Steady growth puts digital trade firmly on the map

New experimental estimates show that digital trade is increasing significantly across the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) in 2023, underscoring the importance of digital technologies in shaping international trade. Up to now, much of the...

Geopolitics creates inflationary pressures for SA

As the Middle East moves towards a fragile lull in hostilities, the economic shock caused by the conflict – supply chains perturbation, inflation etc - is already spreading to the global economy with oil-importing economies such as South Africa particularly exposed to...

Credit trends diverge as consumers navigate affordability

South African consumers are reshaping how they access and use credit as affordability pressures persist, according to TransUnion’s Q1 2026 South Africa Industry Insights Report. The report’s findings show that credit demand remained resilient, but diverging risk...

Small fibre operators outshine giants in ISPA survey

ISPA's Perception Survey gauges ISPs’ perceptions of fibre network operator (FNO) performance across a range of metrics - and the most recent results reveal smaller FNOs are outshining the established competition. South Africa’s official internet Industry...

Nvidia Blackwell takes pole position in MLPerf inference results

The Nvidia Blackwell platform set records inthe latest MLPerf Inference V5.0 benchmarks. Marking Nvidia’s first MLPerf submission using the Nvidia GB200 NVL72 system, a rack-scale solution designed for AI reasoning, the testing reflecting some of the most challenging...

The world spent $8,5trn on IT devices in a decade

Every year, consumers and businesses pour staggering amounts of money into IT devices- desktop PCs, laptops, tablets, mobile phones, and printers. While annual spending has fluctuated since 2021, the past three years have seen steady growth, pushing the market toward...

Campus switch market bounce-back continues

Worldwide Campus Switch sales surged by 24% year-over-year (Y/Y) in the third quarter of 2023, marking the fifth consecutive quarter of over 20% growth in this market and reaching record levels, according to a Dell’Oro Group report. This achievement is remarkable...

The most active malware in November

Check Point Software Technologies Ltdhas published its Global Threat Index for November 2023. Last month, researchers discovered a new AsyncRAT campaign where malicious HTML files were used to spread the covert malware. Meanwhile, JavaScript downloader, FakeUpdates,...

GenAI set to disrupt travel industry

With the arrival of generative AI in 2023, the technology has surged to the top of airport and airline agendas, with 97% of airlines planning a program to develop the technology. This has taken the limelight away from Metaverse, which was the focus for 2022....

IBM to acquire StreamSets, webMethods platforms from Software AG

IBM has entered into a definitive agreement with Software AG to purchase StreamSets and webMethods, Software AG's Super iPaaS (integration platform-as-a-service) enterprise technology platforms, for €2,13-billion in cash. As organisations continue to accelerate their...

Just trade needed for Africa’s just energy transition

The President of the African Development Bank Group Dr Akinwumi Adesina has reiterated his warning that the introduction of a carbon border tax by the European Union could push Africa back into exporting raw commodities and undermine its industrialisation gains. The...

COP28 leaves Greenpeace cautiously optimistic

Agreement reached at COP28 represents a hopeful stride in the world’s collective journey limiting warming to 1,5 degrees. This is according to Dr Oulie Keita, executive director of Greenpeace Africa, who adds: “However, its true value will be measured by the tangible...

Robogirls aims to encourage STEM training

Lenovo, in partnership with Durban University of Technology's (DUT) Department of Information Technology and Toyota held the 2023 Robogirl programme. The impactful initiative aimed to empower 75 young girls with comprehensive training in coding, robotics, and the...

Students, academic institutions recognised for excellence

Kathy Gibson reports - Huawei South Africa has recognised student excellence in its ICT Talent Development Annual Awards ceremony 2023. The Huawei South Africa ICT Academy is one of the company’s most prestigious skills development programmes, partnering with 71...

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Entries open for Zayed Sustainability Prize

The Zayed Sustainability Prize submissions for the 2020 edition are open to applicants from across the African continent. The UAE's global award for rewarding innovation, impact and inspiration in sustainable development solutions has announced that, from 30 January...

AI-based operations engine simplifies managed services

The Ericsson Operations Engine directly and proactively addresses service providers' managed services complexity challenges as the industry moves to the reality of 5G and IoT. The Ericsson Operations Engine has three building blocks: * Service-centric business model...

Into the cloud in seven steps

The future belongs to the hybrid and multi-cloud. But with the rapid proliferation of cloud instances, services and providers, enterprises are suffering from cloud sprawl. By Peter Wüst, senior director: cloud infrastructure and cloud data services EMEA at NetApp In...

DVT gets new Gauteng home

Software development and testing company DVT, along with the Dynamic Technologies group companies, has relocated to new offices in Rosebank to accommodate the expansion of the organisation. The premises, Dynamic Tech House, comprises a total space of 5 000 m²...

Is your business getting its priorities right?

If 77% of cyberattacks happen through apps, why do companies spend 90% of their security budget securing the perimeter of their systems? F5 Networks revealed this statistic back in 2016, and yet businesses don't seem to have changed their spending priorities. By...

Tech made easy for SMEs

Small business owners have more than enough to worry about than managing their IT systems. However, to be competitive in today's high tech business environment, it is crucial that they choose the right IT solutions. Cloudbox has an 'All-in-One' IT solution for small...

New head for SAP’s Central Africa region

SAP Africa has announced the appointment of the MD for a newly-formed Central African region. SAP veteran and respected business leader Pedro Guerreiro, who was appointed as managing director for Lusophone Africa in 2015 and West Africa in 2017, will lead the...

Reatile buys into Prgama

Investment holding company the Reatile Group, an, has acquired a 37,54% stake in enterprise asset and facilities management company Pragma. "I've been involved with Pragma for a while, and I've known Reatile for much longer. I believe it's a great move forward for...

Live chat not well used by SA’s etailers

ChatMarshal.com, an outsource live chat and chatbot agency has researched 1 000 online shops and e-commerce web sites in South Africa and found that 98% of consumer-facing websites don't use live chat, even when the benefits are obvious. David Marshall, founder and...

Smart Integration is an EcoXpert

Smart Integration, a wholly-owned Ulwembu Business Services organisation, has been named as one of only two local Schneider Electric EcoXpert partners to achieve a hotel automation specialisation. The accreditation allows Smart Integration to provide South African...

DBA – PostgreSQL at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:If you're seeking a rewarding opportunity to contribute to positive social change while earning a competitive salary and working for an innovative, dynamic and well-organised international organisation, this employer is definitely worth considering....

Senior Project Manager – Gauteng Weltevredenpark

About the job Senior Project ManagerJob Summary for Senior Project ManagerPosition OverviewJob Title: Senior Project ManagerIndustry: Mining and Minerals ProcessingFocus Area: Engineering ProjectsMain Purpose of the RoleThe Senior Project Manager will lead complex...

DBA – PostgreSQL at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

About our client:If you're seeking a rewarding opportunity to contribute to positive social change while earning a competitive salary and working for an innovative, dynamic and well-organised international organisation, this employer is definitely worth considering....

Service Desk Technician at Mintek

Introduction Mintek has an exciting career opportunity for a Service Desk Technician. The successful candidate will be the single point of contact for customers to obtain technical support. They will install, backup, assess, troubleshoot, maintain, and upgrade...

Business Intelligence Developer

Job Summary:We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic Business Intelligence (BI) Developer to join our dynamic data analytics team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining BI solutions that transform data into actionable...

SAP HCM Systems Analyst (EC Payroll or SuccessFactors) (CH1061)

Our client in the banking industry is looking for a SAP Systems Analyst with HCM Module, and specifically EC Payroll or SuccessFactors experience to join their team.The role will ensure stability and full functionality within area of responsibility, (Payroll and...

DevOps Engineer at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Looking for an opportunity to make impactful contributions that benefit society? Joining this dynamic, organised and innovative employer will allow just that, all while earning well and working alongside a global team of specialists. You will be able...

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