Women embrace AI and narrow the workplace gender gap

South African women are narrowing the artificial intelligence (AI) skills gap with their male counterparts. This is according to the Pnet Job Market Trends Report for August 2026, based on an analysis of 1,5-million jobseeker profiles. Men account for around two...

Businesses win when women gain workplace flexibility

When businesses give women access to professional workspaces closer to home, they gain stronger collaboration, networking and performance in return. This ties into this year’s National Women’s Day theme, “Empower Woman, Empower the Nation”, to life, according to...

AI infrastructure boom shifts from chip race to supply-chain race

AI infrastructure spending has entered a new phase, says GlobalData, with demand outpacing semiconductors, memory, and power capacity despite record earnings across the technology ecosystem. This earnings season reveals that capital investment, geopolitics, and...

As AI adoption grows, more security alerts are ignored

Security operations centres are facing mounting pressure from growing alert volumes, increasingly sophisticated AI-powered attacks, and persistent staffing constraints. According to Prophet Security's Second Annual State of AI in Security Operations Report, presented...

SAP signs up cloud hyperscalers

SAP has strengthened its enterprise cloud ecosystem through partnerships with major cloud hyperscalers including Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, and recently Google Cloud. Nazia Pillay, ad-interim MD of SAP Southern Africa, says African enterprises now have...

CEOs say cybersecurity is critical for business growth

A massive 85% percent of CEOs say cybersecurity is critical for business growth, according to a survey by Gartner. The Gartner CEO and Senior Business Executive Survey of 456 CEOs and other senior business executives worldwide was conducted from June to November 2024....

Webb reveals mysterious features hiding in near-infrared light

Like a shiny, round ornament ready to be placed in the perfect spot on a holiday tree, supernova remnant Cassiopeia A (Cas A) gleams in a new image from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope. While all is bright, this scene is no proverbial silent night. Webb’s NIRCam...

CIOs pivotal to navigating change in the digital business era

Today's CIOs have evolved from managing IT infrastructure and ensuring systems' efficiency to become key business strategists. They stand at the intersection of technology and business, leveraging innovations to shape organizational directions, create value, and boost...

Smart devices market has bottomed out

The smart devices market is slowed and still at a low point against the gradually recovering society and economy in 2023. However, the Double 11 shopping season in China 2023 brought up positive surprises. As consumer demand is thawing, finding an affordable...

Top trends impacting infrastructure and operations

Gartner has highlighted the six trends that will have significant impact on infrastructure and operations (I&O) over the next 12 to 18 months. "I&O leaders have little time, skills and budget to track emerging trends and the full impact of those on I&O,"...

Tech industry boosts climate commitment

Members of the global tech sector have committed to increase action to help solve the climate crisis through Green Digital Action at COP28 in Dubai. The commitments from tech companies and governments - including mitigation and adaptation efforts - came at the first...

WiFi predictions for 2024

The Wireless Broadband Alliance (WBA) has released its Annual Industry Report 2024, outlining 10 predictions for 2024 and beyond that are expected to change the way wireless technology is used by communities and businesses across the world, including improved...

Security threats consumers should look out for in 2024

Predictions from the Kaspersky Security Bulletin (KSB) point to a diverse array of challenges, where cybercriminals are increasingly leveraging both trending topics and advanced technologies. * Increased charity scams - According to the UN, 2023 experienced the...

Hardcopy peripherals shipments dip in Q3

The global hardcopy peripherals market recorded 19.5 million units shipped in the third quarter of 2023 (3Q23), down 7,9% compared to the third quarter of 2022. The decline was caused by sluggish consumer demand and a pessimistic economic outlook, according to new...

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Modern ERP is the answer

Unlike word processors and other technologies, ERP systems didn't arrive to simplify certain tasks. Instead, they emerged and evolved to create more business opportunities. Over time, as companies grew in complexity, so did ERP, writes One Channel CEO Bernard Ford. If...

Vumatel, Tsebo recognized at VC awards

Vumatel and Tsebo, two companies funded by Vantage Capital, were recognised as the best medium-size and large-size private equity-backed South African growth champions respectively, at the inaugural South African Private Equity and Venture Capital Association (SAVCA)...

Fibre versus satellite for SA’s broadband needs

With more and more South African neighbourhoods receiving the infrastructure necessary for fibre connectivity, the question that the average South African should be asking is: how does it compare to satellite in meeting the country's needs for inclusive, affordable...

Safe online shopping on Black Friday and Cyber Monday

More and more consumers are now opting for greater convenience by shopping online. With 45% of digitally connected consumers in South Africa claiming to have bought products online in 2017, information security fears remain one of the major concerns and barriers for...

First integrated inbound-outbound call centre platform for SA

Jasco has successfully implemented the first Proactive Outreach Manager (POM) call centre platform in South Africa that integrates outbound and inbound call capabilities. The POM platform was developed by one of the world's pioneers in global business...

Huawei to launch telco power solution

Huawei will launch the PowerCube 1000 Advanced Diesel Hybrid Power solution, integrating digital, power electronic and energy storage technologies, at AfricaCom this week. The Advanced Diesel Hybrid Power solution addresses the high fuel opex of African telco...

ElegantFoil deploys Xerox Versant 3100

ElegantFoil, a print veteran and trade finishing services enterprise, has invested in a Xerox Versant 3100 colour digital press. The Xerox Versant 3100 digital printer is ground breaking globally leading technology that takes automation to the extreme by delivering...

The risks of not insuring your business

One of the most commonly overlooked priorities when starting a business is having adequate insurance in place to cater for unforeseen risks. Theunis Fourie, head of insurance brokers at FNB, says business owners who overlook having insurance in place face the risk of,...

ContinuitySA wins IRMSA Award for risk management

ContinuitySA was named as the winner of the IRMSA 2018 Industry Award for the category "Professional Services, Training Providers, Consultants and Auditors", for outstanding contribution to risk management. In winning the IRMSA Industry Award through the recognition...

Try-before-you-buy men’s styling service

Crate ov Clothes is a online styling service for men designed to take the hassle of out shopping for men. Crate ov Clothes is a convenient and easy way for men to shop for clothes without having to set foot in a retail store. Unlike the usual online shopping...

Mainframe Test Analyst

My client based in Bellville (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for a Mainframe Test Analyst to join them on a fixed term contract IT / Finance Responsibilities Analyse system and business specification to provide inputs and estimatesLiaise with business and / or...

Angular Developer

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Angular Developer to join our dynamic team. If you are passionate about front-end development and have extensive experience in Angular, JavaScript, and TypeScript, we would love to have you on board! Key Responsibilities...

Solutions Architect at The Foschini Group – Western Cape Cape Town

Package & RemunerationJOB DESCRIPTION Key Responsibilities: Collaborate closely with stakeholders to gather and analyse business requirements, ensuring a deep understanding of the organization's needs and objectives. Develop comprehensive solution designs that...

Mainframe Test Analyst – Western Cape Bellville

My client based in Bellville (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for a Mainframe Test Analyst to join them on a fixed term contract IT / Finance Responsibilities Analyse system and business specification to provide inputs and estimatesLiaise with business and / or...

Angular Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Angular Developer to join our dynamic team. If you are passionate about front-end development and have extensive experience in Angular, JavaScript, and TypeScript, we would love to have you on board! Key Responsibilities...

Project Manager (Construction / Building) at Famous Brands

IntroductionJOB TITLE: Project ManagerJOB GRADE: CUDEPARTMENT: Project ManagementLOCATION: Midrand - Gauteng East & LimpopoEMPLOYMENT STATUS: PermanentDuties & ResponsibilitiesMAIN OUTPUTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THIS POSITION: Manage Quality of projects...

Senior Project Manager

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...

IT Systems & Network Administrator at Southern Oil

Introduction This role is responsible for ensuring high availability, scalability and enhanced performance of end user Computers, Networks, Servers, Software, IT Security Systems and other critical components of the organization's IT infrastructure. This includes...

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....

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