Amazon is making its largest Dutch investment since 2020 with a €1.4 billion commitment. The move strengthens both retail and AWS operations while supporting small business growth across Europe.
South African companies spent R150-billion on enterprise development over five years with minimal economic impact. The system prioritizes compliance over building sustainable businesses, requiring urgent reform to drive real SME growth.
Analysts project the generative AI coding assistant market will expand at a 25.4% CAGR through 2032, reaching nearly $140 million. Key drivers include real-time code suggestions and cloud integration, with North America leading adoption and Asia-Pacific emerging as the fastest-growing region.
The generative AI coding assistant market, valued at approximately $18.34 million in 2023, is projected to grow to around $139.55 million by 2032, according to recent industry analysis. Sources indicate this represents a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 25.4% during the forecast period from 2024 to 2032. The growth is reportedly fueled by technological innovations that streamline software development, reduce errors, and accelerate project timelines.
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Canada’s manufacturing sector demonstrates cautious stability with over 80% of employers planning to maintain or expand staffing levels. However, persistent skilled labour shortages and supply chain disruptions continue challenging the industry’s long-term planning capabilities.
Canada’s manufacturing sector is demonstrating cautious stability in workforce planning despite ongoing economic challenges, according to reports from a recent national survey. The Workforce Pulse report released by EMC in partnership with Future Skills Centre reveals that more than 80% of manufacturing employers across Canada expect to maintain or expand their staffing levels over the next quarter.
African SMEs are leveraging the China International Import Expo to access the world’s largest consumer market. With China-Africa trade reaching $295.6 billion and new zero-tariff policies, entrepreneurs are securing multimillion-rand contracts through strategic platforms and banking partnerships.
African entrepreneurs are positioned to transform China trade potential into substantial growth reality as shifting global supply chains create unprecedented opportunities. With China maintaining its status as Africa’s largest trading partner and bilateral trade reaching an estimated $295.6 billion in 2024, platforms like the China International Import Expo (CIIE) provide crucial gateways to the world’s largest consumer base. The recent announcement of zero-tariff access for most African countries further accelerates market diversification prospects for African small and medium-sized enterprises seeking sustainable expansion.
