South Africa’s education sector faces funding challenges, embracing technology, and expanding access to ensure equitable, sustainable growth.

South Africa’s growth hinges on bold budget choices in 2026. Despite optimism in mid‑2025 that the economy could achieve 1.8% growth, deep‑rooted challenges such as unemployment, deindustrialisation, fragile trade relations, and poor service delivery continue to hold the country back. As Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana prepares to deliver the National Budget in a municipal election year, attention will focus on whether government can seize low‑hanging fruits to unlock oppor

South Africa's economy has endured a turbulent journey since the onset of COVID-19, grappling with disrupted supply chains, rising unemployment, and widening inequality. The pandemic exposed structural vulnerabilities and compounded long‑standing challenges, from energy insecurity to limited access to digital infrastructure. Yet, amid these struggles, significant progress has been made. Bold reforms, targeted investment have begun to restore confidence.

South Africa's education system continues to face significant challenges that demand urgent and innovative responses. Unequal access to technology skills across urban, peri‑urban, and rural schools has widened the digital divide. How do we address this?

MANCOSA, one of South Africa's most respected private tertiary education providers, proudly celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2025. Founded in 1995 as a post‑apartheid empowerment initiative, MANCOSA has grown from a pioneering vision into a household name, transforming lives and society through accessible, affordable, and accredited education.

As South Africa's retail landscape braces for another Black Friday surge, new insights reveal that this annual shopping phenomenon is more than just a consumer frenzy; it's a significant contributor to national economic activity. From township spazas to major retail chains, Black Friday has evolved into a powerful economic engine, driving billions in consumer spend and injecting measurable value into the country's GDP.

As the world celebrates World Teachers' Day on October 5th, it's time to shift the spotlight from appreciation to action. In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, teachers face unprecedented challenges and opportunities in preparing students for a future shaped by technology. To meet this moment, we must invest in the people at the heart of education, the teachers.

Dr Aradhana Mansingh, School Manager at the MANCOSA School of Business Excellence,  points out that South Africa's tech skills brain drain is very concerning when one considers South Africa's ambitions to become one of the biggest digital economies in Africa.

As South Africa celebrates Women's Month (observed throughout August), a significant spotlight needs to be placed on one of the country's most powerful yet often understated economic engines: female entrepreneurship. Celebrating and supporting women-led enterprise is not simply a social imperative, it is a strategic one.

As South Africa grapples with deepening social and economic challenges, mental health must remain a priority.

South Africa stands at a pivotal moment in its technological evolution, poised to redefine itself as Africa’s leading digital powerhouse. However, the MANCOSA School of Information and Digital Technology (SIDT) highlights that critical structural and regulatory challenges must be addressed to translate this ambition into tangible results.

South African tertiary education providers are taking heavy fire as students use generative artificial intelligence (AI) platforms to allegedly cheat their way through their degrees. MANCOSA points out that, while technology is becoming a significant issue within key institutions, academic leaders need to know their enemy and encourage students to use technology responsibly.