Tag: sovereignty

In an era where borders are no longer physical, South Africa is drawn into a new kind of conflict. This conflict is not fought with tanks and missiles. Instead, it is waged with lines of code and silent intrusions. From local municipalities to national ministries, government systems face relentless attack. The digital battlefield is here. Cyberspace has become the next frontier of conflict.

Modern monetary theorists argue that nations with monetary sovereignty can never run out of money to fund projects. They can always issue more currency whenever they need it.

In the Artificial Intelligence (AI) era, data drives innovation. Enterprises that harness and manage their data efficiently gain a competitive edge. Meanwhile, those that fail to do so risk falling behind. AI’s potential to transform operations, enhance decision-making and fuel growth hinges on effective management of the vast volumes of structured and unstructured data organisations generate daily

Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping global power dynamics, economic frameworks, and security considerations. While it offers immense opportunities, it also raises significant concerns. These include governance, ethical standards, and its potential use in both civilian and military contexts.

The Western (including South African) judiciary is a peculiar thing. To defy a judge is to commit an offence to society so great that most people do not even consider the merits of the defiance, and rush immediately to demand punishment. The recent controversy around Judge Mandlenkosi Motha is a case in point.