20 years on and gender gap parity is fracturing

Twenty years after the World Economic Forum first measured the global gender gap, the world is closer to parity than ever, but progress is fragile, with gains reversing in some areas, according to the Global Gender Gap Report 2026. Women now reach senior leadership in...

Unemployed are least likely to prioritise betting spending-limit tools

The online betting group most likely to prioritise debt repayment with a windfall is also the group least likely to ask regulators or operators for spending controls, according to new research from Softswiss. Fewer than four in 10 unemployed South Africans think...

AI-first enterprises will win big if they do it right

Kathy Gibson reports - Enterprises that are reshaping and reinventing business domains around artificial intelligence (AI) are on track to experience great return on investment (ROI) and become more competitive. But there is a currently a big disconnect between AI...

AI leaders join call for a slowdown in new developments

The call for a global slowdown on artificial intelligence (AI) development is gaining traction, with the leaders of the some of the world’s largest AI companies adding their voices. On Saturday, Anthropic CEO Dr Dario Amodei penned an essay calling for AI companies to...

AI could be key to achieving global connectivity

Artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to help bring online the 2,6-billion people still not connected to the Internet, according to The State of Broadband 2024 from the Broadband Commission for Sustainable Development. The first part of the Broadband Commission...

Audit anxiety signals digital shortfalls

Just one in four IT decision-makers (ITDMs) feels very confident in the lead-up to an audit - with respondents to new research from Canon Europe highlighting concerns over their organisations' information and data management processes. The results of the survey of 1...

GAP competition winners scoop R3m prize

Novel business concepts including an Internet of Things (IoT) system to prevent load shedding, a digital payment platform for spaza shops, and a portable DNA testing "lab" have scooped top prizes at The Innovation Hub's 2021 Gauteng Accelerator Programme (GAP)...

Huawei aims to grow cloud business in SA

Kathy Gibson is at Techscape 2022 – Huawei South Africa has reiterated its commitment to growing its presence and headcount in South Africa as it drives digital transformation in key markets. As a Level 2 B-BBEE company, the organisation has 1 400 employees, creating...

Cloud enables a new world of work

Kathy Gibson is at Techscape 2022 – Cloud computing is a vital enabler of the new hybrid working trend. That’s the word from Jasmine Lin, head of commercial division at Asus South Africa, who points out that the world of work has changed forever. “Hybrid working is...

Smart security extends beyond CCTV

Kathy Gibson is at Techscape 2022 – The importance of security solutions can be seen in the growth of companies operating in this space. For instance, HikVision has seen 33,21% compound annual growth since its inception in 2001. During that time it has filed 4 600...

High-performance broadband key for hybrid workers

Cisco's latest Broadband Index reveals people value access to the Internet more than ever before. According to the global survey of almost 60 000 workers across 30 countries about their home broadband access, quality and usage, economic and societal growth will not...

Minister’s SME bounce-back scheme draws fire

Kickstarting the economy took centre stage in yesterday’s Budget, and Minister of Finance Enoch Godonwana stressed the importance of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in this effort. However, there is some scepticism around a new scheme that has been set up to help...

BCX releases Digital Innovation Report 2022

BCX has launched its first Digital Innovation Report 2022, tracking how South African companies are using technology for innovation.. "The reality of the Covid-19 pandemic is that we are all trying to solve problems never experienced before. At first it was for...

DHL tops phishing index

DHL attracted 23% of all Q4 2021 phishing attempts, according to recent data compiled bybanklesstimes.com. That figure made it the most alluring to phishers and also represented a 14% increase from Q3 stats, earning the firm the unenviable tag. The logistics and...

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SkyVision wins Burkina Faso project bid

SkyVision Global Networks, a leading global communications provider, has announced the successful implementation of the first phase of its project with the Bank of Africa (BOA) Burkina Faso, the country’s second largest financial institution. The project included...

Internet education, training key for iWeek

The 13th instalment of iWeek promises a renewed focus on value-adding free training sessions running in parallel for the duration of South Africa's annual Internet industry gathering.Altogether, a whopping 22 training sessions are being presented by leading industry...

Automotive sector can benefit from databases

No matter what type of business or industry you are in, you need people to buy into your idea or your service, and if you have products, people to purchase it. Identifying those prospective buyers and finding them is half the battle won. One of the most effective,...

Unilever, DTI grow sustainable living in SA

Multinational FMCG giant Unilever and the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) have agreed to look at ways to make sustainable living commonplace in South Africa and build a brighter future for local communities. Speaking during an introductory meeting of recently...

Lounge İstanbul now offers Sky Library

Lounge İstanbul guests can now enjoy Sky Library and other information services thanks to iBeacon technology. Turkish Airlines' strategy is to make passengers feel special and valued throughout their journey. Turkish Airlines is now offering the Sky Library app to all...

Gen Y drives technology in manufacturing

As the evolution of mobile operating systems and ever-more sophisticated applications continue to change the way we work. Pieter van der Merwe, Availability Solutions Architect, Africa & Middle East at Stratus Technologies, says this is particularly evident in the...

Stokvels: a hidden economy?

In a macroeconomic context, the more a nation saves the more it is able to invest, while in a microeconomic sense, individuals deep in debt are not only unable to save, but are constrained in their ability to spend, says Anton de Wet, managing executive: Client...

ITNA acquires PurpleWhite IT

Provider of ICT solutions and services to local government, ITNA, recently announced its acquisition of PurpleWhite IT – an ICT company that specialises in information systems security. ITNA has a strong delivery, technical and business processes background, which can...

Data scientists and chief data officers

When a new job title is created and introduced to an organisation, the immediate response is typically a combination of apprehension, confusion and sometimes rejection. It’s not unusual for people to scrutinise the role, question the business need and worry about how...

Controlling mobility within your business

MTN Business has introduced its enterprise mobile management (EMM) solution that enables corporates to effectively manage and secure mobile devices, data, and applications within their businesses. "With employees bringing their own devices to work, companies need to...

UX/UI Designer – Gauteng Johannesburg

GoldenRule is currently recruiting for a UXUI Designer for a leader in the HR solutions field. You'll partner with analysts, software developers and business stakeholders to define and deliver new features, bring to life real prototypes based on concepts, iterate on...

IT Support Administrator (2nd Line) – Western Cape Oakdale

Role:The IT Support Administrator will be responsible for providing comprehensive 1st and 2nd line technical support to our clients staff in our clients Cape Town office. This role involves both face-to-face and remote support across a Windows environment, handling a...

Business Analyst at Freshstop Regional Office – Gauteng Centurion

This position will be based in our Freshstop Offices and will report directly to the Regional Operations Manager. SUMMARY JOB Business analysts are the drivers of our continued growth and success. With their commitment to innovation, these analysts seek, develop, and...

PHP Developer (CH1007)

Our client, an established B2B travel company, who has been in business for over 15 years, has recently developed a top online product to meet the demand of their clients who consist mostly of travel agents and corporate travel companies. This project continues to...

SAP Developer

To manage and oversee the Bank's SAP operational and tactical development initiatives which include the execution and, implementation of application delivery programmes and projects against the Bank's standards, policies and procedures and governance guidelines and...

Database Administrator (DB2 LUW)

Our clients in the financial industry are on the hunt for a Database Administrator (DB2 LUW) based in Cape Town for a fantastic permanent position. Enjoy great benefits and get to work in a dynamic team while gaining excellent exposure within the field. Requirements:...

Senior Data Analyst at Datonomy Solutions

We are looking for a Senior Data Analyst to join our team in Cape Town.3 days (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday) onsite in Southern Suburbs.Retail experienceAnalytical degree (maths, stats, engineering)Advanced SQLPower BiStrong interpersonal skills, as you will be...

PHP Developer (CH1007) – Western Cape Stellenbosch

Our client, an established B2B travel company, who has been in business for over 15 years, has recently developed a top online product to meet the demand of their clients who consist mostly of travel agents and corporate travel companies. This project continues to...

SAP Developer – Gauteng Turffontein

To manage and oversee the Bank's SAP operational and tactical development initiatives which include the execution and, implementation of application delivery programmes and projects against the Bank's standards, policies and procedures and governance guidelines and...

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