AI features big in Telkom’s planning
Telkom says it has embraced artificial intelligence (AI) as a cornerstone of its digital transformation strategy, spending R46-million in this financial year aligning its AI initiatives with business strategy. “AI enables us to optimise operations, personalise...
AI-led businesses ignore humans at their peril
No-one would argue that artificial intelligence (AI) has taken the world by storm, but there is some irony in the fact that as more business functions - from data collection and analysis, to everyday operations - are performed digitally the more customers seek to...
Mobile units bring IDs to schools
Home Affairs deployed mobile offices to more than 1 600 schools during the first quarter of this year, allowing learners to apply for and receive their first identity cards and other documentation. The department says that 37 214 learners at 1 625 schools were able to...
Mustek warns of reduced earnings
Mustek has issued a trading statement informing shareholders that its headline earnings for the year ended 30 June 2024 are expected to be between 70% and 80% lower than reported in the comparative period last year. In June 2023, headline earnings per share were...
Mallox’s rise from private malware to RaaS
The recent rapid proliferation and increased sophistication of Mallox ransomware signals a pressing demand for organisations to urgently bolster their defences to protect their digital assets and mitigate risks, says Kaspersky. The security company’s latest report -...
JSE aims to find beneficiaries of R88,56bn in unclaimed funds
With R4,5-billion worth of unclaimed dividends due to South African investors, the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) is launching a nationwide initiative aimed at educating potential claimants about investing. The campaign seeks to empower individuals financially and...
All the winners at the 2024 FNF GreenPitch Challenge
Dragonfly (powered by Anisoptera) – an SMME that develops cutting-edge AI and IoT solutions for waste management companies to measure and manage their operations – has won the 7th annual FNF GreenPitch Challenge. By leveraging Dragonfly’s technology, customers are...
Logitech for Business looks to SA growth
Kathy Gibson reports - Logitech has successfully reinvented itself in the enterprise space with Logitech for Business offering market-leading accessories and video collaboration solutions. Loubna Imenchal, vice-president and head of Logitech for Business: Africa,...
Apple Intelligence comes standard on new iPhones
Apple’s new iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max feature Apple Intelligence, larger display sizes, new creative capabilities with pro camera features, graphics for immersive gaming, and more, powered by the A18 Pro chip. With Apple Intelligence, the iPhone includes...
Kalane Rampai to leave Microsoft SA
Kalane Rampai has stepped down as MD of Microsoft South Africa. According to a statement from the company , he has decided to pursue an opportunity outside of Microsoft. Lillian Barnard, current President of Microsoft Africa and previous MD of Microsoft South Africa,...
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Playschool startup achieves government accreditation plus international funding
The South African edutech startup Play Sense, which recently raised more than R8-million in international investment from an Africa-focused, gender-lensed venture capital fund, has now also become one of the first registered play-focused preschool franchises in the...
Cybersecurity trends to watch in 2021
In 2020, the world changed overnight in response to the Covid-19 pandemic. As more organisations adopted and accelerated digital strategies - and with most of us relying on the internet to go about our everyday life - cybercriminals were presented with a huge range of...
Communication will determine business success in 2021
The speed with which the C-Suite was tasked with managing monumental change as the Covid-19 pandemic took hold is unprecedented, writes Annelize van Rensburg, director: executive search at Signium Africa. One thing is becoming clear: no "new normal" is possible...
Data Sciences Corporation joins Commvault Authorised Support Program
Data Sciences Corporation has joined the ranks of Commvault Authorised Support Program (CASP) partners, becoming only the second organisation in South Africa to attain this status. "Our CASP partners are effectively an extension of Commvault, allowing us to provide...
How personal short-term insurance will evolve in 2021
The Covid-19 crisis has reshaped every industry in nearly every country in the world, and South Africa's car insurance market is no exception. By Ernest North, co-founder at Naked While short-term insurers have benefitted from reduced claims under the lockdown due to...
Explore Data Science Academy debuts Data Engineering course online
Explore Data Science Academy has added Data Engineering to its online training offerings. The 12-month course will provide applicants with the specific skill set required to become data engineers - a key role in the successful digital transformation of a business....
RoomRaccoon named world’s Best Hotel Management System
For the second year in a row Hotel Tech Report announced that RoomRaccoon has been awarded the prestigious HotelTechAward as Best Hotel Management System in the World. Besides being recognised as the number one Hotel Management System, RoomRaccoon was also awarded...
AI changing dynamics of healthcare
Globally, healthcare organisations have accelerated adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) with the ones still implementing frameworks planning to go live within 24 months. Hardly surprising given the improved consumer engagement that result from the technology. By...
CIOs should digitally remaster their supply chains for resilience
Forrester research has found that companies with high levels of digital maturity are four times more likely to achieve double-digit revenue growth. To meet the challenges of a second wave of digital disruption, where technologies like mobile, cloud and analytics are...
Trends that will shape 5G mobile data in 2021
Blinding encryption protocols, five-times mobile cloud gaming data traffic, a refocused 5G core and "seven-day weekend" traffic after people switched to lockdown home working are among the trends impacting mobile data in 2021. These are among the insights gathered by...
Senior Ruby on Rails Developer
ENVIRONMENT:Our client – a fast-moving, high-growth online loan underwriting company – is on the hunt for a Senior Ruby on Rails Developer who's not just great with code but also knows how to lead the way!If you're someone who thrives on building sleek, scalable web...
Remuneration & Information System Specialist – Gauteng Boksburg
Purpose of the job:Responsible for providing specialist technical leadership in remuneration and HR Information systems. In addition, takes the lead for planning, project coordination, management and support in developing a cost-effective human resources information...
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...
Full Stack Developer
Our client, a leader in their field, is seeking a seasoned Senior Full Stack Developer with 10+ years' experience in building enterprise-grade software solutions using the Microsoft technology stack. This role requires a developer who is technically proficient, highly...
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...
Full Stack Developer – KwaZulu-Natal Westville
Our client, a leader in their field, is seeking a seasoned Senior Full Stack Developer with 10+ years' experience in building enterprise-grade software solutions using the Microsoft technology stack. This role requires a developer who is technically proficient, highly...
ServiceNow Technical Specialist / Architect
The Company: An International ServiceNow consultancy is looking for an experienced ServiceNow Technical Specialist to join their expanding team in Cape Town. In this role, you will take the lead on the implementation and optimisation of ServiceNow modules, including...
Business Analyst
Our esteemed client in Pretoria is seeking a skilled Business Analyst for a 12-month hybrid position. In this pivotal role, the Business Analyst will be responsible for understanding and optimising processes within the Wealth Platform Operations and Oversight...
ServiceNow Technical Specialist / Architect – Western Cape Newlands
The Company: An International ServiceNow consultancy is looking for an experienced ServiceNow Technical Specialist to join their expanding team in Cape Town. In this role, you will take the lead on the implementation and optimisation of ServiceNow modules, including...
Business Analyst – Gauteng Centurion
Our esteemed client in Pretoria is seeking a skilled Business Analyst for a 12-month hybrid position. In this pivotal role, the Business Analyst will be responsible for understanding and optimising processes within the Wealth Platform Operations and Oversight...
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