Crypto assets force tax systems to review their policies

The rapid rise of crypto assets is forcing tax systems to ponder if rules designed for a traditional economy can keep pace with technologies that are redefining how value is created, owned and exchanged, Professor Shaun Parsons has told attendees at a University of...

CEOs want to ramp up their AI spending as FOMO kicks on

AI is exceeding most CEOs’ expectations and their optimism is growing. Cisco’s latest study shows that 67% now worry they’re underinvesting in the technology — up from 57% last year — with nearly two thirds (64%) of those surveyed now seeing AI adoption as mandatory...

Women face higher levels of burnout as stress levels climb

South African employers are facing a growing workforce resilience challenge as new data reveals that women are increasingly bearing the burden of workplace stress, burnout and mental health crises. A comprehensive analysis by Lyra Southern Africa of 67 419 Employee...

SA companies are shunning public cloud for AI workloads

South African organisations are shifting AI workloads out of the public cloud faster than their counterparts anywhere else in the world, according to new global research commissioned by Cloudera. The Great AI Re-Architecture Survey, conducted by Wakefield Research...

Vodacom Business becomes Google Cloud Premier Partner

Vodacom Business has become a Premier Partner for Google Cloud and Google Workspace in the Sell Engagement Model. “At Vodacom Business, we understand that digital transformation is no longer optional – it’s a business imperative,” says Sabelo Mabena, executive head of...

Young scientists recognised at Eskom Expo Ekurhuleni

Learners participating in the Eskom Expo for Young Scientists Ekurhuleni regional science fair have been awarded for showcasing ingenuity, dedication, and a strong commitment to making a positive impact on their communities and the environment. The regional science...

Data resilience at the heart of business survival

Kathy Gibson reports – There are four key structural trends in the industry today, shaping the industry and making the role of IT more challenging. The first is explosion of data. “In the digital-first world, every company is a software business,” says Brendan...

Warming could destroy Great Barrier Reef

The Great Barrier Reef is under significant pressure, with warming sea temperatures and mass coral bleaching events threatening to destroy the remarkable ecology, biodiversity and beauty of the world's largest coral reef, according to new research. Led by University...

IBM, WWF harness AI to save endangered species

IBM and the World Wide Fund for Nature - Germany (WWF) are to work together to explore developing a new solution to support the monitoring of keystone species - starting with the critically endangered African forest elephant. Combining IBM's expertise in...

Strong growth forecast for 5G in healthcare

The global 5G in healthcare market is expected to reach $454,7-billion by 2030 - expanding at a CAGR of 40,5% from 2024 to 2030 - according to a new report by Grand View Research, which says the IoT ecosystem is developing and is expected to enable networks to connect...

Scammers prey on business travellers

As a business traveller, you carry more than just your laptop: between your tech, your corporate credit cards, and your watch, you could be toting around R50 000 to R200 000 in value. That's quite the tempting target for those with less-than-honest intentions....

GenAI can boost productivity for legal leaders

Large language model (LLM) generative AI (GenAI) tools are designed to work with large amounts of text, and Gartner experts expect them to have a significant impact on the legal industry because legal work is so centered on words. Ron Friedmann, senior director...

Cape Town sees high levels of food insecurity

The State of the City Food System Report, by the University of Cape Town (UCT) researchers Gareth Haysom and Associate Professor Jane Battersby, has revealed alarmingly high levels of food insecurity in the city, which are compounded by spatial inequities. The report...

Digital adoption boosts anti-money laundering market

The global anti-money laundering market is expected to reach $4,24-billion by 2030 - with a CAGR of 16% from 2024 to 2030 - according to a new report by Grand View Research, which says that the growing adoption of digital and mobile payments is driving the anti-money...

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Angela Kyerematen-Jimoh is new IBM GM

IBM has announced the appointment of Angela Kyerematen-Jimoh as GM for IBM North, East and West Africa. She succeeds Tejas Mehta, who will be moving back to US taking up a new role at IBM. Kyerematen-Jimoh will be responsible for IBM's business in North, East and West...

Kyocera urges responsible disposal of toner cartridges

Each year, 375-million used printer cartridges are thrown away with most ending up in landfills or in incinerators. The global e-waste disposal market size is expected to reach $14 200-million by 2025, from $9 680,5-million in 2019. This mountain of waste can be...

Vodacom Business partners with Cloudflare

Vodacom Business has partnered with Cloudflare to provide businesses of all sizes, faster, more secure and reliable website services. Cybersecurity has become a major concern for organisations of all sizes as protecting devices, networks, client data and apps is an...

How an African start-up grew into a global fintech powerhouse

While many view Mukuru as a technology company, its business is centered around helping people at a very personal level. By Sandy Rheeder, CIO of Mukuru From humble beginnings in a London flat in 2005, to African fintech giant in 2020, Mukuru's journey has been one of...

Simplify SD-WAN management and security in distributed organisations

The new normal of remote work is further driving the adoption of software-defined wide-area networking (SD-WAN). By Doros Hadjizenonos, regional sales director at Fortinet Even before the pandemic struck, SD-WAN was on an upward trajectory, according to IDC research,...

Use technology to make shopping a delight

In our always-on world, it is no surprise that customers expect an on-demand economy, counting on companies to fulfil their product demand and service requirements immediately. By Fatima Khota, category head: POS at Rectron The Covid-19 pandemic has accelerated this...

Futuregrowth invests in SweepSouth

Futuregrowth added to its growing venture capital portfolio of innovative, early-stage growth companies in June when it invested in SweepSouth, a disruptive online platform for booking, managing and paying for home cleaning, and now a variety of other services. The...

Myopic vision can blindside a business

In the aftermath of Covid-19 financial uncertainty is, for most, among the top concerns of both IT and business leaders and the lasting impact is likely to affect decision-making processes and priorities for the coming years. Eran Brown, chief technology officer: EMEA...

Phishing, ransomware on the rise in SA due to lockdown

People are currently more susceptible to cyberattacks than ever before, given not only the higher number of remote workers due to the Covid-19 pandemic, which brings its own complications, but also their heightened emotional vulnerability during these difficult times....

Senior citizens should be using digital banking

While South African citizens are encouraged to remain indoors and work from their homes as a result of Covid-19, research around the world also highlights that senior citizens are among the most vulnerable to the pandemic. This is one of the compelling reasons for...

Junior Business Analyst at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg

About our client:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...

Graduate – Information Technology at PnP – Western Cape Cape Town

IntroductionGraduate 2025 - Launch Your Career With Us!Kickstart your IT career at one of South Africa's most iconic retailers! At Pick n Pay we are on the lookout for graduates with a passion for technology and innovation. Join us to work on impactful digital...

Application project manager – Remote Remote

Application Project Manager - Contract Position to Dec 2025Are you a dynamic, results-driven Application Project Manager with a passion for delivering cutting-edge digital solutions? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments, leading teams to success? Our client in the...

Intermediate Business Analyst (ITC-04) – Gauteng Centurion

Our esteemed client in Pretoria is urgently looking for an Intermediate Business Analyst (5-8 years) for a 3 year / Hybrid Position: Align solutions to IIBA standards and practices. Ability to define Open API's using OpenAPI editor. Ability to do low fidelity UX...

Intermediate .NET Developer – Western Cape Cape Town Region

Our client is looking for experienced Software Engineer with a strong academic background, solid enterprise development experience, and a passion for clean code. Proficiency in modern tech stacks and a delivery-focused mindset are essential. Key Requirements BSc...

Technical Business Analyst 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...

SOC II Analyst at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client is an industry leader in Managed Security Operations Centre (SOC) services, with a reputation built on technical expertise, cutting-edge technology, and extensive experience. Their comprehensive managed services offer continuous, robust...

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