SOUTH AFRICA’S DIGITAL REVOLUTION: VISION or MISSED OPPORTUNITY?
- bullionpr2
- Jun 17
- 1 min read
South Africa stands at a pivotal moment in its technological evolution, poised to redefine itself as Africa’s leading digital powerhouse. Over the past two years, political leaders and media narratives have painted a picture of rapid digital transformation, underscoring the government’s ambition to position South Africa at the forefront of innovation.
President Cyril Ramaphosa reinforced this vision during the 2025 State of the Nation Address (SONA) by announcing significant policy commitments aimed at accelerating economic growth through technology-driven initiatives. 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.
