South African universities are “doing a fantastic job in terms of producing ICT skills,” says Tata Consultancy Services’ Langa Dube. The company sees this as a key part of an opportunity for growth and one it will use in a “very strong way” in the next five years. Dube, who is regional director for Tata…
Over 63 million East Africans experienced severe hunger in 2024 and 40% lack access to safe drinking water. East African countries collectively contribute a tiny 0.09% of the global carbon emissions but are some of the worst-hit by the global climate crisis. Appeals for humanitarian assistance doubled from $3.1 billion to $6.1 billion during the…
The pursuit of climate-resilient and biodiversity-conscious food systems, which are commended by the United Nations, are flickering new hope into the livesof millions of Africans who still go to bed hungry. The agenda “right to food” is also being intensified. Many countries are integrating their national food systems with their agriculture. Yet, the right to…
