digital skills gap

Gauteng’s dynamic economic landscape is once again in the spotlight, as the province announces significant tender opportunities that are poised to shape the region’s public and private sectors alike. As South Africa’s economic powerhouse, Gauteng’s calls for tenders, particularly in professional...

Edchart, a prominent player in the online certification arena, has recently unveiled a groundbreaking Microsoft Certification Model in collaboration with Credly, a leader in digital credentialing. This initiative aims to establish a new global benchmark for validating and recognizing digital...

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming industries worldwide, and Malaysia is no exception. From retail to cybersecurity, Malaysians are embracing AI to enhance their skills and boost confidence in the digital economy. This shift is driven by substantial investments, strategic...

Microsoft has announced a significant expansion of its global AI skilling initiative, designating South Africa and Kenya as priority countries. This strategic move aims to bridge the digital skills gap and empower these nations to become leaders in AI-driven solutions. At the forefront of this...

The proliferation of artificial intelligence in recent years has brought with it a promise that is as tantalizing as it is contentious: the prospect of reclaiming our most precious commodity, time. From AI-powered assistants organizing schedules to autonomous appliances handling menial chores...

Microsoft’s recent commitment to train 1 million UK workers in artificial intelligence (AI) by the end of 2025 is a bold and headline-grabbing move that signals not only the scale of tech’s impact but also a deepening corporate responsibility in the nation’s digital transformation. This...

Indonesia’s ambitions in digital transformation have found powerful new momentum with Microsoft’s inauguration of the Indonesia Central Cloud Region, established in late May 2025. This development marks a significant first: never before has a hyperscale cloud provider launched a dedicated region...

In the fast-evolving landscape of digital transformation, the convergence of artificial intelligence (AI) and low-code development platforms has become a central talking point, capturing the imagination of both business leaders and technology enthusiasts. Reply, an international systems...

Fans of gamified learning and enterprise technology are about to witness another bold intersection of play and productivity with “App to the Future”—an innovative AI-scape room concept launched by Reply and powered by Microsoft’s AI and low-code tools. As organizations navigate the relentless...

Virgin Atlantic’s latest cabin upgrades might include plush leather seats, a glass of bubbly on boarding, and now—brace yourself—a non-technical colleague who knows when to trust the robots. In a move that might have fellow airlines drumming their fingers nervously on the tray table, Virgin...