Most banks are exploring GenAI
Improving operating efficiency is the most common reason banks are considering using generative artificial intelligence (GenAI). Banks are also considering using GenAI to improve customer experience and drive business growth. These are among the key finding from a...
Africa’s short-term outlook is resilient
Africa’s economy is projected to increase from 3,3%growth in 2024 to 3,9% in 2025, reaching 45 in 2026, despite mounting geopolitical uncertainties and trade tensions, according to the African Development Bank Group’s flagship 2025 African Economic Outlook report....
Julian Assange could be going home soon
A close to 15-year legal stand-off between Julian Assange and US authorities could be drawing to a close with news that the WikiLeaks founder has agreed to plead guilty to charges of illegally obtaining and disclosing national security material in exchange for his...
AI skilling among major risks for SA employers
Organisations in South Africa face a range of employee-related risks which could, if left unaddressed, have a dramatic impact on their future success. A global report from Mercer Marsh Benefits, People Risk 2024, draws on the views of 4 575 human resources (HR) and...
SolarAfrica breaks ground on solar farm
Independent power producer SolarAfrica Energy has broken ground on its first utility-scale solar farm based in the Northern Cape. Phase 1 of the SunCentral project will total around 342MW in generation capacity, with Phases 2 and 3 bringing the total size to 1GW and...
No firm date yet for Boeing Starliner return
NASA and Boeing are adjusting the return to Earth of the Starliner Crew Flight Test spacecraft with agency astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams from the International Space Station. They haven't decided on a date yet, but confirm it will only be after the 2 July...
Private 5G network market to reach $36,08bn by 2030
The global private 5G network market size is estimated to reach $36,08-billion by 2030, registering a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 54,1% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new study by Grand View Research. Significantly growing demand for ultra-reliable...
New board for WASPA
The Wireless Application Service Providers' Association (WASPA), an independent self-regulatory body for mobile application and service providers in South Africa, has announced the appointment of its new board for the upcoming year. The announcement also coincides...
Chang’e brings back samples from the dark side of the Moon
A Chinese craft carrying samples of material from the dark side of the Moon has touched down on Earth. Chang'e 6 is a lunar lander and sample return mission that landed on the far side of the Moon within the South Pole Aitken Basin. It launched on 3 May 2024 on a Long...
AI could be key to achieving global connectivity
Artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to help bring online the 2,6-billion people still not connected to the Internet, according to The State of Broadband 2024 from the Broadband Commission for Sustainable Development. The first part of the Broadband Commission...
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Multi-channel approach improves employee experience for remote workforces
As the Covid-19 pandemic irrevocably redefined the way we communicate and work, remote working and mobile workforces have become central to doing business in the new normal. By Dharshan Naidoo, SADC sales team lead at Infobip Africa This means that organisations are...
Reforms needed for oil & gas uptick
Across the world, the Covid-19 pandemic, along with its subsequent travel restrictions and historic crash in oil prices, is deferring major final investment decisions and billions of dollars of capital that were expected to flow into Africa's energy industry. Or is it...
The insurance journey of tomorrow
Disruption taking place through isolated digital innovations are a thing of the past. Instead, a complete digital policyholder journey is becoming the expectation within insurance. By Ben Burger, managing executive at SilverBridge HoldingsThis can be attributed to how...
Airtel Zambia, Ericsson partner to drive responsible e-waste disposal
Airtel Networks Zambia Plc has partnered with Ericsson on a 'Product Take-Back' program to minimize the potential environmental impact associated with the disposal of decommissioned electrical equipment. The Product Take-Back program is part of Ericsson's...
Omnichannel commerce: reframing the future
Before up became down and up again as the landscape shifted societally, culturally and economically at a rush rate as Covid-19 bust through the gates, South African e-commerce had anticipated a year on year growth. The value at that time was sitting with apparel,...
Communications sector needs clarity, not obfuscation
While the recently-released Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) Commission Report by communications minister Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams makes all the right noises, it fails to produce proactive ideas and concrete action plans, says Victor Stephanopoli, MzansiSat chairman....
Think data protection and POPIA compliance will come
Information security and data privacy are at the core of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). Companies that prioritise the safeguarding of their proprietary and customer data will benefit from better business resilience in the face of increased...
Steps to scale up investment in sustainable development outlined
Global Investors of Sustainability Development (GISD) Alliance co-chair and CEO of the Johannesburg Stock Exchange, Dr Leila Fourie says the decision by the GISD to scale-up sustainable investments globally will be of great benefit to developing countries on the...
Background screening vital for contract employees
The recently introduced Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Amendment Bill is expected to bring more protection for contract employees like domestic workers, gardeners, nannies, and au pairs, etc. With employers facing increased responsibilities and...
From demo to done: BI solution built during lockdown
Business intelligence (BI) software distributor AIGS Insights, in collaboration with Bongani Rainmaker, a project management company, delivered a complete reporting and BI solution to a customer using Yellowfin technology - from initial demonstration to full...
Analyst Programmer – Gauteng Turffontein
Looking for an ANALYST PROGRAMMER (FIXED TERM CONTRACT)MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:Matric (Grade 12)Good attendance and reliability. BASIC WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:Minimum 3 years or more - Natural Programming experienceCompletion of a recognized programming course or...
Software Developer – Gauteng Fourways
Job Title: Software DeveloperLocation: JohannesburgContract type: Contract (12-Month Contract)Hybrid Our client is seeking a Software Developer to join the team on a 12-month contract. This role is ideal for a motivated individual who is eager to gain hands-on...
Lead Python Backend Engineer
The role of the Lead Serverless Backend Engineer is responsible for understanding requirements and leading the design and development of solutions under a serverless architecture model. The Serverless Backend Engineer reports directly to the Product Owner and the...
SalesForce Solution Architect at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Join Our Dynamic Team as a Salesforce Technical Architect!Are you a Salesforce expert with a passion for designing cutting-edge solutions across multiple platforms? Ready to lead the charge in creating secure, scalable, and high-performance technical architecture?...
Automation Engineer (Azure Pipelines & Selenium) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
We are looking for a skilled Automation Engineer with proven experience in designing, maintaining, and troubleshooting CI/CD automation pipelines in an Azure Cloud environment. You will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth execution of automated test scripts...
UX/UI Designer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Seeking a UX/UI Designer with experience in Financial Services or Insurance. The role involves designing complex digital solutions, wireframing, user flows, and working in an Agile environment with production support and system interfaces. Key Requirements BSc in...
MIS Specialist & IT Systems Project Manager – Gauteng Rosebank
The ObjectiveWe are looikng for an individual who possesses BOTH Credit MIS Analysis AND IT Project Management Skills. The position reports to the Head of Department. Credit MIS SpecialistThe incumbent is required to independently manage the entire MIS process for a...
Business Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town Region
My client based in Cape Town (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for a Business Analyst to join them on a fixed term contract IT / Finance Responsibilities Knowledge of SharePoint / web implementations would be an advantageIdentify business problems,...
Senior Software Engineer – Western Cape Stellenbosch
ENVIRONMENT:A full-service digital agency based in Reading, UK, The Hague, Netherlands and Stellenbosch, South Africa who strategizes, designs, and develops digital solutions for the private and public sectors is seeking to employ a Senior Software Engineer who will...
Senior IT Administrator (MiKroTik)
We are looking to hire an experienced Senior IT Administrator with 3rd level experience with a proven track record of ensuring optimal IT operations and infrastructure reliability. Skilled in deploying and maintaining complex network systems, managing server...
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