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...

AMD launches full-stack compute for agentic AI

AMD has launched its next-generation AI infrastructure and physical AI portfolio, led by AMD Helios rackscale solutions now in production and set to be be deployed by at gigawatt scale. At its Advancing AI 2026 event yesterday, AMD chair and CEO Dr Lisa Su said: “The...

Does SA have what it takes to stay off the FATF greylist?

On 24 October 2025, the Financial Action Task Force removed South Africa from its list of jurisdictions under increased monitoring, 32 months after being placed there in February 2023. The reforms that got it off the list were real: new legislation, better beneficial...

Netflix signs up 41m new subscribers in 2024

Netflix added 41-million new subscribers last year, more than in 2022 and 2023 combined, according to data presented by AltIndex.com. The last three years have been a rollercoaster for Netflix. A huge subscriber loss in early 2022, followed by surging market...

Free AI set to increase uptake of Google’s Workspace platform

Google has elevated its Workspace platform by offering AI capabilities for free to subscribers of Workspace Business and Enterprise plans. Previously, plan subscribers could purchase an add-on of AI features ranging from $20 to $30 per user per month. The list of...

Market begins to value procurement professionals

Procurement professionals earned substantially more than their non-trained counterparts - sometimes up to 78% more - according to the annual CIPS Salary Guide. The research was conducted in January 2023 with thousands of procurement and supply professionals...

Eskom Expo regional science fairs showcase young talent

Eskom Expo for Young Scientists is set to host a series of regional science fairs across South Africa, providing a platform for the country's most talented young scientists to showcase their scientific brilliance. These regional science fairs will offer learners in...

Google Play apps have declined by thousands

Google's tighter regulating policies have significantly reduced the number of available apps in its Play Store, pushing the total number of apps to the lowest point in years. According to data presented by CasinosEnLigne.com, the total number of Google Play apps has...

Generative AI the dominant emerging technology

Generative AI will begin to deliver significant return on investment (ROI) for most enterprises in the next two to four years, according to a new Forrester report, "The Top 10 Emerging Technologies in 2023". To fully benefit from generative AI's applications, firms...

BLSA and government plan to save SA – but will it work?

Business Leadership South Africa (BLSA) was approached by former Eskom CEO Andre de Ruyter to help fund an investigation into alleged corruption within the company and, since then, SA Inc. has proved that it means business in its efforts to enable a capable state....

Gartner sees stabilisation in PC market

Worldwide PC shipments totaled 59,7-million units in the second quarter of 2023, a 16,6% decrease from the second quarter of 2022, according to preliminary results by Gartner. After seven consecutive quarters of YoY decline, the PC market is showing initial signs of...

Top priorities for chief audit executives

The top focus areas for chief audit executives (CAEs) in 2023 are advancing data analytics, providing assurance on proliferating digital risks, and talent management, according to Gartner. "In 2023 most CAEs are focusing on organisational and departmental digital...

Crypto exchanges targeted by hackers

The blockchain industry has lost a whopping $30-billion to hacking incidents since 2012 - and 36% ($10,95-billion) of these losses occurred through exchange hacks, says a BanklessTimes report. This growing menace raises concerns about the vulnerability of exchanges...

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Samsung tackles IoT data security

Samsung Electronics has introduced its integrated Secure Element (SE) solution for Internet of Things (IoT) applications that offers a turn-key service for hardware and software needs. As the benefits of IoT devices grow, so does the importance of security throughout...

Altron invests R4m in SA’s youth

JSE-listed Altron's Altech Radio Holdings (ARH) has handed over ICT laboratories worth a total of R4-million to three Gauteng schools to enhance the teaching process and improve the learner experience. The handover, the second phase of ARH's ICT community upliftment...

Learnership programmes should be a priority

With South Africa's unemployment rate at an all-time high, learnerships are necessary to help build a competent workforce as well as the key to boosting an organisation's B-BBEE levels in the process. According to Richard Rayne, CEO of iLearn, a learning...

Credence Security wins Demisto distribution rights

Specialist cyber security distributor, Credence Security, has announced it has signed a distribution agreement with Demisto, an innovator in security operations technology. The agreement will see Credence distributing Demisto's full range of solutions, allowing...

Facebook launches Nigeria initiatives

Facebook has announced a new nationwide initiative in Nigeria that includes a series of high profile partnerships, training programmes and a physical space that will serve as a centre for learning and skills development. The initiatives are aimed at helping to develop...

DSA urges better connectivity

The Dynamic Spectrum Alliance (DSA) is calling for legislators to safeguard important provisions on the sharing and management of spectrum within the European Electronic Communications Code (EECC). In a position paper posted today, the DSA has urged the Council of...

Optimise your credit card this Black Friday

The most anticipated shopping day of the year is fast approaching. Originally a US tradition, most stores -- online and off -- now offer huge savings and discounts on almost all products ranging from make-up and toiletries to big-ticket items like TVs and fridges....

Vodacom to live stream Soweto Spring Festival 2017

Vodacom has secured exclusive streaming rights to the upcoming Soweto Spring Festival 2017 with artists such as Kwesta, Skwatta Camp, Okmalumoolkat, Amanda Black, Lady Zamar and many more set to grace the stage. "We will have a set up at both stages and switch between...

What will Black Friday look like in future?

South Africans have well and truly jumped on the Black Friday bandwagon over the past few years, embracing the Americans' Thanksgiving shopping holiday to take advantage of pre-festive season deals. Whether big or small, online or mall, retailers across product...

Telkom offers Night Surfer bonus

Telkom is offering free Night Surfer data bundles to certain Once-off All Network Data Bundles, from 26 November. For every data bundle a customer buys of between 1GB and 10GB, Telkom will give the customer an equal Night Surfer data bundle at no extra cost. For...

Application Architect – Gauteng Sundowner

Our client, has a vacant position of Application Architect to join their IT team. The Application Architect will play a pivotal role in designing and overseeing the development of robust, scalable, and secure applications that meet project-specific requirements. This...

IT Auditor – Gauteng Johannesburg

Our client, a leading player in the non-life insurance sector, is seeking a motivated IT Auditor to join their Johannesburg team. They are renowned for their commitment to innovative risk management and providing unparalleled service in the insurance industry.Join a...

Senior System Administrator – Remote Remote

Our client is looking for a System Administrator to maintain, upgrade and manage the company internal systems.Resourcefulness is a necessary skill in this role. You should be able to diagnose and resolve problems quickly. You should also have the patience to...

System Controller

Our client in the supply chain and logistics industry is urgently looking to employ an experienced System Controller at their organizationOur client in the supply chain and logistics industry is urgently looking to employ an experienced System Controller at their...

Data Analyst

Job briefWe are looking for a someone who is passionate about Data, open to learn and ready to contribute to a strong team environment. The successful candidate will turn data into information, information into insight and insight into business decisions.The Data...

Back End Java Developer LW

Experience: 8 years + in software development and maintenance for platforms and applications. Solution Design & Presentation: Review and present system solutions to the IT Project Manager/Leader and relevant user management or system owner. System Development:...

DBA Programme Coordinator at Mancosa

CORE FUNCTIONS • Liaise with prospective DBA students, advising on inter-alia, programme structure, programme costs and admission requirements• Coordinate admissions and selections processes and liaise with the admissions and selections committee. • Arrange and...

System Controller – Eastern Cape Gqebera

Our client in the supply chain and logistics industry is urgently looking to employ an experienced System Controller at their organizationOur client in the supply chain and logistics industry is urgently looking to employ an experienced System Controller at their...

Data Analyst – Remote Remote

Job briefWe are looking for a someone who is passionate about Data, open to learn and ready to contribute to a strong team environment. The successful candidate will turn data into information, information into insight and insight into business decisions.The Data...

Back End Java Developer LW – Gauteng Pretoria

Experience: 8 years + in software development and maintenance for platforms and applications. Solution Design & Presentation: Review and present system solutions to the IT Project Manager/Leader and relevant user management or system owner. System Development:...

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