Does Africa have the skills to benefit from AI?
Africa stands to reap substantial benefits from artificial intelligence (AI) – but only if organisations are able to skill up in time. This is among the findings from a new SAP report, ‘Africa’s AI Skills Readiness Revealed’, which provides research into how African...
Today is Tax Freedom Day
The Free Market Foundation (FMF) has announced 16 May 2025 as this year’s Tax Freedom Day: the day that hardworking South Africans finally stop toiling to pay their taxes, and start earning for themselves. The FMF has marked this day since 1997 to shine a light on the...
Massive growth forecast for data lake market
The global data lake market size is anticipated to reach $59,89-billion by 2030 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 23,8% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The rise of data lake house architectures is a significant trend in the...
Intel powers China’s intelligent cockpit market
Intel will collaborate with Neusoft and ThunderSoft to develop new solutions based on Intel's AI-enhanced software-defined vehicle (SDV) system-on-chip (SoC) to power the intelligent cockpit of next-generation vehicles for automakers. The efforts will combine each...
Harnessing a sales culture can drive performance
Harnessing an organisation's sales culture can lead to improved sales performance, according to Gartner. "Culture is often an afterthought for sales leaders - it's something that just exists, but is off track or isn't actively managed," says Shayne Jackson, senior...
International tourism close to pre-pandemic levels
International tourist arrivals reached 97% of pre-pandemic levels in the first quarter of 2024. According to UN Tourism, more than 285-million tourists travelled internationally in January-March, about 20% more than the first quarter of 2023, underscoring the sector's...
Automated material handling equipment market hit $114,45bn by 2030
The global automated material handling equipment market size is anticipated to reach $114,45-billion by 2030, projected to grow at a CAGR of 9,7% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The increasing labour costs in many countries are...
Euclid space mission brings the Universe into focus
Euclid, has sent back new views of the Universe, demonstrating the ESA (European Space Agency) space mission’s ability to unravel the secrets of the cosmos and enable scientists to hunt for rogue planets, use lensed galaxies to study mysterious matter, and explore the...
Google expands African connectivity with Umoja
With the launch of the first fibre route to directly connect Africa with Australia - Umoja - Google says it will increase digital connectivity, accelerate economic growth, and deepen resilience across Africa. Anchored in Kenya, the Umoja cable route will pass through...
CFOs must get past these enterprise AI stalls
Investments in AI are at an all-time high with the market set to double to $300-billion by 2027, but chief financial officers (CFOs) adopting the technology are unlikely to realize the anticipated enterprise benefits unless they mitigate four common stalls that hinder...
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Guard against identity theft
Everyone is fair (and likely) game when it comes to identity theft. That is true at the best of times, but the Covid-19 pandemic has only intensified cyber fraudsters' hunt for the susceptible and vulnerable. By Alain Tshal, district manager: sub-Sahara Africa at F5...
Nedbank debuts tap on phone
Nedbank has unveiled its new tap-on-phone functionality that allows all merchants and business owners to convert their mobile phones into payment acceptance devices. Tap on phone makes it easier for small- and medium-sized businesses to use their compatible...
Salesforce introduces Salesforce Anywhere
While companies, governments and organisations are slowly returning to their offices, the Covid-19 pandemic has changed the future of work forever. In fact, nearly 70% of people believe the pandemic will permanently change the nature of work and more than 50% say that...
Will risk appetite weather the pandemic?
Enterprise risk management is in its nature intended to manage risks of an organisation holistically. By Lindiwe Magobholi, IRMSA member It is a reality that for many years enterprise risk management has struggled, with some organisations still battling to keep its...
GirlCode to host Inaugural Virtual Hackathon
The global pandemic Covid-19's impact on the vulnerable populations of our country is unprecedented, reminding us that the only thing that is constant is change. This year more than ever, we realise the importance of technology in our lives. With various lockdown...
Securing mobile working in healthcare
Dramatic developments in digital technologies have fuelled the growth and need for a mobile workforce, with the number of mobile workers predicted to climb to 1,87-billion by 2022 - accounting for almost half (42,5%) of the global workforce. By Ronald Ravel, director:...
Metrofibre Networx launches smart security solution
Metrofibre Networx has launched Metro-i, a turnkey smart security solution using advanced camera technology to deliver real-time security information to onsite physical and monitoring security partners in private residential estates, residential and commercial...
Paxful partners with global cryptocurrency exchange
Peer-to-peer bitcoin marketplace Paxful has joined forces with OKEx, one of the world's largest and most diverse cryptocurrency spot and derivatives exchanges. The strategic partnership will offer several payment methods for new and existing OKEx users to buy bitcoin...
Rectron signs up H3C distribution in SA
Rectron has become the South African distributor for H3C, which provides a portfolio of digital infrastructure products and solutions for digital transformation. Rectron will give the IT channel access to H3C's digital infrastructure products and solutions, and the...
Orange Business Services helps ZIM improve customer experience in cargo shipping
ZIM Integrated Shipping has extended its contract with Orange Business Services for cloud-based contact centre and collaboration services, including network connectivity and audio and web conferencing. The solution will continue to boost collaboration and productivity...
Senior Software Developer (DSP) at NRF National Research Foundation – Western Cape Observatory
Postion Summary: The Senior Software Developer (DSP) drives or supports the overall design and development of radio astronomy-focused Digital Signal Processing products and applications owned by the Data Processing & Pipelines Department within the Engineering...
Senior Backend Software Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Our client is looking for an experienced Backend Software Engineer for a hybrid position based in Johannesburg. Key Requirements 5 years' experience.BSc/ BTech/ [URL Removed]JavaSpringbootAWSAzureMSSQL/MySQL.NET (Bonus)Should you meet the requirements for this...
DevOps Engineer
Profile:We're looking for a DevOps engineer who can be responsible for deploying product updates and manage releases of solutions, identifying production issues, and implementing integrations between technologies that assist the software development team and that meet...
Senior C# Developer
Searching for a skilled Senior C# Developer with technology leadership qualities to create top-notch web-based and mobile products. Your primary focus will be on software development, but your technology leadership will also play a crucial role in guiding the team....
DevOps Engineer – Gauteng Centurion
Profile:We're looking for a DevOps engineer who can be responsible for deploying product updates and manage releases of solutions, identifying production issues, and implementing integrations between technologies that assist the software development team and that meet...
Senior C# Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Searching for a skilled Senior C# Developer with technology leadership qualities to create top-notch web-based and mobile products. Your primary focus will be on software development, but your technology leadership will also play a crucial role in guiding the team....
Network Engineer I
iOCO Infrastructure Services Invites You to Explore Possibilities.We are seeking a Network Engineer I who will play a vital role in supporting the organization's network infrastructure, ensuring reliable connectivity, security, and performance to facilitate the...
Security Specialist
We are recruiting a highly skilled Cyber Security Specialist on behalf of one of our clients. This role is focused on safeguarding critical information systems, identifying and mitigating ICT security threats, and implementing robust security measures to protect the...
Front End Developer (Angular) – 0256EvdB
• Lead Front End developer• Pro-active knowledge sharing, mentoring, and coaching of members from the same or other teams• Development of frontend user stories• Actively take part in all regular Scrum ceremonies• Contribute to refinement of user stories (user stories...
Junior Business Analyst at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Junior Business Analyst to join our team. As a Business Analyst Junior, you will play a key role in analyzing business needs and requirements and providing solutions to support business growth and improvement. What...
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