Digital divide hinders service delivery to poor communities
The spread of digital technology has changed how services are delivered, but not always in ways that benefit everyone equally. At present, the system often tilts in favour of service providers and wealthier groups, leaving poorer or rural communities at a...
Cyberattacks on SMBs nearly double in 2025
There has been a dramatic escalation in the number of cyberattacks targeting SMBs who faced nearly twice as many weekly incidents in the first half of the year compared to the same period last year. This is according to cybersecurity organisation Guardz’s Mid-Year...
Euro spending on AI to hit $133bn
According to a new forecast from the Worldwide AI and Generative AI Spending Guide published by International Data Corporation (IDC), European spending on artificial intelligence (AI) is projected to reach $133-billion by 2028, growing at a compound annual growth rate...
Expect short-term market volatility after US elections
Despite the hype around the widely-publicised build-up to the US election, numerous analysts and high-profile investors are downplaying the impact of the election outcome on global markets. Speaking on whether he thinks the ripple effects will be large enough to...
Brain drain worsens SA’s significant skills gap
Kathy Gibson reports – The global digital economy is driving a growing need for IT skills – and this is exacerbating the many skills challenges facing the South African market. This is among the headline findings of the latest Institute of IT Professionals of South...
Digital initiatives still fail to meet expectations
On average, only 48% of digital initiatives enterprise-wide meet or exceed their business outcome targets. This is one of the findings from Gartner’s annual global survey of more than 3 100 CIOs and technology executives, and more than 1 100 executive leaders outside...
Chain of thought prompting jobs in demand
Chain of thought (CoT) prompting is a technique that enhances the capabilities of large language models (LLMs) by guiding them through a structured thought process. With the increasing demand for advanced AI applications, several job opportunities are emerging in this...
AI facial filters could change who we find attractive
We can use them to alter lighting, smooth out our complexion and even change our hair colour, but now researchers have found that artificial intelligence (AI) facial filters, when used in real time, could even have the power to influence who we are attracted to. A new...
Google increases investment in African AI skills
Google has announced it will provide $5,8-million in Google.org funding to support foundational AI and cybersecurity training this year across Nigeria, Kenya, and South Africa. According to Google president: EMEA Matt Brittin, the funding will support organisations...
Magnets are reshaping rare earth supply, demand, recovery
The EU, US, Japan, and numerous other regions identify rare earth elements as critical materials due to growing supply risks and their increasing economic importance in the green transition. Although critical rare earth elements have diverse technology applications –...
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Infobip rated as a Tier One SMS firewall vendor
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Digital banking helps Capitec to strong growth
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Sub-Saharan Africa M&A transactions totalled $6,1bn in Q1
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Framing IT services to meet stakeholder needs
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Homegrown Luno continues SA growth
Global cryptocurrency exchange Luno added almost 1-million new South African customers during 2020, and more than 250 000 so far in 2021. It has achieved 300% year-on-year growth compared to January 2020 and recorded $8,3-billion in transactions worldwide. Luno...
Rubrik for Microsoft 365 delivers recoveries at scale
Microsoft 365 is one of the most widely used solutions for email, collaboration and document storage in large enterprises. At the same time, Microsoft doesn't provide its own backup and restore offering, but instead encourages third-party vendors to provide their own...
Intermediate Business Analyst at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Centurion
Role PurposeAs an Intermediate Business Analyst, you'll bridge business needs and technology, driving value for The Client. Your expertise will transform complex business requirements into clear, actionable technical solutions, ensuring seamless integration and...
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Background:Wits Health Consortium (Pty) Limited ("WHC") is a wholly-owned Company of the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg (South Africa) under its Faculty of Health Sciences. WHC provides Faculty with a legal framework within which to operate the research...
Data Administrator (12 Months Contract – WHC) – Gauteng Johannesburg
Background:Wits Health Consortium (Pty) Limited ("WHC") is a wholly-owned Company of the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg (South Africa) under its Faculty of Health Sciences. WHC provides Faculty with a legal framework within which to operate the research...
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Security Infrastructure / Network SpecialistGiving back has never been more rewarding and using your tech skillsR 800,000 - R 1,100,000 per annumJoin a revolutionary company democratizing internet access in townships . As an Intermediate Security Engineer, you'll have...
Data Engineer at CoSauce
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Network Security Engineer Senior – Western Cape Western Cape
Security Infrastructure / Network SpecialistGiving back has never been more rewarding and using your tech skillsR 800,000 - R 1,100,000 per annumJoin a revolutionary company democratizing internet access in townships . As an Intermediate Security Engineer, you'll have...
Data Engineer at CoSauce – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Are you a data wizard fluent in SQL, scripting, and database transformations? Do you love building clean data pipelines and translating messy data into structured, meaningful insights? We're looking for a Data Engineer to join our fast-moving team and play a critical...
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Our client, a prestigious turnkey engineering solutions company, focuses on steel fabrication, seeks to employ a Project Manager, with a solid background in the fabrication of steel structures, piping, marine repair and bulk storage tanker, to join their dynamic and...
Java Developer (Intermediate)(CH1139) – Western Cape Stellenbosch
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