Saffers embrace tech as a tool for progress
South Africans are not just keeping pace with global tech trends, they’re embracing them with confidence. According to the latest YouGov Profiles data, analysed by consumer insights agency KLA, South Africans have shown consistently positive attitudes toward emerging...
ICT leads SA’s record VC sector
Despite global economic uncertainties and constrained exit environments, Southern Africa’s venture capital (VC) sector closed off 2024 with a record R13,35-billion in active investments across 1 325 deals, up 24% year-on-year. These results were unveiled in the 2025...
Bright young minds showcase their talents
A total of 262 learners from Johannesburg recently gathered at Wits University to showcase their innovative science and engineering innovations for the Eskom Expo for Young Scientists Regional Science Fair. The fair was one of 38 regional science fairs planned in all...
The rise and rise of AMD
Intel's market share has shrunk by 20%, while AMD has gained significantly - controlling nearly 22% of the global processor market by Q3 of 2024, according to new analysis from Stocklytics.com. "Intel's manufacturing fumble in recent years has resulted in long delays...
Visa, Absa roll out women advocacy programme
Visa, in collaboration with Absa, has rolled out its advocacy programme, She's Next, across South Africa. The initiative, which spans across the globe, aims to create an inclusive and equitable environment for women-led businesses with networking, mentoring and...
AI and accelerated computing drive energy efficiency
AI and accelerated computing are delivering energy efficiency for many industries. It's progress the wider community is starting to acknowledge, writes Dion Harris, head of data centre product marketing at Nvidia. "Even if the predictions that data centers will soon...
AI tackles real-world issues, sparks inspiration
Kathy Gibson reports - Artificial intelligence (AI) looms large in Google's product strategy. And it's no longer a future technology, but something that is being delivered right now. That's the word from Yvette Baez, director of business strategies at Google, who...
Google leads the pack when it comes to LLMs
The generative AI (GenAI) market has seen explosive growth over the past 18 months, making the evaluation of large language models (LLMs) essential for enterprises - and against this backdrop, Google has emerged as the leader among the top LLM providers. This is...
FNB quickest in customer complaint resolution
The Ombudsman for Banking Services' annual report for 2023, has named FNB as the bank with the quickest turnaround time to close complaints. According to the report, FNB has a low percentage of referrals convert into formal complaints, indicating that the bank...
Vodacom earmarks R500m to expand connectivity in the Eastern Cape
Driving digital inclusion, Vodacom Eastern Cape will spend R500-million this financial year on modernising its network, energy projects, and accelerating broadband coverage across the region - particularly in townships and deep rural areas of the province. The bulk of...
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Regional integration as a tool for African wealth creation
By Khaled Sherif, vice-president: regional development, integration and business delivery at the African Development Bank The Covid-19 pandemic and its health and economic impacts has forced a global rethink of the current multilateral framework and what it means for...
How schools can ensure data remains safe in the age of digital learning
Whether you are a teacher, parent, IT professional or student, you have witnessed the extraordinary transition the education sector has recently undergone. By Rick Vanover, senior director of product strategy at Veeam Despite our schools having already facilitated...
Beyond the pandemic with Silver Peak SD-WAN
Organisations will have to look at re-engaging with their customers and business prospects in an entirely new way in a post-Covid-19 economy. This will most likely force an assessment of business model design and delivery, in which the wide area network (WAN) will...
CSSA partners with ITR, Bitdefender
ITR Technology is partnering with Bitdefender and Cyber Security South Africa to support corporations in securing their endpoints. According to an iDefense research report (2020), South Africa has the third-highest number of cyber-crime victims worldwide, losing...
DVT partners with RPA provider Automation Anywhere
DVT has partnered with robotic process automation (RPA) supplier Automation Anywhere, offering software bots that enable customers to automate their business processes end-to-end. RPA is a form of software automation that emulates a user to effectively automate...
DVT partners with RPA provider Automation Anywhere
DVT has partnered with robotic process automation (RPA) supplier Automation Anywhere, offering software bots that enable customers to automate their business processes end-to-end. RPA is a form of software automation that emulates a user to effectively automate...
Old school disruption may be the catalyst SA needs for digital transformation
While South Africa navigates its way through lockdown measures and confirmed COVID-19 coronavirus cases now head towards 600 000, this is a time to take stock and act. By Hamilton Ratshefola, country GM at IBM South Africa Many industries can use this time to realign...
Brand advertising must acknowledge Covid-19
As the Covid-19 lockdown continues, consumers are forced to navigate an evolving reality and the range of emotions that it creates. By Heather Tluczek, MD of InSites Consulting South Africa Brands need to remain agile in their response to these new and constantly...
Covid-19 relief may complicate provisional tax
The first period for provisional tax ends on 31 August. Provisional taxpayers must therefore have submitted their initial IRP6 return and settled any payments due by that date. "In addition, Covid-19 relief allowances make the calculation of estimated tax all the more...
Epson announces GOTS approval for UltraChrome DG inks
As consumers and brands become increasingly conscious of the origins of the clothing and fabrics they purchase, textile manufacturers need to be able to prove their eco credentials. Epson is pleased to confirm that its Ultrachrome DG inks and cotton pre-treatment...
Business Analyst Team Lead at Parvana Recruitment
This is a remote position.About our client:Our client develops and supports software and data solutions across a variety of industries. They want you to get ahead of the market and stay there. They offer a combination of plug and play products that can be integrated...
BI Consultant 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...
Mid-Level /Senior UI/UX Designer (Figma Expert)
Mid-Level /Senior UI/UX Designer (Figma Expert)Location: Remote, Cape TownType: Full-TimeSalary: R45,000- R65,000 pmStart Date: ASAP The Role:We're looking for a talented Middleweight/Senior UI/UX Designer who lives and breathes Figma. You'll take the lead in...
Information Security Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg
We are seeking a detail irentated and proactive Information Security Analyst to monitor, assess and ensure the intergrity, confidentiality and availabilty of our organisation digital assets. This role involes analsing security measures, identifying potential threats,...
Junior analyst at Financial Intelligence Centre – Gauteng Pretoria
FIC is an equal opportunity employer. Preference will be given to suitably qualified Coloured and Indian Males applicants in line with our Employment Targets and our commitment to diversifying our workforce.JOB PURPOSECollect basic tactical and operational...
Data Scientist – Gauteng Kempton Park
Design and implement data-driven solutions that improve equipment performance, support operational decisions, and drive business efficiency through analytics, machine learning, and business intelligence tools. Minimum Qualifications and Requirements: Bachelor's degree...
Business Intelligence (BI) Developer at Mancosa
IntroductionMANCOSA, a DHET-registered and CHE-accredited private higher education distance education provider, offering undergraduate and postgraduate business qualifications, has the following vacancy available. Business Intelligence (BI) DeveloperCORE PURPOSE...
Junior Frontend Developer (React & TypeScript)
ENVIRONMENT:ENSURE visually appealing and seamless user interfaces as the next Junior Frontend Developer sought by a cutting-edge FinTech platform. Working closely with Senior Developers, Designers, and Product Managers, you will help implement clean, responsive, and...
Network Engineer at NRF National Research Foundation
Postion Summary: The Network Engineer is critical in ensuring continuous operations and providing support, implementation and management of SARAO's organisational-wide network, including high-capacity science data and office networks, High-speed networks and...
Business Intelligence (BI) Developer at Mancosa – KwaZulu-Natal Durban
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