Infrastructure key as AI evolves
Kathy Gibson reports – Not only is artificial intelligence (AI) already a widespread phenomenon, it is rapidly maturing into its second age. The first era put the power of AI at every user’s fingertips; the second era is where agentic AI will be employed to perform...
Are you ready to run the AI race?
Kathy Gibson reports – The AI race is on – and organisations need to ask whether they are ready. This is the question posed by Smangele Nkosi, GM of Cisco Southern Africa, speaking to delegates at Cisco Connect Southern Africa 2025 in Kyalami. “The digital landscape...
Google looks to Africa’s youth for the future
Looking to reaffirm its commitment to Africa – particularly its youth – Google has initiated a number of projects focused on empowering the continent’s next generation through AI, unlocking opportunities and expanding on the innovation capacity of young Africans. New...
AI-based supply chain forecasting will predict future demand by 2030
Seventy percent of large-scale organisations will adopt AI-based forecasting to predict future demand by 2030, according to Gartner. Achieving touchless forecasting that eliminates the need for frequent manual inputs and regular human interventions provides a unique...
Green steel and hydrogen key to decarbonisation
Sustainable technologies are generating a record amount of interest across many sectors. With the rising adoption of low-carbon hydrogen and its use for applications like green steel, as well as the development of other clean energy forms, new technologies are...
Global cybersecurity and online privacy awareness stalls
The world’s online privacy and cybersecurity awareness continues to decline, according to new research by NordVPN. Based on 28 analysed markets with the highest numbers of responses, people globally knew best how to create strong passwords (96%), and they scored worst...
African companies lead in climate risk assessment, adaptation, value creation
From the outside, it may seem like corporate climate action is stalling - only 7% of global and 6% of African companies fully report greenhouse gas emissions across Scopes 1, 2, and 3, according to the fifth annual climate survey report – How Companies are Tackling...
Eskom offers opportunities for young scientists
South Africa’s brightest young minds will compete for life-changing prizes that will open doors to future studies and careers in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and innovation (STEMI) at this year’s Eskom Expo for Young Scientists International Science...
Human customer service is still alive and well
By 2028, not one of the Fortune 500 companies will have fully eliminated human customer service, according to Gartner. Despite widespread speculation surrounding the replacement of customer service jobs with AI agents, Gartner experts say that a completely agentless...
Digital-first CX transforms customer service delivery
Contact centres have been undergoing a profound transformation in recent years, steadily making way for the broader concept of customer experience (CX). As a result, contact centres are evolving from relying solely on human agents to incorporating AI agents, from...
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Traditional customer contact channels are leading to a Kodak moment
South African businesses that continue to cling to traditional customer contact channels instead of adapting to new innovative solutions are passively digging an early grave. Many of them today remain resistant to embracing smartbot (AI-powered chatbot) technology and...
Mind security and privacy when creating a fun image of yourself
As the latest social media trend sees users jumping on the AI Action Figure craze by uploading personal information and photos to generate hyper-realistic AI dolls or action figures of themselves, Kaspersky urges South Africans to be cautious about the personal...
Stay vigilant as impersonation scams surge
Imposter or impersonation scams are on the rise in South Africa, with recent reports highlighting a significant increase in sophisticated fraud schemes that involve criminals posing as legitimate authorities, service providers, or individuals to deceive victims and...
Ransomware attack simulation training prepares for real attacks
Businesses today are forced to navigate an increasingly perilous landscape of cyber threats, characterised by the increasing frequency and sophistication of cyberattacks. By Graham Brown, country manager at Commvault The financial repercussions are staggering, with...
How AI and human initiative can defend against cyberattacks
When Mimecast released its most recent State of Human Risk report, one thing became abundantly clear: South African organisations are concerned about the threat of artificial intelligence (AI). By Yesh Surjoodeen, MD: southern and central Africa at HP That said, while...
Harnessing smart data will help win the battle against poverty and climate change
Many may have missed it, but the world reached the halfway point late last year since adopting the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). By Kevin O’Brien, Spar Group sustainability executive Despite this long period to embed...
The modern data centre needs more advanced cooling
The rise in hardware density in data centres is gaining speed and is largely driven by the demands of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), requiring more powerful servers and specialised hardware. By Ben Selier, vice-president: secure power for...
Digital readiness programs prepare the world for the future
As the first quarter of the 21st century continues to unfold, many, including the World Economic Forum, have noted that we are living in a digital age, one that is quickly becoming an artificial intelligence (AI) era. Dr Bienvenu Agbokponto Soglo, director of...
How AI agents are fixing scheduling headaches
For certain kinds of businesses, such as hairdressers and restaurants, scheduling appointments is relatively simple. You find an open slot on the website and fill out your personal details. Alternatively, you call reception and whoever answers the phone will do the...
Veeam launches strategic framework to close resilience reality gap
In an era marked by escalating cyberattacks and costly IT outages, Veeam Software has unveiled its Data Resilience Maturity Model (DRMM). The new framework helps organisations to objectively assess their true resilience posture and take decisive, strategic action to...
Mid-Level C++ Developer – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Seeking an energetic Mid-Level C++ Developer to join an IT team specializing in Fuel Automation Systems that operate on contact-less smart card technology. Key Requirements Minimum 2 years working experience in a development capacity (following...
Junior Data Scientist – KwaZulu-Natal Durban North
Junior Data ScientistDurban (office-based) | R25 000 - R35 000 About Our ClientOur client delivers cutting-edge software solutions that optimize operations and drive innovation. They pride themselves on a collaborative environment where developers and analysts grow...
Senior Application/Platform Security Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
Role PurposeThe Senior Application/Platform Security Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing advanced security measures to safeguard the organization's applications and platforms. This role focuses on proactively identifying, mitigating, and...
Specialist Network Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
Purpose of the role:The Specialist Network Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing complex network infrastructures, including cloud networks. This role ensures network reliability, security, and scalability while providing expert guidance on...
IT Systems Manager – Gauteng Sandton
IT Systems ManagerElevate your IT career with a leading hospitality group!R 700,000 - R 880,000 plus benefitsJoin a dynamic hospitality group dedicated to providing exceptional accommodation experiences to travelers. As the IT Systems Manager, you will play a crucial...
IT Systems Manager
Overall, Purpose of the Job Purpose Statement This role, like all others in the group, must prioritise “making every guest a returning and referring guest”.Directs the implementation of appropriate and effective technology solutions in a cost-effective way to meet the...
UI UX Designer
UI/UX Designer / Front-End Developer Bring creativity and code together to craft seamless digital experiences.Durban (Office-Based) | R35,000 to R45,000 per month | 8am to 5pm About Our ClientOur client is a growing software development company creating innovative...
Mid-Level Application/Platform Security Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Role PurposeThe Mid-Level Application/Platform Security Engineer is responsible for ensuring the security and integrity of the organization's applications and platforms. This role involves performing security assessments, implementing robust security controls, and...
Junior Cloud Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Purpose of the RoleThe Junior Cloud Engineer supports the design, implementation, and maintenance of cloud-based systems under the guidance of senior engineers. This role involves assisting in the deployment, monitoring, and optimisation of cloud environments to...
Junior Project Manager at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Purpose of the RoleJunior Project Manager supports the planning, coordination, and delivery of smaller projects or specific project components under the guidance of senior project management staff. The role ensures that projects are executed according to defined...
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