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What's Next with Aki Anastasiou

What's Next
Artificial Intelligence
South Africa
Standard Bank
Digital Transformation
AI Integration
AI Pcs
Cfos
Edge Computing
Data Analytics
Tracker
Samsung
Galaxy S25
Deloitte
Solar Energy
Stage Zero
Dell Technologies
Internet Of Things
Hijackings
Vehicle Crime Statistics
Machine Learning

What’s Next with Aki Anastasiou is South Africa’s most popular technology show. The who’s who of South Africa’s technology and business world are interviewed on the show.

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In this episode of What’s Next, Aki Anastasiou speaks to Hector Beyers, CEO and founder of Codehesion, following the company’s win at the prestigious MyBroadband Awards for Best Software Development Company. Hector shares what the recognition means f... more

In this episode of What’s Next, host Aki Anastasiou is joined by Mark Wayne, Head of Solutions at iOCO, and Greg McDonald, Sales Director at Hewlett Packard Enterprise, to unpack the “great VM reset” and what it means for organisations rethinking the... more

Healthbridge founder, chairman, and Chief Innovation Officer Gerrie van Zyl joins Business Talk to discuss how artificial intelligence is transforming healthcare and why South Africa is well positioned to innovate in the sector. Speaking from Atlanta... more

Hylton Kallner, CEO of Discovery Bank, joins the show to discuss the bank’s strong interim results and the strategy driving its rapid growth. With client numbers, deposits, and revenue all rising sharply, Kallner explains how Discovery Bank’s shared ... more

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Recent Guests

Andre Nepgen
CEO at Discovery Green
Discovery Green
Episode: Andre Nepgen on the future of renewable energy in South Africa
Justin Hume
Vice President of Samsung South Africa, Mobile Experience
Samsung South Africa
Episode: Justin Hume on Samsung Galaxy S26, Agentic AI, and on-device privacy
Aliyah Allie
Executive head at X Bigly Labs by Dis-Chem
Dis-Chem; X Bigly Labs
Episode: Aliyah Allie on the future of innovation-driven healthcare in South Africa
Craig Nowitz
CEO of Syntech Distribution
Syntech Distribution
Episode: Craig Nowitz and Ryan Martyn on tech price spikes in South Africa
Ryan Martyn
Co-founder and Sales Marketing Director at Syntech Distribution
Syntech Distribution
Episode: Craig Nowitz and Ryan Martyn on tech price spikes in South Africa
David McDonald
CEO of SolarAfrica
SolarAfrica
Episode: David McDonald on how solar, wheeling & energy trading are reshaping SA business power
Precious Nduli
Chief Commercial Officer at Discovery Insure
Discovery Insure
Episode: Precious Nduli on how tech and AI are transforming the future of insurance
Nicolaas Hanekom
Expert in smart air conditioning technology at Samsung
Samsung
Episode: What's Next – Nicolaas Hanekom on how smart air conditioning is reshaping modern home living
Hector Beyers
CEO and Founder of Codehesion
Codehesion
Episode: Hector Beyers on how quality software and AI will shape the future of business

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Aki Anastasiou
Host of What's Next

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#95
South Africa/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#211
Philippines/Technology

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Andre Nepgen on the future of renewable energy in South Africa
Q: What are the current and future trends in the South African energy market that organizations should watch?
Trends include rising competition and more traders/aggregators, increasing grid build-out needs, and evolving regulations; the market is moving toward trader-led wheeling as the norm.
Andre Nepgen on the future of renewable energy in South Africa
Q: How does Discovery Green simplify the process for a business wanting to switch to renewables?
Discovery Green uses a portfolio-based wheeling model with aggregators to manage risk, improve reliability, and replace a larger portion of consumption with renewables over time.
Andre Nepgen on the future of renewable energy in South Africa
Q: Why should organizations consider early adoption of renewable energy and long-term PPAs?
Early adopters lock in prices, hedge against future cost increases, and gain predictability which is especially valuable as grid constraints and project lead times tighten.
Andre Nepgen on the future of renewable energy in South Africa
Q: What are the economic and competitive risks for large energy users continuing to rely on traditional electricity supply?
The interview explains that traditional one-to-one projects expose buyers to variability in wind and sun, whereas aggregators allow consumption-driven billing and reduce price volatility, providing cost certainty and easier planning.
David McDonald on how solar, wheeling & energy trading are reshaping SA business power
Q: When does it actually make sense to look beyond on-site solar?
If you have space and can commit for a long term, traditional solar saves the most money; if not, you can look at energy wheeling or trading options.

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This show centers on technology-led business transformation in South Africa, featuring high-profile leaders and practitioners who discuss how digital innovation, AI, fintech, energy, and data-driven strategies reshape industries and customer experiences. Episodes often center on practical implementations—ranging from AI readiness and software delivery to digital banking, crypto education, and energy transitions—along with the societal and regulatory contexts that influence adoption. A standout pattern is the emphasis on leadership, strategic transformation, and real-world impact, with guests typically sharing lessons from scaling operations, navigating regulatory landscapes, and driving customer value through technology.

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2. Justin Hume
3. Aliyah Allie
4. Craig Nowitz
5. Ryan Martyn
6. David McDonald
7. Precious Nduli
8. Nicolaas Hanekom

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