Strategies for mitigating SA’s talent crisis
South African organisations are navigating a complex and rapidly evolving talent landscape. With global trends reshaping local realities, the battle to attract, engage and retain top talent is intensifying. “Employers must critically assess the effectiveness of their...
Choicejacking can hack your phone in the blink of an eye
Although smartphone and tablet manufacturers have introduced measures to protect users from juice jacking, an attack in which malicious chargers compromise connected mobile devices, cybercriminals have found ways to bypass these safeguards. The recently-emerged method...
Expect a surge in electric vehicles
The global electric vehicle market will reach $8,8-trillion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 33,6% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report from Grand View Research. Growing emphasis on environmental sustainability and the need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions is...
This is what SA consumers spent on Mother’s and Father’s Day
Fine dining, crockery and pots, flowers and jewellery continue to enjoy the lion's share of consumer spend leading up and during Mother's Day, while biltong and winery dominate spend in the same period for Father's Day. According to FNB data, on Mother's Day in 2024,...
Bloemfontein High School wins JSE Investment Challenge in May
Set clear goals, understand the rules, and diversify your portfolio. That is the sage advice from a group of four Headstart High School learners from Bloemfontein who emerged victorious, taking top spot in the JSE Investment Challenge's Spectacular Portfolio category...
Hydrogen energy technologies drive platinum group metals demand
The global market for platinum group metals (PGMs) - which include platinum, palladium, rhodium, iridium, osmium and ruthenium - will record a 4,47% increase between now and 2029, according to market research firm Mordor Intelligence. In part, market growth will come...
Huawei tackles AI with homegrown data centres
Kathy Gibson reports - To extend artificial intelligence (AI) cloud adoption, Huawei is operating no fewer than three data centres in South Africa, the latest being a new facility in Johannesburg – built entirely on its own hardware, including CPUs and GPUs, and...
AI and its role in improving business
Kathy Gibson reports - Artificial intelligence (AI) is not just reshaping technology, but is being used to empower people and communities around the world. Indeed, the technology holds both potential and peril, says Arthur Goldstuck, MD of World Wide Worx. It's been...
Energy transition momentum slows as global volatility rises
The global energy transition to a more equitable, secure and sustainable energy system is still progressing but has lost momentum in the face of increasing uncertainty worldwide, according to a new World Economic Forum report. While 107 of the 120 countries...
Bright future ahead for AI-powered electric grid
The electric grid and the utilities managing it have an important role to play in the next industrial revolution that's being driven by AI and accelerated computing. This is the word from Nvidia founder and CEO Jensen Huang, speaking at the annual meeting of the...
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Corr-Serve strengthens security portfolio
Distributor Corr-Serve has added US-based Seceon, a pioneer in fully-automated, realtime cyber threat detection, containment and elimination for enterprises and MSSPs, to its stable of security and IT operations products in southern Africa. This is in response to...
Back to school in the mobile age
Keeping children safe from predators means parents must now ensure their protection extends to the digital realm. “A parent’s physical protection is no longer adequate in our connected age where the digital and real worlds collide,” says Ilonka Badenhorst, GM of SA’s...
Ricoh creates solar panel that charges under indoor light
Ricoh has created a solar panel capable of charging under indoor lights. Technically, the new panel is a solid-state, dye-sensitised solar cell that mimics the same photosynthesis process plants use to harness the sun’s energy to make glucose and oxygen from carbon...
GotBot AI secures multi-million-rand investment
African tech startups Gotbot AI has received an investment boost to the value of R2,5-million from venture capital firm Capacitech. The first such investment of its kind for Gotbot AI will mean the company’s co-founders Nick Argyros and Chris Green, along with chief...
Vox Click4Support helps SMEs keep PCs protected
Vox has introduced Click4Support, a monthly per user subscription service that provides small South African businesses with robust antivirus software, ensures that their laptop and desktop PCs are kept updated, and gives them easy access to remote support if required....
Salt acquires Recruit Digital to open in SA
Salt Recruitment Group (UK) has part-acquired Recruit Digital (SA) to form Salt South Africa, becoming the firm's 10th office globally. Salt specialises in digital roles with a specific focus on creative, marketing, sales and technology, and currently has 9 offices...
Third-party policies improve compensation outcomes
Nearly three-quarters (71%) of enterprises which have specific data usage guidelines for partners and subcontractors received compensation after an incident that affected suppliers they share information with. In comparison, only 22% of organisations of the same size...
E-commerce improves the lives of women
An e-commerce platform is helping women in East Africa access menstrual care, personal care and women's health products. The platform is optimised to provide confidential access to products such as contraceptives and HIV self-test kits that are stigmatising to get...
3M concludes Acelity acquisition
3M has completed its previously announced acquisition of Acelity, and its KCI subsidiaries worldwide. Acelity is a global medical technology company focused on advanced wound care and specialty surgical applications marketed under the KCI brand. "This announcement is...
Ricoh earns top EcoVadis sustainability award again
EcoVadis has awarded Ricoh its highest rating for sustainability, continuing Ricoh's Gold-winning streak since its inauguration to the position in 2014. Ricoh this year competed against companies from 155 countries, across 198 business sectors, including assessments...
Software Developer II – CRM Dynamics
DescriptionTo realize the detailed design through programming and configuration and provide guidance and mentoring to other software developers. Development of CRM model driven apps to facilitate lead management. This involves developing custom automation and business...
Senior Siebel Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
We're looking for a Senior Siebel Developer with hands-on expertise in Siebel Open UI to join a dynamic digital transformation team. If you're passionate about customer experience, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are ready to take ownership of innovative CRM...
BI Developer – Western Cape Cape Town Region
ENVIRONMENT:An esteemed company at the forefront of the Intelligent Process Automation (IPA) industry is presenting an enticing opening for a Business Intelligence Developer. The ideal candidate should possess a robust background in data analysis and visualization,...
Senior Test Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town
Our client is looking for a Senior Test Analyst to join their team. Experience working on a Loyalty/ Rewards Programme is important as the role will involve replacing a legacy Loyalty programme.The ideal candidate will bring a deep understanding of test planning,...
1st Line Support Engineer (Shifts) (3-Month Contract) (Paarden Eiland) – Western Cape Paarden Eiland
ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic UK-based Security Operations Centre urgently seeks a strong technical 1st Line Support Engineer to serve as the first point of contact for IT support queries via phone, email, and ticketing systems. You will diagnose and resolve technical issues...
Software Developer II – CRM Dynamics – Gauteng Randburg
DescriptionTo realize the detailed design through programming and configuration and provide guidance and mentoring to other software developers. Development of CRM model driven apps to facilitate lead management. This involves developing custom automation and business...
Cybersecurity Manager
Manager - Digital Risk & Information SecurityWe're looking for a strategic, hands-on leader to drive digital risk and security initiatives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. This role blends people leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability...
SQL Data Engineer
ENVIRONMENT:An esteemed company at the forefront of the Intelligent Process Automation (IPA) industry is presenting an enticing opening for SQL Data engineer to join their team. The SQL Data Engineer is responsible for building and maintaining database solutions that...
Field Support Engineer
iOCO Infrastructure Services Invites You to Explore Possibilities.We are seeking a skilled and customer-focused Field Support Engineer to join our team on a fixed-term contract. The ideal candidate will be responsible for delivering on-site technical support,...
Website Developer (HTML CSS JavaScript) (JHB/CPT)
ENVIRONMENT:THE coding talents of a Website Developer is sought by a dynamic Academic Institute to manage, enhance and develop its online web assets. You will also analyse and report on user experience while conducing competitor analysis and reporting. The ideal...
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