digital transformation

Zoho, a global technology company, announced a strategic partnership in Kenya with KNCCI to accelerate SME growth, advance digital transformation, and support entrepreneurs. The partnership was unveiled during Zoholics Kenya 2026, Zoho's annual user conference.

APRA has re-elected Nigeria’s Ibietan and two other leaders to lead the association, renewing their mandate and approving governance reforms to strengthen the organization’s continental reach and support Africa’s digital transformation agenda.

Coronation Merchant Bank has appointed Obeahon Ohiwerei as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer. The appointment follows the bank's successful recapitalisation, strengthened governance, continued digital transformation, and focus on delivering long-term value for clients and shareholders.

TDB submitted a progress report to Kerala HC regarding digital transformation. The report focuses on advancements in the state's digital initiatives.

Digital transformation in health program delivery is being evaluated for its ability to help people make faster, better decisions in high-risk areas, particularly in malaria control programs across Africa. The focus is on whether digital tools can effectively save lives, not just on the tools themselves.

The U.S. needs to fill 3.8 million manufacturing jobs over the next decade, with half at risk of remaining unfilled due to a perception gap. A CEO highlights that modern manufacturing now offers clean, safe, high-paying careers with advanced technology, contrasting outdated stereotypes.

South Korea’s Financial Services Commission has integrated token securities infrastructure into a broader capital-market modernization plan. The overhaul includes initiatives for faster settlement, extended trading hours, and digital transformation.

Consulting firms continue to hire entry-level workers with salaries between $84,000 and $112,000 despite AI-driven industry changes. Firms are prioritizing specialists and candidates from non-traditional backgrounds, though entry-level salaries remain flat.

NITDA has partnered with DAWN Commission to enhance digital literacy in the Southwest region. The collaboration aims to develop a cohesive roadmap for regional digital transformation.

Quantum Global Data Centre (QGDC), a venture of Gul Ahmed Energy Group, plans to build Pakistan’s largest Tier III data centre with an initial $230m investment, expected to open in 2027. The project, partnered with Huawei Pakistan, aims to boost digital infrastructure and AI capacity, addressing rising demand for computing power in businesses, hospitals, and education.

The article highlights rising unemployment among new computer science graduates (6.1%) and critiques the tech industry's reliance on AI for entry-level roles, arguing that human-led systems integration is undervalued. It emphasizes the need to address 'stagnant workflows' in sectors like supply chains and logistics using deterministic automation, rather than probabilistic AI agents.

Qatar Investment Authority and Spain's COFIDES have launched a €300 million joint fund to support Spanish companies in green transition and digital transformation. The fund will be managed by Madrid-based Portobello Capital, which oversees €4.5 billion in assets. This investment demonstrates Gulf funds' continued activity despite revenue pressures from geopolitical factors.