The Zen in setting up workplaces for Gen Z
Gen Z is an age group that has never known a time without the Internet; they’ve shared their life milestones on Instagram and are now moving to the beat of TikTok trends; their appetite for digital is unprecedented; globalisation and economic uncertainty have been a...
DDoS attacks skyrocket as hacktivist activity surges
There has been a dramatic 43% increase in the number of application-layer attacks and a 30% increase in volumetric attacks - especially in Europe and the Middle East – according to the findings of Netscout’s latest 1H2024 DDoS Threat Intelligence Report. Attack...
Digital technology key to surviving global challenges
Kathy Gibson reports from Saphila 2023 - Global uncertainty and inflation are just two of the challenges that every enterprise in the world has to deal with. In South Africa, these are exacerbated by power and political issues. As enterprises strive for the resilience...
Flexibility and technology change how people work in Africa
A new Ericsson Consumer & IndustryLab report - Future of Work Life - Africa Edition - has examined how employees and employers in Africa navigate the current work environment and their views on the future of work shaped by the pandemic, digitalisation, and the...
Africa tipped to be fastest growing fintech region
Financial technology revenues are projected to grow six-fold from $245-billion to $1,5-trillion by 2030, according to a new report released by Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and QED Investors. Despite fintechs losing more than half their market value on average in...
Cybercriminals targeting crypto users
Kaspersky has unearthed a phishing campaign targeting cryptocurrency users across the globe. The scheme showcases the ever-evolving tactics used by cybercriminals and reflects cryptocurrency's increasing appeal. During the European spring (March to May) of 2023 alone,...
Afreximbank’s African Trade Report highlights the continent’s resilience
The African continent has shown growth resilience amid a synchronised global deceleration under the confluence of overlapping crises including the lingering effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, record-high inflation, heightening geopolitical tensions, and the...
Deloitte Africa launches generative AI practice
Deloitte Africa has launched its generative AI practice for the African market bringing together industry experience, skilled AI engineers, as well as ecosystem and alliance partners to build generative AI solutions aimed at accelerating the pace of business...
Business intelligence, data key for innovative enterprises
Kathy Gibson reports from Saphila 2023 - Generative artificial intelligence (AI) is the latest big move in the technology space. It is exploding and it’s going to make a massive difference in how companies do business. While ChatGPT might be the best-known example of...
AI and the human factor
Kathy Gibson reports from Saphila 2023 – Artificial intelligence (AI) still needs people to be able to function properly. This is the word from Peter Blignaut, manager: pre-sales at SAP South Africa, who points out that computers can do nothing without instruction....
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Redstor aims to treble revenue within three years
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Aurecon sustainability head wins national award
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ZTE ranks in most innovative 100 companies
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Opening insurance access
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Experian launches new analytics solution
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The best way to do endpoint detection and response
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Why mobile is the gatekeeper of brand loyalty
Achieving long-term brand loyalty has become brutally difficult for South African retailers. Mobile represents an unparalleled opportunity for savvy retailers to reach customers in more personalised, efficient and powerful ways - paving the way for a new era of...
A new era in intellectual property law reports
LexisNexis South Africa has recognised a need to develop a resource that speaks to the need of Intellectual property (IP) professionals for regular and reliable IP content updates. Harms Intellectual Property Law Reports is a trustworthy resource that enables users to...
Data Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Looking for a Data Engineer to join a financial services client. The candidate will be required to enable the data lifecycle within EDS and provide good quality data by applying the necessary framework/s and governance to whomever may require it (BI and advanced...
Database Compliance Specialist
Gijima Staffing Solutions is responding to a tender: Are you dedicated to data integrity and compliance? As a Database Compliance Specialist, you will ensure that our databases comply with regulations and industry standards. Your role is crucial in protecting...
Business Intelligence Analyst
Are you a highly analytical problem-solver with a passion for turning data into actionable insights? We are seeking a talented Business Intelligence Analyst with a strong command of SQL, Python, and a track record of delivering high-impact business insights. In this...
Junior NodeJS Developer (contract)
Technology Stack:3 years of solid Development on - Nest JS (Node JS), Angular, Redux, JavaScript, Typescript, HTML, SCSS Interface Technologies REST APIs, Payload: JSON, Cron Jobs, Queuing mechanisms, O-Auth 2 Databases Postgres (version 11 and above), Solid SQL...
Database Compliance Specialist – Gauteng Pretoria
Gijima Staffing Solutions is responding to a tender: Are you dedicated to data integrity and compliance? As a Database Compliance Specialist, you will ensure that our databases comply with regulations and industry standards. Your role is crucial in protecting...
Business Intelligence Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Are you a highly analytical problem-solver with a passion for turning data into actionable insights? We are seeking a talented Business Intelligence Analyst with a strong command of SQL, Python, and a track record of delivering high-impact business insights. In this...
Junior NodeJS Developer (contract) – Gauteng Pretoria
Technology Stack:3 years of solid Development on - Nest JS (Node JS), Angular, Redux, JavaScript, Typescript, HTML, SCSS Interface Technologies REST APIs, Payload: JSON, Cron Jobs, Queuing mechanisms, O-Auth 2 Databases Postgres (version 11 and above), Solid SQL...
Systems Security Specialist
Gijima Staffing Solutions is responding to a tender: Join us as a Systems Security Specialist and play a crucial role in safeguarding our IT systems and data. You will be at the forefront of protecting the digital landscape, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity,...
Financial Analyst Developer (SQL)
ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic Software Solutions Provider specializing in Financial Risk systems seeks the expertise of a Financial Analyst Developer (SQL) to join its Fund Data Services Team where you will conduct new feature analysis and drive development on the platform...
Devops Engineers
Looking for a DevOps Engineer with experience in Azure DevOps, PowerShell and Microsoft Sentinel who can shorten the systems development life cycle and provide continuous delivery with high software quality. Key Requirements 5+ years' experienceBachelor's Degree /...
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