Prof. Yudhvir Seetharam When data professionals rely on someone else to pitch their ideas, the edge is lost, As data becomes increasingly central to the business strategy, the expectations of data teams are shifting. They’re no longer just enablers; they’re expected to influence, initiate and lead. But influence doesn’t come from being right; it comes...

Standard Bank data shows that a significant portion of its customers, even among those earning a stable income, don’t have an immediate accessible cash savings that can serve as emergency savings.  More than 45% of clients have no accessible emergency savings. Among Private Banking clients, who earn between R25,000 and R58,000 a month, more than...

Eskom confirms that the two contractual disputes with Framatome, the contractor for the Steam Generator Replacement Project at Koeberg Nuclear Power Station, are being addressed through the agreed resolution process. In accordance with the contract, disputes are first referred to adjudication and, if not resolved, to arbitration. Two disputes were adjudicated between December 2022 and...

PLEASE NOTE THIS IS AN UNREVISED SPEECH!!! It is an honour and a privilege to stand before you this morning on this occasion of the 3rd Annual African Continental Free Trade Area Conference. This event is taking place during a very important month in the South African and global calendar. The month of July marks Mandela...

Building financial resilience requires good financial planning which will in turn help you meet your financial goals. However, this also comes with the responsibility of being disciplined and being prepared to learn and unlearn what you know about finances and money management. “Savings month presents the opportunity to help you understand that saving and setting...

 Palesa Mabasa, is head of business development at FNB Small Medium Enterprises (SMEs) that do not prioritise employee productivity, as a crucial part of their overall strategy, could significantly hinder the success and growth of their businesses.    “The key to driving productivity is a clear, people-first strategy built on the four pillars of incentives,...