Supply Network Africa Publication

Where Training Ends and Insight Begins: Academic Thinking in Action Quick fixes are failing. Businesses invest in short courses and certificates, expecting transformation, yet return to the same problems months later. Pamela Nomzaza, Academic at Regent Business School, argues this cycle reveals a fundamental misunderstanding about what prepares leaders for complexity. In this piece, she makes the case that training teaches “how” whilst academic education asks “why and what next”; and explains why that distinction matters for organisations facing relentless disruption. Read More: https://lnkd.in/dSh3ZKX7 Regent Business School Pamela Zama Nomzaza #RegentBusinessSchool #Training #Academic #SupplyNetworkAfrica #SNA

Navigating POPIA in a digitally borderless world In South Africa, the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) is reshaping how organisations handle personal data, both locally and across borders. For businesses operating internationally, the challenge is not only to comply with POPIA, but also to reconcile it with global standards such as the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), while keeping sensitive information secure against growing cyber threats. Achieving this balance requires careful interpretation and structured processes. Expert guidance is also invaluable in helping organisations interpret legislation accurately, apply its requirements appropriately to their operations, and avoid the legal, operational, and reputational risks that could potentially arise. Read More: https://lnkd.in/dkMrueyT Galix Ryan Boyes #Galix #ProtectionofPersonalInformationAct #POPIA #GeneralDataProtectionRegulation #GDPR #SupplyNetworkAfrica #SNA

33 000 Young South Africans Equipped with Future-Ready Tech Skills In the second quarter of 2025, youth unemployment in South Africa rose by 39 000, bringing the total to 4.9 million. This means nearly half of young South Africans who want to work cannot find jobs. Against this backdrop, and with the digital skills gap widening, initiatives that equip young people with tools to build careers in the tech industry are both vital and inspiring. This year, more than 33 000 young people graduated as full-stack developers from the FNB App Academy, a fully funded, world-class nine-week coding programme. Read More: https://lnkd.in/dDMpfdeU FNB South Africa Janis Robson #FNBAppAcademy #FNBSouthAfrica #FutureReady #DigitalSkills #SupplyNetworkAfrica #SNA

🚨 Exciting Announcement! 🚨 We’re thrilled to share that the 3rd Annual Chain Connect Conference, hosted by Supply Network Africa Publication will be taking place on 20 August 2026! 📢 Delegate registrations and stand bookings are officially OPEN – but hurry, as seats and stand space are limited! Don’t miss the chance to connect with industry leaders, explore new opportunities, and showcase your brand at one of the most anticipated supply chain events of the year. Secure your spot today and be part of the future of supply chain innovation. 📅 Save the Date: 20 August 2026 📍 Chain Connect Conference 🌐 https://lnkd.in/dRb4BgpC Chain Connect Conference Supply Network Africa Publication #ChainConnectConference2026 #SupplyChain #Networking #Innovation #Conference #Warehousing #CCC2026 #SupplyNetworkAfrica #SNA

Did You Know? Demand For Same-Day Delivery Is Rising "Same-Day Delivery is a growing demand in the e-commerce industry as customers become more accustomed to having their orders arrive quickly. Retailers are responding by offering same day delivery options." Supply Network Africa Publication #DidYouKnow #WednesdayKnowlegde #MidWeekPost #SupplyNetworkAfrica #SNA

Qlik Predict Brings No-Code Predictive Intelligence to the Front Lines of Business Qlik®, a global leader in data integration, data quality, analytics, and artificial intelligence (AI), has announced the rapid adoption of Qlik Predict, as enterprises turn to real-time, explainable forecasting to drive smarter, faster decisions at scale. Built for enterprise-grade reliability and governance, Qlik Predict transforms how organisations leverage machine learning, putting no-code predictive models directly in the hands of business users across functions. Read More: https://lnkd.in/dZn8i3rG Qlik Brendan Grady #Qlik #PredictiveIntelligence #DataIntergration #DataQuality #Analytics #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #SupplyNetworkAfrica #SNA

Prioritising Trucker Health: Engen offers Free Driver Health Checks this Transport Month As Transport Month progresses this October, Engen is once again rolling out free voluntary health screenings for truck drivers across South Africa, reaffirming its commitment to the health, safety, and well-being of the country’s transport heroes. The annual Engen Driver Wellness campaign will kick off on 20 October, offering free health screenings at 29 Engen Truck Stops and selected Engen 1-Stops nationwide, matching last year’s extensive national reach. Read More: https://lnkd.in/dfhh22YB Engen Adnaan Emeran Trucking Wellness #Engen #TruckingWellness #TransportMonth #Safety #Health #SupplyNetworkAfrica #SNA

Vertiv and PNY Technologies partner to accelerate AI infrastructure deployments across Europe, Middle East, and Africa New distribution partnership empowers System Integrators to deliver validated, high-density AI solutions more efficiently Vertiv (NYSE: VRT), a global leader in critical digital infrastructure and a Solution Advisor in the NVIDIA Partner Network, today announced a distribution agreement with PNY Technologies, a leading provider of NVIDIA-based solutions in Europe, Middle East and Africa. Vertiv and PNY will work together to provide comprehensive power and cooling infrastructure solutions based on Vertiv’s validated reference designs for the latest AI platforms, supporting System Integrators and resellers in accelerating AI adoption across the EMEA region. Read More: https://lnkd.in/d9vpwGkK Vertiv Alex Brew PNY Technologies Jerome Belan #Vertiv #PNYTechnologies #DigitalInfrastructure #Solutions #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #SupplyNetworkAfrica #SNA

🚛 The Sept/Oct issue of Supply Network Africa Publication is here! This exciting edition features Solutions-4u (Automated Storage and Material Handling Experts) on the front cover. Showcasing their innovative approach and impact within the logistics and supply chain sector. Packed with insights, trends, and expert perspectives shaping the logistics, transport, and supply chain industries across Africa, this issue dives into innovation, sustainability, and the people driving progress in African supply networks. 📖 Read the full digital issue now and stay ahead of the curve: https://lnkd.in/dnV-rfR9 Solutions-4u (Automated Storage and Material Handling Experts) Supply Network Africa Publication #SupplyNetworkAfrica #Solutions4U #Logistics #SupplyChain #Transport #AfricaIndustry #SNAMagazine #Innovation #Sustainability #SNA

Digital Solutions for South Africa’s Passenger Transport Crisis: Lessons from Global Innovation As South Africa marks Transport Month this October, the country stands at a defining moment in its transportation story. The chaos playing out on our roads, rails, and ranks is not simply about vehicles; it’s about livelihoods, urban survival, and dignity in movement. Read More: https://lnkd.in/dVJ3dN3f Africa Digital Success Lungi Sangqu #AfricaDigitalSuccess #Solutions #Transport #Innovation #SupplyNetworkAfrica #SNA