Implications of US research funding cuts
The Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf) hosted a crucial webinar addressing the potentially far-reaching consequences of financial cuts from the US the research landscape in South Africa. The virtual event, "Understanding the implication of financial cuts from...
FNB takes over Springboks lead sponsorship
First National Bank, a longstanding partner of SA Rugby and the Springboks since 2017, has become the principal partner of the Springbok teams, with the FNB logo now front and centre of the teams’ jerseys. The sponsorship is for all levels of SA Rugby, including...
AI in manufacturing set for take-off
The global artificial intelligence in manufacturing market is anticipated to reach $47,88-billion by 2030 and is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 44,2% during the forecast period, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The substantial driver propelling...
What’s in store for smart homes in 2024?
South Africans are increasingly adopting smart home solutions that not only improve convenience and security but also decrease energy consumption and contribute to cost savings. This is according to Dr Andrew Dickson, engineering executive at CBI-electric: low...
CFOs under fire as EBITDA margins shrink
By 2027, weak demand and rising costs will shrink earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortisation (EBITDA) margins by more than 30% relative to 2022, according to Gartner. Most corporations will find it tougher to attain growth through 2026 as elevated...
Flexible payments, cloud drive B2B e-commerce growth
The global business-to-business (B2B) e-commerce market size is projected to reach $57,57-trillion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 18,2% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new study by Grand View Research. Businesses are advocating for more efficient purchase processes...
B2C c-commerce market to hit $17,77trn by 2023
The global B2C e-commerce market size is projected to reach $17,77-trillion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 19,1% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new study by Grand View Research. Within the business-to-consumer (B2C) e-commerce market landscape, the diversification...
SMEs are under attack
South Africa ranks as the sixth most targeted country for cyberattacks, resulting in an estimated annual cost of R2,2-billion to the economy. And, despite the view held by many of the country's small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that their ventures are too...
Learners urged to unleash their creativity
Samsung South Africa is calling all learners in grade 10 and 11 from public schools in underserved communities to unleash the spark of innovation within them. The Samsung Solve for Tomorrow competition is the perfect platform for learners to display their scientific...
Early detection improves results for childhood cancer
The National Department of Health (NDoH) urges health care workers and communities to be aware of the SILUAN warning signs for childhood cancer. This will allow for early detection and effective management of childhood cancers which will result in better outcomes....
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Spend your backup budget wisely
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Aspen Insurance embraces Project Portfolio Office partnership approach
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Kenyan teachers gear up for Africa Code Week
More than 1 100 Kenyan teachers completed their digital skills training in August ahead of this year's Africa Code Week (ACW), which will take place across the continent in October. During the second half of August, teachers attended ACW Train-the-Trainer workshops in...
Hitachi to integrate Hitachi Vantara, Hitachi Consulting
Hitachi intends to integrate Hitachi Vantara and Hitachi Consulting to lead Hitachi's global expansion of Lumada-based solutions and digital capabilities for its customers and partners. The combined organisation will operate under the Hitachi Vantara brand, beginning...
Seacom boosts enterprise connectivity in Bloemfontein
Seacom has announed that its Bloemfontein node is now live, enabling the delivery of a wider range of Seacom Business connectivity products to benefit Bloemfontein- businesses. Business connectivity in Bloemfontein, the sixth-largest city in South Africa, will benefit...
Oracle, VMware partner on hybrid cloud
Oracle and VMware have announced an expanded partnership to help customers leverage the companies' enterprise software and cloud solutions to make the move to the cloud. Under this new partnership, customers will be able to support their hybrid cloud strategies by...
Canon provides world cup highlight footage
During seven matches of Rugby World Cup 2019, to be held from 20 September to 2 November, Canon will provide highlight footage created by the Free Viewpoint Video System to the International Games Broadcast Services (IGBS). These video highlights feature viewpoints...
Health innovation is an opportunity for SA brands
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Westcon is Palo Alto’s Network EMEA Distributor of the year
Westcon International has received the Palo Alto Networks EMEA Distributor of the Year award for 2019. Announced during the Palo Alto Networks Sales Kickoff 2020 in Las Vegas, these annual awards are presented to an elite group of NextWave partners that over the past...
Senior Software Engineer at The Foschini Group – Western Cape Parow East
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Senior Application Support Analyst at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
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Java Developer – Gauteng Pretoria Region
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