Microsoft leverages AI to fast-track African start-ups
Microsoft, through the company’s Africa Transformation Office (ATO), has unveiled an initiative that will accelerate advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and foster collaboration between startups and industry leaders. The initiative will also mark the launch...
Insolvencies, geopolitical tension and AI washing key risks for 2025
Directors and Officers (D&Os) have been operating in a highly complex environment throughout 2024, and further volatility can be expected during 2025. Executives face multiple exposures in an increasingly interconnected business world, confronted with risks...
Power, security bring new opportunities for Mustek
Alternative energy is a big opportunity for IT distributor Mustek, which today announced its interim results for the half-year ended 31 December 2022. Hein Engelbrecht, CEO of the Mustek group, says the green energy opportunity is already contributing about 10% to the...
Misconception on data protection responsibility can increase vulnerability
The latest Arcserve annual global study has found that 43% of IT decision-makers (ITDMs) falsely believe that cloud providers are responsible for protecting and recovering data in the public cloud. This misconception of data protection responsibility, the company...
SA credit card spend bounces back post-Covid
Aimed at identifying and understanding shifts in consumer spending behaviour during and after the Covid-19 pandemic, Visa and Discovery Bank have released their collaborative Spendtrend23 report, which reveals that South Africans' spending via credit card has bounced...
Raising awareness about stalkerware
In commemorating International Women's Day in 2023, societies around the world reflect on the local, national, and global gender issues relevant to their work and contexts. It is an opportunity to raise awareness about issues that disproportionately affect women, and...
Google empowers women in Africa
Google celebrated International Women's Day yesterday (8 March) by announcing three new initiatives aimed at empowering women entrepreneurs in Africa and providing them with the resources they need to succeed. The initiatives include the Google for Startups...
Mixed bag for business confidence as loadshedding partly countered
The RMB/BER Business Confidence Index (BCI) declined further from 38 in the fourth quarter to 36 in the first quarter of 2023. While the outcome could have been worse, given the severity of power outages and the associated drop-off in business activity, the result is...
Women are borrowing for daily living expenses
South African women are more at risk of becoming indebted over rapidly depreciating assets than their male counterparts. To commemorate International Women’s Day, National Debt Advisors, one of the leading debt counselling companies in South Africa, shared findings...
Retaining top talent amid SA’s brain drain
As skilled workers and top talent leave the country at an alarming rate, South Africa's "brain drain" is becoming a significant challenge for many companies as they struggle to fill their ever-widening skills gap from a constantly shrinking talent pool. A new white...
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East African CIOs should lead transformation
CIOs in East Africa must work closely with their boards to invest in technology that will enable their organisations to thrive against the background of more demanding customers, digital disruption and fiercer global competition. Robust core business management...
Responsible drinking over the festive season
As we start getting into summer and the spirit of the festive season, many South Africans are looking forward to a well-deserved break, writes Rhys Evans, director of ALCO-Safe. Even if they are not taking leave, they often enjoy consuming refreshing alcoholic...
Xerox ConnectKey ‘Call Me Back’ app boosts efficiency
Bytes Document Solutions (BDS), Xerox's authorised distributor in sub-Saharan Africa, has announced the release of the Xerox ConnectKey app, known as 'Call Me Back'. The 'Call Me Back' app is the latest addition to the Xerox App gallery which is available on all Xerox...
Businesses need smarter technology strategies
Increased digitisation by companies in order to cut costs and streamline operations can have the opposite effect if cyber risks are not managed. This is according to Charl Ueckermann, managing director of AVeS Cyber Security. As part of its medium-term budget released...
Dell EMC expands high performance computing portfolio
Dell EMC have announced new high performance computing (HPC) cloud offerings, software, systems and customer success, continuing its focus on democratizing HPC for enterprises of all sizes, optimizing HPC technology innovations and advancing the HPC community. "The...
Eliminate IT downtime to keep passengers happy
With the South African summer holidays fast approaching, the travel industry is under pressure to ensure always-on access to customers who want to make reservations and bookings using a myriad of devices. Claude Schuck, regional manager for Africa at Veeam, discusses...
Authlogics appoints AxizWorkgroup as a distributor in Africa
Authlogics, a specialist in multi-factor authentication and a Curve Group company, has announced that AxizWorkgroup is its first local distributor and will deliver authentication solutions to resellers in Africa. Authlogics, which provides an alternative to...
RS Components signs up Adafruit
RS Components (RS) has signed an authorised distribution agreement with Adafruit Industries, a leader in open-source hardware, tools, equipment and electronics for makers and hobbyists of all ages and skill levels, and anyone wanting to learn about electronics....
Move over attackers, these are the big leagues
When a gaming provider is taken offline it frustrates hardcore users and damages the company's reputation. Because availability is of such primary importance to gamers, these firms are frequent targets for attack. "With distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks...
BT-SA launches smart power monitoring solutions
BT-SA has introduced a range of smart power monitoring solutions that could save households and companies huge amounts of money due to power outages. This also forms part of its strategy to create an overall Internet of Things (IoT) business environment. Power trips,...
Functional Sharepoint Developer at Reverside
Reverside is an IT services provider; we are always looking for professional candidates to join our team in Software Development, providing opportunities to work on exciting projects, within our well-established client base. We are looking for a Functional Sharepoint...
Developer – Python (Lead) at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Join a thriving community of individuals transforming lives through direct selling. Since 1998, people have been changing their lives with our client, taking ownership of career opportunities provided, empowering them to earn a sustainable income and...
Jnr CNC Machinist Programmer at South African Astronomical Observatory
The South African Astronomical Observatory (SAAO) is seeking qualified candidates for the position of CNC Programmer Machinist. Purpose of the job: Manufacture Components for Scientific Instruments Key Responsibilities: Component manufacturingOperation of CNC...
SQL Developer (with DBA Experience)
We are looking a SQL Developer with DBA knowledge to join our [Email Address Removed] will play a dual role in both developing robust SQL databases and ensuring their smooth operation, security, and optimization. Your expertise will be key in supporting our...
Functional Sharepoint Developer at Reverside – Gauteng Gauteng
Reverside is an IT services provider; we are always looking for professional candidates to join our team in Software Development, providing opportunities to work on exciting projects, within our well-established client base. We are looking for a Functional Sharepoint...
Developer – Python (Lead) at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
About our client:Join a thriving community of individuals transforming lives through direct selling. Since 1998, people have been changing their lives with our client, taking ownership of career opportunities provided, empowering them to earn a sustainable income and...
Jnr CNC Machinist Programmer at South African Astronomical Observatory – Western Cape Cape Town CBD
The South African Astronomical Observatory (SAAO) is seeking qualified candidates for the position of CNC Programmer Machinist. Purpose of the job: Manufacture Components for Scientific Instruments Key Responsibilities: Component manufacturingOperation of CNC...
SQL Developer (with DBA Experience) – Gauteng Johannesburg
We are looking a SQL Developer with DBA knowledge to join our [Email Address Removed] will play a dual role in both developing robust SQL databases and ensuring their smooth operation, security, and optimization. Your expertise will be key in supporting our...
Senior Business Process Architect (Perm/Contract) (JHB Hybrid)
ENVIRONMENT:PLAY a critical role to transform client operations as your technical expertise is sought to fill the role of a Senior Business Process Architect of a Joburg-based Software Engineering and Data Science Consultancy, with a global development footprint. You...
Business Analyst at Parvana Recruitment
Client Details: Our client is a leading IT services company with expertise in telco, payments, retail software - they have a global client base with a strong R&D focus. They are great believers in continuous improvement and fast adapters to new tech and constantly...
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