Network security hardware stabilises in 3Q 2024

According to a recently published report from Dell’Oro Group, the trusted source for market information about the telecommunications, security, networks, and data centre industries, the global network security market eclipsed $6-billion in 3Q 2024, growing 8%...

Emerging trends we can expect to see in 2025

Rapid technological innovation, shifting societal priorities, and a heightened focus on sustainability from businesses across all sectors are shaping the global landscape as we rapidly approach 2025. Some key trends that have become apparent include the rise of AI,...

Sanral awards R53bn of tenders in 2024

The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (Sanral) has awarded R53 billion worth of tenders across the country since the start of the current financial year on 1 April 2024. The tenders are spread as follows:   Region Number of tenders   Value...

Uncertainty, AI set to impact energy markets

As the calendar turns to 2025, there is more uncertainty in energy markets heading into a new year than any year since the pandemic, according to S&P Global Commodity Insights’ 2025 energy outlook. Conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza remain unresolved and have the...

Surging investment, waves of change for African energy

I’ve said for years that African energy is a vital investment, writes NJ Ayuk, executive chairman of the African Energy Chamber. Backers clearly agree — to the tune of U$47-billion. That’s how much capital expenditure (capex) 2024 saw in African oil and gas, showing a...
Software-defined, AI powered vehicles coming soon

Software-defined, AI powered vehicles coming soon

The automotive industry is grappling with an erratic transition away from current products and business models. An IBM Institute for Business Value study, “Automotive 2035”,  highlights that over the next decade, 80% of new cars will have a powertrain that will be...