AI automation is having an impact on entry-level hiring

Nearly a quarter (22%) of CHROs report that at least one business leader in their organisation has stopped hiring for entry-level roles due to AI automation, according to Gartner. The 4Q25 Gartner survey of 110 heads of HR also found that 95% of organisations have...

Africa’s young people want jobs, clean government

Africa’s young people are more optimistic about the future of their countries, economies and the continent than at any point since the pandemic - but they are demanding jobs, cleaner government, safer communities, a stronger political voice and a model of democracy...

Even without data centres, Africa faces water bankruptcy

A new United Nations (UN) report says the world has moved past a water crisis into water bankruptcy – and Africa’s utility numbers already show what that looks like.

How technology is changing decision-making in mining

The Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR), and particularly AI, is no longer a pipedream in South African mining - technology is already influencing how decisions are made, how risks are managed, and how value is created. It’s a critical period for the local mining...

$4,8trn AI opportunity could widen inequality gap

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming economies and creating opportunities - but it also poses risks of greater inequality. UN Trade and Development’s (UNCTAD) Technology and Innovation Report 2025 warns that while AI can be a powerful tool for progress, it is...

Intel Core Ultra helps Deloitte speed routine tasks

A 50% reduction in processing time for routine tasks from a single tech change? How about increased productivity, speed and cost efficiency, reduced error rates, and much greater security and privacy because of the same technology tweak? These are the types of...

How Red Hat aids NASA’s Artemis missions

Last week (16 November 2023) marked the one-year anniversary of the successful launch of NASA's Artemis I mission to the moon - the first in a series of missions that will ultimately see the space agency return humans to the moon. Preparations for Artemis I required...

SMMEs using cloud could add billions to SA economy

Enabling more of South Africa's small, medium and micro (SMME) companies to adopt cloud computing could unlock R185.9-billion for South Africa's economy by 2030, according to a new study by Access Partnership. The research, commissioned by Amazon Web Services (AWS),...

Social media giants face privacy challenges

The landscape of social media is undergoing a transformation as Big Tech faces challenges from privacy regulations and heightened user concerns. The industry's future rests on navigating evolving user preferences and regulatory pressures, striking a delicate balance...

EMEA CIOs embrace democratisation of digital delivery

In Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), 46% of CIOs are partnering with their CxO peers to bring IT and business area staff together to co-own digital delivery on an enterprise-wide scale, according to Gartner's annual global survey of CIOs and technology...

Japanese only work 26 minutes per month to cover Internet costs

The global Internet usage rate continues to grow - with more than 5,3-billion people or 65,7% of the world`s population using the Internet at the start of Q4 2023 - but as the Internet coverage gap continues to narrow, the price gap remains wide, even between...

Black Friday scams to watch out for

As Black Friday approaches, Kaspersky has released a new report revealing the latest shopping-related cyberthreats. The findings expose more than 13-million e-shop-related phishing attacks in 2023, with scammers mimicking popular marketplaces, luxury brands, and...

Heightened water stress will see businesses under scrutiny

Drought and flood events in recent years have highlighted the importance of water as a strategic global resource and climate change will impact access to water, forcing many countries to modify how they manage resources, according to a new S&P Global Market...

HCP shipments fall as demand softens

Shipments of hardcopy peripherals (HCP) in Western Europe (WE) declined 11,6% YoY to 3,4-million units in Q3 2023, according to recent research by International Data Corporation (IDC). While the situation tends to differ by country and brand, supply chain issues have...

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Arcserve unveils business continuity cloud

Arcserve Southern Africa has lauched Arcserve Business Continuity Cloud, to restore access to critical data, systems and applications across complex, multi-generational IT infrastructures ranging from non-x86 and x86, to software as a service (SaaS) and infrastructure...

Lenovo ThinkAgile HX7820 certified for SAP HANA

As data centre infrastructures have become more complex -combining on-premise, cloud, and hybrid technologies - Hyperconverged Infrastructure (HCI) solutions have emerged in recent years to simplify data centre resources to a single management suite. Addressing the...

SqwidNet, Discovery collaborate on local innovation

Discovery Insure has partnered with Sigfox operator with SqwidNet, the Sigfox to build collaboration and investment on the local frontiers. "Already recognised by Frost & Sullivan as the enabling technology leader in the LPWAN (low-power wide-area network)...

Customer-driver contact makes screening vital

Smartphones offer customers the ability to place orders with just the tap of a finger - be it takeout, merchandise or a taxi ride. With the growing popularity of convenience ordering in South Africa, strangers are having to come into contact with each other on a...

What does that extra ‘s’ mean for consumers?

Research shows that 81 of the top 100 non-Google websites are using Hyper Text Transfer Protocol Secure (HTTPS) to make their sites a safer place for individuals. HTTPS encrypts communications that are sent between an individual's browser and the website they're...

Taxify integrated into Google Maps

Taxify has been integrated into the Google Maps app. People planning their travel routes using Google Maps will now see a Taxify icon in the app, in addition to the familiar car, public transport, walking and biking options. Taxify started operating in South Africa in...

DCC brings in Dell XPS 2-in-1

The Dell XPS 15 2-in-1 (9575) laptop is now available to the South African channel from official distributor, Drive Control Corporation (DCC). The ultra-thin (16mm) 15-inch 2-in-1 laptop features Dell's InfinityEdge 4K Display combined powerhouse features such as 8th...

Microsoft celebrates SA partners

Microsoft has announced the winners of the 2018 Partner of the Year Awards, recognising the innovators in Microsoft's 2 000-strong partner community in South Africa. This year, Microsoft acknowledged partners across 19 categories in each of the solution areas,...

Oracle, LinkedIn improve candidate and employee experience

Oracle and LinkedIn are working together to help HR professionals meet the shifting demands of the talent economy. A series of new integrations between Oracle's Human Capital Management Cloud (Oracle HCM Cloud) and Taleo Enterprise Edition, and LinkedIn, will help HR...

Spotify celebrates a decade of discovery

October 2018 marks 10 years since Spotify officially launched its music streaming platform to fans. To celebrate this milestone, Spotify is taking a decade-long look at some of the biggest discoveries in music, as told through the lens of Spotify, via artists and fan...

Senior Front-End Developer – Gauteng Midrand

We are looking for a UI Front End Developer who will join the cloud migration project.Working in an integrated Agile environment Take part in Agile Meetings (Stand-Up, Refinements etc) Meet with end users to understand Business requirements. Contribute to the...

Intermediate Java Developer

We're looking for a Intermediate Java Developer to help us revolutionize the software development industry! If you're a Java guru with a passion for Java-related technologies, and a commitment to delivering high-quality software solutions, join us, and let's create...

Data Scientist / Data Analyst

BI Data Analyst / Data ScientistUnleash your data wizardry with us!R660,000 - R792,000 per annumJoin a cutting-edge South African company the digital property and vehicle [URL Removed] role offers the chance to accelerate your career by building predictive models and...

SQL Developer

Job SummaryWe are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented SQL Developer to join our Business Intelligence (BI) team. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience in SQL development and a strong understanding of preparing and optimizing data to support BI...

Intermediate Java Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg

We're looking for a Intermediate Java Developer to help us revolutionize the software development industry! If you're a Java guru with a passion for Java-related technologies, and a commitment to delivering high-quality software solutions, join us, and let's create...

Data Scientist / Data Analyst – Remote Remote

BI Data Analyst / Data ScientistUnleash your data wizardry with us!R660,000 - R792,000 per annumJoin a cutting-edge South African company the digital property and vehicle [URL Removed] role offers the chance to accelerate your career by building predictive models and...

SQL Developer – Gauteng Centurion

Job SummaryWe are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented SQL Developer to join our Business Intelligence (BI) team. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience in SQL development and a strong understanding of preparing and optimizing data to support BI...

Flexcube Developer

Bachelor's degree in computer science / accounting / Banking / Commerce / Management.Good experience/knowledge on Flexcube web services and integration with third party applications.Experience in Oracle SQL,PL/SQL, Java, web logic.Good understanding on Flexcube...

Software Engineer

We are looking for a Software Developer in the Automotive Industry based in GqeberhaKey Responsibilities:Good knowledge of PLC Software Systems (Siemans Simatic S7, Siemans TIA, Win CC) Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, ABB advantageousSet up & configure various network...

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