Disinformation, big tech, and the fight for digital accountability | Kavisha Pillay on The Angle Podcast
The digital battleground is shifting, and big tech is stepping back just as misinformation is surging forward. In the latest episode of The Angle Podcast, Kavisha Pillay, social justice activist and founder of the Campaign on Digital Ethics, joined us to discuss the deepening crisis of disinformation, the failure of social media platforms to regulate…
Revolutionising live music through virtual reality | A conversation with Michael Balkind
The intersection of music, technology, and culture has never been more exciting. At the forefront of innovation in this space is Michael Balkind, founder of Soda…
A Game of Change | How a workshop at Fak’ugesi made me rethink play
As a keen gamer and someone who frequently dips in and out of the industry, the concept of “games for change”—or what is more recently referred to as…
Fak’ugesi Awards | Shining a spotlight on African digital creativity
What happens when some of the best digital work in the world emerges from Africa but remains underappreciated at home? For the Fak’ugesi Digital Festival, the solution was…
Exploring Indie Gaming in South Africa with Kieran Reid
The South African gaming industry is steadily evolving, brimming with potential and creative talent despite its fair share of challenges. In a recent podcast, Kieran Reid, co-founder of…
Africa’s digital future: The battle for control over Internet infrastructure and data
As Africa’s internet connectivity expands, the continent stands on the threshold of immense digital potential. Internet infrastructure, driven by undersea cables, links Africa to the global network and…
Exploring Civic Tech and Urban Innovation in Johannesburg: Insights from Geci Karuri-Sebina PhD, at the Civic Tech Innovation Forum
In our latest The Angle podcast, we delve into the evolving world of civic tech with Geci Karuri-Sebina, PhD, an Associate Professor of Digital Governance at Wits School…
