Schneider Electric opens first African Innovation Hub
Schneider Electric has launched its first Innovation Hub in Africa. Based in Midrand, it is part of Schneider Electric’s global network of over 40 registered Innovation Hubs, providing an interactive environment where visitors can explore the company’s integrated...
Joburg is still Africa’s top data centre location
Johannesburg officially confirmed its position as Africa’s digital infrastructure powerhouse. The new Cushman & Wakefield 2025 Global Data Centre Market Comparison ranks Johannesburg as the continent’s leading data centre market and places it in the top 10...
E-waste to exceed 100m metric tons by 2030
The global e-waste management market will reach 101,3-million metric tons by 2030 - growing at a CAGR of 6,6% from 2024 to 2030 - according to a recent report from Grand View Research. The rapid pace of technological advancements significantly drives the growth of the...
Boosting consent and collaboration is key to ethical ancient DNA research
In a paper recently published in a peer-reviewed journal, Communications Biology, researchers from the University of Cape Town (UCT) and Yale University have argued for the implementation of informed proxy or relational autonomy consent in ancient human DNA research...
Strong growth predicted for AI in video surveillance
The global AI in video surveillance market will reach $28,76-billion by 2030, with a CAGR of 28,1% from 2024 to 2030, according to new research by Grand View Research. Rapid advancements in deep learning and computer vision technologies have significantly improved the...
Desco calls for consumer incentives in vape disposal
Desco Electronic Recyclers is urgently calling on producers, sellers, and retailers to incentivise consumers to return used vapes and e-cigarettes for proper disposal. With over 95% of these products ending up in landfills, Desco stresses the critical need for...
ACSA trains front-line workers to use sign language
Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) is collaborating with the South African National Deaf Association (SANDA) to provide sign language training to 130 front-line staff across ACSA's network, enhancing the accessibility and inclusivity of its airports. The training...
Behind the screens at the Las Vegas Sphere
Sphere is a new kind of entertainment medium in Las Vegas, captivating audiences with spectacular LED displays that cover nearly 750 000 square feet inside and outside the venue. Behind the screens, around 150 Nvidia RTX A6000 GPUs help power visuals on...
Serious concerns raised over 2022 census data
Professor Tom Moultrie and Emeritus Professor Rob Dorrington, demographers from the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Centre for Actuarial Research (CARe), have identified significant issues with the 2022 South African census. Their expertise, particularly in analysing...
Olympics will drive increased spend on cybersecurity in Europe
While previous Olympic games have faced cybersecurity threats, the Games of the XXXIII Olympiad - Paris 2024 - will see the largest number of threats, the most complex threat landscape, the largest ecosystem of threat actors, and the highest degree of ease for threat...
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UIF announces TERS forensic audit
On 27 November 2020, the UIF officially announced a forensic audit into TERS claims. The purpose of the audit is to verify the authenticity of TERS claims and to ensure that employees received the TERS benefits which were applied for by employers during the lockdown....
Technology can help fight SA’s GBV pandemic
South Africa's annual 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children is well underway, once again highlighting how the grave threat faced by the country's women has reached crisis levels. While statistics paint a grim picture, technology has a...
Technical advisory services for moving into the cloud
Adoption of public cloud technologies has accelerated dramatically in 2020, in response to the Covid-19 pandemic, among other factors. However, this rapid adoption has also magnified many barriers to successful implementation. One element contributing to failure is...
Remote services, support and maintenance crucial for WFH
Many organisations are reporting a significant boost in productivity, as well as a host of other benefits, as their employees continue to work remotely. By Barry Venter, CEO of Nashua According to Unilever Group CEO, Alan Jope, the company has seen a 41% increase in...
Predicting the future of work
No one could've predicted the challenges of 2020, and with a new year, comes a new set of challenges. Will a vaccine change the way we've learned to live and work? Will companies return to in-person work? And, will customers feel comfortable stepping into your store?...
Things to consider before attending the office party
The office holiday party may not be a big feature this year, however if your business is planning a year-end function, in light of the Covid-19 pandemic it is best to follow specific protocols to ensure everyone keeps safe and healthy. ManpowerGroup South Africa's MD...
WFH considerations in the year ahead
New data from the Tenant Profile Network (TPN) indicates that only half of South African commercial tenants are in good standing with their landlords. TPN tracks tenant payment behaviour in South Africa. Add this to the fact that the US media is reporting that one...
FlySafair taps into tech for customer experience
What's the one thing that people carry with them all the time? If you said a phone, you'd be correct. Whether it's checking a shopping list in a supermarket, passing the time while waiting for takeaways or walking from the kitchen to the lounge in our own homes, there...
Tech start-up achieves an African first
LocumBase, the independent online platform that brings medical practices and locum practitioners together through a simplified locum booking process, has secured funding from E ² Investments and Jozi Angels. Zulé Vuuren, LocumBase founder and chief energy officer,...
IITPSA president takes the reins at AfICTA
Thabo Mashegoane, has been elected as chairman of the Africa ICT Alliance (AfICTA). Formerly the vice-chairman of AfICTA, he succeeds Hossam Elgamal from Egypt to become the third chairman. AfICTA, a private sector-led alliance of ICT Associations, multinational...
Financial Systems Functional Analyst at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Job Description:The purpose of this role is to ensure that efficient, cost-effective business solutions and processes are in place to address business needs/requirements within the financial services sector. The role facilitates effective and competitive business...
Junior Server Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town
iOCO Infrastructure Services invites you to explore possibilities. We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Junior Server Engineer with expertise in Configuring and managing servers of mainly MS operating systems and related tasks in Azure.What you'll...
Senior Software Engineer (C# and .NET Core/.NET) at The Foschini Group – Western Cape Parow East
Package & RemunerationJOB DESCRIPTION Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain integration solutions using C# and .NET Core/.NET Framework. Build and manage APIs for data exchange, supporting both synchronous and asynchronous integrations. Implement...
Senior Cloud Data Engineer (CH1103) – Western Cape Cape Town
Our client, a leader in the media industry, is looking for Senior Cloud Data Engineer to join their dynamic and fast-paced team, where technology, content, and innovation shape South Africa's top digital, print, and ecommerce platforms.The client's team of engineers,...
Financial Systems Functional Analyst at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Western Cape Ladismith
Job Description:The purpose of this role is to ensure that efficient, cost-effective business solutions and processes are in place to address business needs/requirements within the financial services sector. The role facilitates effective and competitive business...
Systems Analyst – Remote
Key Duties and Responsibilities:Lead discovery sessions to map out current system landscapes and dependencies.Analyse application and integration frameworks, with focus on CRM, NOMS, and ticketing systems.Requirement gathering, solution design validation, incident...
Feature Analyst / Business Analyst
An exciting opportunity has arisen with our esteemed client in the financial services industry for a Feature / Business Analyst to join their team either in Cape Town or in Johannesburg. Non-negotiables are:5 years proven experience as a Feature Analyst or Business...
Senior C# Developer
Our client is seeking a Senior C# Developer for a hybrid role in Johannesburg. If you're skilled in building scalable applications and enjoy a flexible work setup, this is the role for you! Key Requirements 5+ years' experience overall.BSc/ BTech/ [URL Removed]C#...
SQL Developer – Full Stack
Are you a data wizard with a passion for full-stack development?We're looking for an SQL Developer – Full Stack for a fast-paced, 3-month contract. We're seeking a problem-solver who can optimize databases, develop seamless applications, and deliver high-quality...
Systems Analyst – Remote – Gauteng Braamfontein
Key Duties and Responsibilities:Lead discovery sessions to map out current system landscapes and dependencies.Analyse application and integration frameworks, with focus on CRM, NOMS, and ticketing systems.Requirement gathering, solution design validation, incident...
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