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<p>To celebrate its 75-year contribution to research, development and innovation in South Africa, the CSIR is hosting its 7th Biennial Conference. CNBC Africa&#8217;s Fifi Peters, along with leading voices, unpack &quot;The fourth industrial revolution and industrialisation opportunities for South Africa’s economic recovery&quot;&#8230;.</p>


#CSIR75: The 4IR & Industrialisation Opportunities for SA’s Economic Recovery

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<p>Rwanda has announced that new revised land transfer fees will be introduced in December of this year; this comes as the Government is currently in the process of digitising land titles. On this CNBC Africa Special, we speak to the Head of the Land Administration Department of the Rwanda Land Management and Use Authority, Grace Nishimwe and Attorney at LandLab Law Firm, Damascene Munyangaju to discuss what these changes and other land policy in the country mean for investment&#8230;.</p>


How new revised land transfer fees impact Rwanda’s investment landscape

How the revised land transfer fees could impact Rwanda’s investment landscape

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<p>South Africa’s social development standing has not been the greatest for some time – with the country ranking as one of the most unequal societies in the world. As we chart our way from the economic devastation caused by COVID-19, how can we do things differently, such that we achieve greater social inclusion? And what role can infrastructure development – the bedrock of economic growth – play in bridging the social divide. CNBC Africa anchor Fifi Peters speaks to a panel of experts in this episode of Gautrain: Why It Matters&#8230;.</p>


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<p>A growing number of devices that we interact with are collecting a staggering amount of data. Everything from jet engines to a point of sale device. How can we harness the power of big data and make better decisions through predictive algorithms&#8230;.</p>


#FOWA2020: Empowering the workforce to harness IoT and Big Data Analytics

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<p>Digital businesses are focused on integrating digital technologies, such as social, mobile, analytics/big data and cloud, in the service of transforming how businesses work. The ability to digitally re-imagine the business is determined in large part by a clear digital strategy supported by leaders who foster a culture able to change and invent the new&#8230;.</p>


#FOWA2020: Digital transformation and the distributed enterprise

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<p>Cloud computing is in its infancy on the African Continent. With rapidly expanding infrastructure and a sudden shift to remote work during the COVID-19 pandemic, there is a silver lining. Africa’s unique approach and exuberance means that the continent can leapfrog first world countries with SaaS innovation and mobile technology&#8230;.</p>


#FOWA2020: How SaaS & Cloud computing can help African enterprises futureproof their business model

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<p>In this day and age of continuously expanding connectivity, it is critical for businesses to ensure up-to-date cyber-security measures. This will require robust systems and policies that not only prevent threats, but proactively seek and counter them&#8230;.</p>


#FOWA2020: Cybersecurity for the distributed

#FOWA2020: Cybersecurity for the distributed, hyper-connected workplace

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<p>With self-determining computerized systems, i.e. AI, automation and machine learning becoming more mainstream, the employee’s role in the workplace is undergoing tectonic shifts. Connecting quality data with fast computation services, these cutting-edge technologies offer significant opportunities to improve processes, radically transforming the nature of work&#8230;.</p>


#FOWA2020: Turbocharging productivity: What automation

#FOWA2020: Turbocharging productivity: What automation, ML & AI can do for your business

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<p>For most young Africans, secondary education is the last schooling they will receive before entering the workforce. High quality, relevant secondary education that is accessible to all, can prepare youth to enter the workforce, improve productivity, and spur economic transformation, unlocking a virtuous cycle of both human and economic development&#8230;.</p>


Secondary Education in Africa: Preparing Youth for the Future of Work


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<p><em>Covid-19 has forced businesses globally to re-evaluate their business models and to adapt to new working environments. As whole industries adjust and new ones are born, many occupations will undergo a fundamental transformation. Technological, socio-economic, geopolitical and demographic developments and the interactions between them will generate new categories of jobs and occupations while partly or wholly displacing others. Given the rapid pace of change, business model disruptions are resulting in near-simultaneous impact on employment, demanding new skill sets and it is critical for businesses to stay ahead of these trends and changes.</em></p>



<p>Through a series of expert panel discussions, CNBC Africa; a leader in business, financial data, news and insight, in partnership with Forbes Africa and prominent sponsors, will be hosting a first-of-its-kind virtual Pan African summit on 20 August 2020.&nbsp;<em><strong>The Future of Work Virtual Conference aims to find solutions to the crisis in Africa’s work and job system, and to drive home the need for a much more effective implementation strategy.</strong></em>&nbsp;The day-long summit is a must for all business owners, C-suite decision makers, tech specialists, and leaders in digital innovation and development to &nbsp;attend.</p>



<p>“This pandemic has also forced us as a media company to find alternative means to broadcast captivating and informative content, while adhering to Government’s health and safety protocols, and to identify digital platforms that would allow us to keep our viewers informed. Using the power of technology and our newsroom, we are able to connect the continent through live in-person and online virtual experiences.” Says Roberta Naicker, Managing Director of the ABN Group. “This virtual conference, consisting of industry leading panellists, will examine how technology will enable digital transformation and change the way we work in the future.” She further added.</p>



<p>What will organisations look like after the pandemic? How will we collaborate and conduct business? What productivity gains can we unlock through robotic process automation, AI and cloud computing. What are the new threats companies need to identify and mitigate against? These are some of the critical questions that will be addressed, with themes like cybersecurity, cloud computing and Artificial Intelligence (AI), forming the main focal points of this half-day virtual conference, set to take place on the 20th of August.</p>



<p>Attendees will be able to register to attend this virtual event, and watch it live for free. Allowing them to take part in the day’s discussions via Q&amp;A sessions, and also get the opportunity to network with other attendees.</p>



<p>For more information on the Future of Work Virtual Conference or to register for the event, please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=&amp;msgid=0&amp;act=111111&amp;c=1681970&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cnbcafrica.com%2Ffuture-of-work%2F&amp;cf=6110&amp;v=d3ee25f19e2ebbb1e9b4e0501db0b4f9469428a24a6c8c47b959fdd2f2db63f2" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.cnbcafrica.com/future-of-work/</a>, or follow us @cnbcafrica for more updates</p>


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Redefining Africa’s Workforce Through Digital Transformation

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<p>This special broadcast on the topic: Why Investing in Digital Infrastructure Post-COVID-19 is Critical to Africa’s Economic Recovery” brings together prominent speakers from the four corners of Africa. It also sees the announcement of the Africa50 Innovation Challenge Finalists&#8230;.</p>


#Africa50: Why Investing in Digital Infrastructure post-COVID-19 is Critical to Africa’s Recovery

#Africa50: Why Investing in Digital Infrastructure Post-COVID-19 is Critical to Africa’s Recovery

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<p>Africa&#8217;s literacy traditions might be on the wane according to experts, but what do those in the publishing industry think? CNBC Africa spoke to Jide Martin of Comic Republic and Deborah Ahenkorah of Africa Bureau Stories&#8230;.</p>


Assessing Africa’s literature in the new age

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<p>As the dust settles from South Africa’s emergency budget announcement, economist and ratings agencies have expressed their pessimism towards the finance minister Tito Mboweni’s ability to cut expenditure and deliver on his debt stabilisation plan. Joining CNBC Africa for this discussion are Mamello Matikinca-Ngwenya, Chief economist at FNB, Nicky Weimar, Chief Economist at Nedbank and Murtaza Moulvi, Head of Financial Markets at Standard Chartered Bank&#8230;.</p>


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<p>Africa Initiative for Governance and Oxford University&#8217;s Blavatnik School of Government co-host high level discussion on ‘COVID -19 and the oil price crash: Nigeria’s tough choices’, with key decision makers in Nigeria and global thought leaders&#8230;.</p>


COVID-19 and the oil price crash: Nigeria’s tough choices

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<p>Tune into CNBC Africa for this eThekwini’s Economic Recovery Plan discussion. It’s a more than half a billion rand plan that aims to support business safeguard jobs and protect the livelihoods of its citizens&#8230;.</p>


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<p>What can be done to turn the negative economic tide exacerbated by Covid-19 and how important is the role played in this by Development Finance Institutions? CNBC Africa&#8217;s Chris Bishop and the panel discuss how the economy can be rebuilt post-COVID-19 with the help of public and private money; plus, how the way can be cleared, with legislation and regulation, for a new, sustainable, investment in Africa&#8230;.</p>


#BusinessTomorrow: The role of DFIs in rebuilding African economies after COVID-19

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<p>CNBC Africa&#8217;s Chris Bishop and his expert guests look into the future of how the digital space is growing by the day and how it challenges our very view of media and how people get their news&#8230;.</p>


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#CSIR75: The 4IR & Industrialisation Opportunities for SA’s Economic Recovery

How the revised land transfer fees could impact Rwanda’s investment landscape

The Gautrain’s contribution to socio-economic development & impact to society

#FOWA2020: Empowering the workforce to harness IoT and Big Data Analytics

#FOWA2020: Digital transformation and the distributed enterprise

#FOWA2020: How SaaS & Cloud computing can help African enterprises futureproof their business model

#FOWA2020: Cybersecurity for the distributed, hyper-connected workplace

#FOWA2020: Turbocharging productivity: What automation, ML & AI can do for your business

Secondary Education in Africa: Preparing Youth for the Future of Work

Redefining Africa’s Workforce Through Digital Transformation

#Africa50: Why Investing in Digital Infrastructure Post-COVID-19 is Critical to Africa’s Recovery

Assessing Africa’s literature in the new age

How will SA finmin Mboweni cut expenditure?

COVID-19 and the oil price crash: Nigeria’s tough choices

How eThekwini Municipality plans to help businesses survive COVID-19-induced economic downturn

#BusinessTomorrow: The role of DFIs in rebuilding African economies after COVID-19

#BusinessTomorrow: What is the future of online and social media in Africa?

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#CSIR75: The 4IR & Industrialisation Opportunities for SA’s Economic Recovery

How the revised land transfer fees could impact Rwanda’s investment landscape

The Gautrain’s contribution to socio-economic development & impact to society

#FOWA2020: Empowering the workforce to harness IoT and Big Data Analytics

#FOWA2020: Digital transformation and the distributed enterprise

#FOWA2020: How SaaS & Cloud computing can help African enterprises futureproof their business model

#FOWA2020: Cybersecurity for the distributed, hyper-connected workplace

#FOWA2020: Turbocharging productivity: What automation, ML & AI can do for your business

Secondary Education in Africa: Preparing Youth for the Future of Work

Redefining Africa’s Workforce Through Digital Transformation

#Africa50: Why Investing in Digital Infrastructure Post-COVID-19 is Critical to Africa’s Recovery

Assessing Africa’s literature in the new age

How will SA finmin Mboweni cut expenditure?

COVID-19 and the oil price crash: Nigeria’s tough choices

How eThekwini Municipality plans to help businesses survive COVID-19-induced economic downturn

#BusinessTomorrow: The role of DFIs in rebuilding African economies after COVID-19

#BusinessTomorrow: What is the future of online and social media in Africa?

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