Corruption threatens to derail climate change efforts
Two of the biggest challenges humanity faces are strongly intertwined: corruption and the climate crisis. While billions of people around the world face the daily consequences of climate change, resources for adaptation and mitigation remain woefully inadequate....
SA is an attractive prospect for digital nomads
As digital nomads seek destinations that balance affordability with infrastructure, South Africa has emerged as one of the most financially advantageous locations for remote workers. This is according to a study by financial services provider Nebeus that highlights...
Check Point raises security concerns over Google Bard
With the slew of generative AI intelligent platforms emerging, starting with ChatGPT, Check Point Research (CPR ) recently conducted a security analysis of the latest one - Google Bard - and did a comparative analysis vis-à-vis ChatGPT. What the security experts found...
Africa still prone to phishing, but training cuts risk
More than one in three of corporate employees in Africa are vulnerable to phishing attacks and social engineering scams. However, regular training can significantly reduce their chances of falling victim to such cyber threats. This is among the key findings of...
Google Bard launches in Swahili
Google has announced the expansion of Bard, its conversational AI service, to 40 new languages including Swahili - the first African language to be included and 59 new countries and territories. With the expansion, Bard is now available in most of the world, including...
Saphila 2023: it’s a wrap …
Saphila 2023 wrapped up today after three days of conferencing and networking. The biennial African SAP User Group (AFSUG) event has been on hold since 2019, so delegates seized the opportunity to reconnect with their peers for the first time in four years. Kathy...
For apathetic SA consumers ‘good enough is good enough’
Online engagement has grown significantly over the years as more consumers chose digital options to buy groceries, medication and clothing, among other items - and this was fast-tracked by the Covid-19 pandemic. But now that the Covid hangover is almost over,...
Generative AI could revolutionise pharma and healthcare
The implementation of generative AI in pharma and healthcare has the potential to address the issues of high costs and poor patient experiences while enhancing efficiency and patient outcomes, says GlobalData, and can significantly transform the industry. Kiran Raj,...
Top emerging liability trends for professional services firms
Architects and engineers face greater scrutiny over building and fire safety defects. Financial services professionals may be accused of mismanaging investment funds negatively impacted by inflation. A lawyer's untrained use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools when...
CIO commitment and concerns around innovation
A global annual survey of Chief Information Officers (CIOs) by Lenovo reveals that despite economic headwinds and IT budget challenges, the world's CIOs are bullish about the power of technology to deliver value for their organisations. Despite their optimism, the...
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When ethics is allowed to slip by the wayside
Ragiema Thokan-Mahomed, legal, ethics and compliance executive at the South African Institute of Professional Accountants (SAIPA), explains why a loss of ethics risks a public backlash. The massive public opinion backlash experienced by politically implicated persons...
Availability in the age of security risk
With ransomware attacks becoming increasingly prevalent, companies are more aware than ever for the need for effective cybersecurity measures. But despite this, not enough is being done to ensure the availability of data in the event of systems being compromised,...
Why you need to embed data governance
Gustav Piater, sales and marketing director at AIGS (Yellowfin South Africa), explains why it's important to have one version of the truth. It's a familiar scene: The monthly sales management meeting began well enough, only to descend into claims and counter-claims...
Africa set for transport revolution
Despite the continent's transport infrastructure lagging behind global standards for decades, Africa is bracing itself for a transport revolution as more countries embrace the onset of new technology. This sets the scene for a new era of intelligent mobility in...
ADATA launches XPG SX6000 SSD
ADATA Technology has launched the XPG SX6000 SSD. The product represents a bold move to provide PCI Express storage performance for nearly the same price to end users as that of traditional 2,5-inch SATA SSD. The SX6000 uses the compact M.2 form factor and reaches...
In2IT boosts tech skills for Boys2Men
In2IT Technologies has joined forces with the Moving Ahead Development Agency (MADA), to enrich the lives of fatherless boys in South Africa through the Boys2Men Career Path programme. The ongoing programme was started two years ago by MADA and has since brought...
Using cloud effectively for disaster recovery
Mike Rees, Commvault territory account manager for South Africa, examines what questions companies need to ask before delving into disaster recovery in the clud. Disaster recovery (DR) is synonymous with cost and layers of complexity but cloud -- together with a...
KYC trial using blockchain gets underway
SBI Holdings and NEC have jointly embarked on what they believe to be the industry's first demonstration trial of Know Your Customer (KYC) operations infrastructure equipped with blockchain technology. The trial is in co-operation with 14 financial institutions and...
Nimbus Infrastructure lists in Namibia
Nimbus Infrastructure conducted its first Capital Raising on 29 September 2017, and listed on the Namibia Stock Exchange via Private Placement on 6 October 2017, trading under the share code NUSP. The listing of Nimbus was a joint initiative between Cirrus Capital,...
iWayAfrica Kenya buys new customer base
African ISP, iWayAfrica Kenya, has secured regulatory approval to acquire the terrestrial and VSAT customer base of Callkey Networks, a Nairobi-based corporate communications service provider and subsidiary of ImaraSat. In a strategic move to grow its local presence,...
Business Analyst (Intermediate) at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...
Technical Lead – Remote Remote
Technical Lead Blue Sky projects aplenty!R 110,000 - R 132,000 per monthJoin a team dedicated to delivering high-performance digital services that align with your goals and values. A collaborative, transparent team. This is an ideal opportunity to harness your 8-10...
Lead Developer – Gauteng Gauteng
Are you a seasoned developer with a passion for leadership and innovation? We're seeking a talented and motivated Lead Developer to join our growing team. As the Lead Developer, you'll play a critical role in leading a team of developers and delivering high-quality...
Senior Developer -Back-End at Ntice Search – Northern Cape Vosburg
Our client, a Software Development company specializing in automation, is on the lookout for an experienced Backend #C Software Developer to work on a project with one of the big 4 banks in SA. This is a fully remote role, you can be based anywhere in SA to be...
Business Analyst (Intermediate) at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
About our client:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...
Test Analyst
Our client Based in Cape Town is seeking a dynamic Test Analyst to play a critical role in shaping the future of their data services and business strategy. Work in a dynamic environment and on exciting projects allowing you to grow your skills to the next level!...
Java Developer (Senior) 2273
Java DeveloperESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:- At least 4 years knowledge and experience in Java development including the necessary solution space e.g., version control (Git)- Java Qaurkus, Postgres DB and Kafka- GitHub- Basic understanding of Angular (TypeScript)-...
SAP Systems Analyst (MM / Inventory Management) (CH1060)
Our client in the banking industry is looking for a SAP Systems Analyst with Materials Management (MM Module) and Inventory Management experience to join their team.The purpose of the role is to deliver functional expertise in SAP MM processes, including...
Senior Data Engineer at Datonomy Solutions
We are looking for a Senior Data Engineer to support and manage BI analytics solutions. In this role, you should have a background in data and business intelligence. You should be analytical; an excellent communicator and a problem-solving aptitude is needed in this...
Test Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Our client Based in Cape Town is seeking a dynamic Test Analyst to play a critical role in shaping the future of their data services and business strategy. Work in a dynamic environment and on exciting projects allowing you to grow your skills to the next level!...
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