renewable energy share increases from 1.5% in 2018 to 17.1%.

By Veronica Lukwago, Associate Director of Finance Transformation, BDO South Africa The role of traditional finance departments are moving beyond their historical role of record-keeping and transactional processing. Instead, today these departments are now expected to...

The FSCA's Joint Standard on Cybersecurity and Cyber Resilience is set to commence in June 2025, putting pressure on South African financial institutions to align with the stringent requirements established by the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) in...

Sales numbers are up, but there is a clear shift towards budget-friendly vehicles.

Business confidence in South Africa is on the rise, fuelled by a halt in load-shedding and a more optimistic economic outlook. This positive sentiment and reliable electricity supply has led to an increase in the Business Debt Index (BDI) – returning to levels...

OMODA South Africa has revealed a new entry-level version of the C5, making the premium crossover lineup even more attainable. Priced at R329,900, the C5 Street lowers the entry point by R35,000 making it an enticing choice for customers looking to balance premium...

International Fraud Week - why businesses need to be prepared As organisations grapple with increasingly sophisticated fraud schemes, International Fraud Awareness Week serves as a critical reminder of the significant financial and reputational risks posed by fraud....

BAIC SA proudly concluded its first Customer Appreciation Event with the theme of "Celebrating a Journey of Trust and Gratitude: From 8 to ∞" at its Gqeberha plant, hosting valued customers from across South Africa for a day of excitement, engagement, and gratitude....

The really Awesome Gaming Expo (rAge)  - South Africa's premier gaming and pop culture expo, is coming to the Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec from November 29th to December 1st. With its multiverse of gaming culture, rAge 2024 is not just about games and high...

The Southern African Endurance Series has forged a new partnership with the Malaysian vehicle brand Proton and the Chinese light commercial vehicle manufacturer Foton for the supply of a range of vehicles for the essential roles of Safety car, Course car, Recovery...

Huawei has officially launched the HUAWEI WATCH D2, the brand's first smartwatch featuring wrist-based ambulatory blood pressure monitoring (ABPM)[1]. This sleek and compact smartwatch makes monitoring your blood pressure effortless, anytime and anywhere, with just a...

Two-year partnership signed at DP World Wanderers. Mahindra the new Official Vehicle Partner of Lions Cricket. Mahindra and Lions Cricket to join hands in supporting charitable causes across SA.

Epson has launched a range of high-speed, A4 sheet-fed scanners that offer integrated Wi-Fi, network and open platform capabilities to enhance integration, fleet efficiency and end user experience. Developed for organisations with high-volume scanning needs, these new...

 New car buyers under 30 years of age (early adulthood) made up 15% of vehicle finance transactions in 2024, up from just 2% in 2017 (see graph below). Andrew Hibbert, Auto Data Analyst & Team Lead at Lightstone, a provider of comprehensive data, analytics and...