Data centres go green
Kathy Gibson reports from the AI Everything Summit in Nairobi – Data centres – critically important if Africa is to advance its AI agenda – use ever-increasing amounts of electricity, which the continent battles to provide. The ideal solution to the electricity...
Governance key to AI success
Kathy Gibson reports from the AI Everything Summit in Nairobi – Artificial intelligence (AI) governance and policies are top of the agenda for African countries as they seek to grasp the many opportunities that the technology promises. There’s no shortage of advice,...
Business liquidations decline, but financial pressure still elevated
South Africa’s corporate sector continues to operate under sustained financial pressure - despite a modest decline in business liquidations relative to the previous year, according to the latest Statistics of Liquidation report from Stats SA. The report shows that 135...
New POPIA code warns ‘clipboard security’ is over
South Africa’s estates and office parks are bracing for a major shake‑up at their boom gates as the Information Regulator finalises a POPIA Code of Conduct for Gated Access that will directly impact how controlled‑access properties collect and store visitor data. For...
AI forcing a talent squeeze in iGaming
As the South African iGaming and technology sectors mature, hiring practices are too - with companies on the hunt mainly for experienced technical staff while AI replaces traditional junior roles. This is according to new research from SoftSwiss and recruitment...
Trust in data and AI is in crisis
In an era where data and AI drive business success, organisations are more vulnerable than ever to data loss and outages. This is among the findings from Veeam Software’s latest Data Resilience survey of more than 4 000 C-Suite and senior IT leaders Organisations can...
Strengthening recovery testing in SaaS is key to resilience
As software as a service (SaaS) becomes more prevalent, new research from Keepit shows that - based on a real‑world backup and restore activity - recovery practices remain a work in progress for many organisations. The report analyses aggregated and anonymised...
How to store and keep your sensitive data safe
Ahead of World Backup Day, Kaspersky research has revealed the most popular ways to store important data – 87% of South Africans prefer digital – and offers some tips on how to keep it safe. Global research shows that zoomers and millennials keep nearly everything...
SA young scientists excel in Tunisia and China
South Africa’s young scientists have once again demonstrated excellence on the global stage, achieving outstanding results at the International Festival of Engineering Science and Technology in Tunisia (IFEST²) and the Beijing Youth Science Creation Competition...
WAPA marks 20 years of wireless advocacy
The Wireless Access Providers’ Association (WAPA) celebrates its 20th anniversary this year, and kicked off the festivities in March at its annual Gauteng industry event. Themed “WAPA 20: Redefining the Wireless Landscape – Without Limits Since 2006,” the event, held...
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HR can safeguard your organisation against FIC violations
In February 2023, South Africa was placed on the Financial Action Task Force’s (FATF) “grey list” after the global watchdog found shortcomings in how the country implemented anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CTF) standards. By Sameer...
Storage at the edge improves IIoT data analysis from IIot
The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is transforming how industries gather, interpret, and act on data. Machines and sensors are becoming increasingly smart and interconnected. By Christophe Vaissade, OEM sales director EMEA, embedded and cloud market at Sandisk...
The e-waste EPR is our economic and environmental future
For decades, South Africa has grappled with a mounting challenge: an ever-growing mountain of electronic waste. While other nations have long had established systems to manage this complex waste stream, we have been playing catch-up. By Ashley du Plooy, CEO of ERA The...
Vodacom, Eastern Cape Development Corporation empower youth with digital skills
Vodacom has partnered with the Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) and technology providers to give young individuals access to digital skills. In partnership with AWS, Microsoft, Skillsoft, and other organisations, Vodacom seeks to close the digital skills...
Red Hat OpenShift AI achieves ISO 42001 AI certification
To CIOs and CISOs overseeing critical production systems, AI can seem chaotic: It’s a dynamic, constantly evolving ecosystem, where current certifications and standards may not apply the same way, if at all. But AI can’t be ignored, writes Vincent Danen,...
Mbongeni Ndlovu is new SAPICS GM
Supply chain industry body SAPICS has announced the appointment of Mbongeni Ndlovu as its GM. Ndolovu brings a deep passion for professional development and a well-established track record in education and training to the not-for-profit organisation. Based in Durban,...
How to access business information securely
A recent Kaspersky survey entitled “Cybersecurity in the workplace: Employee knowledge and behaviour”, showed that professionals surveyed in South Africa, use multiple devices for work: along with a computer, 44,8% of local respondents also use a mobile phone, and...
CMC Networks appoints Mahesh Jaishankar as MD
CMC Networks has appointed Mahesh Jaishankar as MD, tasked with leading the company’s strategy to drive growth in AI-powered connectivity, combined with on-the-ground expertise across Africa and the Middle East. Jaishankar succeeds Marisa Trisolino, who served as CEO...
Why SA businesses need AIOps-observability
According to CASA Software the demands of today’s digital economy augmented by the increasing complexity of modern application architectures have made the role of IT operations more challenging. Michael Brink, CTO CASA Software, notes AI and machine learning have...
Navigating AI, robotics and human skills in SA
Artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics are no longer abstract concepts in South Africa’s business community. They are here, changing how industries operate and reshaping workforce expectations. By Shiksha Benimadho, Accenture development partnerships and talent...
Backend Developer (Senior) 2578
They are looking for a Backend Developer to join the team to deliver a streamlined user experience, with opportunities to work on the frontend code base as well as the full stack.Conduct with the feature team members, system analysis, design, development and testing...
Test Automation Engineer (Mid – Senior) – (Cape Town – Hybrid)
ENVIRONMENT:A Company who builds and scales AI, SaaS and Talent platforms, is currently looking for an AI-enabled Full Stack Developer to build and scale modern SaaS platforms where AI is embedded in core product functionality. You will work on production-grade...
Backend Developer (Senior) 2578 – Gauteng Pretoria
They are looking for a Backend Developer to join the team to deliver a streamlined user experience, with opportunities to work on the frontend code base as well as the full stack.Conduct with the feature team members, system analysis, design, development and testing...
Test Automation Engineer (Mid – Senior) – (Cape Town – Hybrid) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:A Company who builds and scales AI, SaaS and Talent platforms, is currently looking for an AI-enabled Full Stack Developer to build and scale modern SaaS platforms where AI is embedded in core product functionality. You will work on production-grade...
Network Administrator at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Summary of roleThe Network Administrator is responsible for the day-to-day operational administration, availability, performance, and documentation of the network infrastructure across all sites. This role ensures stable, secure, and efficient network services while...
React Developer at Datonomy Solutions
Duties:Design, develop, and maintain front end applications using [URL Removed] ?Translate business and user requirements into clean, efficient, and reusable code•? ?Build responsive, high performance user interfaces•? ?Integrate front end solutions with RESTful APIs...
Network Administrator at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Roodepoort
Summary of roleThe Network Administrator is responsible for the day-to-day operational administration, availability, performance, and documentation of the network infrastructure across all sites. This role ensures stable, secure, and efficient network services while...
React Developer at Datonomy Solutions – Gauteng Sandton
Duties:Design, develop, and maintain front end applications using [URL Removed] ?Translate business and user requirements into clean, efficient, and reusable code•? ?Build responsive, high performance user interfaces•? ?Integrate front end solutions with RESTful APIs...
Full Stack Developer (Senior) 2193
Development and maintenance on platform/application.Review and present proposed system solution to IT Project Manager / Leader and User.Management or System owner.Develop systems solutions in line with quality and delivery requirements.Preparation of system/technical...
Agile Master (Senior) 1423
Assesses the agile maturity of the team and organisation and coaches the team to higher levels.Co-ordinates product planning, together with Product Owners.Co-ordinates and leads relevant agile ceremonies.Assists with internal and external communication and improving...
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