Research & Development

Our research and development team is always working on new ways to improve our data and services offerings.

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Leveraging the openpricengine API

This article explores the use of price data in predicting pressures in the supply chain and how African countries can leverage the openpricengine API for greater insights on food shortages

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By Sbusiso Mnisi

Analyst

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Aug. 29, 2024, 3:28 p.m.

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Escalating Fuel and Oil Prices in South Africa: Economic Impact and Future Outlook

The rise in Fuel and Oil Prices

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By Lydia Raphela

M.Com Economics

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Aug. 28, 2024, 1:29 p.m.

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Rising Coffee Prices: The impact of Harvesting Challenges on Local and Global Supply

In this article, we delve into the recent surge in coffee prices and the factors driving this upward trend.

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By Lydia Raphela

M.Com Economics

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Aug. 28, 2024, 12:12 p.m.

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Using DynamoDB with Python: Ingesting Data from the Open Price Engine API

DynamoDB is a powerful NoSQL database provided by AWS, well-suited for handling large-scale data with low latency.

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By Tony Mudau

Developer

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Aug. 26, 2024, 2:48 p.m.

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Exploring Pricing Models: Strategies and Applications

Pricing models are integral to business strategy, directly influencing revenue and market positioning.

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By Tony Mudau

Developer

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Aug. 22, 2024, 3:05 p.m.

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JSON vs. YAML

When it comes to data serialization formats, JSON and YAML are two of the most popular players in the game. Whether you're a developer, a data scientist, or just a tech enthusiast, you’ve probably encountered both

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By Suhail Bashir

Web Scraper

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Aug. 21, 2024, 12:18 p.m.

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A Technical Guide to Interest Rate Setting and Its Application in South Africa: Taylor Rule

This article delves into the formula and mechanics of the Taylor Rule and explores its practical application within the context of South Africa’s monetary policy.

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By Lydia Raphela

M.Com Economics

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Aug. 21, 2024, 12:05 p.m.

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The Impact of AI on Intelligent Retail Software

In the rapidly evolving landscape of retail, artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a transformative force, revolutionizing how businesses engage.

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By Tinashe Machiwenyika

Business Analyst

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Aug. 19, 2024, 3:24 p.m.

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Building plugins for Ecommerce platforms

Most major eCommerce platforms support third-party integrations, allowing you to extend their functionality with plugins, apps, and custom solutions.

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By Tony Mudau

Developer

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Aug. 19, 2024, 2:08 p.m.

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Exploring the Landscape of E-commerce Software: A Guide to Different Solutions

In the rapidly evolving world of online retail, choosing the right e-commerce software is a crucial decision for any business.

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By Tinashe Machiwenyika

Business Analyst

Date

Aug. 19, 2024, 9:23 a.m.

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APIs in Statistics

In the realm of data analysis and statistics, the integration of Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) has become a transformative force, revolutionizing how professionals access, process, and utilize data.

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By Tony Mudau

Developer

Date

Aug. 17, 2024, 7:42 p.m.

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Potato Prices in South Africa - 2023-2024 Charts

Potatoes hold a central role in South African meals due to their affordability and nutritional value.

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By Lydia Raphela

M.Com Economics

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Aug. 17, 2024, 7:20 p.m.

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Inflation in Africa vs. Inflation in Europe: A Comparative Analysis

Inflation is a critical economic indicator that reflects the rate at which the general level of prices for goods and services rises, eroding purchasing power

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By Tinashe Machiwenyika

Business Analyst

Date

Aug. 15, 2024, 1:58 p.m.

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Join Our Team: Help Us Revolutionize the retail industry with Machine Learning

Starting from March we will be hiring data annotators to contribute to our machine learning projects. Read to find out more about the role and related tasks.

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By Tinashe Machiwenyika

Business Analyst

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Aug. 12, 2024, 11:17 p.m.