South Africa stands at a pivotal moment in its technological evolution, poised to redefine itself as Africa’s leading digital powerhouse. Over the past two years, political leaders and media narratives have painted a picture of rapid digital transformation, underscoring the government’s ambition to position South Africa at the forefront of innovation. President Cyril Ramaphosa reinforced…
Despite facing the global regulatory challenges on tobacco products, Philip Morris International (PMI) is intensifying its efforts to transition smokers across Sub-Saharan Africa from cigarettes to smoke-free alternatives. The company’s Area Vice President Sub-Saharan Africa, Branislav Bibic, remains optimistic about the continent ’ s readiness to embrace innovative technologies. In an exclusive interview with allAfrica on…
As global economies push for decarbonization and energy security, industrial models must evolve. This requires greater investment in low-carbon technologies and energy efficiency. In this context, how do you view the rapid growth of solar PV and energy storage solutions (ESS) as a response to this demand? The solar PV and energy storage sectors are…
