Dr Andrew De Vries, General Manager, Digital Economy at The Innovation Hub South Africa’s trouble is not a lack of innovation. It’s investment and support for entrepreneurs and small businesses that is the major stumbling block preventing the country from harnessing the transformative power of the digital economy. The digital economy refers to connected services and devices which unlock new efficiencies and enable greater access to services for individuals and communities, including Internet of Things (IoT) technology, data and da...

As we reflect on the 1st quarter for financial year 2021/22, we have made many strides in adopting to the new normal as we continue working remotely and on a rotational basis in line with Covid-19 protocols restrictions. In quarter one (1), The Innovation Hub managed to host several successful events which were conducted virtually, and hybrid and they included, the eKasiLabs stakeholder’s engagement held on 13 May 2021 with MEC for Gauteng Department of Economic Development, Agriculture and Rural Development, Mr Parks Tau who was joined ...