Can AI help to boost African economies?
Kathy Gibson reports from Gitex Africa 2024 – As the world’s economies become increasingly digital, artificial intelligence (AI) is expected to play a major role in boosting GDPs around the globe. Lavina Ramkissoon, UN University Centre of Policy Research, points out...
AI and a question of ethics
Kathy Gibson reports from Gitex Africa Morocco 2024 - When it comes to using artificial intelligence (AI), ethics is a key issue, and organisations are advised start formulating clear policies around trusted and responsible AI. Rohan Patel, senior vice-president:...
SAFPS warns against advance-fee scam
The Southern African Fraud Prevention Service (SAFPS) has warned consumers to be aware of an advance-fee scam where the perpetrator is falsely presenting themselves as a representative of the SAFPS. "The SAFPs is concerned about this and is urging the public to...
Young SA economists attend Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting
The Council for the Lindau Nobel Laureate Meetings has selected 12 young economists from South Africa to participate at the 7th Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting currently underway in Lindau, Germany. In Lindau's quest to continuously strive to increase the quality and...
Business looks to add value with hyperautomation
Robotic process automation (RPA) was 2021’s disruptive technology, with organisations realising the benefits of deploying bots to perform repetitive and tedious tasks. But, as is so often the case, companies want more. “We know the RPA market is booming,” says Brian...
Google Wallet launches in SA
Google has launched Google Wallet in South Africa, initially offering users the ability to save and access payment cards, loyalty cards and boarding passes. Additional services will be added over time. “Access to technology is vital for economic prosperity as millions...
Home Affairs dismisses chief director over IT issues
The Department of Home Affairs has dismissed Simphiwe Hlophe, chief director: infrastructure management for information systems (IS), who was found guilty on counts relating to gross negligence and gross dereliction of duty. Hlophe was responsible for IT issues that...
Reports of Facebook behaving strangely
Facebook users are today reporting numerous issues with the social media platform, with some receiving comments to celebrity accounts. DownDetector is reporting a higher level of reported outages on Facebook, including a spike in issues from South African users. A...
Leaders could turn geopolitical risks into new opportunities
Technology governance issues emanating from cross-country politics have led to digital geopolitics rapidly becoming an issue that multinational CIOs must step up to lead, according to Gartner. Forty-one percent of boards of directors view geopolitical power shifts and...
SME confidence levels at a 10-year high
The confidence that South African small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) owners have that the South African economy will be conducive to business growth in the next 12 months is at its highest level in a decade. This is according to the Q1 2022 SME Index conducted by...
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Vantage Capital adds R200m to New GX funds
Vantage Capital, Africa's largest mezzanine fund manager, announced today that it has provided a R200-million ($13,7-million) expansion capital facility to New GX Capital, a 100% black and family owned investment company. The funds will be used to finance additional...
SoftCo partners with Grant Thornton in SA
According to Grant Thornton's 2015 research of more than 2500 executives in 36 economies, over half (56%) of firms surveyed are either already automating business practices or may do so over the next 12 months. In South Africa, research revealed that 31% are already...
Visibility is top defence against targeted attacks
As cyber criminals become more tactical, moving away from the 'spray and pray approach' to more focused and targeted attacks, visibility and scrubbed traffic become essential components of a security strategy for protecting companies, writes Martin Walshaw, senior...
WDB, Grovest take stakes in Seed Engine
WDB Investment Holdings (WDB) has taken a 30% stake in Seed Engine, while venture capital company Grovest has also taken a 27,5% stake in the organisation, which incorporates Seed Academy. Faith Khanyile, CEO of WDB, says its investment brings together a common...
BBBEE compliance gets harder for SA firms
Many South African businesses will face a stiff challenge in meeting their accreditation targets as they prepare for their first audits under the stricter Revised Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Codes that came into effect on 1 May 2015. That's according to...
SUSE joins Microsoft Enterprise Cloud Alliance and Test Drive Program
SUSE has joined the Microsoft Enterprise Cloud Alliance as part of its ongoing strategy to enable customers to quickly respond to changing business needs. SUSE delivers cloud-based SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, including automated updates, to enterprise customers...
How technology has shaped the modern office
Offices environments have evolved drastically over recent years. Advances in technology have transformed the work place and continue to play a vital role in changing the way business is done. A major shift from yesteryear, the modern office offers mobility,...
PaySpace announces integration with Xero
PaySpace has announced its integration with Xero, a global cloud-based accounting software company that enables users to log in anytime, anywhere on a Mac, PC, tablet or phone and see up-to-date financials. Founded in New Zealand, Xero - which recently opened its...
When is it time for new ERP software?
In tough economic times, it becomes tempting to sweat your assets. But running an outdated ERP system may become more of a liability than a saving in the long run. Viesturs Zalaiskalns, channel manager at HansaWorld South Africa, highlights the top signs that indicate...
MiX Telematics to distribute TankSafe in Africa
TISS, the world's leading truck security and safety specialists, has appointed MiX Telematics as a distributor of its TankSafe range of fuel security and safety devices for Africa. "Our aim is to continue expanding our network to ensure that all products in our...
Technical Business Analyst at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client: Our client is a global leader in digital marketing and client reporting solutions, empowering financial professionals to enhance investor engagement and retention. With operations spanning four continents, they are rapidly expanding their team...
Intermediate Java Developer – Gauteng Sandown
We are seeking an Intermediate Java Developer to join our Enterprise Architecture Team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for translating CRS and PRS into executable code, ensuring the application performs as required, and releasing source code with zero...
Network Administrator – Gauteng Primrose
Job SummarySecure and maintain the organisation's computer systems' networkMaintain a reliable, secure and efficient data communications networkKey Performance Areas Plan and Set Up Network InfrastructureMaintain High Availability Network InfrastructureConduct...
Innovation Project Manager
We're looking for a passionate and organized individual who loves driving delivery in a fast-paced environment. Do you have a knack for keeping projects on track, managing delivery and fostering collaboration? Join a leader in healthcare technology solutions, as an...
Senior Functional Tester
We currently have an opportunity for a Senior Functional Testers. The Senior Functional Tester is primarily responsible for assessing and maintaining, with little supervision, a level of quality for the systems and products offered to clients, and to help the...
IT Engineer
IT Engineer - Cape Town (Southern Suburbs) required for my client in the Financial Services profession.My client, an established and highly regarded Investment firm are looking for the right candidate to fulfil the role of IT Engineer. This role will be pivotal in...
Innovation Project Manager – Gauteng Johannesburg North
We're looking for a passionate and organized individual who loves driving delivery in a fast-paced environment. Do you have a knack for keeping projects on track, managing delivery and fostering collaboration? Join a leader in healthcare technology solutions, as an...
Senior Functional Tester – Gauteng Johannesburg
We currently have an opportunity for a Senior Functional Testers. The Senior Functional Tester is primarily responsible for assessing and maintaining, with little supervision, a level of quality for the systems and products offered to clients, and to help the...
IT Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town
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