Google adds AI skilling support
Google has announced $2,85-million (R49-million) funding through Google.org to support AI skills development, education, online safety and cybersecurity in South Africa. The funding builds on Google’s AI skilling work announced earlier this year and focuses on...
Microsoft SA and GIZ launch Ikamva Digital skills initiative
Microsoft South Africa, in partnership with the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), has launched Ikamva Digital, a transformative digital learning platform designed to empower South African youth and educators with the skills needed to...
Strong iOS growth drives up smartphone market
Worldwide smartphone shipments are forecast to grow 1% year-on-year (YoY) in 2025 to 1,24-billion units, according to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker. This represents an improvement from the previous forecast of 0,6%,...
Southern Africa’s critical minerals a global imperative for energy transition
A new report by the World Economic Forum highlights the urgent need to unlock investment in southern Africa’s critical minerals to meet surging global demand for clean energy and low-carbon technologies. It identifies key financing gaps facing the region and showcases...
Pump my Android … safely
With a goal to curb malware and financial scams, Google has announced a new policy requiring developer verification for all Android app installations on certified devices - those with preloaded Google Mobile Services (like Samsung, Pixel, and others) - starting in...
Diverse and flexible skills needed in renewable energy sector
A new research report from the University of Cape Town’s Southern Africa Labour and Development Research Unit (SALDRU) – Renewable Energy Skills Mapping and Labour Market Analysis in the Western Cape - offers a comprehensive analysis of the renewable energy skills...
TIA and Sedfa accelerating SA’s startup and SME ecosystem
The Technology Innovation Agency (TIA) and the Small Enterprise Development and Finance Agency (Sedfa) have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) looking to create a more integrated and supportive environment for innovators and Micro, Small, and Medium...
Trusted emails are weaponised for attacks
Cisco Talos’ Q2 2025 cybersecurity report reveals a notable shift in attacker objectives and methods. Although phishing activity declined by 40% compared to Q1, it remained the leading initial access method for threat actors - with most campaigns focused on credential...
SITA says it’s not to blame for delays in crucial Commissions of Inquiry
Following the outcry over the delay of the Madlanga and Mkhwanazi Commissions of Inquiry – which have reportedly “infuriated” President Cyril Ramaphosa – the State Information Technology Agency (SITA) is looking to clarify its role in the non-procurement of ICT...
Banking crime losses decline, but AI poses major threat
The South African Banking Risk Information Centre (SABRIC) has released its Annual Crime Statistics for 2024, reflecting a significant decline in financial crime losses - but also warning of the growing threat posed by artificial intelligence (AI) in fraud schemes. In...
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Customers want last-mile delivery transparency
Consumers wanted real-time visibility on their online orders even before the pandemic turned the world upside down and propelled ecommerce to unprecedented heights. The results of a survey published by YouGov and cloud applications provider Infor in May 2020 found...
Keep top tech talent from slipping away
The global demand for ICT skills remains at an all-time high, and while many organisations focus on recruitment, retaining top talent is where the real challenge begins. In a market saturated with opportunities, keeping talent engaged, motivated, and loyal has become...
A strategic approach to AI sustainability in SA
AI’s outsized demand for energy has already become infamous. Here’s how to fix it, writes President Ntuli, MD of HPE South Africa. With the AI race in full swing, many organisations now find themselves hoarding data in the hopes they will soon find a way to derive...
How to accelerate user adoption
In a digital era characterised by exponential technological advancement, businesses face the challenge of acquiring state-of-the-art tools and ensuring effective integration into day-to-day operations. “We are creating transformative solutions at an unprecedented...
The rise of autonomous data recovery
Escalating cyber threats and attacks constantly put businesses under pressure, increasingly prompting organisations to shift their mindsets towards ensuring continuous operations and thus avoiding downtime and revenue loss. By Modeen Malick, principal systems engineer...
How cloud networking prepares retailers for seasonal success
The festive shopping season kicked off this year with Black Friday, showing a surge in online customers placing immense pressure on retail systems. Reports indicate that at least four major South African banks experienced notable growth in Black Friday activity this...
GenAI: key considerations for cybersecurity teams
The AI landscape is changing faster than ever, and this is especially true in cybersecurity. Many organisations in South Africa are now focusing their investments on application security, putting a significant emphasis on AI-driven solutions to boost their...
AI and its growing impact on compliance
While AI's early promise sparked excitement, its slow maturity has created a unique period of uncertainty and opportunity. IT departments, in particular, find themselves at the intersection of AI’s development and the growing demands of compliance, reshaping how...
E-learning learnings to take into 2025
Ninety percent of organisations are concerned about employee retention and use corporate learning as an effective retention strategy, according to the LinkedIn Workplace Learning Report (LWLR) 2024. Michael Gullan, CEO of G&G Advocacy, explains how organisations...
Check Point Infinity XDR/XPR achieves 100% detection rate
Check Point Software Technologies’ Infinity XDR/XPR achieved a 100% detection rate in the rigorous 2024 MITRE ATT&CK Evaluations. During the evaluation, Infinity XDR/XPR detected all 57 applicable attack steps, with 56 detections at the technique level. "In an era...
Senior Business Analyst (ServiceNow)
We are seeking a Senior Business Analyst with proven experience in ServiceNow to drive business transformation initiatives. In this role, you will support one of South Africa's leading organisations, an established, recognisable brand with a strong focus on technology...
Intermediate Data Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
The Mid-Level Data Engineer is responsible for building, maintaining, and optimizing data pipelines that support data-driven operations and analytics. This role involves developing reliable ETL processes, integrating diverse data sources, and ensuring the availability...
Machine Learning Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
The Senior Machine Learning Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and deploying advanced machine learning solutions that drive business impact. This role requires deep technical expertise, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to lead complex...
Front-End Developer – VUE & Angular at Ntice Search – Gauteng Gauteng
Our Client is looking for a talented and experienced Front-End Developer with a strong focus on [URL Removed] and Angular to join their dynamic development team. This is a hands-on role where you'll be shaping the user experience of sophisticated web applications in...
Senior Business Analyst (ServiceNow) – Gauteng Johannesburg
We are seeking a Senior Business Analyst with proven experience in ServiceNow to drive business transformation initiatives. In this role, you will support one of South Africa's leading organisations, an established, recognisable brand with a strong focus on technology...
Intermediate Data Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
The Mid-Level Data Engineer is responsible for building, maintaining, and optimizing data pipelines that support data-driven operations and analytics. This role involves developing reliable ETL processes, integrating diverse data sources, and ensuring the availability...
Machine Learning Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
The Intermediate Machine Learning Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing, and deploying machine learning solutions that support data-driven decision-making and business objectives. The role requires strong technical expertise in model development, pipeline...
Oracle Functional Consultant
Provide Oracle support and maintenance for a FSD Oracle division in support of Organisation: (Projects, Programmes, new Demands and Support)- Backfill Support the unit in fulling it's mandate of providing support for Oracle financial suite of modules throughout the...
Business Analyst (Mine Monitoring & Control) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Shape the Future of Mining as a Senior Business Analyst!Ready to Power Up Mine Monitoring & Control?Step into the exciting world of mining technology and become a trailblazer in our innovative team! We're searching for a Senior Business Analyst – Mine Monitoring...
Machine Learning Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
The Intermediate Machine Learning Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing, and deploying machine learning solutions that support data-driven decision-making and business objectives. The role requires strong technical expertise in model development, pipeline...
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