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 | DANETTE BREITENBACH Future thinker and Flux Trends partner, Bronwyn Williams explains techno-optimism, an optimistic view of the joint trajectory of humanity and technology... read |
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 | KARABO LEDWABA This exclusive #BizTrends2024 interview is with Ndeye Diagne, the managing director West, East and Central Africa at Kantar... read |
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 | DANETTE BREITENBACH The first of our exclusive #BizTrends2024 interviews is with Retroviral founder and chief creative officer, Mike Sharman... read |
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 | DANETTE BREITENBACH In this exclusive #BizTrends2023 interview CEO and co-founder of The Culture Foundry Company, Dali Tembo discusses the shifting African narrative... read |
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 | DANETTE BREITENBACH In our exclusive #BizTrends2024 interview with award-winning strategic forecaster Nicole Cooper, she talks on fashion and retail trends... read |
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 | DANETTE BREITENBACH Mike Saunders, CEO of Digitlab talks about how technology brings us closer to our humanity, and the tension between technology and humanity... read |
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 | BILLY TOM In 2024, it becomes imperative to cast our gaze forward and anticipate the potential developments the year may unfold...read |
|  | PRECIOUS NALA As the business landscape evolves, all businesses need to be prepared to adapt and refine their strategies to navigate unpredictable times...read |
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| Advertising trends |
 | CHERYLANN SAWYER Cherylann Sawyer, managing partner at Ogilvy Digital, examines the pivotal micro, macro, and mega-trends shaping advertising... Read |
 | JORDAN MAJOR In his first of #BizTrends2024 article, Jordan Major, Rapt Creative's strategy lead for culture & innovation says there will be a return to humour this year... Read |
 | HEATHER CASEY Succeeding in the highly competitive business sector today requires something distinctive from brands wanting to break through the clutter... Read |
 | GAIL SCHIMMEL The Advertising Regulatory Board (ARB) is a member of a global network of advertising self-
regulatory bodies from all around the world, in the form of two organisations called EASE and ICAS... Read |
 | JABULANI DHLAMINI, SIBUSISO BHEKA AND LUNATHI MNGXUMA Of Soul and Joy photo programme photographer and project manager, Jabulani Dhlamini]], and former OSJ students Sibusiso Bheka and Lunathi Mngxuma discuss five trends in South African photography... Read |
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| CRM, CX, UX trends |
 | JACQUES DU BRUYN Jacques Du Bruyn, Flume MD says increased use of gamification in digital marketing, can provide data and insights for an organisation... Read |
| Digital trends |
 | In his second #BizTrends2024 piece Rapt Creative’s strategy lead: culture & innovation, Jordan Major, says instead of trying to do everything, do the simple things exceptionally well… Read |
 | HANNO BOTHA As we pack away the Samsonites and dust off the laptop bags again to kick off 2024, the marketing landscape is poised to undergo a significant transformation driven amongst other trends by generative AI... Read |
 | MUSA KALENGA Musa Kalenga, group CEO, The Brave Group says don’t be scared, be excited as marketing, advertising, and technology intertwine… Read |
 | DEAN KRIEL RAPT Creative strategist, Dean Kriel looks for lightheartedness in 2024… Read |
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| Marketing trends |
 | ADAM BYARS Adam Byars, Joint CEO and Partner at Grid Worldwide says culture and authenticity will build brand meaning in 2024... Read |
 | NILESH HANSJEE It is time to dust off our crystal ball (and large language models) and look to the year ahead... Read |
 | VERONICA MOLEELE In the fast-paced landscape of marketing, one trend is poised to take centre stage in 2024 – inclusive marketing. As the world becomes more interconnected, diverse, and conscious, agencies are recognising the importance of reflecting these values in their strategies... Read |
 | CéSAR VACCHIANO Two huge trends in the US and the UK that will gain relevance in the rest of the world are sustainability and DE&I says César Vacchiano, president & CEO at Scopen... Read |
| PR & Communications trends |
 | CHERYL REDDY In an era of AI and machine learning taking centre stage, this yearning for human connection is cranking up a notch. Eclipse Communications CEO, Cheryl Reddy, weighs in... Read |
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| Education trends |
 | MARK ANDERSON Education in South Africa is undergoing significant transformation which is driven by several key trends... Read |
 | PAUL ESTERHUIZEN To address these worsening outcomes, we urgently need an overhaul of our education system... Read |
 | SHAUN FUCHS Some of the newest education trends emerging pay much closer attention to individual growth and wellness... Read |
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| Agriculture trends |
 | PAUL MAKUBE Paul Makube, senior agricultural economist at FNB takes a look at the highs and lows of South Africa agriculture and unpacks the challenges, triumps, and future outlook... Read |
| Automotive trends |
 | GREG MARUSZEWSKI The year 2024 is shaping up to be yet another pivotal period for the automotive industry, both globally and right here in South Africa... Read |
 | RIKUS BLOMERUS The coming months present an opportune time to purchase a used vehicle, here's why... Read |
| Construction & Engineering trends |
 | NOSIYABONGA MONGANE The foreseeable trends that will impact quantity surveying profession and construction in 2024... Read |
| Energy & Mining trends |
 | RUDI VAN BLERK AND TYCHO MöNCKS Mining and exploration of critical minerals in 2024 and beyond will depend on creative funding solutions... Read |
| Entrepreneurship trends |
 | CATHERINE WIJNBERG Locally, small pockets of businesses are embracing circularity as a new way of doing business... Read |
 | SAMANTHA COOM There is a profound transformation underway in the ever-evolving work landscape for small businesses and entrepreneurs... Read |
| ESG & Sustainability trends |
 | GISELA KRUGER Packaging is not merely essential for ensuring safe access to food and beverages, but can help minimise food waste, and preserve the quality of our natural resources... Read |
 | RUI LOPES AND MICHAEL JENKINS Currently, animal welfare in South Africa is legally protected by the Animal Protection Act, which prohibits animal cruelty on all domestic and wild animals in captivity... Read |
 | KATE STUBBS It’s no secret that South Africa struggles with water scarcity, and many believe that the country will face a major water crisis in the coming decade... Read |
| Finance trends |
 | KAGISO TLOUBATLA How delivery bikes and cattle are revolutionising investment in South Africa... Read |
 | PAMELA HELLIG Regulation is set to drive life insurers’ climate-risk management journeys in 2024... Read |
| Healthcare trends |
 | STEVE STAVS In our current health landscape, cognitive decline is rising, especially among younger individuals. Mental-health distress affects work performance, revealing a failing system. Enter Medicine 3.0... Read |
 | AVSHARN BACHOO In 2024, Alvin Toffler's "Future Shock" vision manifests as technology looks set to change daily... Read |
| HR & Recruitment trends |
 | HARRY WELBY-COOKE Here are some of the overriding trends we have witnessed over the last 12 months, and some ideas on how to best leverage the lessons for success in 2024... Read |
 | PABI MOGOSETSI Companies must stay ahead of emerging trends and insights to drive effective human resources (HR) development. We explore five key trends that South African companies need to be mindful of to thrive in this space... Read |
 | CHRIS BLAIR As the global workforce has gradually transitioned into a post-pandemic era, several emerging HR trends are shaping the future of work... Read |
 | LYNDY VAN DEN BARSELAAR The world of work is in a complex state as we enter 2024. The lockdown-driven work-from-home requirement has shifted to hybrid or a full-time return to the office – but that was just the start of an avalanche of change... Read |
 | BRIAN EAGAR Failure to respectfully hold others to account is still one of the main weaknesses in leadership today. I wrote an article about this topic in 2015 and, sadly, nothing has changed... Read |
| ICT trends |
 | KALANE RAMPAI AI, if harnessed responsibly, can provide local companies and the public sector with a transformative opportunity... Read |
 | HENDA SCOTT In a chat-based world, intelligent assistants provide the missing link between digital bots and their human users... Read |
| Legal trends |
 | ALISON MELLON AND THOMAS ERSKINE A new year always brings fresh opportunities and hope, but together with that optimism comes the uncertainty of imminent change. In the banking and finance sector, fortunately, these changes tend to unfold more carefully and cautiously than in other sectors... Read |
 | AALIA MANIE AND CLAIRE BESTBIER Several trends are exacerbating the already demanding role of the lawyer, characterised by the navigation of constant change, growing complexity, and more uncertainty... Read |
 | VIRUSHA SUBBAN Africa's role in global trade is trending. According to a recent report by Standard Chartered - Future of Trade: Africa, Africa's total exports will reach almost $1tn by 2035... Read |
 | CHLOë LOUBSER The workplace is a dynamic environment. Employers are constantly adapting to keep up to date with changes to employment laws and developing workplace trends... Read |
 | DINA BIAGIO A plethora of micro, macro, and mega IP law trends have emerged over the past few years, which affect not only how we practice on a day-to-day basis but are also likely to transform the broader industry in South Africa and abroad... Read |
| Logistics & Transport trends |
 | VANESSA SCHONBORN Vanessa Schonborn, Vodacom Business's executive head for transport and logistics, reveals the five trends shaping the industry, from technology and safety to e-commerce, sustainability, and collaboration... Read |
 | MJ SCHOEMAKER In a rapidly changing landscape, MJ Schoemaker, president of Sapics - the professional body for supply chain management - unveils the crucial supply chain trends for 2024... Read |
| Property trends |
 | JOHN JACK 2024 trends: Western Cape demand, lowered interest rates, auction popularity, and retail businesses that deal primarily in cash transactions hold a dominant position... Read |
 | YAEL GEFFEN Urban development, responding to societal, economic, and technological shifts, sees transformative trends like smart cities, green design, mixed-use developments, adaptive reuse, and resilient planning reshaping urban landscapes... Read |
 | AMELIA BEATTIE In SA's evolving real-estate landscape, success lies in creating extraordinary, sustainable, and community-centric spaces. The REAL approach emphasises retailtainment, customer experience, strategic partnerships, and sustainability for lasting impact... Read |
 | PAUL STEVENS The South African property market in 2024 faces economic recovery, election uncertainty, and evolving buyer trends. Despite the cautious economic outlook, optimism exists... Read |
 | GRANT SMEE While 2023 was stable for property with slow growth; mid-2024 interest rate cuts promise momentum with remote-work opportunities and a surge in distressed sales driving purchases... Read |
| Retail trends |
 | SURAYA HAMDULAY South Africa's consumer brands and retail sector, which is shaped by a tapestry of diverse cultural influences and discerning consumer tastes, is gearing up for an exciting journey in 2024... Read |
 | CARLA GONTIER Fundamental to what’s important to every marketer around the globe now is that everyone is stretched and people are cutting back... Read |
 | MATTHEW VAN DER VALK Matthew van der Valk, ECD at VML SA gives four trends that will impact consumer psychology and spending habits... Read |
 | ANDREA ELLENS Andrea Ellens takes a look at one of the major new trends driving shopper behaviour, globally and in South Africa... Read |
| Tourism trends |
 | MARTIN WIEST Martin Wiest, CEO of Tourvest Destination Management, provides insights into the future of travel, offering a glimpse into the trends that will shape our journeys and connections in the years to come... Read |
 | NATALIA ROSA Natalia Rosa, founder and CEO of Big Ambitions, shares actionable AI insights for the tourism industry... Read |
 | SABINE LEHMANN Sabine Lehmann, founder and CEO of Curiositas, reveals the five megatrends shaping the tourism and travel landscape in 2024. She shares a roadmap for businesses to stay ahead... Read |
| Lifestyle trends |
 | RENATE SINGH In 2024, the combination of sustainability, nutrition, taste, convenience, and localisation is poised to shape a new culinary landscape for the future of food... Read |
 | MáRCIA EUGéNIO There is a growing awareness of the importance of integrating wellness into daily life. Wellness is a crucial aspect of overall health, including physical, mental, and emotional well-being... Read |
