Ocean economy faces pressure, fragmentation
The latest Global Trade Update from UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) examines the ocean economy - a vital driver of global trade now under growing pressure from environmental and geopolitical shocks. New analysis reveals that ocean-based sectors such as shipping,...
Dehorning rhinos drastically reduces poaching
A landmark international study published yesterday (5 June 2025) in the Science Journal reveals that dehorning rhinos significantly reduces the risk of poaching – one of these iconic species' most immediate threats. The research, co-led by the University of Cape Town...
Global warming drives continued sea ice decline
Sea ice at both the top and bottom of the planet continued its decline in 2024. In the waters around Antarctica, ice coverage shrank to near-historic lows for the third year in a row. The recurring loss hints at a long-term shift in conditions in the Southern Ocean,...
Fewer than half of employees are satisfied with career development
Only 46% of employees feel supported trying to grow their careers at their organisation, according to a survey by Gartner. A September 2023 Gartner survey of 3 500 employees revealed that when organisations close the gap on employee career growth expectations it can...
AI drives strategic healthcare investments for Nvidia
Nvidia has significantly ramped up its involvement in the healthcare sector in the past few quarters, riding on its success with the generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) wave. Through a series of partnerships and investments, totaling at least a dozen, the...
Double-digital growth forecast for MEA IT security spend
Spending on security products and services in the Middle East and Africa (MEA), excluding Israel, will grow 10,3% year on year in 2024 to reach $6,2-billion, according to the latest Worldwide Security Spending Guide from International Data Corporation (IDC). The...
Companies pour massive investments into security upskilling
Most then 70% of businesses pay more than $100 000 for additional training annually to keep skills of their cybersecurity employees up to date, a recent global Kaspersky study has revealed. However, the surveyed companies also highlighted that there was a lack of...
The world spent $42,5trn on IT over the last decade
Each year, companies and consumers worldwide spend trillions of dollars on IT, including devices like PCs, tablets, mobile phones, printers, enterprise software, data center systems, and communications services. And, while 2024 is on track to set a new record with...
Expanding channel, enhanced user experiences drive smart home devices
The market for smart home devices within the Middle East, Türkiye, and Africa (META) region reached $12,71- billion in 2023, a 6% increase on the previous year's $11,990billion. That's according to the latest insights from International Data Corporation (IDC) and its...
Interim results reveal mixed fortunes for EOH
EOH Holdings reported group revenue of R3,1-billion for the six months ended 31 January 2024, lower than R3,2-billion for the six months ended 31 January 2023. Group operating profit was R9-million for the period, compared to R143-million in the first half of 2023....
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Takealot, Superbalist plan annual shopping bonanza
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BT elevates Schindler’s network
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Simplifying IT with HCI solutions
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Clarifying ‘next-generation’ security
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Granadilla’s app-based insurance helps users save
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Benefits of a cashless stadium
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The evolution of career management: from ‘job for life’ to ‘career for me’
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The importance of being human in the digital age
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Amazon beats Google in the e-retail search
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Our client is a specialist management consultancy dedicated to delivering innovative solutions within the asset management, banking and retail industries. Their experienced consultants work closely with clients in South Africa and the UK to offer expert advisory...
Commercial Analyst – Western Cape Century City
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Well known medical supplier requires an Application Specialist for a 1 year contract position. You will cover the Public Sector within Gauteng.The purpose of this position is to focus on long-term relationships with end-users in Public sector and to provide clinical...
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An exciting opportunity has become available within the energy industry, for a System Engineer (Graduate) role based in Bellville, Cape Town. The System Engineer is responsible for implementation of systems to enable data integration for various clients. The nature of...
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