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Urovo RT40S brings rugged mobility and cold-chain resilience to demanding warehouse environments

eriinfo.com4 days ago05 mins

The RT40S is built for demanding industrial environments. (Image: DCI Scanning) As South African warehouses, logistics providers and distribution centres face increasing pressure to improve efficiency, visibility and turnaround times, businesses are turning to rugged mobile technologies designed specifically for harsh operating conditions. Whether you’re managing inventory in freezing conditions or scanning high shelves in…

The power of redundancy: Why resilience is the new competitive advantage

eriinfo.com6 days ago08 mins

In today’s digital economy, continuous connectivity is no longer a luxury but an expectation, making uninterrupted uptime essential. Yet many organisations still treat redundancy as a technical afterthought rather than a strategic necessity, often deprioritising it because the risks it mitigates remain invisible until disruption strikes. When systems run smoothly, resilience feels optional, but the…

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Africa: Building Resilience, Powering Jobs and Growth for the Gambia’s Future

eriinfo.com1 week ago06 mins

Banjul — The World Bank Group today released its Country Climate and Development Report (CCDR) for The Gambia, placing jobs, livelihoods, and economic opportunity at the center of the country’s development agenda. The report shows that rising environmental pressures are already affecting productivity, agriculture, and infrastructure, and that targeted resilience-building investments are essential to protect…

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East Africa: Tanzania’s Resilience Reinforces Position As East Africa’s Investment Powerhouse

eriinfo.com1 week ago019 mins

Dar es Salaam — IN a world where political shocks often unsettle markets and deter investment, Tanzania offers a compelling story of resilience and recovery. East Africa’s most peaceful nation extends a confident invitation to the international community, anchored in the strength of its economy, the richness of its natural assets and the breadth of…

SA’s volatile tech channel will test operators’ resolve and resilience

eriinfo.com2 weeks ago09 mins

Andrew Harris, chief sales and marketing officer at DCC Technologies. SA’s already volatile ICT channel has entered a phase where pressure is no longer cyclical but structural, says Andrew Harris, chief sales and marketing officer at DCC Technologies. “Traditionally, the channel has moved through cycles. Demand softens, supply tightens, then things correct. What we’re seeing…

ABS Acquires RMC Global to Strengthen Cyber, Risk and Resilience Capabilities

eriinfo.com2 weeks ago04 mins

(L to R): Vince Kuchar, President, RMC Global, and David Wechsler, President and CEO, ABS Group ABS, through its affiliate ABSG Consulting Inc. (ABS Consulting), has today announced the acquisition of RMC Global (RMC), a leading provider of industrial cybersecurity, risk management and resiliency solutions. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here:…

speed and trust define resilience

eriinfo.com3 weeks ago015 mins

Cybersecurity is more than just a technological issue today. It has fast become a strategic challenge driven by geopolitical dynamics, the ubiquitous use of AI and a complex digital environment. Against this backdrop, two critical elements stand out for businesses: speed and trust. For leaders, it is not a matter of if there will be…

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Africa: Disaster Risk Reduction Experts Highlight Interagency Collaboration for Inclusive Resilience Experts Recommend an All-of-Society Approach

eriinfo.com3 weeks ago010 mins

Disaster risk reduction experts have emphasised that interagency collaboration and coordination are critical to advancing an all-of-society approach to disaster resilience. The experts convened at the 24th session of the Africa Working Group on Disaster Risk Reduction (AWGDRR), held in Bujumbura from 25 to 26 March 2026. The event was hosted by the Government of…

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African Union Commission Champions Adequate Housing and Urban Resilience At the Second Africa Urban Forum

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African Union Commission Champions Adequate Housing and Urban Resilience at the Second Africa Urban Forum Adequate housing is a cornerstone of sustainable urban growth The African Union Commission (AUC) has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing inclusive, resilient, and sustainable urban development across the continent at the Second Africa Urban Forum, held 8-10 April 2026 in…

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West Africa: Sahel – the World Bank Group Launches a New Country Partnership Framework for Burkina Faso, Chad, Mali, and Niger to Promote Jobs, Growth, and Resilience

eriinfo.com1 month ago06 mins

Washington — The World Bank Group has supported new Country Partnership Frameworks (CPF) with Burkina Faso, Chad, Mali, and Niger for the 2026-2031 period. These frameworks aim to stimulate job creation, especially for youth and women, by strengthening human capital, infrastructure, and agricultural productivity, while supporting targeted reforms and private sector development. Grounded in the…