Beware the gap between perceived AI readiness and DR capability

Software-as-a-service (SaaS) data protection is seen as a high priority when implementing AI solutions – but a survey of senior IT decision-makers has revealed a gap between perceived readiness and tested, validated disaster recovery capability. This is among the...

As cost pressures mount, consumers shift spend to essentials

South African consumers are adjusting their financial behaviour in response to ongoing cost pressures, with TransUnion's Q1 2026 Consumer Pulse Study revealing meaningful shifts in how households spend, save and manage credit. While many households remain under...

Memory and SSD shortage set to impact SA

The memory and SSD crisis is real – and it’s broader and faster‑moving than many in the IT industry expect. This is the stark warning from Craig Nowitz, CEO of Syntech, who recently returned from the Hong Kong electronics shows and a week of factory visits in China....

Your next smartphone could be powered by a recycled toaster

For the past 20 years, the consumer electronics playbook has been simple: make it smaller, make it faster, and seal it shut. Manufacturers utilised industrial adhesives, proprietary screws, and integrated designs to create sleek devices that were virtually impossible...

Integrating AI in apps a headache for software engineers

Seventy-seven percent of engineering leaders identify building AI capabilities into applications to improve features and functionality as a significant or moderate pain point, according to a survey by Gartner. The survey also found that the use of AI tools to augment...

Microsoft, Nvidia accelerate agentic AI innovation

Agentic AI is redefining scientific discovery and unlocking research breakthroughs and innovations across industries and, through deepened collaboration, Nvidia and Microsoft are delivering advancements that accelerate agentic AI-powered applications from the cloud to...

Strategic supply chain value goes beyond cost savings

To permanently establish supply chain's strategic role within the organisation, chief supply chain officers (CSCOs) must identify new opportunities to deliver value, beyond cost savings, according to Gartner. Gartner has revealed four high impact areas to focus on to...

Technology boosts the education market

The global education technology market is expected to reach $348,41-billion by 2030 - growing at a CAGR of 13,4% from 2024 to 2030 - according to a new report by Grand View Research. The process of learning is evolving gradually in line with advances in technology....

Public cloud market continues to billow

Worldwide revenue for the public cloud services market totaled $669,2-billion in calendar year 2023 - an increase of 19,9% compared to 2022 - according to new data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Semiannual Public Cloud Services Tracker. The...

AI set to free up healthcare workers

As much as 15% of the current healthcare workforce hours will be subject to automation by 2030. The growing reliance on AI is primarily due to the swelling patient population and a shorter pool of health specialists, according to analysis by Stocklytics.com. The...

Tech investment key to SARS maintaining its capabilities

PwC South Africa has launched its seventh annual Taxing Times Survey - open to all corporate taxpayers and which aims to assess their interactions with the South African Revenue Service (SARS), identify the organisation's strengths, and highlight areas or processes...

PC, smartphone sales slump continues – but market will recover

The last three years have been challenging for the PC and smartphone industry - and 2024 isn't looking much better, says Stocklytics. After shifting back and forth, the global demand for new devices is expected to plunge again this year causing a new revenue drop and...

Colourful plastics may lead to more microplastics

Plastics with bright colours such as red, blue, and green degrade to form microplastics quicker than those with plainer colours, researchers from the University of Cape Town (UCT) and the University of Leicester have demonstrated. The findings reveal that the...

Cybercriminals using Dropbox to target finance staff

A multistep phishing scheme aimed at employees that process financial documentation has been discovered by Kaspersky which says it begins when victims receive an email from the legitimate address of an auditing firm. This initial interaction is intended to make the...

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Tarsus on Demand launches ISV competition

Disruptive South African tech start-ups have been headlining news for several years. In a move to contribute to the ongoing growth of this entrepreneurial community, Tarsus on Demand is launching a competition for independent software vendors (ISVs). The competition,...

Leviathan Viral Testing Africa adds Biotime antibody tests

Leviathan Viral Testing Africa has added the Biotime range of Covid-19 antibody tests to its portfolio. The company is also the exclusive African distributor of the LifeCase PCR testing solution manufactured by Evotech-Mirai Genomics (EMG). The Biotime range will be...

Massive mobile fraud problem identified in SA

Paris-based anti-fraud firm Evina has determined that one out of every three mobile subscription attempts in South Africa is fraudulent. South African cellular users are very often subscribed to mobile services without their consent, the company says. After Kenya,...

Audi connect due to launch in SA

Audi connect will be introduced into the local market with the imminent arrival of the new Audi A4 which is due in October. The technology brings real-time online connectivity to the driving experience with a host of features linking the car, driver and environment...

Will banking brands disappear in the drive for digital integration?

As the march of technology advances in almost every facet of human life - from online shopping to financial transactions to e-learning - major, traditional brands that were built on their physical and market presence are forced to adjust to potential disruption. By...

Covid-19 ramps up cyber risks in education

The societal value of an educational institution is progressively being pitted against the need for it to maintain its operations in an increasingly punitive and litigious environment. Covid-19 and subsequent lockdowns have forced educational entities to reshape their...

Reward strategies beat remote working obstacles

With the sudden emergence of Covid-19, companies once hesitant to embrace remote working arrangements have been forced to allow employees to operate from home. "The results have been surprisingly positive, leaving some organisations to wonder why they didn't do it...

Data lakes key to removing friction points in the supply chain

The supply chain in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) space has traditionally been highly siloed, characterised by a lack of visibility across the different areas. By Andrew Dawson, MD of Cognizance This has resulted in minimal line of sight from the manufacturer...

Weigh up the risks of closure and opening

The coronavirus pandemic has impacted African businesses and their employees - closing many operations. With businesses in many African countries reopening after a period of inactivity, it is important that they remain vigilant about the risk environment in order to...

Project Manager at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

About the Role:As a Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in steering the successful execution of software development projects through the entire Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). You will be responsible for meticulous project planning, resource...

Senior IT Auditor – Remote Remote

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled Senior IT Auditor to join a dynamic and growing team of professionals. The role requires a confident, well-spoken communicator with a strong background in IT auditing. This position is client-facing and demands high...

Front end developer

Seeking a skilled, talented and passionate Front end developer to join our clients team in Cape Town. Your expertise in mobile app development using React Native, could make a significant impact. Key Requirements: Minimum of 6 years of experience professional...

Software Developer – Senior (.Net) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client, a specialised IT firm, partners with organisations to tackle substantial enterprise-level business, system, or project challenges. Their approach combines a proactive "start-now" philosophy with agile development and just-in-time design...

Implementation Specialist at Parvana Recruitment

About the client:This forward-thinking property developer is highly successful and growing rapidly building on the principles of design excellence, sustainability, and community enrichment, their developments boast beautiful and intuitively designed apartments...

Data Analyst at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Over the past 20 years, our client has built a stellar reputation in the development and system integration space. Through their extremely ethical values, they have earned the trust and respect of their clients. They prioritise finding effective...

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