Joburg council scraps CCTV by-law after public outcry

Joburg council scraps CCTV by-law after public outcry

The by-law sought to regulate and register CCTV cameras installed on private property with a view of public spaces. The Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (OUTA) has welcomed the City of Johannesburg’s (COJ’s) decision to repeal a recently introduced by-law regulating privately-owned closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras. The by-law, approved in February, sought to regulate and register…

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The future of AI in business – must-attend Joburg event

The future of AI in business – must-attend Joburg event

Artificial intelligence has evolved beyond a single concept into various advanced forms, including machine learning, large language models, generative AI, agentic AI and quantum AI. This rapid evolution is reshaping business operations. AI adoption is skyrocketing, with generative AI usage expected to increase from 55% in 2023 to 75% in 2024, alongside significant investments in…

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Joburg to ramp up smart city plans after stalled rollout

Joburg to ramp up smart city plans after stalled rollout

Joburg has promised a renewed strategic focus on digital transformation and infrastructure. The City of Johannesburg (COJ) has admitted to multiple setbacks in rolling out its smart city ambitions – citing issues such as “fragmented initiatives and insufficient governance structures”. Now, with its 2025/26 draft Integrated Development Plan (IDP), the municipality says it will renew…

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New IP transit gateway for Africa in Joburg

New IP transit gateway for Africa in Joburg

Workonline and Equinix unite to improve connectivity and drive digital transformation across Africa. Pan-African IP transit provider Workonline Communications has expanded its reach with a new point of presence at Equinix’s JN1 data centre in Johannesburg. In a statement, Workonline says the deployment is part of efforts to deepen the strategic collaboration with Equinix, adding…

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