South Africa may be leading Africa in AI adoption, but millions of people still lack access to computers and the basic digital skills needed to benefit from the technology, argues Barbara Cawcutt.

Fragmented markets, talent shortages and imported technology are slowing Africa's AI competitiveness, says a BCG report.

South Africa has just been ranked first in Africa and eighth out of 25 globally for AI readiness. But what does this mean for organisational readiness?