The gap is closing, but gender parity is still a century away
The global gender gap has closed to 68,8%, marking the strongest annual advancement since the Covid-19 pandemic. Yet full parity remains 123 years away at current rates, according to the World Economic Forum’s Global Gender Gap Report 2025. Iceland leads the rankings...
Stereotypes define perception of Africa
A new report reveals that everyday perceptions of Africa in the UK and the US are still largely shaped by outdated and negative stereotypes — with profound consequences for how people engage with the continent culturally and economically. “Stereotypes about Africa in...
SARS throws mandatory branch filing curveball
With the South African Revenue Service (SARS) now issuing auto-assessment notices to taxpayers, and filing season right around the corner, the tax world is a buzz with activity. All over, SARS and tax advisors are encouraging taxpayers to take proactive steps to...
Geo-distributed businesses using container development under attack
More than three quarters (85%) of geo-distributed companies in the Middle East, Turkiye and Africa (META) region using container development methods experienced cybersecurity incidents in the last 12-months, according to the latest Kaspersky study. These...
Strategy for Africa to unlock tech benefits set
Regulators have endorsed a set of guidelines to maximise the benefits of transformative information and communication technologies (ICTs) at the Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR-24) in Kampala. The "GSR-24 Best Practice Guidelines" agreed by ICT regulators include...
Google Translate adds more SA languages
Google Translate has expanded its support to include 110 new languages, including South Africa's TshiVenda and siSwati, bringing the total number of South African languages available to nine. Part of Google's 1,000 Languages Initiative, which uses AI models to support...
Nomad visas set to benefit SA tech industry
The new South African remote work, or digital nomad visa, could be a gamechanger for the local tech industry and entrepreneurs, providing a positive step towards positioning the country as a global hub for remote work, innovation and skills transfer. The visa, which...
OpenAI messaging systems breached in hack
A hacker gained access to details of OpenAI technologies in a cybersecurity breach earlier this year. However, it's believed that the systems used to house and build the company's artificial intelligence (AI) systems wasn't breached. The hack of the company's internal...
MEA enterprise technology key in US-China trade war
Two developments in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region have become signposts of a struggle between America and China involving enterprise technology: Huawei has become the first cloud vendor to create a cloud region in North Africa, and the UAE-based AI group G42...
Massive growth in data centre sales and value
The surging use of AI technologies, which require significant computing power and storage, has fueled a data centre boom, which is expected to continue in the following years. According to data presented by Stocklytics.com, the global data center market is expected to...
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Four ways banks can win the customer affinity battle
The confluence of economic pressures, the impact of the pandemic and the changing consumer habits brought by the Experience Economy trend is forcing banks to reimagine how they deliver products and services to customers. By Darrel Orsmond, financial services industry...
Clickatell celebrates 20th anniversary
Twenty years ago, Clickatell became the first company to connect the world's fastest growing commerce platform - the internet - with the world's fastest growing communications platform - the mobile phone. Today, Clickatell is pioneering chat commerce - the biggest...
Markets brace for US elections
The economics of the US elections are complex. One just has to look at the how decisions made on US soil affect global markets. Stocks rebounded to their highest levels in more than a month on the optimism of a $2,4-trillion stimulus package being ratified, but then...
Acronis plans to train one million people by 2022
Acronis, a global leader in cyber protection, has launched the Acronis #CyberFit Academy which plans to train one million people by 2022. The new training and certification programme is designed to deliver insights to channel partners in how to position, sell and...
Liquid Telecom Group, Africa Data Centres partner with Jarrett Appleby
Liquid Telecom and Africa Data Centres have announced a strategic partnership agreement with Jarrett Appleby, CEO of Appleby Strategy Group, as senior business development and transactional advisor for both companies. Appleby has served in this consulting role since...
Kyle Hauptfleisch appointed as Basalt Technology MD
Kyle Hauptfleisch has been appointed as the MD at Basalt Technology and, together with Wayne Zwiers, Basalt's founder and CEO, will lead the software development agency as it expands operations from Africa throughout the UK and Europe. Hauptfleisch has more than 15...
Rectron offers WANdisco’s enhanced cloud service
Rectron has extended its portfolio with the addition of WANdisco, a LiveData company. Through this strategic partnership, Rectron will deliver WANdisco's suite of products to enable cloud migration and continuous data availability, while providing data consistency for...
Intelligent storage key to unlocking agility
One of the main drivers behind cloud discussions is the need to improve agility, something which has never been more important for business given current uncertainties. By Eran Brown, chief technology officer: EMEA at Infinidat The public cloud enables this increased...
Vox, Protea Glen College equip disabled students with IT skills
Vox has announced an extension of its investment into the development of IT support skills for previously disadvantaged disabled learners at the Protea Glen College in Soweto. The company was the first to roll out fibre-to-the-home infrastructure in this part of South...
Thumbs up: you’re hired
Think that the use of a specific emoji colour is fine? Think that a black smiley used by a white person is acceptable? Think that sending an image of an eggplant is perfectly normal? The courts in countries like the US and France say no, and it's very likely that...
SAP ABAP (HCM) Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Our client is seeking a SAP ABAP (HCM) Developer, fully remote. Key Requirements 5years' experience.BSc/ BTech/ [URL Removed]SAPABAPHCMShould you meet the requirements for this position, please email your CV to [Email Address Removed] You can also contact the IT team...
Data Engineer
A leading brand in retail is seeking a Data Engineer to assist in designing and implementing scalable processes for managing large data sets. This is an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and have a direct impact on the business. Key...
Power BI Developer / Analyst
ENVIRONMENT:An esteemed company at the forefront of the Intelligent Process Automation (IPA) industry is presenting an enticing opening for a Business Intelligence Developer. This role entails crafting, building, and implementing reporting and analytical solutions...
Scrum Master
My client based in Bellville (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for a Scrum Master to join them on a fixed term contract IT / Finance Responsibilities Set up and facilitate all Agile ceremonies including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and...
Test Analyst
My client based in Bellville (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for a Test Analyst to join them on a fixed term contract IT / Finance Responsibilities Create detailed test plans and test cases based on functional and technical requirementsExecute manual and...
Full Stack Developer
Ready to showcase your versatility as a Full Stack Developer? Our client is looking for someone with the expertise to handle both frontend and backend development, delivering end-to-end solutions. If working remotely while contributing to innovative projects excites...
Data Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town Region
A leading brand in retail is seeking a Data Engineer to assist in designing and implementing scalable processes for managing large data sets. This is an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and have a direct impact on the business. Key...
Power BI Developer / Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town Region
ENVIRONMENT:An esteemed company at the forefront of the Intelligent Process Automation (IPA) industry is presenting an enticing opening for a Business Intelligence Developer. This role entails crafting, building, and implementing reporting and analytical solutions...
Scrum Master – Western Cape Bellville
My client based in Bellville (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for a Scrum Master to join them on a fixed term contract IT / Finance Responsibilities Set up and facilitate all Agile ceremonies including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and...
Test Analyst – Western Cape Bellville
My client based in Bellville (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for a Test Analyst to join them on a fixed term contract IT / Finance Responsibilities Create detailed test plans and test cases based on functional and technical requirementsExecute manual and...
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