SACAQM is featured in CURIOS.TY magazine

In the article “Seeing the air that you breathe,” the AI-powered air quality monitoring system AI_r is highlighted as an innovative solution transforming how air pollution is monitored in Johannesburg.

The feature showcases how over 500 sensors are deployed across the city to collect real-time data and generate AI-driven forecasts, enabling better understanding of pollution risks and supporting public health decisions.

By combining artificial intelligence with scalable sensor networks, AI_r offers a cost-effective approach to tracking pollution sources and their spatial and temporal evolution, including critical issues such as illegal dump fires.

This recognition highlights the growing importance of AI-driven technologies in building smarter and healthier cities.

Read more on the official website: https://www.wits.ac.za/news/latest-news/research-news/2026/2026-04/seeing-the-air-that-you-breathe.html