AI automation is having an impact on entry-level hiring

Nearly a quarter (22%) of CHROs report that at least one business leader in their organisation has stopped hiring for entry-level roles due to AI automation, according to Gartner. The 4Q25 Gartner survey of 110 heads of HR also found that 95% of organisations have...

Africa’s young people want jobs, clean government

Africa’s young people are more optimistic about the future of their countries, economies and the continent than at any point since the pandemic - but they are demanding jobs, cleaner government, safer communities, a stronger political voice and a model of democracy...

Even without data centres, Africa faces water bankruptcy

A new United Nations (UN) report says the world has moved past a water crisis into water bankruptcy – and Africa’s utility numbers already show what that looks like.

How technology is changing decision-making in mining

The Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR), and particularly AI, is no longer a pipedream in South African mining - technology is already influencing how decisions are made, how risks are managed, and how value is created. It’s a critical period for the local mining...

AI makes abuse videos more realistic

Full “feature-length” AI films of child sexual abuse may now be “inevitable” unless urgent action is taken, experts warn, as rapidly improving technology means AI video is now “indistinguishable” from genuine imagery. New data, published on Friday (11 July 2025) by...

Cyber attacks drive big drop in company value

Cyber events that cause reputation risks can result in an average of 27% drop in shareholder value, highlighting the growing financial and reputational stakes of cyber risk. This is among the findings from Aon’s 2025 Cyber Risk Report, which builds on its 2023 finding...

Hotels under threat from cybercriminals

Kaspersky has discovered a new fraudulent scheme targeting hotel owners and staff with fraudsters attempting to steal credentials or infect computers with malware. The fraudulent emails, posing as correspondence from former or potential guests, exploit the hospitality...

Apple enters the GenAI fray with Apple Intelligence

Apple has debuted Apple Intelligence, its personal intelligence system for iPhone, iPad and Mac that combines generative models with personal context to deliver useful and relevant intelligence. Apple Intelligence is integrated into iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS...

Growth subdued in stagnant PC sector

The worldwide traditional PC market is expected to remain flat in 2024 with shipments reaching 260,2-million units - despite economic improvements and a new category of PCs with onboard neural processing units (NPU), colloquially dubbed AI PCs, according to the IDC...

Strategic supply chain value goes beyond cost savings

To permanently establish supply chain's strategic role within the organisation, chief supply chain officers (CSCOs) must identify new opportunities to deliver value, beyond cost savings, according to Gartner. Gartner has revealed four high impact areas to focus on to...

Technology boosts the education market

The global education technology market is expected to reach $348,41-billion by 2030 - growing at a CAGR of 13,4% from 2024 to 2030 - according to a new report by Grand View Research. The process of learning is evolving gradually in line with advances in technology....

Public cloud market continues to billow

Worldwide revenue for the public cloud services market totaled $669,2-billion in calendar year 2023 - an increase of 19,9% compared to 2022 - according to new data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Semiannual Public Cloud Services Tracker. The...

AI set to free up healthcare workers

As much as 15% of the current healthcare workforce hours will be subject to automation by 2030. The growing reliance on AI is primarily due to the swelling patient population and a shorter pool of health specialists, according to analysis by Stocklytics.com. The...

Tech investment key to SARS maintaining its capabilities

PwC South Africa has launched its seventh annual Taxing Times Survey - open to all corporate taxpayers and which aims to assess their interactions with the South African Revenue Service (SARS), identify the organisation's strengths, and highlight areas or processes...

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The SA company behind the R431m investment

Alphawave, primary investor and shareholder in leading South African field sales management and productivity app, Skynamo, announced R431m Series A funding in January from US venture capital and private equity firm, Five Elms Capital - one of the highest investments...

Changes to EOH board

The EOH board of directors has announced the appointment of Sipho Ngidi as independent non-executive director with effect from 20 February 2020. Ngidi holds a B Administration from the University of Zululand and a B Com Economics (Honours) from the University of...

Veeam releases next-generation data backup

Veeam Software has announced the general availability of new Veeam Availability Suite v10, increasing data availability, portability, and extensibility. First introduced in 2008 as Veeam Backup & Replication, Veeam's flagship backup solution - Veeam Availability...

SAP, Converge Solutions deliver healthcare solutions

Complex business models, combined with immense pressure to deliver great patient experiences and outcomes, has African healthcare providers turning to technology to improve their operational efficiency and automate back-office operations. This task is now far less...

Is software-defined storage going to revolutionise your business?

The growing importance of data to a business, coupled with ever-increasing capacity needs and always tight IT budgets, means chief technology officers (CTOs) are looking for solutions to help them optimise storage. By Hayden Sadler, country manager at Infinidat South...

Vodacom 4U, Rush up their esports game at Rand Show

NAG and Rand Show have teamed up to introduce visitors to the world of video games, esports, tech and gadgets, cosplay and pop culture. Meanwhile, Vodacom 4U has been officially confirmed as both sponsor for the Festival of Gaming and headline sponsor for the annual...

Removing millions of rands from school grounds

Cash-free school protagonist Karri has already removed millions of rands from the school environment. The school payment app was developed to remove the need for cash at schools, making learning environments safer for students and teachers. The school payment app that...

Companies prepare for the CIPC’s compliance checklist

The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) has introduced a new requirement for all South African companies to declare their compliance with specific sections of the Companies Act 2008 (Act) by completing and submitting a compliance checklist online. By...

Google’s next move: from search to discovery

Google has focused on evermore precise targeting of advertising for almost as long as it has existed, but the growing power and maturity of artificial intelligence (AI) is enabling it to take smart targeting to a whole new level. By Grant Lapping, MD of DataCore Media...

5G, mobile apps characterise this decade

5G will support more than 10% of the world's mobile connections by 2023, with an average 5G speed of 575 megabits per second, or 13 times faster than the average mobile connection. This is according to the latest Cisco Annual Internet Report, which notes that its...

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We are recruiting an IT Technician to join the Milnerton office of a national company. Minimum RequirementsInformation Technology Qualification / Certifications2+ years relevant experienceDriver's license Overview of positionUser support MS Office 365Hardware...

Data Scientist (Junior and Senior roles) (CH1109)

Join our client in the credit Industry as a Data Scientist!Are you passionate about turning data into actionable insights?Our client is seeking talented Data Scientists on all levels (Senior & Junior), to join their team! In this role, you'll leverage your...

Software Application Support Specialist at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Tech problems fear you. If you can squash bugs before your coffee gets cold and explain complex issues in plain English, we've got the perfect seat for you on our support squad.Requirements: A minimum 3-year tertiary qualification from an accredited university, either...

SHEQ Systems Specialist (CPT) – Western Cape Cape Town

Are you an experienced Quality Food Safety & Environmental (QFSE) professional with a passion for compliance and continuous improvement? Our client, a global leader in the FMCG industry, is seeking a QFSE Manager to oversee and enhance quality, food safety, and...

IT Technician – Western Cape Milnerton

We are recruiting an IT Technician to join the Milnerton office of a national company. Minimum RequirementsInformation Technology Qualification / Certifications2+ years relevant experienceDriver's license Overview of positionUser support MS Office 365Hardware...

SHEQ Systems Specialist (CPT)

Are you a SHEQ expert with a proven track record in Quality, Food Safety, Health & Safety, and Environmental systems? Our client, a global leader in the FMCG industry, is looking for a skilled SHEQ Systems Specialist to join their high-performing team in Cape...

IT Technician

We are recruiting an IT Technician to join the Bloemfontein office of a national company. Minimum RequirementsInformation Technology Qualification / Certifications2+ years relevant experienceDriver's license Overview of positionUser support MS Office 365Hardware...

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