To shed light on the power of inclusive technology, Michael Avery sat down with Tumi Nomlomo, Senior Manager of Customer Advisory at SAS. They discussed SAS's responsible AI framework, which promotes inclusivity, model transparency, and stakeholder engagement. Tumi also shared insights into the infrastructure and cloud capabilities required for banks to deploy AI effectively, emphasising that true innovation requires not just technology, but a cultural and organisational shift towards modernised, client-focused solutions.

Can South Africa play a pivotal role in delivering affordable sustainable energy to developing nations?

Michael Avery dives into this topic with Paul Mann, CEO of ASP Isotopes, on the latest episode of the Monocle Banking Podcast. Revolutionising the isotope industry, Paul shares his insights on how South Africa is emerging as a potential global hub for isotopes and small modular reactors, highlighting the country’s exceptional engineering talent, especially in nuclear technology.

After a year of operations in South Africa, Michael Avery was re-joined by Sabihah Mohamed, CEO of The Corporation for Deposit Insurance (CODI), for an insider's perspective on the nation's deposit protection framework. They delved into the organisation's first year, exploring the challenges and successes in raising awareness, and the proactive steps being taken to safeguard depositors' funds and maintain a stable banking environment.