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The City of Harare has introduced over 15,000 smart prepaid water meters to modernize its infrastructure and improve billing accuracy.

Nigeria has emerged as the largest investor in artificial intelligence-powered surveillance systems in Africa, spending over $470 million on these technologies.

The Organiquê smart masterplan, introduced by Citz Desenvolvimento Imobiliário, aims to blend modern urban life with nature while promising improved quality of life in Rio Preto, Brazil.

Five people were arrested for stealing Easter eggs at a shopping mall in Valinhos, Brazil, with the help of the city's smart camera system.

São Paulo's city government will have exclusive support from the Civil Police to implement the Smart Sampa surveillance program, aimed at enhancing public safety and city management.

A significant financial scam has been uncovered involving fake fixed deposit receipts at IDFC First Bank, impacting Chandigarh Smart City Limited's funds.

A major scam amounting to ₹116.84 crore has been uncovered in the Chandigarh Smart City Fund, involving the manipulation of fixed deposit receipts by a bank manager.

The 7th edition of the Smart City Expo Curitiba 2026 will take place from March 25 to 27, attracting 700 city halls and emphasizing Curitiba's role in urban sustainability and innovation.

The Smart City Expo Curitiba 2026 has unveiled its complete agenda featuring prominent speakers and will be held from March 25 to 27 in Curitiba.

The city of Palmas, Brazil, is set to install 67 state-of-the-art cameras to enhance traffic light management based on real-time vehicle flow.

Andro Pavuna, head of the City Office for Local Self-Government and Traffic in Zagreb, will discuss smart traffic solutions at a conference in March 2026, with a registration fee of 179 euros plus VAT.

A new real estate project, Eurogarden and the Civic Center, is transforming the urban landscape of Maringá, Brazil, by establishing a new development axis that focuses on smart urban planning, sustainability, and quality of life.

Kakao Mobility has signed a contract to supply integrated mobility solutions for the Diriyah project, a major smart city development in Saudi Arabia.

The Wynn and Oro buildings by Vectra in Nova Prochet, Londrina, are set to be the city's first smart buildings, expected to be completed by 2026.

A report highlights the significant spending on the Smart City Mission over the past decade, questioning the improvements in various cities.

The article investigates the discrepancies between the aims of India's Smart City Mission and the actual outcomes in several cities, highlighting issues in Bhopal's implementation.

Donghae City has launched a smart parking navigation service that provides real-time information on available parking spaces, aimed at improving parking convenience and reducing traffic congestion.

The Smart City Expo Curitiba 2026 will feature Canadian author Shain Shapiro as a key speaker, emphasizing the importance of music in urban planning.

The Smart Week Pass, an exclusive ticket category, returns for its 5th edition in 2026 as part of the Smart City Expo in Curitiba, aiming to provide hands-on experiences of smart city initiatives.

Abia State Governor Alex Otti announced that the planned Aba Commercial Smart City will serve as a catalyst for economic growth and job creation in the region upon its completion.

The article discusses how health and well-being are criteria for classifying a city as 'smart' by promoting a lifestyle that allows residents to engage in activities like walking and breathing clean air without stress.

The article discusses how technology is crucial in addressing urban challenges and highlights the Smart City Expo happening in Curitiba that showcases innovative solutions for urban living.