The Internet of Things (IoT) is a rapidly growing technological phenomenon that has the potential to revolutionise the way we live, work, and interact with the world around us. CityLife It refers to the interconnection of everyday objects, such as appliances, vehicles, and even buildings, to the internet, allowing them to send and receive data. […]
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Many of us would battle if we were to spend a day in a wheelchair experiencing the world through the eyes of someone who relies on a wheelchair for mobility. Our eyes would be opened to just how challenging daily routines can be, let alone the prospect of finding employment. But one sector where people
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What started in 2012 as a small gathering of learners with disabilities and a few corporates in the hall of Hope School, Westcliff, has grown to 1 400 learners and students, and over 40 companies and associations over two days. The vision of Paddy Slattery of Mandeville Para Swimming is now the biggest gathering of
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Website accessibility is becoming increasingly important, because it ensures that everyone has equal access to online content. Nick Durrant – Bluegrass Digital A few years ago, Guillermo Robles took Domino’s Pizza to court. His issue? The popular pizza brand’s website. As a blind man, Robles was unable to order food from Domino’s even when using
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Every year, thousands of people around the world are diagnosed with some form of developmental disorder, including autism. Tswelopele Makoe – IOL April is Autism Awareness Month, while April 2 this year was World Autism Awareness Day. Both aim to highlight an infrequently-mentioned disability, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). According to Stats SA, two percent of
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SA corporates called on to get involved in helping to grow one of the scarce township care centres serving disabled children. Tshepang Disabilities Creche and Boarding, just outside of Polokwane in Limpopo, is growing fast, and relying increasingly on help from the business community to house a growing number of children in need of specialised
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Your child may be only three or four years old, yet their behaviour in school can provide you with information about their development. Randburg Sun One in every five school-age children has a learning and attention problem, and early indicators frequently manifest as developmental delays in the toddler and preschool years. Nonetheless, children develop differently,
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Through the mobile assistive app, ShazaCin, visual content is made accessible to persons with visual impairments. The world of Information, education and entertainment are becoming increasingly video-based. Television, the internet, streaming channels, social media and mobile apps transmit visual content on every aspect of our daily lives, and Covid-19 has accelerated this trend. As we
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The state of the roads in our country is a poignant subject. Imagine trying to navigate it when you cannot see? Guide Dogs are trained to assist their owner to navigate challenging roads safely. By South African Guide-Dogs Association Referred to as a “country walk”, this is the area without a pavement or sidewalk which
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An inspiration to many, Tracy Cohen is a freelance writer based in Cape Town. Living with cerebral palsy, she has overcome numerous challenges to live a life filled with triumphs. In her recently published book, Triumph, Cohen sheds light on the positive side of living with a disability. Cohen’s book features stories of individuals with
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