MTN issues trading statement
The MTN Group has issued a trading statement for the half year ended 30 June 2025, as it expects to report robust performance driven by strong commercial execution, disciplined capital allocation and improved macro conditions. Inflation and foreign exchange (forex)...
Google boosts African AI research
The University of Pretoria (UP) has received a $1-million donation from Google to support the African Institute for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (AfriDSAI) - a transdisciplinary research institute hosted within UP and led by Prof Vukosi Marivate, the Absa...
AI, cybersecurity taking centre stage among corporates
Global business sentiment witnessed a marginal improvement of 0,2% YoY during the second quarter (Q2) of 2024 and, while the technology, travel and tourism, and insurance sectors benefited from artificial intelligence (AI) driven innovations, challenges persisted in...
Hybrid working reduces holiday childcare stress
A study of over 1 000 working parents by International Workplace Group found that 61% said school holidays are stressful due to juggling childcare and work commitments. In contrast, 63% have their working life impacted by family routine during the holidays. This, in...
Bitcoin dominance ratio hits highest share since 2021
Despite significant price swings and fluctuations seen in April, June and the first weeks of August, Bitcoin's value has still jumped by roughly 51% year-to-date - adding nearly $450-billion to its market cap. Bitcoin's impressive performance and a double-digit price...
Remain vigilant! Banking scams are on the increase
As the countdown starts towards end of year festivities and that hard-earned holiday, the Southern African Fraud Prevention Services (SAFPS) is urging consumers to be vigilant - this time of the year is also peak season for fraudsters and scammers as they target...
Government commits to SDG alignment
Kathy Gibson reports – Government is taking the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) seriously, aligning the National Development Plan (NDP) and the Medium-Term Development Plan to the SDGs. The soon-to-be-released Medium-Term Development Plan will outline...
SA lags on SDGs, but private sector makes progress
Kathy Gibson reports - The private sector is making progress on attaining the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG), but there are still some significant challenges to overcome. Overall, South Africa has achieved just 17% of its goals, so there is still a tremendously...
Digitalisation a double-edged sword
Kathy Gibson reports - South Africa needs to keep up with global digitalisation, but the increased use of technology brings some serious challenges that need to be addressed. This is one of the conclusions from the 2024 Voluntary National Review on the Sustainable...
Executive confidence in IT wanes
IT leaders are preparing their organisations for accelerated generative AI adoption - but C-suite executives' confidence in their IT team's ability to deliver basic services is declining. A new IBM Institute for Business Value study of 2 500 of C-level technology...
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QR codes gain SA banks’ favour
Jonathan van der Merwe, Entersekt payments product manager, takes a look at the growth of the humble QR code and how it's popularity amongst merchants and shoppers alike is forcing banks and regulators to pay it more attention. Scanning a QR code to quickly pay for...
The perils of legacy software for retailers adopting digital journeys
In the devastating wake of the global pandemic, companies across industries are grappling with the economic impact - and few more so than the embattled retail sector. By Allan Dickson, independent chairman at redPanda Software Without a doubt, 'making the numbers' is...
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...
Power Systems Consultant – Western Cape Cape Town CBD
Our client is a specialist energy consultancy fuelled by dedicated power system experts, they bring extensive experience to a diverse range of power generation projects. They are known to partner with leading renewable energy developers, offering you the chance to...
Technology Consultant – JHB East Rand – Gauteng Primrose
Leading medical supplier requires an Technology Consultant for the Johannesburg East Rand Area.Develop & understand how to maintain and develop current business and seeking new business.Sales and Marketing of all products in the designated range.Attending theatre...
Senior Mobile Developer (ITC-28) – Gauteng Centurion
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Mobile Developer with extensive experience in Flutter and a strong background in developing both standalone and integrated mobile applications. This role requires a developer confident in complex integrations and contributing to...
.Net Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Our client is seeking a .Net Developer to develop new products and features and to maintain existing web applications. Key Requirements Bachelor's degree or diploma in software engineering2-6 yrs development experienceExperience with C#, Net Core / .Net 9Experience...
Intermediate Full-Stack Java Developer (ITC-18) – Gauteng Centurion
We are seeking an Intermediate Full-Stack Java Developer with strong back-end development expertise and secondary exposure to front-end technologies. The ideal candidate will have experience in enterprise-level Java systems, including CORBA and EJB, and be comfortable...
Test Analyst
We are looking for a meticulous and driven Test Analyst to join our team and contribute to the delivery of robust, high-quality software solutions. In this role, you will be responsible for planning and executing comprehensive testing strategies, both manual and...
Test Analyst (Expert) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Join a Leading IT Innovation Hub in the Motor Industry – Test Analyst (Expert) Location: Midrand / Menlyn / Home Office rotationOur clients in the motor industry are seeking an Expert Test Analyst to join a dynamic and forward-thinking IT hub that delivers world-class...
Technology Consultant – JHB West Rand
Leading medical supplier requires an Technology Consultant for the Johannesburg West Rand Area.Develop & understand how to maintain and develop current business and seeking new business.Sales and Marketing of all products in the designated range.Attending theatre...
Intermediate Mobile Developer (ITC-27)
We are looking for an experienced Mobile Developer with strong Flutter skills and a solid understanding of mobile application integration. The successful candidate will contribute to the development of both standalone and integrated mobile applications within a...
Python Developer
Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Python Developer to join their development team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable and high-performance backend systems. You will play a key role in...
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