As South Africa accelerates its renewable energy transition, Nordex’s innovative internship program is building a crucial pipeline of wind technicians. The 18-month rotational training has already placed 71% of its inaugural cohort in permanent positions. This model could become essential for emergi
Cybercriminals are weaponizing artificial intelligence across Africa with devastating effectiveness. Deepfake fraud has nearly tripled while AI-powered phishing achieves click-through rates 4.5 times higher than traditional methods, overwhelming traditional security defenses.
South Africa’s R440-billion grid expansion program has drawn bids from Adani Power, Chinese state-owned enterprises, and European energy firms. The ambitious project aims to add 14,000 km of transmission lines to support the country’s renewable energy transition. Seventeen international consortia have entered pre-qualification for the landmark infrastructure initiative.
South Africa’s massive R440-billion transmission grid expansion has attracted competitive interest from global energy developers, according to reports from the Independent Power Producer Office. Sources indicate that companies owned by Indian billionaire Gautam Adani and several Chinese state-owned enterprises are among seventeen bidders seeking to participate in the continent’s most ambitious energy infrastructure project.
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Tianlong’s Strategic Expansion into South African LPG Manufacturing Chinese-based liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinder manufacturer Tianlong has officially inaugurated its…
New research from global consulting firm Kearney indicates insider threats now constitute nearly one-third of cybersecurity breaches in South Africa’s financial services sector. The report highlights detection difficulties and a 40% surge in insider incidents linked to legacy systems. Cybersecurity resilience has become a critical boardroom priority as digital transformation accelerates across the continent.
Global management consulting firm Kearney has released concerning new findings about cybersecurity vulnerabilities within South Africa’s financial services sector, with insider threats emerging as a particularly pressing challenge. According to the analysis, financial institutions across South Africa and the broader African continent face increasingly sophisticated cybersecurity risks as digital transformation accelerates.
South Africa’s state-owned utility Eskom has welcomed the newly launched Integrated Resource Plan 2025 as a clear investment pathway. The plan aims to balance energy security with environmental sustainability while addressing the country’s high unemployment rates. Eskom’s CEO emphasized that regulatory certainty will be crucial for attracting the necessary capital investments.
South Africa’s state-owned electricity provider Eskom has expressed strong support for the government’s newly released Integrated Resource Plan 2025, according to recent reports. Sources indicate the comprehensive energy strategy aims to balance multiple national priorities including energy security, affordability, environmental sustainability, and socioeconomic development during the country’s transition from high-carbon to low-carbon energy sources.
A Pioneering Step for African Innovation The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has marked a significant milestone in…
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