10 teams to vie for $2m in prizes in AI and manufacturing innovation
The 10 teams advancing to the semifinalist round of the Milken-Motsepe Prize in AI and Manufacturing have been announced - with each team receiving $50 000 in unrestricted funding to drive inclusive economic growth and sustainable development in Africa. Semifinalists...
Mastercard looks to expand financial inclusion with Smile ID
Mastercard has extended its strategic commercial partnership with Smile ID - an identity verification provider in Africa - to accelerate the rollout of secure digital identity solutions across the continent. The partnership will enable banks, fintechs, mobile money...
AI-enhanced cyberthreats top list of emerging risks
Artificial intelligence (AI)-enhanced malicious attacks are the top emerging risk for enterprises in the third quarter of 2024, according to Gartner – for the third consecutive quarter. IT vendor criticality and an unsettled regulatory and legal environment are new,...
Don’t forget to vote in the Channelwise Awards
It’s that time of year again, when South Africa’s IT reseller partners get to voice their opinion and vote for the vendors and distributors they most enjoy working with. With voting set to close on 8 November, reseller partners are urged to get their votes in now. The...
Tablets see strong recovery in third quarter
Worldwide tablet shipments grew 20,4% in the third quarter of 2024 (3Q24) - totaling 39,6-million units - according to preliminary data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Personal Computing Device Tracker. The dismal 2023 market makes...
October is 2024’s best month for new vehicle sales
New vehicle sales reported their best performance of the year in October, the market reaching 47 924. This represents a 5,5% increase in sales driven by cyclical demand from the rental sector and an impressive performance from the passenger car segment. October sales...
AMD debuts Ryzen chips to enhance gaming
AMD has launched its next-generation Ryzen processors designed specifically to enhance performance for gamers. The lineup features the new AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D Desktop processor, based on the "Zen 5" architecture and utilising 2nd Gen AMD 3D V-Cache technology. With...
The pivotal role of cities in global growth and stability
Business leaders and policy makers recently gathered at the World Economic Forum's fourth annual Urban Transformation Summit to address the increasingly critical role of cities in today’s shifting geopolitical landscape. Cities, which generate over 80% of global GDP,...
A better approach to talent reviews …
Only 30% of managers who participate in talent reviews believe their leadership bench is strong, according to new research from the Gartner HR practice. A May 2024 Gartner survey of nearly 1 900 managers who participate in talent reviews also found: Nearly 60% spend...
Paratus completes East-West Africa fibre route
Paratus Group has completed its East-West Africa fibre route, offering a fast and resilient link to anywhere in the world from anywhere in the southern African region. The Paratus East-West route, the first coast-to-coast terrestrial route using Paratus built fibre...
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Reading marathon promotes African authors
YouTube has launched its first YouTube Africa Reading Challenge, an online reading marathon featuring authors, influencers and key opinion leaders across Africa. In a bid to help popularise the work of African authors across the continent, the personalities will read...
MetroFibre doubles speed on its open access network
MetroFibre is upgrading line speeds on its fibre to the home (FTTH) packages, with product adjustments effective from 1 June 2021 and rolled out over a two-week period after that. Existing direct FTTH customers and those of ISPs and resellers operating on MetroFibre's...
Paratus to open Zambian data centre
Paratus, a provider of business communication and hosting services in Zambia, will soon announce the opening of its new data centre in the heart of Lusaka. The new purpose-built facility will enable businesses to store and access their most vital asset, their data, at...
Affordable digital banking takes off in East Africa
In a region still dominated by cash and mobile money options, like M-Pesa, new collaborations between fintechs are looking to capture the price-sensitive market with innovative, open-loop digital payment solutions in East Africa. According to Mark Dankworth,...
Tech changes the game for the property sector
Data from residential property platform Leadhome suggests that their agents sell four times more properties than the industry average by simply making it easier for agents to do their jobs. The differentiator is technology, according to John Murray, Leadhome's chief...
Covid-19 crisis forces digital innovation
In a global pandemic, being able to engage immediately and effectively with a dispersed workforce has enabled companies to keep their people safe and their operations running. Wyzetalk says lessons learned working with one of the world's largest mining companies over...
Work from Anywhere Tech Talk Series – 2
In the latest Dell Technologies, Work from Anywhere Tech Talk Series, Dell thought leaders share insights into the latest tech trends. The series takes viewers through an informative journey looking at how organisations can take advantage of market conditions to...
Secutel wins information security certification
Secutel Technologies, a developer of physical security technology and provider of cloud-based solutions, has achieved the International Organisation for Standardization (ISO) 27001 certification. "With solutions that are aimed at the physical security of companies and...
Fixed LTE a viable connectivity option for SA
In recent years, fibre has taken preference over traditional fixed connectivity mediums in many South African homes due to reliable download and upload speeds with uncapped offerings. By Theolin Moodley, senior product manager: APN & LTE at Vox However, LTE and...
Electronic component shortages leave gamers wanting
Electronic component shortages, specifically semiconductors and substrates for central processing units (CPUs), have created a massive problem for many industries, including the gaming industry, leaving consumers in limbo as they are unable to get their hands-on new...
Data Scientist – KwaZulu-Natal Durban Region
Our client is seeking a Data Scientist for a fully office-based position in Durban, with strong experience in Python and SQL. Key Requirements 5+ years' experience overall.BSc/ BTech/ [URL Removed]PythonSQLRShould you meet the requirements for this position, please...
Senior C# Developer
Develop secure backend services and APIs.Translate product requirements into technical solutions.Collaborate with QA, UX, Architects, and Product Owners.Write clean, maintainable code and automated tests.Improve codebase and fix bugs or performance issues. Desired...
Junior Project Manager (George – Onsite)
ENVIRONMENT:Are you an organizational ninja, tech-savvy problem solver, or natural-born planner? If you're ready to step into a fast-paced world of innovation and transformation—look no further! Our Client on the hunt for a Project Manager to join their dynamic and...
Full-Stack Developer (React /Ionic)
ENVIRONMENT:Are you a skilled Fullstack Developer looking to make your mark in a dynamic and thriving industry? Join a team at a well-established German IT services provider, with over 25 years of excellence in delivering top-notch solutions. They are seeking a...
Technical Business Analyst
Our client is seeking a Technical Business Analyst for a fully office-based position in Durban, with experience in SQL, SDLC, and C# or a similar programming language. Key Requirements 5+ years' experience overall.BSc/ BTech/ [URL Removed]SQLSDLCC# or SimilarAPI...
Senior C# Developer – Gauteng Braamfontein
Develop secure backend services and APIs.Translate product requirements into technical solutions.Collaborate with QA, UX, Architects, and Product Owners.Write clean, maintainable code and automated tests.Improve codebase and fix bugs or performance issues. Desired...
Junior Project Manager (George – Onsite) – Western Cape George
ENVIRONMENT:Are you an organizational ninja, tech-savvy problem solver, or natural-born planner? If you're ready to step into a fast-paced world of innovation and transformation—look no further! Our Client on the hunt for a Project Manager to join their dynamic and...
Full-Stack Developer (React /Ionic) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:Are you a skilled Fullstack Developer looking to make your mark in a dynamic and thriving industry? Join a team at a well-established German IT services provider, with over 25 years of excellence in delivering top-notch solutions. They are seeking a...
Technical Business Analyst – KwaZulu-Natal Durban Region
Our client is seeking a Technical Business Analyst for a fully office-based position in Durban, with experience in SQL, SDLC, and C# or a similar programming language. Key Requirements 5+ years' experience overall.BSc/ BTech/ [URL Removed]SQLSDLCC# or SimilarAPI...
Senior Software Engineer – Full Stack (Python/TypeScript) (Remote)
ENVIRONMENT:A highly experienced Senior Software Engineer – Full Stack – is sought by a cutting-edge FinTech company providing a seamless payment service to join its Commerce team. The team manages the end user experience for a customer to make a payment with the...
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