Are we prepared for Africa’s next frontier?
Friday, April 21, 2023 | 90 Views |
But, and I mean no disrespect to the Microsoft Founder, but perhaps his utterance was perhaps slightly simplistic given our current reality and the needs of the modern consumer.
Banking today exists in entirely different forms than when the concept was first birthed centuries ago. The rise of mobile money, fintechs and other more transformative platforms has meant that banking itself now wears a different proverbial cloak – we can transact, plan, budget and save – indeed even more than this – in a multitude of different ways that now accommodate the need for greater inclusion and accessibility, that are mindful of more transitive and mobile needs, and which take cognisance of increasing technological advancements. Today, these advancements range from simulation and augmented reality to big data analytics and the industrial internet of things, and even to new business models, artificial intelligence and horizontal and vertical integration and supply chain intricacies.
The recent disclosure by the IEC that 2,513 registrations have been turned down due to various irregularities should prompt all Batswana to meticulously review the voters' rolls and address concerns about rejected registrations.The disparities flagged by the IEC are troubling and emphasise the significance of rigorous voter registration processes.Out of the rejected registrations, 29 individuals were disqualified due to non-existent Omang...