Rural communities are being left behind because of poor digital infrastructure, research shows: In an era where businesses and households depend on the internet for everything from marketing to banking and shopping, the lack of adequate digital access can be a significant hurdle. And our recent research shows that many homes and businesses in the …
Rising costs and delays don’t necessarily mean HS2 is failing – an expert in new infrastructure development explains: The UK government is reportedly considering scrapping the second phase of its long-term high-speed rail project, HS2. It has been revealed that a cost analysis outlining the benefit of doing so was prepared ahead of Prime Minister …
Queer theory offers new views on daily life – even on infrastructure projects in Kenya: We Are/Getty Images I’ll confess I’ve raised quite a few eyebrows when I’ve told people about my research linking queer theory and infrastructure development. I understand the confusion. Queer theory is mainly associated with the study of gender, sexuality and …
Rural Spain could end up hosting infrastructure hubs for AI – here’s what the environmental cost could be: The region of Castilla La Mancha has experienced severe drought conditions in recent years. Quintanilla / Shutterstock While ChatGPT and other forms of artificial intelligence (AI) have been dominating headlines recently, little attention has been given to …
South Africa’s drinking water quality has dropped because of defective infrastructure and neglect – new report: The report shows decline in the status of the country's water supply. Michele Spatari / AFP via Getty Images A report released by the South African government paints a grim picture of the country’s water resources and water infrastructure …
Grand infrastructure projects aren’t a magic bullet for industrial development – insights from Ghana and Kenya: Kenya Lamu Port Project The African Union’s flagship Agenda 2063 initiative prioritises large-scale infrastructure development and promises to “link the continent by rail, road, sea and air”. This is being undertaken in parallel with efforts to improve economic integration. …
Russian ‘spy ship’ in North Sea raises concerns about the vulnerability of key maritime infrastructure: A new documentary produced by a consortium of public broadcasters in Sweden, Denmark, Finland and Norway has revealed what appears to be a profound threat to maritime and undersea energy and data infrastructure in the North Sea and the Baltic …
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Chinese workers on Africa’s infrastructure projects: the link with host political regimes: Chinese workers are part of most Chinese government-funded projects in Africa. Wikimedia Commons China has rapidly become Africa’s most important infrastructure builder, and the footprint of Chinese construction companies is seen in cities, towns and villages across the continent. With the launch of …
Ukraine recap: ‘kamikaze’ drone attacks on civilian infrastructure show Putin is moving closer to total war: Having suffered several weeks of setbacks in the field, Russia appears to have renewed its assaults on Ukraine’s major cities, mainly via missile and drone attacks. Despite protestations to the contrary from Kremlin ally Iran, there is growing evidence …
Southern African countries can do better at infrastructure: what the choices might look like: Hawkers carry their produce to the market walking past a truck yard on on the border of Zambia and Zimbabwe. Photo by Gideon Mendel/Corbis via Getty Images Countries in southern Africa are under a crushing burden brought about by a confluence …
Britain isn’t built to withstand 40°C – here is where infrastructure is most likely to fail: KingTa/Shutterstock Hot weather strains the pipes that pump our water, the power lines that deliver our energy and the roads and railways that get us home at night. As global temperatures continue to rise, national infrastructure will be challenged …
Big infrastructure projects on the continent should work for everyone: GettyImages Big infrastructure projects should be based on the needs of people and communities. Often, they are criticised for benefiting the wealthy only. These projects reflect specific agendas of political and economic elites who are able to advance their interests through the developments. They interplay …
Want to develop vaccines in Africa? Then invest in expertise and infrastructure: Aerial view of the UK’s national synchrotron, Diamond Light Source Ltd (Diamond) on the Harwell Science and Innovation Campus in Oxfordshire, ©Diamond Light Source In little more than a year from the onset of COVID-19, scientists successfully developed vaccines against the SARS-CoV-2 virus …
South Africa in the news: Building cyber resilience in critical infrastructure: As cyber threats become more sophisticated and increasingly target operators of critical infrastructure, organisations must urgently assess and uplift their cyber resilience.: “South Africa” – BingNews New COVID variant detected in South Africa, most mutated variant so far: Johannesburg: A new coronavirus variant, C.1.2, …
South Africa in the news: Nigeria Hires Money Managers for Billion Infrastructure Fund: Nigeria has picked four asset managers to run a $ 37 billion fund set up to drive investment in roads, railways and power projects in Africa’s largest economy. Vice President Yemi Osinbajo approved …: “South Africa” – BingNews Baby Queen reflects on …
South Africa in the news: £50 million infrastructure upgrade to cement UK’s status as science superpower: Research and innovation infrastructure in the UK is to receive a £50 million upgrade, furthering the government’s aim to cement the UK’s status as a science superpower. The p …: “South Africa” – BingNews Componenta Oyj: Componenta Corporation enters …
South Africa in the news: Supporting young engineers important for future of infrastructure in South Africa, says Saice: Young Members Panel chairperson Michael Mhlanga says young engineers are the future custodians of South Africa’s infrastructure and should be supported in their personal and professional development.: “South Africa” – BingNews ‘Diamond rush’ grips South African village …