Briefing Focus: As governments around the world grapple with the energy demands of AI, is South Africa prepared for the next phase of the digital economy? Do we have the governance muscle to safeguard digital sovereignty? What will this new economy mean for service delivery, employment and national security? Is it an economic opportunity or an infrastructure risk?

The National Briefing · Aug 5, 2026 · 15m

Briefing Focus: As governments around the world grapple with the energy demands of AI, is South Africa prepared for the next phase of the digital economy? Do we have the governance muscle to safeguard digital sovereignty? What will this new economy mean for service delivery, employment and national security? Is it an economic opportunity or an infrastructure risk?

Guest: Wellington Muzengeza - Research Fellow at the Africa Centre for Critical Minerals and Energy Transition (ACCET)

Guest: Arthur Goldstuck - Managing Director at World Wide Worx

Guest: Makibinyane Mohapeloa - Chief Operating…