SA employers, school leavers paint a gloomy picture
Only around one-fifth (21%) of employers in South Africa feel optimistic about the future of the African economy, ranking the lowest any country polled. This is among the findings of the ALU 2025 Africa Workforce Readiness Survey, published by the African Leadership...
Africa’s economy shows signs of strengthening
Africa’s economic performance is showing signs of improvement but remains vulnerable to global shocks, according to the 2025 Macroeconomic Performance and Outlook (MEO) report from the African Development Bank. The report, unveiled on the sidelines of the 38th...
BETI loses momentum in July
After a stronger performance in June, the monthly BankservAfrica Economic Transactions Index (BETI) slipped somewhat in July 2023, mirroring the less-than-positive economic indicators that emerged during the month. “The BETI fell to an index level of 133.0 in July...
Generative AI looks set for meteoric growth
Generative artificial intelligence will see explosive growth over the next several years, driven by ongoing research and development coupled with increasing commercial applications across all sectors. Generative AI revenue is forecast to increase at a compound annual...
State-sponsored cybergroups actively target SA government
Cybersecurity company Trellix has revealed that government organisations remain the primary targets for threat actors looking to infiltrate South African IT systems,. According to the organisation's latest threat report, presented at the Trellix Cyberthreat...
Half of top malicious email subjects are HR-related
Phishing emails continue to be one of the most common methods to effectively perpetuate malicious attacks on organisations around the globe. Cybercriminals are constantly refining their strategies to stay up-to-date with market trends and outsmart end users and...
This is July’s most wanted malware
Check Point Software Technologies has published its Global Threat Index for July 2023. Researchers found that Remcos moved to third place after threat actors created fake websites last month to spread malicious downloaders carrying the RAT. Meanwhile, mobile banking...
Vodacom, Maziv move on to Competition Tribunal
The Competition Commission has recommended that the Competition Tribunal prohibit Vodacom's proposed purchase of a 30% stake in Maziv. This follows the agreement, in November 2021, for Vodacom to acquire a co-controlling interest in all of the material assets owned by...
WhatsApp platform gives youth a safe place to talk
The Department of Health in collaboration with Reach Digital Health and Elton John AIDS Foundation have launched the Young Africa Live (YAL) Smart bot, a WhatsApp platform designed to help young people to tackle the complex questions that arise during adolescence...
Applications for BCX Digital Innovation Awards extended
BCX is extending applications for the BCX Digital Innovation Awards to 31 August. The shortlisting and judging of the awards will take place from September to October 2023, and BCX will announce the winners later in the year at their awards ceremony in Johannesburg....
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DVT’s Ngubane appointed to IIBA SA board
Edward Ngubane, head of business analysis for DVT Gauteng, Business Enablement Division, has been appointed onto the board of the South Africa Chapter of the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA-SA). DVT is a software development and testing company that...
Trends shaping the insurance industry
As the insurance industry continues to evolve while facing new challenges, catastrophes, technological disruptions as well as uncertain, volatile and complex economic conditions, insurers and brokers have no choice but to adapt to constant change in order to thrive....
Mobile business productivity with Tablet Stylilstic Q738
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Redstor delivers 150Tb scalable cloud backup
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The many facets of case management
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Unexpected benefits of faster Internet
South Africa's Internet speeds are increasing at an encouraging rate, as fibre to the home and office spreads across the country. By Laurica Kok, director: partner, accountants and alliances for Africa & Middle East at Sage According to Akamai's Q1 2017 State of...
The special needs of seaports
As a major entry point into countries across the world, seaports are one of the most preferred methods for transporting goods and cargo for international trade, writes Kamal Mokrani, global vice-president at InfiNet Wireless. Clothes, technology, cars and food are...
Why digital transformation isn’t new
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Robo-advisors, chatbots are changing insurance
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Software Developer – Western Cape George
SNR Software DeveloperOur client is hiring!Location: George, Garden Route5 plus years' experience needed. Why consider this opportunity? Beautiful Location: Live and work in the heart of the Garden Route, surrounded by stunning landscapes.Purpose-Driven: Join a...
Senior .NET Developer (LM) – Gauteng Johannesburg
Responsible for managing the entire software development life-cycle from concept design through to implementation and application maintenance. You would oversee the design and implementation of websites, programs, and applications that execute within Microsoft's . NET...
Business Systems Analyst
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Full-Stack Developer
Looking for a passionate and skilled Full-Stack Developer (Angular / AWS Serverless) to play a central role in shaping the development of a product by working on both the front-end and the serverless backend of the application Key Requirements 5+ years'...
SAP SPECIALIST
Experience Required: At least 2 years of hands-on experience with SAP PP-PI configurationIntegration: Experience integrating the PP-PI module with Logistics modules like IM/WM and QM.Projects: Experience with full lifecycle projects, preferably in sales and...
Business Systems Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town
Job description:You will be working as part of an IT delivery team responsible for the development, configuration and support of various IT business systems. If you have a passion for the more technical side of business analysis with a strong focus on systems, you...
Full-Stack Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Looking for a passionate and skilled Full-Stack Developer (Angular / AWS Serverless) to play a central role in shaping the development of a product by working on both the front-end and the serverless backend of the application Key Requirements 5+ years'...
SAP SPECIALIST – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Experience Required: At least 2 years of hands-on experience with SAP PP-PI configurationIntegration: Experience integrating the PP-PI module with Logistics modules like IM/WM and QM.Projects: Experience with full lifecycle projects, preferably in sales and...
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Mid to Senior C# Developer
Looking for a self-managed, experienced Mid to Senior C# Developer who will be responsible for technical proficiency to write or review code for various applications, liaise with Designers / Business Analyst to decide on UI/UX elements and propose & motivate new...
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