SA’s multi-billion rand telecom upgrades risk hitting an AI wall
Telecommunications operators across Africa are directing billions of rand into network upgrades, high-capacity fibre backhaul, and 5G rollouts. However, new research from Cloudera suggests that this heavy physical infrastructure build still sits on fragile data...
Urgent need to strengthen Africa’s trade and investment resilience
Africa’s trade landscape remains heavily dominated by export of raw materials, including agricultural products, oil, gas and minerals, while imports continue to be heavily skewed towards manufactured goods and machinery. This is the headline finding from “Africa’s...
Intel targets gamers with latest chips
Offering gamers and professionals new high-performance options, Intel has launched its latest Intel Core Ultra 200HX Plus series mobile processors. Optimised for advanced gaming, streaming, content creation, and workstation use, the Intel Core Ultra 200HX Plus series...
Happy accident as Hubble catches a comet breaking up
In a happy twist of fate, NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope witnessed a comet in the act of breaking apart. The chance of that happening while Hubble watched is extraordinarily minuscule. The findings were published on Wednesday (18 March) in the journal Icarus. The...
African coastlines face unprecedented sea level surge
A new study led by researchers at the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Department of Oceanography reveals that Africa’s coastlines are facing a rapidly accelerating crisis. It found that the 2023 to 2024 El Niño event triggered the most significant sea level surge ever...
Turing Award goes to quantum pioneers Bennett and Brassard
ACM has named Charles H Bennett and Gilles Brassard as the recipients of the 2025 Turing Award – considered the “Nobel Prize in Computing” - for their essential role in establishing the foundations of quantum information science and transforming secure communication...
Samsung, AMD tighten ties on AI collaboration
Samsung and AMD have signed an MOU to expand their strategic collaboration on next-generation AI memory and computing technologies. "Samsung and AMD share a commitment to advancing AI computing, and this agreement reflects the growing scope of our collaboration," says...
HR increasingly seen as a key business driver
Human resources (HR) has firmly entered the strategic spotlight with 65% of senior leaders now viewing HR as a key business enabler, driving transformation and value creation. Organisations with stronger HR capabilities report lower turnover and cut the time to fill...
Cassava scales African AI with new AI Factory
Cassava Technologies is deploying its AI Factory in South Africa - with plans to scale to Nigeria, Kenya, Egypt, and Morocco. “For Cassava, building Africa’s AI ecosystem is an act of empowerment, not just a technological milestone,” says Ahmed El Beheiry, Group COO...
Young scientists fly the SA flag in China
Three young scientists will showcase research projects addressing critical challenges in agriculture, environmental sustainability and food safety at the 2025 Beijing Youth Science Creation Competition (BYSCC) in China. The event will be held from 25 to 29 March 2026,...
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Poor audits can lead to costly non-compliance
South African businesses have suffered massive financial setbacks due to inadequate auditing, with cumulative losses from poor audits and compliance failures running into billions. Through its material irregularities process, the Auditor-General of South Africa...
How IT leaders can achieve more with less
IT leaders today are confronted with a paradox. They are expected to drive business innovation, ensure cybersecurity resilience, and deliver seamless digital solutions - yet they must achieve all this with shrinking budgets, limited resources, and an overburdened...
Balance operational efficiency, brand integrity with strategic CX outsourcing
The retail sector continues to navigate tremendous change, with high consumer expectations, constant margin pressure and the need for operational efficiency. In this challenging environment, retailers are increasingly turning to strategic outsourcing partnerships to...
Unlock business value through intelligent connectivity
Seamless connectivity has become a strategic enabler for organisations across industry sectors, writes Ralph Berndt, sales and marketing director at inq SA. The pervasiveness of the cloud, the realities of hybrid working, and the availability of more extensive digital...
A new way to look at cloud optimisation
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos once said: “We co-evolve with our tools. So, we invent new tools, and then our tools change us”. By Richard Vester, managing executive: EMEA AWS practice at iOCO The cloud is a perfect example of this, drastically altering organisational...
Tarsus Distribution takes on Canon’s consumer print portfolio
Canon has appointed Tarsus Distribution as an authorised distributor of its business-to-consumer (B2C) product range across SADC. Tarsus Distribution will now distribute Canon’s Pixma, Maxify, and i-Sensys printers, along with associated consumables. These products...
Insights on AI-enabled cybercrime
Over the last year, discussions about AI-enabled cybercrime have shifted from speculation about impacts to real-world observations, writes Derek Manky, chief security strategist and global vice-president: threat intelligence at Fortinet. Malicious actors continue to...
How real-time payments are transforming the economy
South Africa’s real-time payments landscape is transforming, with PayShap leading the charge. Built on the Rapid Payments Programme (RPP) rails, PayShap has emerged as a key product driving digital transactions, fostering financial inclusion, and accelerating the...
The Broken Windows Theory for cybersecurity
Have you ever walked down a street with broken windows, burnt out cars, graffiti and felt a bit uneasy? There's a reason for that, and it's not just about aesthetics, writes Javvad Malik, lead security awareness advocate at KnowBe4. The Broken Windows Theory,...
Flexible benefits attract skilled workers
The battle to attract, engage and retain talented employees continues, and many South African organisations are turning to flexible benefits to lure candidates away from their competitors. “Skilled workers are realising how valuable they are and are demanding more...
Alarm & Security Systems Technician – Gauteng Gauteng
Protecting Homes, Businesses, Changing LivesJob Title: Alarm & Security Systems Technician - Lynwood PTAThe OpportunityBecause you have a proven track record of securing homes and businesses, you understand the vital importance of getting an installation right the...
System Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Must have a degree in Chemical Engineering. Experience with process control and Data Analysing Desired Skills: Data Processing Data bricks Jira SENSOR SYSTEMS team work ticket logging About The Employer: Leading IoT company in the Industrial space. Learn more/Apply...
Junior/Intermediate Full stack/Backend Software Developer (In Office – CPT) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT: Our client operates within a dynamic, growth-focused technology environment specialising in back-end development and advanced integration solutions for international markets. Their expertise spans video management platforms, access control systems, fire...
On-Site Support Engineer
We are looking for an experienced On-Site Support Engineer to provide daily technical support, maintain network infrastructure, manage documentation, and liaise with third-party vendors. The ideal candidate will ensure smooth operation of IT systems while delivering...
Project Manger
Our client is seeking a Project Manager to join their team. The ideal candidate should have experience in the electrical and instrumentation industry. Kindly see the requirements below and apply now! Minimum Requirements MatricBachelor of Technology in Electrical...
On-Site Support Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg
We are looking for an experienced On-Site Support Engineer to provide daily technical support, maintain network infrastructure, manage documentation, and liaise with third-party vendors. The ideal candidate will ensure smooth operation of IT systems while delivering...
Project Manger – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Our client is seeking a Project Manager to join their team. The ideal candidate should have experience in the electrical and instrumentation industry. Kindly see the requirements below and apply now! Minimum Requirements MatricBachelor of Technology in Electrical...
Senior Java Developer (JHB Remote)
ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic provider of cutting-edge Software, AI & Cloud solutions accelerating digital transformation seeks a highly skilled Senior Java Developer with 6–10 years of experience to join its Remote team. You will help build scalable, high-performance...
Software Developer
In this role, you collaborate with other developers and engineers to design computer applications and programs. Part of these responsibilities include writing and debugging code, so we are looking for applicants familiar with C#, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and other...
Senior Java Developer (JHB Remote) – Gauteng Johannesburg
ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic provider of cutting-edge Software, AI & Cloud solutions accelerating digital transformation seeks a highly skilled Senior Java Developer with 6–10 years of experience to join its Remote team. You will help build scalable, high-performance...
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