Tag: safety

In South Africa, the traditional one-size-fits-all approach to public sanitation has proven inadequate in addressing the unique needs of informal settlements. Informal settlements continue to grow, and residents are increasingly seeking in-house sanitation solutions that provide privacy and dignity.

When selecting electrical products for industrial, commercial or domestic use, one crucial factor often gets overlooked. It is how well these products can withstand environmental elements like dust and water. This is exactly where Ingress Protection (IP) ratings come in.

Your car keys are more than just a way to start your engine. They are the gateway to your vehicle’s security. Many of us often hand them over without a second thought about what could happen. However, in today’s world, a little extra caution can go a long way. It helps prevent theft, loss or unexpected insurance issues.

In fleet management, determining the optimal vehicle replacement cycle is critical for operational efficiency, safety and costs. A poor decision impacts maintenance costs and cash flow. Advancements in telematics and leasing models are shifting practices.

We support efforts to ensure the safety and performance of the national grid. We remind businesses and members of the public about the mandatory requirement to register Small-Scale Embedded Generators (SSEG). SSEG refers to a customer-owned generation unit. This unit typically generates less than 1MW/1MVA and connects to the electricity distribution network.

Will machines overtake humans in 2025? Cisco has an intriguing forecast for Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). The era of AGI, regarded as the next evolutionary leap in AI, is on the horizon. AGI represents a form of AI that can perform any intellectual task a human can. This marks a significant leap from “narrow AI”, which is designed for specific tasks.

Worldwide, there has been a concerted effort to phase out older network technologies like 2G and 3G. The radio spectrum is finite, and whilst difficult to imagine, these older mobile technologies are literally taking up valuable space.

Building financial resilience through habit stacking is a practical approach to integrate essential financial and health habits into a daily routine to ensure long-term stability.

Con artists and scammers are becoming more skilled at manipulating bank details and private information from consumers. It is important to understand the risks and recognise the warning signs. Fraud and scam statistics in South Africa are alarming.

The growing trend of stokvels and the seasonal withdrawals during the festive season requires members to be vigilant and careful. Often, stokvels are formed at the start of the year to enable spending in December. As a result, we observe most withdrawals during this period.