How can SA plug the ICT skills gap?

Kathy Gibson reports from the IITPSA Workforce Conference – While South Africa records the highest unemployment rate in the world, there is still a dire shortage of critical IT skills. Presenting the IITPSA IT Skills Survey, Lehlohonolo  Mokenela, MD of Africa...

Is talent debt depleting your institutional knowledge?

Organisations cutting costs through workforce reduction to weather tough conditions may be trading a visible saving for an invisible liability that will cost them far more later, warns Advaita Naidoo, Africa MD at executive search firm Jack Hammer Global. “Globally,...

In 2027, AI could account for 20% of all business tech spend

In the coming year, CIOs and CISOs will face growing pressure to realise returns on their AI investments in infrastructure, security, digital sovereignty, and emerging technologies, according to Forrester’s 2027 technology and security predictions. Additionally, with...

Banks expect to hand decisions to AI – even if they can’t explain them

Banks are racing toward a future where AI no longer merely informs key credit, treasury, and risk decisions – it makes them autonomously. Yet AI governance is not keeping pace with adoption, according to new AI risk research by FT Longitude, SAS and Microsoft. Even as...

Management changes at Boston IT Solutions

Chris Coetzee has stepped down as business director at Boston IT Solutions South Africa. Commercial manager Matt Parfitt has been appointed to oversee the operations of Boston IT Solutions South Africa in the interim. Coetzee has taken up the position of MD at...

How Africa can seize the AI advantage

Kathy Gibson reports – Realising the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) for Africa requires commitment and hard work. This is the word from Kabelo Makwane, country manager of Google South Africa, addressing delegates to the Google AI in Action event taking...

Right-to-repair law could cut e-waste

It's a frustrating scenario most South African consumers are all too familiar with: You purchase an expensive new electrical item or electronic device, and shortly after the warranty expires, a small part breaks. But when you take it into the manufacturer, they simply...

Startup innovation shapes tech landscape

In the ever-evolving landscape of tech innovation, practical and customer-centric solutions take centre stage - from AI-driven medical diagnostics to streamlined IT management platforms enhancing operational efficiency, the focus is on solutions that directly impact...

Immunisation saves millions of African lives

An estimated 51,2-million lives have been saved through vaccines in the African region over the past 50 years. For every infant life saved over that period, close to 60 years of life are lived, a new report by World Health Organization (WHO) finds. These achievements...

Deposit Insurance protects banking customers

The Corporation for Deposit Insurance (CODI) now aligns South Africa with the rest of the G20, guaranteeing cash deposits of up to R100 000 per qualifying depositor in the event of a bank collapse. The Reserve Bank estimates that the R100 000 cap means that more than...

SA enterprises are embracing GenAI

Kathy Gibson reports – South Africa’s largest enterprises are well on the way on their generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) journeys. This is according to the South African Generative AI Roadmap for 2024 survey by World Wide Worx, commissioned by Dell...

Identity cyberattacks on the rise in MEA

There is a global identity crisis emerging as cybercriminals double down on exploiting user identities to compromise enterprises worldwide, according to IBM's latest 2024 X-Force Threat Intelligence Index, and the MEA (Middle East and Africa) region is no exception....

Healthcare organisations under pressure to modernise IT

Hybrid multicloud adoption is surging among healthcare organisations as the majority are significantly increasing investments in IT modernisation, according to the sixth annual global Healthcare Enterprise Cloud Index (ECI) report from Nutanix. The report reveals that...

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Kaspersky Lab adds blockchain business protection

Kaspersky Lab has launched new service packages designed for businesses working in the blockchain industry and crypto economy. Token offering (ICO/ STO) projects and cryptocurrency exchanges are now offered tailored services, such as Smart Contract Code Review,...

The business benefits of outsourcing

Businesses operating in the 21st century have an immense amount of pressure to be dynamic, relevant and constantly find ways of growing. One of the most common tools used by organisations to gain leverage over their competitors and exceed the aggressive demands of the...

Nutanix Mine hyperconverges secondary storage

Nutanix has announced Nutanix Mine, a new open solution that integrates secondary storage operations with the Nutanix Enterprise Cloud Platform, delivering a complete platform for primary and secondary storage within the private cloud. Through native integration with...

Fujitsu extends agility with multi-hypervisor hyperconvergence

Fujitsu has announced the global availability of the multi-hypervisor platform Nutanix Enterprise Cloud on Primergy. This Fujitsu appliance delivers confidence to customers that new digital applications can be delivered at speed and enable enterprise IT...

Partnership aims to disrupt the ERP market

Newly-launched cloud ERP solution Uniconta has partnered with Akhani Technologies, an African advisory, business automation and digital solutions firm. Together they plan to disrupt the ERP space by targeting a niche market they believe has been overlooked by the...

The low-down on protecting big data and open source workloads

As organisations grow in size, complexity and the services they offer, so too does the diversity of the workloads they must run. Modern companies operate huge applications, some of which must process billions of requests each minute from all around the world. By Mark...

5G enables future tech, but challenges remain

Digital transformation is rapidly changing the way in which we live, work, and play, and upcoming 5G technology will be crucial in providing the level of connectivity that will improve user experiences and expand broadband wireless services beyond mobile internet. By...

Limited edition ‘blue’ battery launched

What do vehicle automotive components and the ocean have in common? Not much. But awareness of plastic pollution is a growing concern. Items most commonly found on our beaches are carrier bags, potato chip packets, cigarette lighters, plastic bottles and caps,...

Kaspersky Lab, Anomali partner on first-hand threat intelligence

Kaspersky Threat Data Feeds are now integrated with the Anomali Threat Platform. Thanks to this partnership, organisations can leverage constantly updated, contextual and actionable Threat Intelligence from Kaspersky Lab to enrich their insight about the global...

Introducing the next-generation project manager

The nature of work has changed fundamentally over the past decade or so, and long-used ways of working have fallen short in the new digital-driven, fast-paced and hyper-competitive business landscape. Justine Grimmer, senior manager at IQbusiness In the area of...

IT Support Assistant

IT Support Assistant - 3 Month ContractIT Support Assistant - 3 Month ContractResponsibilities and Duties:Assist with installing and configuring computer hardware, software, systems, networks, printers, and scanners.Help monitor and maintain computer systems and...

Android Developer

Our client is seeking an experienced Android Developer to join their dynamic team of innovators. In this role, you will be responsible for developing cutting-edge Android applications that deliver exceptional user experiences. Key Requirements Bachelor's degree or...

Senior Front-End Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg

ENVIRONMENT:A pioneering company that has developed an open capital markets ecosystem, enabling private companies to access capital without relying solely on institutional investors, is seeking a Senior Front-End Engineer. This role involves developing new features,...

IT Support Assistant – Western Cape Cape Town

IT Support Assistant - 3 Month ContractIT Support Assistant - 3 Month ContractResponsibilities and Duties:Assist with installing and configuring computer hardware, software, systems, networks, printers, and scanners.Help monitor and maintain computer systems and...

Android Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Our client is seeking an experienced Android Developer to join their dynamic team of innovators. In this role, you will be responsible for developing cutting-edge Android applications that deliver exceptional user experiences. Key Requirements Bachelor's degree or...

CNC Programmer – Manufacturing

Our client is looking for a CNC Programmer to join their team in Cape Town, WC. The successful candidate will be responsible for programming, setting, and operating CNC machines with a focus on precision and efficiency. This role involves qualifying new parts for...

Applications Architect at Financial Intelligence Centre

JOB PURPOSE: To design and maintain the enterprise-wide application architecture as guided by the EA standards, procedures and policies.KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:Application Architecture domain establishment • Interpret and apply approved enterprise architecture...

Project Manager IT

Lead the Charge in Project Management Within FMCG - Drive Innovation & Efficiency Is this you?Are you a highly organised and proactive Project Manager with a strong background in the FMCG industry? Do you thrive in cross-functional team environments, managing key...

Systems Engineer (Azure/Cloud) on-site (contract) (TB)

The Systems Engineer: Microsoft Cloud Services is responsible for ensuring the stable operation of the IT server infrastructure across the entire organisation in order to maintain high levels of availability and security. The role is responsible for the...

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