January brings PMI decline
The seasonally adjusted Absa Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) started the year on the back foot, declining by 0.9 points to 45.3 points in January 2025. This is the third consecutive contraction and the lowest level since August 2024. This suggests that the loss of...
Platformisation key to reducing security complexity
New global research from the IBM Institute for Business Value (IBV) and Palo Alto Networks has found that surveyed organisations are facing security complexity challenges as they juggle an average of 83 different security solutions from 29 vendors. It also shows that...
Alarming escalation in child sexual abuse online
There has been an alarming 87% increase in reported child sexual abuse material cases since 2019, according to the WeProtect Global Alliance Global Threat Assessment Report, which says there have been more than 32-million reports globally. The findings, the...
UCT launches new biodiversity research project
A new biodiversity research project known as BioSCape, which will help researchers better understand the impact of climate change on biodiversity, was announced yesterday by the University of Cape Town. The project will link data collected from satellites and...
Tarsus on Demand ties up distribution for AWS
Tarsus on Demand has been appointed an authorised distributor for Amazon Web Services (AWS), joining a select number of AWS distributors on the African continent looking to advance the adoption of cloud solutions and develop innovative new services and products. The...
Riverlea students scoop Eskom Expo award
Two budding young scientists from Riverlea High School earned well-deserved accolades at the recent Eskom Expo International Science Fair (ISF) for their research project centred around the deployment of an automated watering system designed for water conservation....
Why cloud is driving AI
Kathy Gibson reports from Gitex, Dubai - Cloud computing is the basic building block that will allow artificial intelligence (AI) to flourish. That's the word from Uwem Ukpong, vice-president: global services at Amazon Web Services (AWS), who points out that CEOs are...
Fastest AI supercomputer aims to solve healthcare, security challenges
Kathy Gibson reports from Gitex, Dubai - The fastest artificial intelligence (AI) supercomputer in the world has been unveiled in the US, by UAE-based technology group G42. The new computer, Condor Galaxy, is based on 16 massive wafer semiconductors and will be used...
The role of governments in AI development
Kathy Gibson reports - As worldwide excitement about generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) reaches fever pitch, it's important for governments to focus on how the technology can be used to improve people's lives. Omar Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for...
Crypto exchange VALR to partner with Visa
South Africa's largest crypto exchange by trading volume, VALR and Visa - the world's largest card network - have announced a strategic partnership for the issuance of Visa cards and delivery of other digital payment solutions. Visa and VALR will collaborate on...
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Microsoft data centres to impact local insurance market
In May last year, Microsoft announced plans to launch two data centres in South Africa. Located in Johannesburg and Cape Town, these see the company targeting cloud services growth on the continent. These data centres will deliver the Microsoft Cloud, including...
EY signs BEE deal
EY has announced a milestone strategic partnership with Motlanalo Chartered Accountants and Auditors. Motlanalo is a 100% black women-owned audit and advisory practice that currently employs 23 permanent staff and is on a strong growth trajectory. The firm's founding...
How to unlock the commercial value of open source software
Open source software is a powerful springboard for innovation and collaboration. When harnessed correctly it can enhance data security, expedite services through innovative coding and development, as well as unlock restrictions to commercial freedom. By Simon...
The evolution of supply chain networks
The impact of digitisation is rapidly disrupting business models across organisations. This is becoming more prevalent in the manufacturing sector, in particular, supply chain where automation and data exchange are key. Cassie Lessing, MD of Strato IT Group, says that...
HID Global speeds retransfer printing
HID Global has announced a new ID card retransfer printer, the HID FARGO HDP6600 High Definition Printer/Encoder, that halves the time it takes to print the first ID card, while doubling overall throughput as compared to many alternatives. The HID FARGO HDP6600...
Why mobile and card acceptance by informal retailers is key
Despite the majority (77%) of adult South Africans owning bank accounts, more than half of the total value of all consumer transactions in the country are still conducted in cash. This suggests that being formally banked may not be enough of an incentive for consumers...
DEHN Africa helps to mitigate risk
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Moving the Africa Free Trade Area agreement ahead
A total of 44 African nations signed the landmark African Continental Free Trade agreement earlier this year, with only 12 out of the required 22 countries ratifying the accord, but policy makers say there is time enough - and practical solutions - to move the process...
Addressing critical gaps in Africa’s youth entrepreneurship
The decade and a half through 2015 witnessed a level of optimism in Africa rarely seen before. By Lamin Manneh, director of the UNDP Regional Service For Africa During that period, the continent registered unprecedented uninterrupted high rates of economic since 2000,...
What’s causing today’s IT security gap?
What's stopping global businesses from protecting their assets despite significant investments in cyber security programmes? That's the question we asked ourselves when trying to determine what the reasons are behind the dangerous gap in modern IT security. By Simon...
Full Stack Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg
An exciting opportunity for an experienced Full-Stack Developer with strong expertise in modern development frameworks, cloud technologies (especially AWS), and DevOps practices. This role involves designing and delivering scalable, secure applications while...
Flutter Developer – Gauteng Sandton
Our client is looking for an Intermediate Developer to work on exciting projects for various international clients. Requirements: 5 years' experience in software development.3 years' experience in mobile application development, speci?cally Flutter.Experience building...
IT Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town
Hire Resolve's client is looking for an experienced IT Engineer to join their team in Cape Town, WC. Responsibilities: IoT Device Integration and ManagementNetworking and ConnectivitySoftware Development and IntegrationSecurity and ComplianceData Management and...
Project Manager
FTC: 12 months Job Requirements:- Matric- NQF7 Qualification in Project Management or related- Minimum of 3 years' experience as a project manager in the training industry- Proficient in MS Office- Strong written & verbal communication skills- Valid driver's...
Data Engineer
About the role We are seeking a skilled and motivated Data Engineer to join our dynamic data engineering team. Responsibilities: ? Understand and analyse client requirements and business needs. ? Identify, analyse, visualise, and understand supporting data to propose...
Senior Full-Stack C# (.NET) Developers
Our client is seeking skilled C# Developers to work with them in their Cape Town offices. They are looking for self-motivated, analytical thinkers and problem solvers, who will be involved in the creation of web-based enterprise systems which automate and improve...
Project Manager – Western Cape Bellville
FTC: 12 months Job Requirements:- Matric- NQF7 Qualification in Project Management or related- Minimum of 3 years' experience as a project manager in the training industry- Proficient in MS Office- Strong written & verbal communication skills- Valid driver's...
Data Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town
About the role We are seeking a skilled and motivated Data Engineer to join our dynamic data engineering team. Responsibilities: ? Understand and analyse client requirements and business needs. ? Identify, analyse, visualise, and understand supporting data to propose...
Senior Full-Stack C# (.NET) Developers – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Our client is seeking skilled C# Developers to work with them in their Cape Town offices. They are looking for self-motivated, analytical thinkers and problem solvers, who will be involved in the creation of web-based enterprise systems which automate and improve...
Agile Master (Advanced) – HC 0491 TT
Provides active and regular mentorship to other Agile MastersSupports multiple Feature Teams in complex Products/Sub-Products up to Domain levelProvides key insights into the evolution of Agile KPIs in complex Agile teams to improve efficiencies at an organisational...
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