Call for better digital rights protection
South Africa should consider tighter legislation similar to a ground-breaking proposal by Denmark to respond to the challenges of Generative AI by ensuring the protection of individual rights and mitigate AI-enabled social engineering. This has become even more...
Turning geography into opportunity: new priorities for landlocked economies
A United Nations summit focused on the future of landlocked developing countries aims to address the persistent barriers these economies face in trade, logistics and investment. UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD), led by Secretary-General Rebeca Grynspan, laid out a...
Mixed bag for Ethernet switch and router markets
Worldwide Ethernet switch revenues declined 14,1% year over year in the second quarter of 2024 (2Q24) to $10,2-billion but rose 15.4% compared to the first quarter of 2024. Total worldwide enterprise and service provider (SP) router revenues declined 30,6% year over...
Telecom leaders redefine the industry with network APIs
Some of the world’s largest telecom operators, including América Móvil, AT&T, Bharti Airtel, Deutsche Telekom, Orange, Reliance Jio, Singtel, Telefonica, Telstra, T-Mobile, Verizon and Vodafone, together with Ericsson have announced a new venture to combine and...
Positive picture for business travel going forward
Forty percent of businesses plan to increase their travel in FY25 (July to June), while 42% of customers intend to increase their travel spend versus last year, according to a landmark State of the Market survey for Flight Centre Corporate. Utilising the innovative...
Open source AI set to drive new innovation
Kathy Gibson reports from Red Hat Summit in Johannesburg – Artificial intelligence (AI) has been the big IT buzzword for the last year and is ready to become a mainstream technology that can help organisations solve their IT and business challenges. Dion Harvey,...
Virtualisation is back in the spotlight
Kathy Gibson reports from Red Hat Summit in Johannesburg – Just a couple of years ago, few would have believed that virtualisation would be a pressing topic in 2024. “But virtualisation is back on the agenda - and it’s bigger than ever,” says Bruce Busansky,...
AI, adaptability top priorities for SMEs
The ability to adapt to rapidly changing external circumstances and leverage powerful new technologies are key to the growth and success of African small and medium enterprises (SMEs), according to a new report by SAP. Cameron Beveridge, head of mid-market at SAP MEA...
Marketplaces set to shake up omnichannel retail
South African manufacturers and retailers are starting to look more carefully at how digital platforms such as e-commerce marketplaces, super apps and social commerce can form part of an omnichannel strategy to reach consumers wherever they are. Those that can...
Young scientists compete for top honours at Eskom Expo International Science Fair
Hundreds of bright young minds from 35 regions across South Africa and various other countries are set to participate in this year's Eskom Expo for Young Scientists International Science Fair (ISF) for an opportunity to achieve top recognition and win life-changing...
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Getting to grips with the 5G backhaul economy
As we navigate our way through the Covid-19 pandemic, we are finding that economic and social survival is tied to the ability to work and play at a distance. If ever there was a time for a revolutionary new internet technology to take hold, now would seem to be that...
Emtel and NEC XON deploy Mauritius’ biggest SD-WAN
Emtel, the telecom operator in Mauritius, has partnered with NEC XON to deploy the biggest SD-WAN in the country, which has reduced the corporate customer’s connectivity costs by between 30% to 40%, together with the provision of a secured network. The SD-WAN serves...
Avoiding common mistakes while crafting the ultimate customer experience
Creating a memorable customer experience is fast becoming a top priority for businesses – and for good reason. Reynhardt Uys, chief experience officer of Immersion Group, notes that customers no longer base their loyalty on price or product alone. Instead, they stay...
PayFast launches new funding service with Retail Capital
Online payment gateway, PayFast has launched a new merchant-financing service in partnership with local fintech lender, Retail Capital, called Easy Advance. The service is designed to help merchants leverage short-term working capital to grow their business, without...
Mineworkers Investment Company commits U$10m to Knife Capital fund
Mineworkers Investment Company (MIC) has committed $10-million to venture capital firm Knife Capital’s new African Series B expansion fund, Knife Fund III. The Fund’s aim is to invest behind the aggressive expansion of African innovation-driven companies and fill a...
SA digital startup adds concierge service
Tech start-up E-FFICIENCY has launched a South African-designed end-to-end concierge service for home improvement that allows customers to discuss projects; get instant quotations; make secure payments. The service is based in Facebook Messenger. E-FFICIENCY CEO Raeef...
KID Group establishes Cape & Coastal presence
South African data specialists the Knowledge Integration Dynamics Group of companies (KID) has opened a new office in Cape Town, to serve clients in the Cape & Coastal region. Yolanda Komen, now GM: KID Cape & Coastal, says the move brings more personal...
ACSA outlines plans to improve liquidity
The adverse impact of Covid-19 on global aviation led to Airports Company South Africa revising its strategy and financial plan as far back as April 2020. This was because of global travel bans and border closures which led to no passenger flights for a period of four...
Social innovation award winners announced
Meat Naturally and Agricool Finance were awarded joint first place in the 10th Annual Social Innovation Awards, while Leafline Washable Sanitary Wear scooped first place in the Disability Empowerment Awards. All three winners were awarded R1.3 million in grant...
SARS’ lifeline can save SMEs from drowning in tax debt
In these uncertain times many small to medium enterprises (SMEs) do not have the financial means to settle large debts which have accrued to the South African Revenue Service (SARS), be it in light of the crippling Covid-19 pandemic, or due to long outstanding debts....
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ENVIRONMENT:Our client is redefining the parking industry by transforming parking lots into smart, digital spaces. Their advanced technology leverages license plate recognition, management software, and digital payments to deliver seamless parking experiences. Based...
Data Engineer Analyst (FinSurv) – EvdB – Gauteng Pretoria
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Backend Python Developer (CT – Onsite) – Western Cape Cape Town
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Full Stack Developer
The Full Stack Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable web, desktop and mobile applications using .NET, Java for Android, and SQL. This role involves working on both front-end and back-end components, ensuring seamless integration,...
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This is a remote position.About our client:Our client is a professional management consultancy and IT services provider, focused on delivering creative and innovative digital solutions. Their client base includes both startups and large corporations, but their mission...
Full Stack Developer – Gauteng Pretoria
The Full Stack Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable web, desktop and mobile applications using .NET, Java for Android, and SQL. This role involves working on both front-end and back-end components, ensuring seamless integration,...
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Our client is a dynamic international company with its head-office based in Century City, Cape Town. PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A HYBRID POSITION AND ONLY CANDIDATES RESIDING IN CAPE TOWN ON START DATE WILL BE CONSIDERED.A 2nd Line Support Engineer is a professional who...
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A well-established and reputable multi-disciplinary engineering and project management organization specializing in innovative solutions for the mining industry is seeking a highly capable Project Manager with deep experience in shaft-related projects. This is a...
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