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South Africa Cannot Build Its Way Out of This: Why We Must Embrace Online Studying

South Africa Cannot Build Its Way Out of This: Why We Must Embrace Online Studying

Every year, the same ritual unfolds. Matric results are released, hope rises in thousands of households, and then reality sets in. For many capable young South Africans, university acceptance letters simply never arrive. Not because they failed, not because they lack ambition, but because there is n...
27/01/2026 07:09 AM - Comment(s)
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Finding The Human Side of AI: Bringing a bit of Ethics into the code

Finding The Human Side of AI: Bringing a bit of Ethics into the code

AI did what it promised: it eliminated repetitive work. Reports write themselves, systems reconcile themselves, and efficiency is no longer a goal, it’s the baseline. 

But something quietly disappeared along the way. When machines took over the repetition, they also took away the human moments h...

22/01/2026 10:01 AM - Comment(s)
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The Illusion of “AI-Ready”

The Illusion of “AI-Ready”

Discover how to align AI innovation with robust data security. Okiru Consulting helps business leaders build secure, compliant, and scalable AI strategies.
10/11/2025 02:59 PM - Comment(s)
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AI Agents and Jobs in South Africa: Threat or Catalyst for Transformation?

AI Agents and Jobs in South Africa: Threat or Catalyst for Transformation?

AI agents are reshaping SA’s fintech, ICT, and finance sectors. Used right, they boost efficiency and create new digital roles. Used poorly, they risk job losses and missed transformation goals. The key is aligning AI with skills, compliance, and inclusion from the start.
01/08/2025 12:17 AM - Comment(s)
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Why Your Business Can’t Afford to Ignore AI And Why CustomGPT Is a Smart Place to Start

Why Your Business Can’t Afford to Ignore AI And Why CustomGPT Is a Smart Place to Start

Discover how CustomGPT and AI tools can boost efficiency, reduce costs, and support smarter transformation for South African businesses. Learn how to start — no coding, no big budgets required.
17/07/2025 11:18 PM - Comment(s)
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