Eskom Unveils Modernisation Centre in Partnership with Huawei, Illuminating South Africa's Digital Power Future
Eskom and Huawei have launched a new Modernisation Centre in South Africa to provide specialized training in power ICT, smart grids, and cybersecurity. The partnership aims to address the country's digital talent shortage and upgrade the national power grid's efficiency.
Why it matters
This collaboration highlights the growing role of Chinese technology firms in critical infrastructure development across Africa.
JOHANNESBURG , June 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Recently, the ribbon cutting ceremony for the Eskom & Huawei Modernisation Centre, jointly held by Eskom of South Africa and Huawei, was successfully launched. This partnership reflects a strong spirit of collaboration and a shared commitment to innovation, technology, and capability development. Huawei's support has been instrumental in enabling the transformation of the Eskom Academy of Learning, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter in Eskom's learning, innovation, and modernisation journey. The Eskom & Huawei Modernisation Centre and Smart Classroom stand as tangible symbols of progress and partnership, reinforcing our commitment to developing a skilled, agile, and future-ready workforce.
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