A new buyer strategy for African markets The 2027 edition will place expanding African market opportunities at the centre of its strategy, responding to research showing that 81% of exhibitors want greater access to local markets and opportunities to grow their businesses beyond their traditional customer base. “Africa represents a significant opportunity for businesses looking…
MONROVIA, October 12, 2026 — Morocco is preparing to propose a new migration cooperation strategy to its international partners, following concerns raised by King Mohammed VI that existing arrangements are no longer adequate to address recurring migration challenges. The proposed framework is expected to address cooperation with European countries, particularly Spain, where disagreements over the…
AI security is a strategy that spans people, identities, data, infrastructure and governance. (Image: Cyberrey) Artificial intelligence is entering a new phase. For the past few years, organisations have focused on using AI to improve productivity, automate repetitive tasks and support decision-making. Today, that evolution is accelerating. AI agents are no longer simply generating content…
The 54 Member Associations of the Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) concluded a successful Second Day of the CAF Strategy Conference, chaired by CAF President Dr Patrice Motsepe, in Sal, Santa Maria in Cabo Verde on Thursday, 8 October 2026. The opening session, held on Thursday, was attended by Cabo Verde Head of State Dr…
Amazon is positioning LEO connectivity as a complement to fibre, wireless and mobile networks across South Africa and Africa. (Image created via Gemini) Amazon Leo plans to bring its direct-to-device (D2D), low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellite service to South Africa from around 2028, as the satellite broadband provider expands its local offerings beyond fixed connectivity. This…
Year-end approaching, and the merchandise brief isn’t done? You’re not out of options. But the way you approach the brief needs to change. October is certainly not too late to order branded corporate gifts before year-end. It is, however, the point where your deadline starts having a much bigger say in what is realistically possible….
Boomi Named a Leader and Secures Highest Score in the Strategy Category in Adaptive Process Orchestration Software Evaluation Boomi™, the data activation company for AI, today announced it has been named a Leader in The Forrester Wave™: Adaptive Process Orchestration Software, Q3 2026. The report evaluated 13 providers, and Boomi achieved the highest score in…
The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) will bring together leading decision-makers, coaches and football experts in Cape Verde in October for a landmark Strategy Conference aimed at shaping the next phase of African football development. The three-day gathering will take place from 7 to 9 October 2026 in Santa Maria, Sal Island, and will be…
Africa has reached an important moment in its immunisation journey. Coverage is not rising fast enough to keep pace with population growth, persistent inequities and a growing number of vaccines. At the same time, outbreaks and financing pressures are intensifying. Vaccination has transformed child survival. A landmark analysis found that global immunisation efforts have saved…
Digital sovereignty is about understanding where data is stored, who may access it and how systems work together. (Image: iStock) Digital sovereignty is SA’s practical ability to make accountable choices about critical public data and infrastructure. It is at the core of government’s strategy to digitally transform service delivery, as well as to bolster internal…
