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...
Report raises concern about DeepSeek security
The launch of China’sDeepSeek’s R1 AI model sent shockwaves through global markets, reportedly wiping $1 trillion from stock markets in just a couple of days. Marc Andreeses, an advisor to US president Donald Trump advisor and a tech venture capitalist descibes the...
SA innovators in line for Africa Education Medal 2023
Two South Africans, Grace Matlhape and Mary Metcalfe, have been named as Top 10 finalists for the Africa Education Medal 2023. The Africa Education Medal, founded last year by T4 Education and HP in collaboration with Microsoft, was established to recognise the...
Communication tech vital to sustainable grids
A white paper released by Huawei and IDC has underlined how significant communication technologies will be in building the sustainable, carbon neutral energy grids of the future. The white paper, titled "On Electric Power Communication All-Optical Network,...
Experts agree technology is key to continent’s just energy transition
During the keynote session on the second day of Enlit Africa yesterday (17 May 2023), energy experts from across the continent agreed that technology is key to the continent's just energy transition. Africa's just energy transition ambitions are being tested in the...
How can CIOs drive the future digital business?
Kathy Gibson reports - This year, spending on digital technology will grow eight-times faster than economic growth. This means CIOs, in their leadership roles, have a massive task ahead to drive their organisations forward. Jyoti Lalchandani, group vice-president and...
SA needs to get proactive on fraud prevention
South Africans are facing an increasingly risk-based landscape when it comes to fraud with huge surges in incidents such as identity theft, money muling, and a multitude of both physical and digital scams. "Our research shows that identity theft has grown by more than...
Fraud still a big problem for banking customers
Although banks appear to be making greater efforts to resolve some types of consumer disputes internally, banking fraud related to current accounts and Internet banking remains high on the list of complaints to the Ombud for Banking Services South Africa (OBS). Two...
The challenges facing generative AI
Implementing generative AI comes with a multitude of challenges for enterprises including identifying suitable use cases, vendor selection, and addressing ethical considerations. Concerns regarding privacy, content generation, copyright infringement, and data leakage...
IaaS revenue tumbles but outlook is positive
Infrastructure-as-a-service (IaaS) revenue growth dropped 9% between Q4 2022 and the first quarter of 2023, but is likely to bounce back later this year as cyclical trends return and organisations work through their cloud challenges. This is the view of market...
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AFC issues $500m Eurobond
Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), a pan-African multilateral development finance institution and project developer, has issued a $500-million seven-year Eurobond. The senior, unsecured Eurobond which carries a coupon of 3,875% was priced to yield 4% and matures in...
ISPs must put service centre stage
It is no secret that South Africa in general has a culture of poor customer service across many sectors of the economy and the telecommunications industry is no exception. The last report from the South African Customer Satisfaction Index (SAcsi) for Mobile Data...
PBX: the journey is only beginning
At a time when digital transformation represents the front line of corporate communication, the role of PBX systems has come to the fore. While some may question whether these systems have a place in a fast-moving digital world, the reality is that hosted PBX is a...
SA fintech wins banking security award
South African fintech company, Entersekt has won Best Mobile Security Technology in the 2017 Banker Africa Southern Africa Banking Awards. This is the second year it has received the honour. The annual awards programme is open to all banks and financial institutions...
DCC launches HP ink tank printers
HP's new DeskJet GT All-In-One series (5820 and 5810 models), available immediately from official HP distributor Drive Control Corporation (DCC), offers high volume, extremely low cost printing thanks to its high-capacity ink tank system. The DeskJet GT models also...
Kyocera’s Teaching Assistant BLI award
Kyocera's Teaching Assistant, a software application for automated printing and grading of multiple-choice exams, has been recognised as an Outstanding Education Solution by Buyers Laboratory LLC (BLI). Kyocera Document Solutions South Africa's Teaching Assistant...
IoT becomes Internet of threats
The proliferation of Internet of Things (IoT0 endpoints, including smart appliances and wearables, is presenting a significant threat to organisations, says Fortinet. Addressing a roundtable briefing on IoT threats in Johannesburg, Paul Williams, country manager:...
IPv6 security – a new playing field in Nigeria
The slow migration of African countries from Internet Protocol Version 4 (IPv4) to Internet Protocol Version 6 (IPv6) has become a source of concern in the region. Even Nigeria, boasting West Africa's largest economy, has been slow in adopting the new Internet...
Woldingham School opts for Redstor’s cloud backup
Set within an impressive 700-acre estate in the Surrey Hills in South-East England, Woldingham School is one of the top girls boarding schools in England and provides world-class education to both home and international 11 to 18-year old's. It was established in 1842...
Tiger Wheel & Tyre offers online shopping
Tiger Wheel & Tyre have gone live with a new e-commerce website, believed to be an industry-first for a large South African retail wheel and tyre chain. All brands, models and sizes, of all the same wheels and tyres that are available at the company's stores or by...
Technology Architect
Gijima Staffing Solutions is responding to a tender: We are seeking a Technology Architect who will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing technology infrastructure solutions aligned with the university's goals. The role requires a strong grasp of...
Project Manager – Western Cape Cape Town
Multi-disciplinary consulting engineering firm is looking for Project Manager to join their Project Management Division in Cape Town.Requirements:BSc Construction Management, Engineering or Quantity SurveyingMinimum of 5 years experience in the building or industrial...
Front End Developer (React & TypeScript) (CPT Hybrid) – Western Cape Century City
ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic provider of sustainable and cost-effective Solar Energy Solutions seeks the coding expertise of a Front End Developer with at least 6 years' experience in developing web applications using React and TypeScript who will assist with the...
Dot Net Core developers – Gauteng Bedfordview
Senior Backend Developers ( 5 years min exp) and Intermediate Backend developers ( 3 years min exp) This position focuses on scaling large systems using a microservice approach. Experience with Linux is advantageous and will complement your expertise in building and...
Technology Architect – Gauteng Pretoria
Gijima Staffing Solutions is responding to a tender: We are seeking a Technology Architect who will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing technology infrastructure solutions aligned with the university's goals. The role requires a strong grasp of...
Digital Account Manager/Web Strategist (CPT Hybrid)
ENVIRONMENT:JOIN the team of a forward-thinking Digital Agency urgently seeking a highly skilled & client-centric Digital Account Manager. Your core role will be to manage client relationships, develop strategic marketing plans, oversee campaign execution, and...
Junior UI/UX Designer (CPT Hybrid)
ENVIRONMENT:AN exciting position is available for a talented Junior UI/UX Designer, with a keen eye for detail and beautiful visual aesthetics, wanted by a dynamic provider of sustainable and cost-effective Solar Energy Solutions. You will assist with the development,...
Software Developer (Java / Dephi) TT
Proven experience (8+ years) as a Software Developer or similar role in software development.Strong understanding of software development methodologies (e.g. Agile, Scrum).Strong knowledge of SQL - Database design, queries, reporting (e.g. MySQL, SQL Server,...
Digital Account Manager/Web Strategist (CPT Hybrid) – Western Cape Wynberg
ENVIRONMENT:JOIN the team of a forward-thinking Digital Agency urgently seeking a highly skilled & client-centric Digital Account Manager. Your core role will be to manage client relationships, develop strategic marketing plans, oversee campaign execution, and...
Junior UI/UX Designer (CPT Hybrid) – Western Cape Century City
ENVIRONMENT:AN exciting position is available for a talented Junior UI/UX Designer, with a keen eye for detail and beautiful visual aesthetics, wanted by a dynamic provider of sustainable and cost-effective Solar Energy Solutions. You will assist with the development,...
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