Altron goes live with AI Factory
Altron has successfully deployed what it believes to be South Africa's first operational AI Factory, powered by Nvidia AI infrastructure including Nvidia accelerated computing and Nvidia AI Enterprise software. The platform delivers comprehensive AI infrastructure,...
Sports fans demand always-on engagement from teams
There is a growing demand among sports fans for always-on, personalised engagement with their favourite teams. A global study from Infobip shows that two-thirds (66%) of fans feel disconnected due to poor club communication, rising to 81% among those under 35. The...
Calls for investigation into cable dumping
South Africa’s key industries including mining, construction, solar and manufacturing are facing an escalating threat from the influx of substandard imported power cables, jeopardising safety, employment and the economic viability of the local cable manufacturing...
How chip research is shaping physical AI
AI and graphics research breakthroughs in neural rendering, 3D generation and world simulation power robotics, autonomous vehicles and content creation. Physical AI — the engine behind modern robotics, self-driving cars and smart spaces — relies on a mix of neural...
Call for better digital rights protection
South Africa should consider tighter legislation similar to a ground-breaking proposal by Denmark to respond to the challenges of Generative AI by ensuring the protection of individual rights and mitigate AI-enabled social engineering. This has become even more...
Turning geography into opportunity: new priorities for landlocked economies
A United Nations summit focused on the future of landlocked developing countries aims to address the persistent barriers these economies face in trade, logistics and investment. UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD), led by Secretary-General Rebeca Grynspan, laid out a...
Legal departments are not realising tech benefits
General counsel (GC) must take three actions to improve legal technology outcomes in their departments, according to Gartner. “GCs and legal leaders often have a poor understanding of what is needed for effective technology implementation and use in their functions,”...
Phishing emails linked to Efimer trojan
Between October 2024 and July 2025, more than 5 000 users - both individuals and organisations - fell victim to the Efimer trojan, according to Kaspersky Network Security. The malware was particularly impactful in Brazil, affecting around 1 500 victims. These attacks...
African countries not leveraging health taxes
As Africa confronts a mounting public health crisis, a simple yet powerful solution is being left on the table: health taxes. While the continent battles the dual burden of rising noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) and persistent infectious disease burden, most countries...
Applications open for 2025 Bellville Connect Level Up Series
Local SMMEs with ambitions to grow are invited to apply for the 2025 Bellville Connect Level Up Series, ahead of this year's Bellville Business Expo (BBExpo), taking place on 28 and 29 October 2025, at the Tyger Valley Centre Arena. Now in its third year, the Level Up...
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Strengthening network helps in the ransomware fight
Ransomware is becoming a major headache for businesses in South Africa. Recent research from Interpol shows that, on average, cyberattacks on organisations across Africa have surged by 23% year-on-year, with ransomware quickly becoming one of the most prevalent...
Role of the CISO in today’s business environment
In an increasingly digital world, cybersecurity has become a paramount concern for organisations of all sizes. By Nelesh Baichan, group CISO for Digital Resilience and DSG Cyber threats are evolving rapidly, encompassing sophisticated attacks like ransomware and...
How to stop bad things happening to good businesses
Many businesses, particularly smaller ones, often fail to recognise the importance of cybersecurity. Research indicates that most small and medium-sized enterprises invest less than £500 annually in cybersecurity. This underinvestment is typically due to indifference...
Personalised messaging key for better CX
The customer service landscape is transforming, with businesses shifting from merely solving problems to delivering proactive, personalised customer experiences. This shift is driven by the personalisation revolution, where tailoring interactions to meet individual...
Find smart ways to fill skills and drive growth
In 2021, more than 60% of enterprises in the European Union could not fill technology-related vacancies. Globally, companies are feeling the pressure when it comes to skills gaps across IT tech (27%), cloud computing (26%), AI and machine learning (26%), and data...
Pathways to digitally transformed, sustainable, safer roads
People often overlook the importance of road transport systems, but their smooth functioning relies on the interaction of various elements within the built environment, writes By John Rammutla, associate: highways, transport and infrastructure at WSP in Africa. The...
How to retain your infosec professionals
Burnout among information security (infosec) professionals is a prevalent cause of staff turnover, as highlighted by a recent Kaspersky study that included participants from the META region. The growing complexity of the cyberthreat landscape and the persistent skills...
Putting the customer first, adding value is key for Black Friday
Black Friday is almost upon us again, just in time to raise the stress levels for everyone involved. Shoppers are in a rush trying to find the deals that offer value, while retailers for their part need to achieve sales numbers in order to satisfy shareholders. By...
How AI and data analytics can transform your business
Artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics are revolutionising industries across the globe. Businesses of all sizes are beginning to understand the potential these tools have to streamline operations, improve decision-making, and drive growth. However, many...
Westcon-Comstor extends Weblib distribution
Westcon-Comstor has announced an expansion of its partnership with intelligent WiFi solutions vendor Weblib to cover the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region. The two companies have a long-standing relationship in France. Under the newly-expanded distribution...
Project Manager at Competent Candidates
Our client with a national footprint requires a well skilled and expert Project Manager to fulfill the following duties:Education: Relevant University degree (B.Sc. / B. Com or similar)PMP, PRINCE 2 or equivalent qualification Experience Required:Experience in project...
Full Stack JavaScript Developer (Focus: Testing) (Senior) 0628 TT
As a Full-Stack Developer with a testing mindset, you will support the development and quality assurance of our SaaS platform. Responsibilities include:Write, maintain, and optimize automated test suites using Jest and Playwright. Define and drive testing strategy,...
Network Senior Engineer
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Mid-Level Software Engineer
Our client is looking for a Mid-Level Software Engineer based in CPT Key Requirements 4 years' experience.BSc/ BTech/ [URL Removed]C/C++MATLABC#PythonGitShould you meet the requirements for this position, please email your CV to [Email Address Removed] You can also...
Project Manager at Competent Candidates – Gauteng Bryanston
Our client with a national footprint requires a well skilled and expert Project Manager to fulfill the following duties:Education: Relevant University degree (B.Sc. / B. Com or similar)PMP, PRINCE 2 or equivalent qualification Experience Required:Experience in project...
Full Stack JavaScript Developer (Focus: Testing) (Senior) 0628 TT – Gauteng Pretoria
As a Full-Stack Developer with a testing mindset, you will support the development and quality assurance of our SaaS platform. Responsibilities include:Write, maintain, and optimize automated test suites using Jest and Playwright. Define and drive testing strategy,...
Network Senior Engineer – Gauteng Centurion
Main job purpose We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Network Engineer to design, implement and maintain our enterprise network infrastructure. This role is critical to ensuring the performance, security and scalability of our network systems across...
Mid-Level Software Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town Region
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Project Manager (Data & Analytics) at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:An international and highly regarded organisation dedicated to "doing good" for society, they are renowned for their ethics, upliftment programs and while their tech environment is leading edge, this organisation is ideal for someone who wants to make...
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