Transnet on track with R129bn recovery

Transnet will spend more than R129-billion over the next five years to restore the organisation’s sustainability and credibility. This is the word from group chief executive Michelle Phillips, addressing delegates at the SAPICS Conference in Cape Town. Phillips told...

Voyager 1 on track to reach one light-day from Earth

In November Voyager 1 will reach an incredible 1 light-day from Earth

Cisco partners with Jozi My Jozi on inner city revitalisation

Kathy Gibson reports form Johannesburg - Cisco and Jozi My Jozi today launched a new partnership aimed at harnessing technology to help develop the Johannesburg inner city. The new initiative, Masibambisane, is part of Cisco’s global 40 Communities social impact...

New battery factory drives industrialisation, job creation

Kathy Gibson reports - Actom has opened a new assembly line for locally-assembled LiFePO₄ battery energy storage systems (BESS). Yesterday, the company also announced that is expanding manufacturing capacity for its high voltage equipment. These moves are significant...

Massive growth forecast for smart home market

The global smart home market size is estimated to reach $537,27-billion by 2030, expanding at a CAGR of 27% from 2025 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The smart home is driven by computing devices and information technology that link smart...

Consumer spending is cautious amid economic uncertainty

The Absa Merchant Spend Analytics Report for February 2025 shows a general decline in card spending across most categories, reducing overall card spending and transaction volumes. However, this card spending drop has slowed compared to the decline experienced in...

Regional AI set to reach $166,33bn by 2030

The MENA artificial intelligence market size is expected to reach $166,33-billion by 2030, projected to grow at a CAGR of 44,8% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. Various cities in the MEA region are actively embracing AI to build...

Sodium-ion batteries will diversify energy storage industry

Sodium-ion (Na-ion) batteries are being developed due to their potential costs, safety, sustainability, and performance characteristics over traditional lithium-ion batteries. These batteries can be made with widely available and inexpensive materials, with sodium...

Retailers fail to meet shopper needs, expectations

As the retail landscape faces mounting pressure from evolving consumer expectations and economic headwinds, a new global study from the IBM Institute for Business Value, reveals a widening gap between shopper demands and the current retail offering. The third biennial...

Intel delivers high-level compute for mobile, desktop, edge

At CES, Intel announced its full Intel Core 14th Gen mobile and desktop processor lineup, including powerful new HX-series mobile processors and mainstream 65-watt and 35-watt desktop processors. In addition, the company introduced its new Intel Core mobile processor...

Nvidia shows gaming, creating, GenAI, robotics at CES

Generative AI models that will bring lifelike characters to games and applications and new GPUs for gamers and creators were among the highlights of Nvidia's announcements ahead of this week's CES trade show in Las Vegas. "Today, Nvidia is at the centre of the latest...

AMD reveals next-gen desktop processors

Ahead of CES 2024, AMD has announced new products expanding its desktop portfolio, delivering premium experiences to gamers, content creators and everyday users through greater performance and personal AI processing. AMD is introducing the new AMD Ryzen 8000G Series...

Cooperation is possible even in midst of competition

The World Economic Forum today launched the Global Cooperation Barometer to measure the state of global cooperation. The barometer indicates that global cooperation was resilient in multiple dimensions from 2012 until 2020 but overall cooperation declined by 2% from...

Why we need to cut emissions by 7% a year

Global emissions, which are continuing to rise by 1,5% a year, must be cut by 7% annually until 2030 to limit global warming to 1,5°C, as agreed by countries that signed the Paris Agreement in 2015. This size of emissions reduction is unprecedented, surpassing the...

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Rudi Matjokana re-joins Vodacom

Vodacom Group has announced the appointment of Rudi Matjokana as managing executive for public enterprise business effective from 1st December 2018. Matjokana will report into Vodacom Business chief officer for enterprise sales, Mickey Mashale and will form part of...

Better traction with app-ificaiton

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Cyber threats to escalate in 2019

South Africa is no stranger to data breaches, with databases of blue-chip companies such as Ster-Kinekor, ViewFines and Masters Deeds having been targeted in the recent past - often with staggering consequences for the companies and their clients. Doug Clare,...

Things every executive should know about machine learning

Machine learning (ML) capabilities hold great potential for new revenue streams and tremendous cost savings for enterprises. Increasingly, businesses are using ML to strengthen their competitive advantage and drive innovation. By Yotam Yarden, senior data scientist at...

Battery Centre moves to the cloud

The move to the cloud can help businesses increase revenues while also improving customer engagement, performance, security, and reliability. As part of its digital transformation drive, Battery Centre Kempton Park has deployed Cloudbox, an 'All-in-One' IT solution...

Employers fail to follow suspension procedure

Employers often fail to appropriately follow due procedure when suspending or dismissing employees, says Strata-g's legal director, Advocate Tertius Wessels. But what exactly does fair reason and fair process entail? Fair reason A suspension is only justified in cases...

One Channel’s 1Retail POS solution certified by Acumatica

One Channel's 1Retail POS Solution has been successfully Certified for Acumatica and recognised as an Acumatica-Certified Application (ACA). Acumatica is a comprehensive, browser-based Cloud ERP solution optimised for ease-of-use, adaptability, mobility, speed, and...

Digitalisation and the African energy sector

The upcoming Africa Energy Indaba will host various forums on digitalisation and its implication on the continent's energy space. Industry leaders will impart their knowledge on developing opportunities and how to manage challenges while proactively exploring...

Black extends free data promo

black is extending its free data promotion to stream content until the end of June. The free data can be accessed on any of Cell C's prepaid or contract plans and can be used to browse, watch or download content on black. "We launched the free data promotion for black...

Traditional financial institutions must transform or die

With fintechs, big-techs and start-ups already eating into traditional financial institutions' market share, banking and insurance company chief executives need to identify their organisations' strengths and build on them - or they will quickly flounder and die. By...

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To provide exceptional IT support services and guidance , ensuring clients maintain high levels of efficiency and productivity . Act a s a formal representative and brand ambassador for the company.Maintaining excellent relationships and upholding the company's...

MPKI Developer

We are seeking a skilled MPKI (Managed Public Key Infrastructure) Developer to design, implement, and maintain secure and scalable PKI solutions. The ideal candidate will have expertise in PKI/RFC technical standards, regulations and compliance requirements,...

Solutions Architect (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client, headquartered in the USA, offers a great work opportunity. Embrace work-from-home flexibility and long-term prospects, including overseas opportunities. Benefit from learning from the best in the field at a company with amazing perks and...

Graduate Developer (.Net) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client, a specialised IT firm, partners with organisations to tackle substantial enterprise-level business, system, or project challenges. Their approach combines a proactive "start-now" philosophy with agile development and just-in-time design...

Data Specialist at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:With a focus on Africa, China, the UK and the US, this global investment firm offers you an opportunity to be involved with a unique approach to responsible investing whilst driving performance and innovation. This client is guided by a philosophy of...

Data Analyst at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:With a focus on Africa, China, the UK and the US, this global investment firm offers you an opportunity to be involved with a unique approach to responsible investing whilst driving performance and innovation. This client is guided by a philosophy of...

Int – Senior Project Manager

An international European client of ours is looking for a Project Manager. If you are looking for a new exciting role, this is for you! Key Requirements 5-6 years' experience - looking for someone more Intermediate to SeniorKey skills: Has SAP experience, ABAPHas...

Software Engineer (Hybrid)

ENVIRONMENT:Our client seeks a Software Developer to join their team in Cape Town. They are a dynamic Software Development company specializing in bespoke software solutions, architecture consulting, and systems integration. The ideal candidate should have a strong...

Lead Data Engineer

The Data Engineer lead is responsible for the medium-term and day-to-day operations of the data engineering function. This position is responsible for architecting, building and maintaining the data infrastructure that powers data driven initiatives. This role...

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