Financial Ombud looks back on its first year
It’s been one year since the National Financial Ombud Scheme (NFO) was formed from the amalgamation of the Ombudsman for Banking Services (OBS), the Credit Ombud (CO), the Ombudsman for Long-Term Insurance (OLTI), and the Ombudsman for Short-Term Insurance (OSTI)....
AI could help counter money laundering
Using artificial intelligence (AI) technology in anti-money laundering (AML) processes has become critical for financial institutions as they work to comply with regulations and combat financial crime. Even so, a new AML technology study from SAS, featuring...
Risk orientation critical to chief audit executive effectiveness
Chief audit executives (CAEs) have identified risk orientation, stakeholder management, and team leadership as the top three characteristics of the most effective individuals, according to a survey by Gartner. In April 2023, Gartner surveyed 114 CAEs across 180 areas...
Mall-based gaming champions stand out
The mall-based gaming tournament hosted by Hyprop and MTN has come to an end following a gruelling five-hour finale at Canal Walk in Cape Town. Kaylan Moodley from Fourways in Johannesburg, emerged as the 2023 SHIFT Gaming Experience champion, walking away with a...
What companies, fleets, drivers need to know about AARTO Amendment Act
The AARTO Amendment Act, 2019 introduces an automated system for traffic fines and violations that makes it the responsibility of the infringer (the person committing the traffic offence) to manage, pay and resolve all infringement notices. The latter are submitted to...
National Zoological Garden wins for endangered tortoise breeding project
The National Zoological Garden (NZG) in Pretoria was awarded the Pan-African Association of Zoos and Aquaria (PAAZA) Conservation Award, at the association's conference in East London earlier this month. The award is in recognition of the dedicated efforts of NZG...
How to use AI to improve your life
Kathy Gibson reports - Artificial intelligence (AI) is not a new phenomenon - but it is often misunderstood, and we need to remove a lot of the myths and biases that surround the technology. This is the word from Lee-Anne James, Africa lead for data and AI at...
Digital transformation set to hit $4,61trn by 2030
The global digital transformation market size is expected to reach $4,617-trillion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 26,7% from 2023 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. Digital transformation assists companies in improving their brand reputation,...
Top-performing CISOs dedicate time for personal professional development
A recent survey of chief information security officers (CISOs) by Gartner revealed that 69% of top-performing CISOs dedicate recurring time on their calendars for personal professional development. This is compared with just 36% of bottom-performing CISOs who do so....
Global spend on purpose-built sustainability services to reach $65bn
Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) business services, once a nebulous and ill-defined market, has become one of the fastest-growing spaces in the business world. In a new forecast that focuses on purpose-built sustainability services, International Data...
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SUSE expands AWS collaboration
SUSE has announced the expansion of its relationship with Amazon Web Services (AWS), which allows AWS to resell SUSE Linux Enterprise Server for SAP Applications directly on AWS Marketplace. AWS customers running SAP workloads on SUSE Linux Enterprise Server for SAP...
WiFi brand GConnect under new management.
Exmile Technologies has purchased the going concern of Wireless G, that has been under business rescue since August 2015, based on a revised and approved business rescue plan. Exmile Technologies is owned by its management team: Jan van der Nest (CEO), Henk Badenhorst...
DiData’s ex-CEO joins Ubusha Technology board
Less than two years after handing over the reins at Dimension Data, Brett Dawson is joining the board of Ubusha Technology, an African ICT company that offers cyber security, identity governance and access management solutions to the private and public sectors. Dawson...
Digital revolution themes for 2018
The digital revolution is beginning to make real headway in how work is done in corporate South Africa. The current trends suggest that 2018 will start to see policy catch up and in essence, countries such as South Africa will start to come to terms with the rise of...
New acquisition for Argility
Enterprise software solutions company Argility has announced its latest acquisition following on the heels of its formation of the Argility Technology Group late last year. The acquisition of Indaba Mobile from Capital Eye Investments, concluded at the end of January...
Swimming in data but struggling for insights
Though data is the lifeblood of any organisation, companies are using just a fraction of this vital information. JP Smith, Pre Sales Director, Sub-Saharan Africa at Hitachi Vantara explains why. There's a long-standing myth that we only use 10% of our brains. Luckily...
Winter games on your smartphone
Samsung Electronics, Worldwide Olympic Partner in the Wireless Communications and Computing Equipment category, is bringing technological innovations to the Olympic Winter Games PyeongChang 2018 through interactive experiences at the new Samsung Olympic Showcases....
Mustek adds Acronis to its offering
Mustek has added Acronis backup software solutions to its portfolio to complement its existing hardware offering. "We are constantly looking to expand our portfolio in order to provide greater value to our stakeholders. Acronis fills a crucial gap on the software side...
Cell C backs MomConnect
Maternal health messaging service MomConnect has provided health-related information for 1,8-million South African mothers since its launch in 2014 and has grown into one of the largest programmes of its kind in the world. It is currently being implemented by the...
Vox backs Mimecast for Office
Vox has reaffirmed its strategic partnership with Mimecast and signed up as a user, ensuring first-hand experience of the products, services and solutions offered by the company in an Office 365-led environment. "Mimecast is a best of breed product in the email...
Python and Azure Software Engineer at Sabenza IT – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Are you passionate about coding and cloud technologies? Do you have a keen interest in the automotive industry? Our client, a cutting-edge leader in the automotive sector, is looking for a talented Python and Azure Software Engineer to join their dynamic team in...
Data Scientist (Intermediate) at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client is a leading provider of telco, payments, retail software - they have a global client base with a strong R&D focus. They are great believers in continuous improvement and fast adapters to new tech and constantly changing business needs....
IT DEVELOPER (APPLICATION)
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Backend Developer
Our client is looking for a talented Backend Developer with expertise in Node.js and AWS to join their team! This is a hybrid position based in Johannesburg, offering an exciting opportunity to work on innovative backend solutions in a dynamic environment. Key...
Data Scientist (Intermediate) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:Our client is a leading provider of telco, payments, retail software - they have a global client base with a strong R&D focus. They are great believers in continuous improvement and fast adapters to new tech and constantly changing business needs....
IT DEVELOPER (APPLICATION) – Gauteng Centurion
The developer would also be responsible for code optimisation management, code contention management and source control version management. To use applicable technologies to integrate systems, digitize business tools and automate business processes in order to...
Backend Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Our client is looking for a talented Backend Developer with expertise in Node.js and AWS to join their team! This is a hybrid position based in Johannesburg, offering an exciting opportunity to work on innovative backend solutions in a dynamic environment. Key...
Data Scientist at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client is a leading provider of telco, payments, retail software - they have a global client base with a strong R&D focus. They are great believers in continuous improvement and fast adapters to new tech and constantly changing business needs....
Full Stack Java Developer (Senior) 0298 TT
Development and maintenance on platform/applicationReview and present proposed system solution to IT Project Manager / Leader and User Management or System ownerDevelop systems solutions in line with quality and delivery requirementsPreparation of system/technical...
Senior React Developer
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