Future Cities Africa podcast

By: Dan @ Future Cities Africa
  • Summary

  • Future Cities Africa hosts discussions with thought leaders and experts at the forefront of major trends, projects, innovations, challenges and opportunities impacting the future of African Cities. Major drivers such as rapid urbanisation, health crisis, climate change, inadequate infrastructure, technology advancement and more are creating an urgent need for African Cities to become sustainable, livable and workable. New ways of thinking about governance, funding, mobility, urban planning and design, construction and implementation of projects coupled with major advancements in technology like 5G, blockchain, artificial intelligence, the internet of things, data science, machine learning, renewable energy and more give promise of an uncertain but exciting future. To learn and stay at the forefront of trends, projects, innovations, challenges and opportunities impacting what future African Cities will look likesSubscribe to stay informed.
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Episodes
  • Inside Atlantis SEZ's Vision for Sustainable Industry and Inclusive Growth
    Dec 6 2024

    ‘Pioneering a Greener Future: Inside Atlantis Special Economic Zone’s Vision for Sustainable Industry and Inclusive Growth’ is a special two-part series where we explore the future of green manufacturing and sustainable investment in Africa.

    Series Overview:

    In this series, we dive into Atlantis SEZ's bold vision for the green economy and uncover how it’s building a resilient ecosystem for investors and industries alike.

    We examine how this unique zone empowers green industries, supports ESG goals, and drives skills development for an inclusive, sustainable future.

    Whether you're an investor, a manufacturer, or a change-maker, discover how Atlantis SEZ is redefining industrial growth in Africa.

    Episode Guest:

    Selwyn Willoughby, Executive: Integrated Ecosystem at Atlantis Special Economic Zone

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    12 mins
  • Inside Atlantis SEZ's Vision for Sustainable Industry and Inclusive Growth
    Dec 6 2024

    ‘Pioneering a Greener Future: Inside Atlantis Special Economic Zone’s Vision for Sustainable Industry and Inclusive Growth’ is a special two-part series where we explore the future of green manufacturing and sustainable investment in Africa.

    Series Overview:

    In this series, we dive into Atlantis SEZ's bold vision for the green economy and uncover how it’s building a resilient ecosystem for investors and industries alike.

    We examine how this unique zone empowers green industries, supports ESG goals, and drives skills development for an inclusive, sustainable future.

    Whether you're an investor, a manufacturer, or a change-maker, discover how Atlantis SEZ is redefining industrial growth in Africa.

    Episode Guest:

    Matthew Cullinan, Chief Executive Officer at Atlantis Special Economic Zone

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    19 mins
  • Invest in Climate Secure Cape Town: Episode 2
    Aug 5 2024

    Cape Town is a thriving green economy innovation hub. The city includes and is surrounded by a range of role players actively participating in green innovation and climate resilience. Cape Town is a hub for green businesses, from renewable energy to sustainable tourism. The city has built a supportive ecosystem and offers access to a growing local market. Cape Town’s universities, research institutions, and private sector are driving cutting-edge solutions in cleantech.

    This episode is part of the "Invest in climate secure Cape Town series", a two-part series supported by the City of Cape Town Department of Enterprise & Investment, produced in partnership with City of Cape Town Risk and Resilience Department in the Future Planning and Resilience Directorate and GreenCape, featuring Alderman James Vos, Mayoral Committee Member for Economic Growth, City of Cape Town.

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    13 mins

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