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...
Cyber security market tops $500bn by 2030
The global cyber security market size is projected to reach $500,7-billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 12,3% from 2023 to 2030, according to a new study by Grand View Research. The global market is anticipated to be driven by the growing cyber threats and advanced...
Farming expansion, climate change expose 1bn cows to heat stress
More than 1-billion cows around the world will experience heat stress by the end of the century if carbon emissions are high and environmental protection is low, according to new research published in Environmental Research Letters on 24 August 2023. This would mean...
Entrepreneurship development can accelerate township revival
Technological progress has accelerated productivity within organisations. However, in the modern business world, this has also created a major societal problem: the stark mismatch of skilled people for available jobs. In South Africa, the youth skilling challenge is...
Load shedding delays 5G deployment
South African telecommunications companies have been given five years to deploy 5G networks across the country, including its rural areas. This will help to reduce the cost of data, enable affordable, high-speed internet access for all, and accelerate the advancement...
BRICS Summit a clarion call for collaborative solutions
As leaders from BRICS nations conclude their annual summit the issue of collaborative technological use has become increasingly important. In a world reliant on digital innovation, these nations have a unique opportunity to harness the transformative power of...
Blue Label warns of earnings drop
Blue Label Telecoms has advised shareholders that basic, headline and core headline earnings per share for the year ended 31 May 2023 will decrease by more than 20% in comparison to the year ended 31 May 2022. Earnings per share will drop by between 72% and 76%;...
SAP GROW accelerates cloud adoption for SMEs
SAP Africa announced the South African launch of GROW with SAP, a new offering to help midsize customers adopt cloud ERP that enables speed, predictability and continuous innovation. GROW with SAP customers get the same best practices powering the world's industry...
Record number of fintechs enter Ecobank Challenge
More than 1 400 fintech startups from 64 countries across Africa and beyond applied for this year's Ecobank Fintech Challenge, with eight of them making the cut to the final where they will compete for the ultimate prize. This is the sixth edition of this...
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New tools to assist hearing impaired
Anyone who struggles with their hearing will tell you that telephone conversations and meetings can be the most challenging of business settings. Even with hearing aids, following conversations in these situations can present a significance hindrance in communication...
Military-grade protection from ADATA
ADATA Technology has launched the HD710M Pro and HD710A Pro, two new entries in the Durable line of external hard drives. The HD710M Pro and HD710A Pro offer protection against dust and moisture that exceeds IP68 standards, as well as military-grade shock-proofing....
PAIX invests in Rack Africa Ghana
PAIX data centres, a pan-African provider of cloud- and carrier-neutral colocation data centre services, has completed its first African investment in West Africa Data Centres Ltd (WADC), Ghana. WADC trades under the brand name Rack Africa and is Ghana's leading...
Payroll compliance under scrutiny
By Rob Cooper, tax expert and director of legislation at Sage, explains how government will look to plug payroll holes in the 2017/18 budget. South African business and personal taxpayers are waiting with bated breath for the Finance Minister's Budget Speech on 21...
BB-BEE group tackles transformation
Rifle-Shot Performance Holdings (RSPH) has partnered with Madala & Associates to create a BB-BEE Level 1 Partnership. Madala & Associates CEO, Dilley Naidoo, has been appointed business development director at RSPH. RSPH is a distributor and implementer of...
Sales manager for Bytes Managed Solutions
Bytes Managed Solutions, part of JSE-listed Allied Electronics (Altron), has appointed Hardus Hurter as sales manager. Hurter will be instrumental in accelerating sales performance for the services led, software driven and hardware enabled organisation which markets,...
Reward for Vodacom Red fans
Another season of Vodacom Super Rugby is about to kick off, and Vodacom Red customers can look forward to bigger rewards. Throughout the season, Vodacom Red customers will score with weekly rewards and stand the chance to win one of several unbelievable rugby and...
Tax app now available in SA
An new tax app named hApp-e-tax, offers core information related to the legislation and makes tax information easily accessible. Herschel Alpert, who developed the hApp-e-tax app for use on smartphones and tablets, is known in tax circles having worked as a tax...
Skills academy opens in US and SA
Online educational specialist New Skills Academy has opened new offices in Chicago and Johannesburg. The two new sites join existing operations in Nepal, Tanzania and its HQ in Ware, Hertfordshire. The opening of the new offices comes as the award-winning online...
Boost security by detecting active compromises
A huge surge in large-scale ransomware attacks, such as the recent WannaCry, Petya and variations thereof, coupled with massive data breaches such as Verizon, Deloitte and closer to home, Hetzner, is highlighting in no uncertain terms how crucial security solutions...
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We're Hiring: Test Automation Specialist Are you a detail-oriented tester with a passion for ensuring top-notch quality in software delivery? Do you have a strong background in both manual and automated testing, and are you ready to bring your skills to a dynamic,...
Senior Backend Developer
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Accountable for Creating and solving problems in a robust and scalable manner, lead and assist junior developers. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and efficient execution of projects. Desired Skills: Dynamics 365 Dynamics CRM SQL...
BI Consultant at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:Over the past 20 years, our client has built a stellar reputation in the development and system integration space. Through their extremely ethical values, they have earned the trust and respect of their clients. They prioritise finding effective...
Test Analyst – Gauteng Midrand
We're Hiring: Test Automation Specialist Are you a detail-oriented tester with a passion for ensuring top-notch quality in software delivery? Do you have a strong background in both manual and automated testing, and are you ready to bring your skills to a dynamic,...
Senior Backend Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Our client is thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for a skilled Backend Developer with expertise in TypeScript and NestJS! This is a fully remote role, perfect for a passionate professional ready to make an impact from anywhere! Key Requirements 6+ years'...
Solutions Architect (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client, headquartered in the USA, offers a great work opportunity. Embrace work-from-home flexibility and long-term prospects, including overseas opportunities. Benefit from learning from the best in the field at a company with amazing perks and...
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Are you a passionate Software Engineer with expertise in Python, eager to step into a leadership role? If you thrive on sharing knowledge, mentoring others, embracing cutting-edge technologies, and approaching challenges with energy and ambition, this is for you! Key...
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