Tag: Artificial Intelligence

  • Is South Africa’s next workforce generation ready for the AI era?

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    The BLEC Ecosystem Report 2025 highlights critical challenges and opportunities within South Africa’s business landscape, stressing the importance of digital literacy for underserved areas. It calls for urgent digital skills development, the digitization of MSMEs, and collaborative efforts among stakeholders to address the skills gap, enhance productivity, and foster educational improvement.

  • SA to regulate AI

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    In March 2026, South Africa’s draft National AI Policy was submitted for public comment by the DCDT, focusing on six pillars to promote ethical AI development. The policy seeks to enhance public service, digital participation, and quality of life, with a phased approach to sector-specific AI implementation expected by 2028.