Digital twins are only as good as the pipes that feed them

Digital twins are only as good as the pipes that feed them

Digital twins have become one of the most compelling innovations in modern IT and operational technology environments. By creating virtual representations of physical systems, organisations can simulate performance, predict failures and optimise processes in ways that were previously difficult to achieve. While debates often focus on the sophistication of digital twin models, the key role…

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Africa’s Youth Are Shaping the Continent’s Climate Future

Africa: Strengthening Cross-Border Coordination to Address Health Threats in Africa

Brazzaville — As health threats continue to spread across borders, countries are strengthening how they work together to prevent and respond to outbreaks. Permanent Secretaries from 13 countries are meeting in Brazzaville, Republic of Congo, from 4 to 5 May 2026 for a high-level consultation on cross-border collaboration for health security. The meeting focuses on…

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MultiChoice rejects anti-competitive claims over Altech deal

MultiChoice rejects anti-competitive claims over Altech deal

The Competition Commission has referred a complaint against MultiChoice SA and Altech to the Competition Tribunal for prosecution. Pay-TV giant MultiChoice has rejected allegations of wrongdoing in its set-top box deal with Altech, dismissing claims that the agreement was anti-competitive. This, after the Competition Commission yesterday referred a complaint against MultiChoice South Africa and Altech…

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Africa: All of Africa Today – May 5, 2026

Africa: All of Africa Today – May 5, 2026

  Mali Leader Goita Takes Defence Post After Minister Killed Mali’s military leader, Assimi Goïta, has assumed the role of defence minister following the death of Sadio Camara in a suspected suicide bombing during a wave of coordinated attacks. A decree read on state television said Goïta would replace Camara as defence minister. He will…

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