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Southern Africa bets on emerging tech to lift transport sector

The region is rethinking transportation, planning and building resilient systems to meet global standards.
Staff Writer
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Jul 10, 2023

4IR, CSIR, WEF, ADBK, UNDP: The acronym edition

These acronyms represent just some of the organisations and technologies surrounding the development of connective tissue in Africa, says Rebatho Madiba, Business Development Digital Platform Solutions at BCX.
5:40
Feb 23, 2023

SA gov’t details energy scheme as loadshedding casts shadow over 2023 Budget

Finance minister Enoch Godongwana details solar-related loan scheme as part of 2023 National Budget presented this week.
3:40
Jul 20, 2022

Network connectivity boost for SA’s technical research, education ecosystem

Systems integrator NEC XON links up with the South African National Research and Education Network (SANReN), TENET, CSIR to bolster tech.
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Jun 24, 2021

AU agency, university, CSIR unveil incubation centre

The project partners say the continent needs to look inwards to develop, strengthen and upscale innovations that could help it develop.
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Feb 19, 2021

SA’s CSIR joins Colombia’s C4IR to scout for AI, IOT opportunities

Organisations commit to MoU to collaborate, share knowledge and expertise focused on 4IR technology.
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CSIR, Nedbank first SA organisations to join renewable energy group

RES4Africa Foundation says South Africa’s power sector is experiencing challenges.
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Oct 6, 2020

SA’s CSIR lauded for contribution to tech

Country’s Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation praises organisation for its research, innovation.
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May 30, 2019

NEC XON deploys ADVA fibre solution at SANReN

NEC XON has been awarded a contract to deploy a national DWDM network based on ADVA technology for the South African National Research Network (SANReN).
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May 27, 2019

New CSIR strategy focuses on Industry 4.0

The CSIR embarks on a drive to develop and localise industrial technologies through public-private sector collaboration.
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Mar 20, 2019

South Africa: renewables debate rages as Eskom woes deepen

Energy experts are at odds over the costs associated with coal versus renewables, as Eskom struggles to keep the lights on.
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SA cannot shy away from 4th industrial revolution

Delegates delve into impact of revolution, say small businesses will play critical role.