South Africa’s Digital Economy Ambitions Face Key Test - African Business Innovation | Sustainable Development & Social Responsibility

South Africa’s Digital Economy Ambitions Face Key Test - African Business Innovation | Sustainable Development & Social Responsibility

South Africa’s digital economy ambitions face a critical test as the nation seeks to transform infrastructure and talent into global competitiveness. Despite advanced digital infrastructure, expanding broadband, and strong ICT investment, South Africa struggles with structural challenges including digital skills gaps, energy reliability, high youth unemployment, and weak R&D outputs. Experts highlight the urgent need for coordinated national str…