As organisations across South Africa adopt digital technologies, accelerate digital initiatives, advance digital capabilities, navigate economic uncertainty and adapt to an increasingly data-driven business environment, the role of the Chief Financial Officer has evolved far beyond traditional financial stewardship. Today's finance leaders are expected to guide...
Counter-drone technology and cross-organisational cooperation will be among the key themes at Security Essen 2026, as the security industry responds to evolving threats to critical infrastructure. Taking place at Messe Essen in Germany from 22–25 September, the event will feature two programme highlights focused on emerging...
CYSEC Qatar 2026 is set to bring together senior cybersecurity and technology leaders in Doha on 8–9 September, with the summit focusing on the challenges and priorities shaping Qatar’s cybersecurity strategy. The two-day event, hosted at the Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Convention Hotel, is the...
As South Africa's business landscape evolves in response to rapid technological advancement, changing workforce expectations and increasing economic complexity, the role of Human Resources has become more strategic than ever before. Today, HR leaders are responsible for workforce planning, leadership development, employee experience, skills transformation, and...
The United States is expanding its security partnership with Nigeria through specialist training on unmanned aerial systems (UAS), as both countries strengthen military cooperation and develop capabilities for operations against armed groups. The latest training took place at Operating Location Bauchi, where US and Nigerian forces...
AI-powered video analytics from viAct is giving a remote healthcare construction project in Côte d’Ivoire real-time safety oversight, using the site’s existing camera infrastructure to reduce PPE non-compliances and danger-zone violations. At a remote healthcare construction location in Côte d'Ivoire, in a forest-adjacent area with no...
Women’s Equality Day on August 26 provides an opportunity for Africa’s security and fire sectors to consider the progress being made in opening the industry to more women – and the work still needed to create genuinely inclusive workplaces. Both sectors face growing demands for specialist...
South African organisations are increasing their investment in artificial intelligence, but new research from Accenture suggests many businesses are still working to build the capabilities needed to turn AI adoption into measurable business value. Accenture’s latest Pulse of Change research, published in July 2026, surveyed 3,000...
With less than a month to go before FINNOVEX Saudi Arabia 2026, InterContinental Riyadh by IHG has been confirmed as the Premium Venue Partner for this year’s event, scheduled for 2–3 September 2026. The Riyadh chapter is expected to welcome more than 200 senior decision-makers and...
TDSi by Hirsch has released version 3.3 of its GARDiS access control software, adding new intruder management capabilities alongside changes to credential administration and security controls. The update integrates GARDiS with Ajax Intruder Cloud, allowing authorised operators to discover and monitor Ajax hubs, devices and groups...