EU initiative to boost SADC trade launched
The Southern African Development Community (SADC), in partnership with the European Union (EU), the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO), and the International Trade Centre (ITC), has officially launched the Africa Trade Competitiveness and...
SA’s deteriorating rule of law raises concerns
South Africa’s deteriorating rule of law poses one of the most significant risks to its future stability, prosperity, and global standing. This was the core message from Thokozani Mvelase, CEO of the Communication Risk Information Centre (COMRiC), in a keynote address...
CNAPP market to surge on cloud security concerns
The cloud-native application protection platform (CNAPP) market is poised for substantial growth, projected to rise from $2-billion in 2023 to $6-billion in 2028, representing a 25% compounded annual growth rate (CAGR). This surge is primarily driven by enterprises...
GenAI becomes a priority in healthcare, life sciences budgets
Over half of healthcare and life sciences organisations in Asia/Pacific are planning to have dedicated budgets for GenAI projects for timely investments, according to a recent IDC report, GenAI in Healthcare and Life Sciences: Current Trends and Future Potential in...
Commercial display market set to reach $78bn
The global commercial display market size is anticipated to reach $78,48-billion by 2030 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6,5% from 2024 to 2030, according to the new report by Grand View Research. As businesses embrace digital technologies to stay competitive...
As hybrid working steps up, CEOs see productivity gains
New research has revealed that nine in 10 CEOs have adopted hybrid working (91%), with three quarters saying this has led to an improvement in productivity (75%) and staff retention (76%). The latest C-suite-focused study, undertaken by International Workplace Group...
Planetary defense will be on hand for 2029 asteroid near-miss
30 years ago, on 16 July 1994, astronomers watched in awe as the first of many pieces of the Shoemaker-Levy 9 comet slammed into Jupiter with incredible force. The event sparked intense interest in the field of planetary defence as people asked: "Could we do anything...
Multiple scams target Olympics fans
The first in-person Summer Olympics since the lifting of pandemic restrictions is set to begin on 26 July 2024, attracting millions of sports enthusiasts - and cyberthreats. Kaspersky experts have noted a surge in scamming activity surrounding the event, with...
Coastal ‘zoom towns’ lead business growth
Over the past two decades, South Africa's coastal towns have experienced massive development and growth - with over 33% of our population now residing within a 10km radius of our 3 000km shoreline. Where, traditionally, it would have been an older demographic moving...
Robust growth forecast for robot operating systems
The global robot operating system market is expected to reach $1,214-billion by 2030 - growing at a CAGR of 13,9% from 2024 to 2030 - according to a new report by Grand View Research. The robot operating system (ROS) is a comprehensive collection of tools and...
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Cisco delivers enhanced network insights, smarter automation
Cisco has announced new intent-based networking solutions to help optimise business and network operations. As organisations face mounting challenges to deliver consistent and positive digital experiences, Cisco is driving networking advancements to keep customers...
Rectron signs up Lenovo Data Centre Group
Rectron has announced the addition of Lenovo Data Centre Group (DCG) to its datacentre solutions portfolio. The agreement will allow Rectron to deepen its relationships and offering to its enterprise clients by allowing them to provide a more comprehensive range of...
Paymenow concludes R4m seed funding round
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Dependable supply chain key in keeping up with data centre demand
The world of work has irreversibly changed as businesses around the world have realised the relative ease and convenience of remote working. However, these businesses have also realised the importance of their IT infrastructure in achieving a successful shift of...
PowerOptimal offers affordable water heating system
The recently inked exclusive partnership between sustainable energy and demand management solutions company PowerOptimal and Electrolux SA is set to meet the ever increasing demand for cost-effective and sustainable solar photovoltaic (PV) water heating solutions in...
Do’s and don’ts for virtual graduations
The Covid-19 pandemic has undoubtedly thrust us into the future, writes Ghassan Azzi, Africa sales director at Western Digital. Digital technologies have become more entrenched in our daily lives in the past two months than they have over the past two years. If we...
Technology delivers results at a fraction of the cost
Whether proactive or reactive, due diligence comes at a cost. The growing risk of fraud, money laundering, terrorist financing, extremism, counterfeiting, political risk and other criminal activities, means that the need for enhanced efforts is more imperative than...
SA’s Triggerfish chooses Galway for international expansion
Triggerfish, the animation studio behind Netflix's first original animated TV series from Africa, has established its first international studio in Galway, Ireland. Triggerfish animated the Oscar-nominated Roald Dahl adaptation Revolting Rhymes as well as Julia...
Telkom launches zero-rated digital portal
Telkom has launched the new Freed@ portal to bridge the digital divide between businesses and consumers. The portal allows businesses to create and share content that consumers are rewarded for engaging with. The Telkom Freed@ portal offers consumers digital currency,...
SAS and Microsoft partner on analytics, AI
Microsoft and SAS have announced an extensive technology and go-to-market strategic partnership. The two companies will enable customers to easily run their SAS(r) workloads in the cloud, expanding their business solutions and unlocking critical value from their...
Junior analyst at Financial Intelligence Centre
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
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...
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
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Data Scientist – Gauteng Kempton Park
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Business Intelligence (BI) Developer at Mancosa
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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...
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Business Intelligence (BI) Developer at Mancosa – KwaZulu-Natal Durban
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