Integrated security platforms: the key to protecting modern cloud applications
06 March 2026
Saurabh Prasad, Senior Solution Architect at In2IT Technologies
Cloud-native applications have transformed the way businesses operate, enabling faster innovation, greater agility, and enhanced scalability. Yet, with this evolution comes an equally complex security landscape.
Traditional security approaches, which rely on fragmented tools and point solutions, are increasingly insufficient on their own, as while many organisations still combine best-of-breed tools, the trend is toward more consolidated platforms. The reality is that modern applications, often composed of microservices running across distributed infrastructures, demand security that is as agile and interconnected as the systems themselves. This is where integrated security platforms prove indispensable.
Find out more How data centres are reshaping Africa’s power market
06 March 2026
African Energy Chamber
The global digital economy is driving an unprecedented surge in electricity demand from data centers and IT infrastructure. Worldwide, uninterruptible power supply demand for IT equipment alone is forecast to reach 249 GW by 2030, with total installed capacity, including cooling and ancillary loads, expected to climb to 374 GW.
For Africa, where digitalization, cloud adoption and mobile services are accelerating, this trend presents both a challenge and an opportunity. According to the African Energy Chamber’s (AEC) (https://EnergyChamber.org) State of African Energy 2026 Outlook, data centers are poised to become a transformative force within the continent’s power markets, reshaping investment priorities ahead of African Energy Week (AEW) 2026.
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As energy grids evolve, real-time modelling is the key to a resilient, bi-directional energy future
03 March 2026
Nishandra Baijnath, Systems Architect, Digital Automation at Schneider Electric
Utilities and municipalities are facing a pivotal challenge as the country’s legacy power grid – engineered for one-way energy delivery from centralised suppliers to end-users – must rapidly evolve to meet a new paradigm.
South Africa’s electrical grid is a classic example of a traditional power system, designed for one-way energy flow. Historically, generation was located close to the fuel source, which saw coal-fired power stations concentrated in Mpumalanga. These stations fed power into high-voltage (HV) yards, which then connected to the national transmission network. This network transported electricity across the country, eventually stepping down the voltage through distribution infrastructure to serve consumers and large power users.
Find out more Data protection is the first line - recovery is the lifeline
03 March 2026
Aslam Tajbhai, Head of Solutions at DMP SA
Today, organisations rely heavily on data as the backbone of their operations. Every business decision, customer interaction, and innovation depends on instant access to accurate information. Unfortunately, many businesses only realise the importance of data protection after experiencing system failures or data loss. In today’s digital landscape, a robust backup strategy is not just advisable, it’s essential for resilience.
The 3-2-1-1 backup model is a proven approach for safeguarding data. It involves maintaining three copies of data, stored across two different types of media, with one copy kept offsite in an immutable state. This method enhances data durability and speeds up recovery, especially as immutable backups remain unaltered even when security systems are compromised. With cyber threats and ransomware attacks increasing, such protective measures are vital for organisational survival.
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