Digital Transformation in South Africa: Perspectives from an Emerging Economy

This book examines the adoption of digital technologies in different sectors in South Africa. The authors investigate how digital innovation impacts development in various areas in the public and private sectors. Chapters in the book cover digital transformation in authorities and government bodies and how this transforms governance, this includes digital transformation for good governance in the public sector, tax authorities, local government, and traditional authorities. The second set of chapters emphasizes the digital transformation of business corporations, such as digital transformation lessons for small businesses, digital transformation of finance, and the banking sector. Other chapters delve into enterprise processes such as auditing, corporate reporting, good corporate reputation, enterprise risk management, and marketing environment. The book will appeal to an audience of scholars and professionals wanting to understand more about the role of digital transformation in emerging economies and how innovation influences economic growth.

Tankiso Moloi is an accomplished scholar. He is currently a Director Academic and a Full Professor at the Johannesburg Business School, University of Johannesburg (South Africa). He has authored numerous books on accounting, risk management, corporate governance, auditing, strategy, and artificial intelligence.