SA must act on AI skills now
Generative AI is no longer a future concept or a speculative technology. It is here now, rapidly reshaping industries and rewriting the rules of competitiveness. By Ntsako Baloyi, senior manager in the technology business at Accenture, Africa In South Africa, the...
Turkcell opposes MTN’s ConCourt appeal in bribery case
Turkcell’s wholly owned subsidiary, East Asian Consortium, has filed its opposition to MTN’s application to the Constitutional Court for leave to appeal the recent Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) judgment. The SCA’s judgment affirms the jurisdiction of South African...
R2,2bn shopping boost expected this Easter
Easter shopping season is expected to signal the start of a turnaround for retail in South Africa, according to a mixed method research study conducted on behalf of Capital Connect. The research forecasts that the total retail sector will benefit from a R2,219-billion...
Internet shutdowns cost the world economy $50bn
Last year, almost 750-million people worldwide were affected by government-caused Internet blockages and shutdowns. By controlling, partially blocking, or even going into full internet blackouts, governments not only cut people off from information but also caused...
AMD, Sony partner on LiDAR automotive reference design
AMD's adaptive computing technology has been selected by Sony Semiconductor Solutions (SSS) for its newest automotive LiDAR reference design. SSS and AMD joined forces to deliver a powerful and efficient LiDAR solution for use in autonomous vehicles. Using adaptive...
Intel gets $8,5bn direct funding under CHIPS Act
Intel and the US Department of Commerce have signed a non-binding preliminary memorandum of terms (PMT) for up to $8,5-billion in direct funding to Intel for commercial semiconductor projects under the CHIPS and Science Act. CHIPS Act funding aims to increase US...
Data, fintech services key for MTN
MTN has reported that group service revenue grew by 6,9% (13,5% in constant currency after accounting for the impact of the pro forma adjustments) for the year ended 31 December 2023, to R210,1-billin (2022: R196,5-billion). EBITDA (before once-off items) was down by...
Campus switch market declines as backlog normalises
According to a recent report by Dell'Oro Group 4Q 2023 worldwide Campus Switch sales declined by 4% year-over-year (Y/Y), marking the first quarter of decline since 4Q 2020 and signaling the onset of a multi-quarter digestion cycle in the market. Vendor performance...
Justice Department sues Apple
The Justice Department, joined by 16 other state and district attorneys general, has filed a civil antitrust lawsuit against Apple for monopolisation or attempted monopolization of smartphone markets in violation of Section 2 of the Sherman Act. The complaint, filed...
E-waste is rising faster than we are recycling
The world's generation of electronic waste is rising five times faster than documented e-waste recycling, the UN's fourth Global E-waste Monitor (GEM) reveals. The 62-million tonnes of e-waste generated in 2022 would fill 1,55-million 40-tonne trucks, roughly enough...
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Granadilla’s app-based insurance helps users save
July is savings month and, while tightening the belt on areas where one could spend less will set you in good stead, it is also a good time to reassess your insurance costs. What exactly are you paying and what are you paying for? Insurance is an expense that should...
Benefits of a cashless stadium
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The evolution of career management: from ‘job for life’ to ‘career for me’
In the past, workers were more than willing to trade autonomy for job stability. Staying with one company for life and building skills while progressing through the ranks was the dream - capped off with the proverbial gold watch after 50 years of loyal service. Then...
The importance of being human in the digital age
Businesses embarking on a digital transformation journey must ensure that they remain cognisant of the human element within this process - how people react to new technologies, for instance, and their fears of being replaced by a machine - or they will will be doomed...
Amazon beats Google in the e-retail search
When thinking 'search', you'd be forgiven for assuming that Google leads the pack. A global study has shown that consumers begin their retail related searches on Amazon first (46%) followed by Google searches (34%). By Michael King: head of Reprise Digital South...
MOU a boost for African maths education
The African Development Bank (AfDB) and the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen education, training and research in mathematical sciences in Africa. Speaking at the signing, African Development...
Healthcare platform delivers medical care to cancer sufferers
A mobile healthcare platform is to play a key role in the delivery of medical care for South Africa's cancer patients, thanks to the partnership between local tech businesses Alignd and Signapps. Called Signapps Care, the locally developed platform is a mobile...
Why a solid CX still challenges companies
I hear many people say things like, "We are customer-centric and want to improve the customer experience," but that intent often doesn't materialise in any meaningful customer-facing changes. By Calton Nhando, digital consultant at IndigoCube There are many reasons. A...
Internships, employment opportunities are key to bridging the cyber security skills gap
The skills shortage that exists around cyber security is by no means a South African problem, however, the global nature of the challenge is exacerbating the issue in the local market. By Simeon Tassev, MD and qualified security assessor at Galix Those few skilled...
Use existing infrastructure to benefit from 4IR
If South Africa is to reap the economic benefits of the fourth industrial revolution, it needs to look at existing infrastructure within the country's state-owned enterprises (SOEs) and municipalities (metros) as a foundation for innovation and creating...
Senior IT Developer – Gauteng Sandton
Senior IT DeveloperSenior IT DeveloperResponsibilities:Researching, designing, implementing, and managing software programs and services.Creating and maintaining SQL Server database tables, functions, and stored procedures.Implementing unit testing for new software...
Cybersecurity Analyst: Detection and Response (12-Month Contract) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic Energy Specialist seeks a highly skilled Cybersecurity Analyst to serve as the primary escalation point for critical alerts and incidents passed from First Responders, particularly focusing on high-severity Managed Detection and Response (MDR)...
Fullstack Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
One of our clients is looking for a software engineer who is proficient in both front and back-end coding and is responsible for fully-fledged platforms using a range of different technologies. The Intermediate Full Stack Developer is involved in the entire product...
Senior Software Engineer
Overview:The Software Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software solutions for the organisation's SaaS applications. This role requires strong technical expertise in software development, performance optimisation, security, and...
Network Engineer
The primary purpose of the Network Engineer role is to provide expert-level technical support and engineering solutions for a Windows 11-based environment. This includes supporting laptop reimaging, software deployment, SCCM package configurations, Active Directory...
Cybersecurity Specialist: Application Security (12-Month Contract)
ENVIRONMENT:FOCUS on securing the development lifecycle of software applications and ensure that web applications are developed and deployed securely as the next Cybersecurity Specialist: Application Security wanted by a dynamic Energy Specialist. You will be...
Senior React Native Developer
One of our clients who is the leading supplier of intelligent security solutions to security companies across Sub-Saharan Africa is looking for a Senior React Native Developer. Key Requirements: Minimum of 5 years of development.Degree in Computer Science,...
Senior Software Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg
Overview:The Software Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software solutions for the organisation's SaaS applications. This role requires strong technical expertise in software development, performance optimisation, security, and...
Network Engineer – Eastern Cape Sidwell
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Cybersecurity Specialist: Application Security (12-Month Contract) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:FOCUS on securing the development lifecycle of software applications and ensure that web applications are developed and deployed securely as the next Cybersecurity Specialist: Application Security wanted by a dynamic Energy Specialist. You will be...
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