How to raise funds, then scale your African start-up

Kathy Gibson reports from Everything AI and Gitex Kenya in Nairobi – For many African start-ups, their biggest challenge is not coming up with solutions or creating systems that work – it is in scaling them effectively. Once the excitement of the initial idea and...

African startups look to new investors

Kathy Gibson reports from AI Everything and Gitex Kenya in Nairobi – Africa’s exciting and innovative start-ups are attracting interest from investors in the Middle East, Europe and Asia. Investors from these regions are arguably more aligned to the continent’s...

Pilot to production: the challenge of African developers

Kathy Gibson reports from the AI Everything Summit in Nairobi – Africa has no shortage of ideas, use cases and innovation when it comes to developing AI applications. But having a great idea, or an elegant algorithm, doesn’t necessarily translate into a bankable...

As economies shift, Africa urged to follow the money

Kathy Gibson reports from the AI Everything Summit in Nairobi – Africa is enjoying a renaissance as it embraces technology and artificial intelligence (AI) to drive its future growth. But there is a danger that the continent will remain a mere consumer of the...

Hydrogen startups accelerate clean energy innovations

The global hydrogen market is experiencing rapid growth, fueled by increasing demand for sustainable energy solutions, supportive government policies, and advancements in hydrogen technology. Startups in the sector are addressing critical challenges such as hydrogen...

These were the largest service outages in 2024

Ookla has released its latest analysis on the largest internet outages during the first nine months of 2024. The report, based on Downdetector data, aims to analyse the largest challenges associated with service disruptions, as dependence on digital services...

Digital education worth $77,23bn by 2028

The global digital education market size is expected to reach $77,23-billion by 2028. The market is anticipated to register a CAGR of 30,5% from 2021 to 2028. The education industry has witnessed a paradigm shift from conventional exam-oriented learning to...

Most crypto workers are in the US

The US dominates the global crypto workspace by nearly 30%. As of July 2023, over 190 000 people hold down crypto jobs. Edith Reads, financial analyst at BitcoinCasinos.com, comments: "The crypto workspace is expanding quickly, providing significant income for the...

Experts think new vaping tax misses the mark

The vaping industry has vociferously opposed a new tax on vaping products. But only the largest containers of e-liquid will feel hefty price increases, according to the University of Cape Town (UCT) experts Dr Nicole Vellios and Professor Corné van Walbeek. As of 1...

5G infrastructure market set for 28% growth

The global 5G infrastructure market size is expected to reach $95,88-billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 28,4% from 2023 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. A surge in demand for 5G connections across the globe is a vital factor in driving the...

Semiconductor shortage is mostly over for the auto industry

The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the availability of semiconductor chips took a drastic toll on all facets of the automotive industry, and in turn the global economy. But in mid-2023, the worst of the fallout seems to have settled, and the auto industry has...

AI improves supply chains, but people are still needed

Artificial intelligence (AI) is being used successfully in a range of practical applications in the supply chain. These include demand forecasting, risk, inventory and quality management, and transport and distribution optimisation. It is making roads safer. In...

Never a dull moment when it comes to cyberattacks

While the disruptive impact of the Russo-Ukrainian conflict on the cyber landscape has relatively reduced in recent months, the threat landscape has returned to a state of "normality". This new normal is characterised by an increase in cyberattacks, as Check Point...

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Users can transfer between M-PESA, PayPal

Safaricom, PayPal and TransferTo have announced a collaboration on a new service that will allow movement of funds between M-PESA and PayPal accounts, a huge boost to international e-commerce. Qualifying M-PESA customers in Kenya can link their PayPal accounts to...

Huawei launches P20 Series in SA

Huawei Consumer Business Group, South Africa has unveiled the Huawei P20 and Huawei P20 Pro smartphones. "Huawei's flagship Huawei P Series devices are known for their best-in-class camera, cutting-edge technology and sophisticated design. Continuing this illustrious...

Reduce risk through IoT

The Internet of Things is a digital revolution that not only has the potential to impact how we live, but also how we work. By 2020, it has been predicted that there will be anywhere from 25-billion to 50-billion things connected to the Internet of Things (IoT) -...

Canon cameras are tops – again

Canon's interchangeable-lens digital cameras (digital SLR and compact-system cameras) have maintained the number one share of the global market for 15 consecutive years1, from 2003 to 2017. Canon develops the key components featured in its interchangeable-lens cameras...

Ignoring risk is not an option

Few business leaders are oblivious to the proliferation of cyber crime, particularly in light of high profile events such as Petya and WannaCry. But awareness does not always result in action, particularly when budget and skills constraints hamper large-scale...

Top tips for SMME recruiting

Small, medium and micro-sized enterprises (SMMEs) conducting their own recruitment may carry higher risk of bad hiring choices than larger firms using recruitment specialists, unless they set systems in place to reference and vet prospective candidates. This is...

Why insurers should embrace mobile

Even though the market has become more competitive in Africa, many insurers still rely on traditional methods to reach customers. While other industries have been pro-active in their adoption of mobile technology due to its convenience and reach, insurance has...

Reaching today’s CISOs

Information security is top of mind for most businesses today. Not only to they have to worry about increasingly sophisticated and motivated hackers, they have to worry about their own staff, and data loss through either carelessness or malice. Should a security event...

Are you concerned about document security?

Everyone is concerned about data, whether it's your company's intellectual property, a customer's address, employee social security numbers, bank account numbers, a medical ID or license number. By Carro Ford, content marketing strategist at Xerox Handling customer...

Gabsten gains Commvault Service Advantage Plus partner status

Data Management Solution specialist, Gabsten Technologies, has recently received additional certifications from Commvault under the Commvault Service Advantage program for Advanced Architecture Design, Residency Specialisation as well as Remote Managed Services...

Senior Software Developer

Our client is eagerly seeking an enthusiastic Senior Software Developer that takes leadership in shaping the design, development, and maintenance of software applications and translating complex user requirements into robust and efficient code, demonstrating a deep...

Senior Software Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Our client is eagerly seeking an enthusiastic Senior Software Developer that takes leadership in shaping the design, development, and maintenance of software applications and translating complex user requirements into robust and efficient code, demonstrating a deep...

Senior System Engineer (Server Network Firewall & Security)

Are you a tech-savvy problem solver with a knack for building and maintaining high-performance server and network systems? We're on the hunt for a Senior System Engineer who lives and breathes server management, network security, and cutting-edge infrastructure...

Finance Systems Analyst

Train operating entities to navigate the system Determining effectiveness of existing processesEstablishing and maintaining quality standardsExamine existing business processes and procedures Examine existing systems to identify inefficiencies and areas of improvement...

Finance Systems Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town

Train operating entities to navigate the system Determining effectiveness of existing processesEstablishing and maintaining quality standardsExamine existing business processes and procedures Examine existing systems to identify inefficiencies and areas of improvement...

Senior RPG Developer

As a Senior RPG Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining RPG applications that support our business operations. You will work closely with business stakeholders, project managers, and IT teams to deliver robust and efficient RPG...

Analyst at Dananda Talent

Job Title: Analyst - Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) and Infrastructure Job Summary: The Analyst will support the origination, structuring, and execution of M&A and infrastructure transactions. This role involves performing activities under supervision, aimed...

Senior RPG Developer – Gauteng Centurion

As a Senior RPG Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining RPG applications that support our business operations. You will work closely with business stakeholders, project managers, and IT teams to deliver robust and efficient RPG...

Analyst at Dananda Talent – Gauteng Sandown

Job Title: Analyst - Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) and Infrastructure Job Summary: The Analyst will support the origination, structuring, and execution of M&A and infrastructure transactions. This role involves performing activities under supervision, aimed...

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