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Stor-Age group head of IT, Schalk Lesch, shares how he went from finance to IT and how he is leveraging technology in the booming self-storage industry.

CIO South Africa’s trusted principal partner, iOCO, has appointed Nompumelelo Mokou as an independent non-executive director to the board of directors.

In April 2024, Ebrahim Rahman joined Epson Middle East, Turkey, Africa, and Central West Asia (Epson META-CWA) as the company’s new head of IT. A year into his role, CIO South Africa caught up with him to explore his insights on leadership, innovation, culture, and AI.

Nazia succeeds Kholiwe Makhohliso who recently stepped down as managing director for SAP Southern Africa.

In the ever-evolving world of information and communications technology (ICT) where her team has to walk the tight sustainability rope in a mega operation managing forests at the South African Forestry Company, ICT operations manager Alma Solomon is leading with kindness.

A self-described ‘techie’ and ‘curious learner’, Obey, Redefine Properties’ head of information systems, constantly pursues growth. The MBA candidate’s background in commerce and his drive to innovate make him the kind of leader all businesses need: a strategic, big-picture thinker. He shares why he deploys new technology gradually – and that IT doesn’t bite.

iSSC Group CEO Emil Henrico isn’t your typical executive – he’s also a helicopter pilot, effortlessly transitioning from navigating the skies to leading in the boardroom.

This week, Steven Bartlett dominates CIOs’ favourite podcasts with insights on all things cybersecurity being a close second, but read more about what other podcasts serve as great inspiration for South Africa’s top IT leaders.

Kevin Wilson, GM for group IT services at Stefanutti Stocks, shares insights on the transformative impact of AI and highlights the emerging technologies that could drive greater innovation and efficiency in the built environment.

The CFO-turned-CTO reflects on his unconventional journey into IT and how an unexpected left turn became the right move.

Ha will lead the company’s next-generation cloud, security, and AI initiatives while overseeing global IT operations.

How City Lodge Hotels is using smart ovens to enhance operational efficiency and guest experiences.

As group chief innovation officer, Cliff will drive Accelera Digital Group's (ADG’s) global innovation agenda, fostering emerging technologies, AI adoption, and next-generation digital solutions that enhance business performance and customer experience in South Africa.

To understand how industries are leveraging emerging technologies to improve operations and drive revenue, CIO South Africa spoke to Celenkosini Lukhele, senior manager: digital data transformation, group exploration at De Beers Consolidated Mines, who revealed that AI, machine-learning and drones are just some of the key technologies improving operations in the country’s mining industry.

Ever wondered what the future of insurance looks like? Just ask Sibusiso Mbingo, CIO of glu Mutual. After nearly two years in the role, he takes CIO South Africa on an insightful journey into what it takes to build a future-fit, customer-focused insurer.

Celeste succeeds James Barty, who has held the role since last year and will continue to support her in an advisory capacity.

Guided by the African proverb, “I am because we are,” Mukuru’s head of engineering, Carmelo Naciti, builds success through conversations, community focus and simplicity.

Empact’s IT technical team lead Danie du Preez shares his journey from working in nature to leading technical solutions, and how he balances innovation with practical business needs.

Tshifhiwa shares key insights on what aspiring executives should consider before making the leap and how to set themselves up for success.

Pieter explores the dynamic world of aviation, where IT transcends its traditional role as a 'cost centre' to become a powerful revenue driver.