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you are currently viewing::South African business confidence edges up in May after April slumpJune 30, 2026--In May the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) announced new rules designed to ensure more stringent oversight of how brokers and trading firms deploy "algo-trading" techniques on the exchange. Algorithmic trading involves the use of technology such as computer programs or artificial intelligence (AI) to allow traders to buy and sell financial assets automatically, according to predefined rules. Source: african.business |
Africa Can Grow Faster With AI-If It Moves Now
July 21, 2026--Artificial intelligence can boost productivity, create better jobs, and improve public services in sub-Saharan Africa, but realizing these gains will require reliable power, affordable internet, stronger skills, and rules people trust
A farmer in Kenya gets weather and planting advice on a basic phone. A teacher in Nigeria uses a chatbot to help students catch up in math. South Africa's revenue authority uses data analytics to better target tax audits. These are not futuristic examples from Silicon Valley.
Chaka Launches Hisa, Rebrands Investment Platform
June 23, 2026--Chaka Technologies Ltd has launched Hisa, a new investment application that replaces the company's existing Chaka trading platform and introduces a range of new features aimed at making investing more accessible for retail users.
