The importance of health and safety in construction

In South Africa, more than 5 900 accidents in the construction industry were reported for 2023. Of these, 32 3% were ‘struck by’ accidents (produced by forcible contact or impact between the injured person and an object or piece of equipment) signifying the importance...

Scalable network solutions could future-proof African stadiums

The journey towards building sports stadiums in Africa that meet international standards must include a focus on integrating advanced digital technologies. Making use of technology is essential if we are to unlock a future where fan experiences and operational...

Can tourism leverage tech to enhance global competitiveness?

Tourism is vital to the South African economy, accounting for 8,2% of the country’s gross domestic product (GDP) and 9,2% of employment, according to the World Travel & Tourism Council. By Ryan Falkenberg, CEO of Clevva By 2030, the sector’s...

Huawei showcases tech for railway modernisation

Modernisation and digitisation are crucial developments that will drive the future growth of Southern Africa’s railway industry. This is the key message Guoyu Wang, Vice President of Huawei’s Smart Transportation Business, imparted to delegates attending...
Minibus taxi industry in digital transformation

Minibus taxi industry in digital transformation

SA Taxi, a cornerstone in financing minibus taxis and fostering entrepreneurship in South Africa, has embarked on a transformative journey with Lenovo to bolster its custom-designed app solutions and data analytics frameworks. This partnership aims to not only...
A strong digital core is key to reinvention readiness

A strong digital core is key to reinvention readiness

Two years ago, Accenture warned that organisations failing to embrace data, artificial intelligence, and technology would risk being left behind by their competitors. By Edna Eason, technology lead for Accenture, Africa A year later this prediction came true as...