The Future of Finance: Why AI Will Not Replace You, Unless You Let It
Author: Asante Nxumalo In 1979, The Wall Street Journal published an article that startled the financial profession. The headline read, “Spreadsheet Software Could Replace Accountants.” At the time, early spreadsheet programs such as VisiCalc and Lotus 1-2-3 represented cutting-edge innovation. They could perform calculations that once required hours of manual effort, and they seemed destined to automate away much of the accountant’s work. Commentators predicted that the ris
AI Risks and Implications for Finance Professionals
Author: Asante Nxumalo Image Generated by: DALL-E Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping the finance profession. From...
From Satellites to Solutions - Why Earth Observation Matters for Africa
Author: Asante Nxumalo What is Earth Observation (EO) and why should we care? Somewhere above you right now, a satellite is silently...
The AI Privacy Paradox: Balancing Innovation and Data Protection in the South African Workspace
Author: Asante Nxumalo Image generated by DALL-E AI Image Generator Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) has gone from being a futuristic...
AI in 2025: The Year of Transformative Intelligence
Author: Asante Nxumalo Image generated by DALL-E AI Image Generator Introduction Artificial Intelligence is not just another...
Artificial Intelligence in South Africa: Are we ready for the revolution?
Image generated by DALL-E AI Image Generator By Asante Nxumalo Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionising industries worldwide,...
Ethics in Artificial Intelligence: Balancing Innovation with Responsibility
Written by Asante Nxumalo Artificial Intelligence (AI) has moved from the realm of science fiction to being a core part of our daily...
Exercising Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Principles during Heritage Month
South African Heritage Month, observed every year during the month of September, celebrates the country's rich cultural diversity and...
The Rise of Women in Leadership and ESG
As we celebrate Women's Month, it's essential to recognise and honour the incredible achievements of women in leadership roles. While...
The Evolution and Importance of ESG in Today’s Business World
Have you ever considered why some companies achieve greater impact than others? The answer frequently lies in their dedication to...
Africa Month 2024: 4 Lessons Learnt From Doing Business in Africa
This Africa month, inspired by the progress of the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA), we are sharing the lessons that we...
Allegro Enterprises relaunches its online Learning Platform
Johannesburg - Allegro Enterprises is proud to announce the launch of the revamped AllegroED. It is an innovative online training...
ESG in a nutshell: An Overview of the Practical Implications of Corporate Sustainability
"What is ESG and Why is it Essential for me to know about it?" ESG, short for Environmental, Social, and Governance, has become a...
South Africa's 2024 Budget Speech: Prioritising Fiscal Stability Amidst Economic Challenges
In a much-anticipated address, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana delivered South Africa's 2024 Budget speech in Cape Town, outlining the...
South Africa's forthcoming budget speech for 2024/2025: Addressing the imperative of closing the fiscal deficit
South Africa’s Minister of Finance, Enoch Godongwana will present the budget speech on the 21st of February 2024. The country has a...
A Time for Trade
“It’s time for Africans to trade among themselves” This statement is often repeated in business circles, and while it seems like a...
