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...

Space robotics poised for explosive growth

Five years ago, NASA launched a mission straight out of a sci-fi blockbuster by deploying its robotic system, Astrobees, on the International Space Station (ISS) to assist astronauts with repair and maintenance. Fast forward to today, and space robotics has taken a...

The top four HR investment trends for 2024

For the third consecutive year, HR leaders cited HR technology as their top investment priority, according to a survey by Gartner. The survey reveals that the other top three investment areas in 2024 are: learning and development (L&D); total rewards; and talent...

SA is firmly in the ransomware sights

For a number of reasons, South African companies are the seventh most-attacked by ransomware in the world. This is one of the findings from the Trellix Advanced Threat Research Report: January 2022, examining cybercriminal behaviour and activity related to cyber...

Data centre industry bucks the trend despite supply chain crisis

Although the construction sector is in the midst of an international supply chain crisis, 70% of respondents to Turner & Townsend’s Data Centre Cost Index were optimistic that stronger-than-ever demand proves the data-centre industry is recession-proof. Now in its...

AI will help to accelerate sustainable development

A new community platform powered by artificial intelligence (AI), launched today by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), aims to step up global collaboration on the use of AI to drive sustainable development. The AI for Good Neural Network is designed to...

Wearables could be tracking much more than your heartbeat

Kaspersky experts have found out that the most commonly used protocol for transferring data from wearable devices used for remote patient monitoring contained 33 vulnerabilities, including 19 “critical vulnerabilities” in 2021 alone. This is 10 more critical...

Study seeks to understand the impact of high crime stats

With crime ramping up across the country, South Africans feel unsafe so they access security services more often. Aura’s inaugural Crime Trend Report provides insights into South Africa’s crime stats in key categories from armed robberies to attempted hijackings and...

Project professionals must take a global view to stay relevant

South African project professionals will be increasingly required to build consideration for global events into their strategies and planned outcomes if they are to ensure that they remain relevant in an age that is changing at a pace that challenges society. This is...

Voice and text interactions will soon supplement customer surveys

By 2025, 60% of organisations with voice of the customer (VoC) programs will supplement traditional surveys by analyzing voice and text interactions with customers, according to Gartner. Business and CX leaders will continue to seek ways to diminish reliance on...

Esports titles selected for high school championships

The growth of esports starts at school level. Schools are the breeding ground where champions are fashioned by schools that have the interest of learners at heart. So it is not surprising to see that the entire Protea Esports Team that participated in International...

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Companies must review their Web sites

Consideration of how a corporate Web site reflects on a smartphone, why it is necessary to avoid casual methodology in mobile app development and the need to truly understand the mobile ecosystem. These are some of the key considerations that have to be born in mind...

Ctrack rolls out Sage ERP X3

Ctrack, a specialist provider of fleet management and vehicle tracking solutions to a global client base, has implemented the Sage ERP X3 business software to support the production process at its Durban factory. The company was looking to achieve more flexibility and...

NetApp expands array portfolio

With more global organisations transforming IT operations to keep pace with evolving business requirements, NetApp has steadily enhanced its comprehensive system and software portfolio to provide the flexibility and choice required for current and future enterprise...

Bytes boosts workforce management at IFSEC

South Africa now has access to integrated workforce management and security solutions thanks to a demonstration of combined Cisco and Kronos solutions. Exhibiting at the recent Information Security Conference (IFSEC) in Johannesburg, Bytes Workforce Management drew...

Zehnder uses QlikView to mine SAP data

Qlik has announced that Zehnder Group, an international manufacturer of heating, ventilation and cooling systems, and air cleaning solutions, uses QlikView group wide to analyse key performance indicators (KPIs) across their organisation. The QlikView Business...

Philips announces EmboGuide cancer treatment

Royal Philips has announced the launch of EmboGuide, its latest innovation in interventional procedures for cancer, which treats difficult-to-reach tumours or tumours in patients who are deemed unsuitable for surgery. EmboGuide is a live 3D image guidance tool that...

Sophos announces Mobile Control 4.0

Sophos has announced Sophos Mobile Control (SMC) 4.0, which includes individual file encryption, integrated AV and Web filtering. Available on premise or as-a-service, SMC provides a simple and differentiated approach for small and mid-market organisations to manage...

Micromine launches 2014 edition

Micromine, the leading provider of software solutions and services to the international mining sector, is pleased to announce the release of Micromine 2014, the latest version of the company’s industry leading exploration and mine design solution.  Micromine 2014 was...

Cloud solutions need to be always-on

In today’s fast-paced, always-on world, businesses are not only being evaluated on their customer service levels and what they sell, but increasingly on their response times. With more and more consumers accessing cloud services from portable devices that are...

DCC offers the APC Smart-UPS 230V

Take advantage of advanced line-interactive power protection for servers and network equipment with the new APC Smart-UPS 230V from distributor Drive Control Corporation (DCC). The feature-rich uninterrupted power supply (UPS) ensures that clean and reliable...

Junior ICT Support Technician – Eastern Cape Gqebera

Our client, a prominent national brand, based in Port Elizabeth is currently looking to employ a Junior ICT Support Technician. An awesome career opportunity awaits you!Requirements:Minimum of a Higher Certificate / Occupational Certificate Level 5 (NQF Level 5) in...

Senior Data Specialist – Gauteng Johannesburg

"Join us as a Senior Data Analyst/Specialist and drive strategic insights that shape the future of entertainment. Elevate your career with Africa's leading entertainment company - where innovation meets analytics!" Qualifications/Experience Required: Degree in...

Software Support Engineer T1 – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:Our client, a prominent player in CRM and Contact Centre solutions within the Southern African region, is known for its utilization of cutting-edge technology to serve an enthusiastic customer base. They are currently in search of a First Line Support...

Automation Tester

We are looking for a Test Automation Engineer to join our dynamic team on a Hybrid basis in Cape Town (Essential to be available to work in Cape Town) Works autonomously and acts as a senior providing professional advice, managing and/or coordinating the work of...

Java Developer at ABSA Bank

Java developer with 6 years minimum experience.c#sql.netbanking systems knowledge object orientated dev environment. please do send me your updated cv to [Email Address Removed] Desired Skills: Java Programming Desired Work Experience: 5 to 10 years Banking Learn...

Senior Business Analyst

Embark on a transformative journey as a Senior Business Analyst specializing in SAP. Bring your seasoned expertise to the forefront, translating business requirements into effective SAP solutions. Leverage your comprehensive understanding of SAP modules to optimize...

Developer – C# / React (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Highly innovative organisation which only employs the best. Their focus is on continual learning, constantly adapting and keeping ahead of the market. The focus is on R&D, you will have the opportunity to work on new projects (no boring legacy...

Software Developer II

"Wanted: Software Developer with a knack for coding and a love for numbers! Join our bank and help us turn algorithms into 'algorhythms'!" Key Roles & Responsibilities: Provide Maintenance and support of software in environments of accountability.Develop unit and...

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