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Johannesburg is at a crossroads - and its future could shape South Africa's economic outlook. Michael Avery was joined by Roy Havemann, who heads the Impumelelo Economic Growth Lab at the Bureau for Economic Research at Stellenbosch University, and Nomvuyo Guma, author of the Lab's latest urban-risk briefing on Johannesburg, to unpack the city's growing challenges. The conversation explored the impact of deteriorating infrastructure, financial pressure and political instability, why Johannesburg remains too important to fail, and what it will take to restore confidence and drive long-term growth. Click here to listen to the full podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/45cucyN Spotify: https://bit.ly/4w0g9s2 YouTube Podcasts: https://bit.ly/4wGTYXH Bureau for Economic Research (BER) #CityOfJohannesburg #UrbanRisk #Infrastructure 

Hear from our 2026 Analyst Graduates as they share how the Monocle Analyst Graduate Programme has challenged them, developed their skills and equipped them to make a meaningful impact from the very beginning of their careers. Through world-class training, hands-on experience, executive support and exposure to the financial services industry, the programme provides ambitious graduates with the foundations they need to grow into exceptional consultants. Ready to begin your own journey? Applications for the 2027 Monocle Analyst Graduate Programme are now open: https://bit.ly/3LMf0yP S’phesihle Khumalo Daanyaal Ballim Thabiso Rakometsi Kabelo Rakgope Husnaa Osman Lebogang Chilwane Koka Leeuw Sally Machochi Buhle Mweli Taruna Naidoo #Monocle #GraduateProgramme #ConsultingCareers #GraduateOpportunities #FutureLeaders #FinancialServices

As AI becomes more deeply embedded in data management, financial institutions must look beyond what the technology can produce and consider who remains accountable for the result.   Who validates the output? How is its quality monitored over time? And would you be comfortable defending it to a regulator?   AI-generated technical data lineage can accelerate delivery, but only when supported by clear ownership, defined controls, robust validation and ongoing oversight. Without these foundations, automation may simply introduce new risks at greater speed.   #TechnicalDataLineage #DataGovernance #ArtificialIntelligence #AIGovernance #BCBS239 #RegulatoryCompliance #FinancialServices

To examine one of South Africa's most contentious economic policy debates - the effectiveness of Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) - Michael Avery is joined by Dr. Daan Steenkamp, CEO of Codera Analytics, and Donald MacKay, Director at XA Global Trade Advisors. Drawing on new research into the costs and outcomes of B-BBEE compliance, the discussion explores whether the policy is achieving its intended objectives of transformation or creating unintended consequences for investment, employment and economic growth. They unpack the distinction between transformation as a national imperative and B-BBEE as a policy tool, while considering what the data reveals about South Africa's current approach and the need for evidence-based policy reform. Click here to listen to the full podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4fr9DVl Spotify: https://bit.ly/4p7PlmY YouTube Podcasts: https://bit.ly/44Tawjr #Transformation #Podcast #MBP #BEE #Development

This week, we are excited to welcome a talented group of students to the Monocle Internship Programme. Over the course of the week, they will be immersed in a programme designed to challenge, stretch and inspire them. From practical training and team-based challenges to leadership presentations, career advice and networking opportunities with our senior consultants, the programme is designed to give them a meaningful glimpse into the world of consulting. After a week of learning, collaboration and growth, our interns will leave with new skills, greater confidence and a clearer sense of what it takes to build a successful career. We look forward to seeing what they achieve this week. Alessia Losciale Armando Abelho Cara Burger Lindokuhle Nsibande Tsheko Nkabiti Zamokuhle Zilimbola Tshegofatso Maake Alex Hale #Monocle #InternshipProgramme #FutureTalent #ConsultingCareers #GraduateOpportunities

The sky is not the limit. It is only the beginning with the Monocle Analyst Graduate Programme. Designed for ambitious Honours and Master’s students, the programme is for those ready to turn academic excellence into real-world impact. We are looking for final-year students studying in fields such as finance, mathematics, statistics, data science and engineering who have a passion for financial services and consulting. At Monocle, our Analyst Graduate Programme is built to bridge the gap between university and the working world, giving you the training, mentorship, practical experience and industry exposure needed to grow into a world-class consultant. Apply now and take the first step in your consulting career with Monocle: https://bit.ly/3LMf0yP #Monocle #GraduateProgramme #ConsultingCareers #FinancialServices #DataScience #Engineering #GraduateOpportunities

To explore the journey of building one of South Africa's leading university-focused investment platforms Michael Avery was joined by Wayne Stocks, Managing Partner at Stocks & Strauss. Their conversation unpacked the challenges and opportunities of commercialising academic research, the structural barriers facing South Africa's venture capital ecosystem, and what it takes to turn breakthrough innovation into globally scalable businesses. Click here to listen to the full podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4ff8Si3 Spotify: https://bit.ly/4wfSZh0 YouTube Podcasts: https://bit.ly/4gdXAeY

Our recent industry-wide survey revealed a significant gap between current AI adoption and future AI ambition in technical data lineage at banks. Only 9% of respondents currently use AI to support their technical data lineage capabilities. However, 50% plan to adopt it in the near future. The potential is clear. So, what is preventing banks from moving from ambition to implementation? #TechnicalDataLineage #ArtificialIntelligence #Banking #DataGovernance #BCBS239

Monocle is continuing to hire across multiple consulting and tech roles - read the below to find out more:

What does it take for banks to turn technical data lineage into a sustainable, enterprise-wide capability? Rheta du Preez, Managing Partner at Monocle, sat down with Abhilash Mohan, IT Director – Head of Data Engineering and Head of Data at ABN AMRO Bank N.V., to explore the complexities and opportunities shaping the technical data lineage landscape. From the evolving state of BCBS 239 in Europe and growing regulatory expectations to the challenges posed by legacy systems and fragmented data, they discuss why many banks continue to struggle with their technical data lineage journeys, and the practical steps that can help move these initiatives forward. They also examine how technology and AI are transforming technical data lineage, and why getting it right is not a once-off project, but an always-on capability that supports resilience, compliance and competitive advantage. Listen to the full podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4dYRU4D Spotify: https://bit.ly/4b15jbW YouTube Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3W2NBxw