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...

Africa’s foreign investment hit record high in 2024

The latest World Investment Report from UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) highlights a significant rebound in foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows to Africa. In 2024, foreign investment in the continent shot up by 75% to reach $97-billion, representing 6% of global...

Cyberwar rages in Israel-Iran conflict

As the war in the Middle East escalates, combatants are confronting a simultaneous host of cyberattacks. A report from Radware spells out how a host of significant cyber activities related to the conflict are ongoing, including state-sponsored operations, hacktivist...

Blip of positivity for April new vehicle sales

New vehicle sales showed a blip of positivity during April, increasing 2,2% year-on-year to 38 172 units. But the market will be wary of it being false hope against the pending elections, high interest rate environment, and the seemingly relentless eight-month run of...

Small cell 5G network market to reach $125,54bn by 2030

The global small cell 5G network market size is anticipated to reach $25,54-billion by 2030 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 70,7% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The increasing deployment of 5G small cells across the globe is...

Mastercard opens nominations for Women SME Leaders Awards

Mastercard has announced the return of Women SME Leaders Awards for its third edition, shining a spotlight on the achievements of women-owned and led businesses across Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa (EEMEA). Nominations are now open for the awards, inviting...

Why range records set for hydrogen cars may not matter

At the end of February 2024, the UK ran its second Hydrogen Week. During this week, Hyundai set two new records for the driving range of its fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs). While certainly a significant achievement, will the ultimate range of FCEVs impact...

Ransomware prevalence is down, but don’t celebrate yet

Kathy Gibson reports - The prevalence of ransomware is starting to dip: the number of organisations around the world hit by ransomware dropped from 59% in 2023 to 66% in 2022. In addition, enterprises have reported that the number of computers effected by ransomware...

Cybersecurity strategies are under the spotlight

As the digital landscape continues to evolve at an unprecedented speed, organisations are racing to keep pace with revamped cybersecurity strategies. LogRhythm has released its "2024 State of the Security Team: Navigating Constant Change" report, based on research...

AI, GenAI expected to transform industries

Generative AI (GenAI) and AI will significantly transform industries in the future, according to 91% of South African respondents (global: 81%) to the Dell Technologies Innovation Catalyst Research. This drops to 89% (global: 91%) for organisations reporting high...

AI, ML the new battleground for API exploits

There's been a significant uptick in sophisticated cyber threats targeting APIs of AI infrastructure products including Nvidia's Triton Inference Server, ZenML and Hail. This is among the findings from Wallarm's Q1 API ThreatStats 2024 Report, which also underscores...

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CRS Engage builds a more engaged workforce

Human capital management specialist CRS Technologies has launched its employee engagement solution, Engage, which is designed to provide organisations with an innovative resource management and reporting platform. Engage empowers HR practitioners with the insights...

Look to the Intelligent Edge for IoT success

Over the next decade, the Internet of Things (IoT) holds the potential to deliver $11-trillion in new business activity each year. To capture this potential, organisations need to implement an Intelligent Edge, an architecture that is fully connected, secured,...

Commvault Activate addresses governance, compliance

Commvault has announced rich product and experience enhancements to Commvault Activate, its data insights and governance solution. Commvault Activate gives customers greater visibility into their data, identifies opportunities for storage efficiencies, and manages...

Protecting citizen data requires a cyber-aware public service

As South Africa's government prepares for the Fourth Industrial Revolution by digitising government services, and key economic centres continue to adopt smart city technologies, the risk - and potential consequences - of cyberattack is growing by the day. By Thomas...

Security spend on the rise

The global cybersecurity market is booming, the demand for cybersecurity solutions is huge and security spend has already started outpacing IT spend. Adoption in South Africa is not yet growing at the same rate, but there is a strong growth in interest and...

Electric e-sport car from Jaguar

Jaguar has unveiled its first all-electric virtual sports car - the Jaguar Vision Gran Turismo Coupé. The futuristic EV is set to join the grid as the latest addition to the Vision Gran Turismo line-up for the Gran Turismo series. The all-electric Jaguar Vision GT...

Common CV mistakes and how to avoid them

Writing a curriculum vitae (CV) is one of the most important career management tasks for any job seeker. However, as the workforce and ways of working continue to evolve, the way a successful CV is written, developed and presented has also transformed. ManpowerGroup...

Top applications of ‘soft-touch’ facial recognition

Facial recognition powered by artificial intelligence (AI) has been getting a bad rap. This is mostly thanks to recent events in Hong Kong, says Laurence Seberini, co-founder of Camatica, a Johannesburg-based start-up specialising in facial recognition for business....

KnowBe4 signs up African distributor

KnowBe4 Africa is partnering with Cyber Security Africa as its African distributor. The distribution agreement between KnowBe4 Africa and Cyber Security Africa will allow for relationship building as well as provide local support on the ground for channel partners and...

Special offer for Azure blob storage

Modernising your workspace could be as easy as utilising scalable, cost-effective cloud storage for all your unstructured data. Azure Blob storage is Microsoft's object storage solution for the cloud. Blob storage is optimised for storing massive amounts of...

Roaming IT Consultant – Gauteng Johannesburg

A well-established Travel company is seeking to appoint a Roaming IT ConsultantInfrastructure Maintenance & TroubleshootingConduct on-site and remote troubleshooting of network, server, and hardware infrastructure issues.Ensure minimal downtime by promptly...

IT Learnership Program – Gauteng Fourways

Job Title: IT Learnership ProgramLocation: Fourways, JohannesburgContract type: 12-Month Fixed-Term LearnershipHybrid Are you a young, ambitious individual with a passion for technology, software development, and Robotic Process Automation (RPA)? We are offering an...

IT Support Intern at EnableSA (Pty) Ltd – Eastern Cape Gqebera

Our client has an IT Support Internship available at the Port Elizabeth branch, · Assist in managing help desk calls, scheduling appointments, and handling tickets.· Work closely with the IT support team to ensure timely resolution of user issues.· Provide basic...

Senior Systems Analyst at FIC

To analyse , design and enhance systems, in order to obtain optimal results and agreed project delivery level Undrstsutand and familiarise with the projects business requirements Understand and familiarise yourself with the organisation business processesUnderstand...

Full-Stack Developer (React /Ionic)

ENVIRONMENT:Are you a skilled Fullstack Developer looking to make your mark in a dynamic and thriving industry? Join a team at a well-established German IT services provider, with over 25 years of excellence in delivering top-notch solutions. They are seeking a...

Senior Java Engineer

Looking for a new exciting role? Then this is for you! Looking for a Senior Lead Software Engineer that is going to guide, advise, inform, mentor team members to enable them to perform the tasks required by their roles to the best of their ability. The Senior Lead...

Senior Systems Analyst at FIC – Gauteng Pretoria CBD

To analyse , design and enhance systems, in order to obtain optimal results and agreed project delivery level Undrstsutand and familiarise with the projects business requirements Understand and familiarise yourself with the organisation business processesUnderstand...

Full-Stack Developer (React /Ionic) – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:Are you a skilled Fullstack Developer looking to make your mark in a dynamic and thriving industry? Join a team at a well-established German IT services provider, with over 25 years of excellence in delivering top-notch solutions. They are seeking a...

Senior Java Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Looking for a new exciting role? Then this is for you! Looking for a Senior Lead Software Engineer that is going to guide, advise, inform, mentor team members to enable them to perform the tasks required by their roles to the best of their ability. The Senior Lead...

Mid-Senior Multimedia Graphic & Web Designer (CPT Hybrid)

ENVIRONMENT:YOUR keen eye for beautiful digital visuals and experience is sought to fill the role of a Mid-Senior Multimedia Graphic & Web Designer wanted by a forward-thinking Digital Agency. This position requires someone who can blend Graphic Design, Web Design...

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