How cybersecurity in the construction industry is evolving

The increasing connectedness of the world means cyber threats have become a daily occurrence. No sector is safe as cybercriminals look to exploit any weakness to compromise infrastructure and systems, and steal data. Organisations in the construction industry, often...

Talent and tech critical for strategic AI success

Moving from consuming AI to using it for competitive advantage requires laying the right foundation, writes Michael Langeveld, head of technology and business development at HPE Emirates and Africa. AI has been generating a great deal of excitement around its...
When disaster strikes, ensure data is safe

When disaster strikes, ensure data is safe

It is not a revelation that in today’s data-driven world, where information is the lifeblood of businesses, the significance of a robust disaster recovery plan has never been greater. By Modeen Malick, principal systems engineer at Commvault With the spectre of...
GoMetro debuts first EV minibus taxi

GoMetro debuts first EV minibus taxi

South Africa’s first electric minibus taxi model, eKamva, was launched by a consortium led by GoMetro, alongside an integrated new electric vehicle (EV) business model and charging infrastructure product called flx EV. The partnership kicked off in 2023 to investigate...

Smart switch could be a magic fix for SA’s energy crisis

South Africans are fortunate to enjoy some of the world’s best weather, with many of our cities consistently ranked among the most pleasant. However, in recent years, erratic weather patterns have raised concerns, as heatwaves, floods, and droughts become more...

Bring your own AI could be a risky business

As more employees explore the power of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools in the workplace and more employers weigh up the pros and cons of the technology, a new trend emerges. Chris Wiggett, director: AI at NTT Data in Middle East and Africa, explores...