How does tobacco, alcohol use impact households?
New research by the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) PhD candidate Zunda Chisha has shown that tobacco and alcohol use in South Africa have profound economic and health consequences at both the household and child health levels. Chisha graduate this week with a PhD in...
AI solutions and services to generate $22,3trn global impact
Artificial intelligence (AI) is set to have a profound impact on the global economy, according to a comprehensive analysis from IDC. According to IDC, investments in AI solutions and services are projected to yield a global cumulative impact of $22,3-trillion by 2030,...
Deal-making has never been more difficult for Big Tech
The merger and acquisition (M&A) landscape for Big Tech is undergoing a dramatic shift with increased regulatory scrutiny, particularly around antitrust concerns, making large acquisitions a challenge, says GlobalData. This trend extends beyond traditional M&A...
Global Energy & Utility companies are embracing AI
A new study - IBM's Global AI Adoption Index 2023 - reveals that 74% of global Energy & Utility companies have implemented or are exploring using AI in their operations - with 33% focusing AI projects on HR/Talent Acquisition and 27% focused on AI Monitoring &...
European networks lead the race to Net Zero
The carbon emissions of mobile network operators fell by 6% globally between 2019-2022, according to the GSMA's fourth Mobile Net Zero report, published yesterday at MWC Barcelona. The report reveals regional variations in the reduction of operational emissions, with...
A year of elections and politically-motivated DDoS attacks
This year is a significant one for elections on the global stage with more than 60 taking place worldwide - including national elections in the five most populous countries in the world. In fact, across the globe, more voters than ever before will make their way to...
Vodacom applies to ConCourt for Please Call Me appeal
Vodacom has applied for leave to appeal the 6 February judgement on the Please Call Me matter, handed down by the Supreme Appeal. The mobile operator confirms that it has lodged its application for leave to appeal this judgment and order to the Constitutional Court of...
COFI Bill set to shake up local finance sector
While it's unlikely that the Conduct of Financial Institutions (COFI) Bill will be tabled before Parliament ahead of the elections this year, market players are eagerly awaiting its enactment and the many benefits it will bring - especially when it comes to low-risk,...
Defensive AI safeguards against emerging cyberthreats
Google's recent announcement of an artificial intelligence (AI) Cyber Defence Initiative to enhance global cybersecurity underscores the importance of defending against increasingly sophisticated and pervasive cyberthreats, says GlobalData. The analyst adds that AI is...
Zoom downloads decline dramatically post-pandemic
According to Stocklytics.com, Zoom mobile app downloads have plunged by 89% between Q2 2020 and Q4 2023, with a particularly stark drop in the Asia-Pacific region - one of Zoom's key markets - from 113,45-million in Q2 2020 to approximately 18,3-million in the last...
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The tall ‘POPIA’ syndrome …
The Protection of Public Information Act (POPIA) is not yet in effect, but the final POPIA regulations were signed into law in November 2018, with all indications that the Act will shortly become effective. Although there is a 12 month grace period for compliance once...
It’s coder October in Africa …
Coding has become the universal language of the future and holds the key to unlocking a brighter future for millions of youth across Africa. In fact, it's estimated that 80% of all jobs will relate to science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) - and coding is...
AppCentrix gets top B-BBEEE rating
AppCentrix has received level one B-BBEE (broad-based black economic empowerment) certification, which positions the company as a leading black-empowered technology solutions partner in the managed services space. "I am thrilled we are now a Level One contributor...
Nokia announces over 2 000 5G patent declarations
Nokia has declared more than 2000 patent families to the European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) as essential for the 5G standard. The 5G standardization process is managed by 3GPP, a partnership of seven standards development organizations including...
Vox launches Lekelela Technical Services in SA
Vox has identified an opportunity to support a stand-alone technical services provider while simultaneously solving a key customer pain point. In partnership with its wholly owned infrastructure provider, Frogfoot Networks, Telkom and Cloudseed, Vox will drive the...
Fantastic emojis and where to find them
In a world so filled with mobile applications that one app can easily look exactly like the next, OjuChat, a fully functional, hyper-localised and culturally diverse messaging application, is now bringing a dash of colour with region specific and culturally...
Nutanix announces IT automation for private clouds
Nutanix has announced that the Nutanix hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) platform is integrated with the ServiceNow IT Operations Management solution to automate critical private cloud workflows. With this integration, ServiceNow customers can not only discover...
Epic ERP partners with Ability
Epic ERP has appointed Ability Solutions as its latest Southern African partner to resell the Epicor range of enterprise resource planning (ERP) business solutions. According to Epic ERP MD, Stuart Scanlon, Ability Solutions' culture of strong delivery and high...
Nokia debuts Quillion chipsets
Nokia has launched Quillion, a new family of chipsets that will power next-generation massive scale access networks. Leveraging Nokia's extensive expertise, the Quillion chipset will allow operators to easily introduce 10G PON in their fiber networks and to serve more...
Managing a multi-generational workforce
Each generation has different work expectations. How can organisations address this challenge effectively without compromising on its core values? Nicol Myburgh, head of the HR business Unit at CRS Technologies, believes that while a standardised approach is ill...
Full Stack . NET Software Developer – Gauteng Pretoria
Development, testing and support of front-end systems Development, testing and support of back-end systems Development, testing and support of Windows services Development, testing and support of Integration services (SOAP Services & API's) SQL development...
Software Developer (Junior – Hybrid) at EnableSA (Pty) Ltd – Eastern Cape Gqebera
Our global client is seeking a Junior Developer to join the Port Elizabeth team · Design, develop, test, and implementation of software solutions· internal and external customer support,· Writing and implementing quality and high performing code· Development,...
Senior CRM Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg
The successful candidate will do software development on the CRM platform and client facing portals used by company Advisers nationally. The candidate will report to the Development manager.4Develop components of the CRM platform, as well as the client facing portals,...
ITS Systems Analyst
Out Client is looking for ITS Systems Analyst who will understand and translate business requirements into quality system solutions and ensure optimal system performance and stability through support and continuous improvement. Adept at collaborating with stakeholders...
Project Manager
Project Manager - Equipment Manufacture and Field Service Management Location: Springs, East RandPosition OverviewSeeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee equipment builds and lead field service teams. This role ensures projects are delivered on time, within...
Server Administrator
Join Our Clients Team as a Server Administrator!Are you a tech-savvy professional with a knack for managing server infrastructure? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where your skills can make a tangible impact? If so, we want YOU to join our clients team as a...
Project Manager (Hybrid)
Job Title: Project ManagerReporting to: Operations Director - AfricaLocation and type: Hybrid position, Cape Town based. JOB SUMMARYThe core function of the Project Manager would be to plan, implement and execute the required projects as per the standard project...
ITS Systems Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town
Out Client is looking for ITS Systems Analyst who will understand and translate business requirements into quality system solutions and ensure optimal system performance and stability through support and continuous improvement. Adept at collaborating with stakeholders...
Project Manager – Remote Remote
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Server Administrator – Remote Remote
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