As African CEOs embrace AI, ROI is still elusive

By Kathy Gibson - African companies are in the middle of learning and adopting artificial intelligence (AI), and adapting to the changes it brings. But they are also looking beyond adoption at how to measure value from their AI investments, says Ladi Asuni, partner...

Africa moves from AI ambition to action

AI has moved from potential to proven economic value and while ambition setting is near universal across economies, execution speed is the differentiator, according to Boston Consulting Group’s The AI Maturity Matrix 2026: AI Is Transforming How Economies Develop and...

The shocking reality facing jobseekers

Of the 867 706 people who registered looking for entry-level work in retail, restaurants and quick-service outlets over a 13-month period, just 6 566 were appointed - approximately one in every 132 – and between them, they sent nearly five million applications. The...

Spatial data maps where Super El Niño will hit SA hardest

The South African Weather Service gave the clearest sign yet on 1 September: this El Niño is on course to become the strongest event in living memory, with sea surface temperatures already tracking past 3°C above normal. A national outlook can't say which town or...

Deepfake frauds are on the rise

The artificial intelligence (AI) renaissance, which turned artificial intelligence into one of the hottest topics in both the consumer and business sectors, comes with its dark side, as more and more scammers use AI tools for cyberattacks and data breaches....

Right-to-repair law could cut e-waste

It's a frustrating scenario most South African consumers are all too familiar with: You purchase an expensive new electrical item or electronic device, and shortly after the warranty expires, a small part breaks. But when you take it into the manufacturer, they simply...

Economy continued recovery in Q2

Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) reported on 7 September that the South African economy continued to recover lost ground during the second quarter of 2021. Lullu Krugel, chief economist for PwC Strategy& Africa, and Dr Christie Viljoen, PwC Strategy&...

Scamming activity intensifies ahead of F1 Grand Prix

This Sunday (12 September), the Italian F1 Grand Prix  is set to take place - and it is driving a new spate of cyber scamming. With restrictions driven by the pandemic, not all fans will be able to attend the event and support their teams. As the pandemic continues,...

These technologies can drive customer acquisition and growth

Chief marketing officers (CMOs) are transitioning from a focus on customer retention last year to now looking to new customer acquisition and growth as they navigate into a post-pandemic world, according to Gartner. As the Covid-19 pandemic led many marketers to shift...

Ceramic 3D printing set for massive growth

Ceramic 3D printing is an emerging segment within the 3D printing industry that began its commercial journey in the past 10 years, making it a relative newcomer compared with polymer and metal 3D printing. However, increasing entrants into the field in the past few...

SA’s GDP up by 1,2% in the second quarter

The transport, storage and communication industry increased by 6,9% in the second quarter, and made the largest contribution to GDP growth, namely 0,5 percentage points. Increased economic activity was reported for land transport and communication services. The...

IoT, connectivity drive new opportunities in the car market

While drivers and passengers still need vehicles to get to their destination, other parts of driving experiences across the world are changing fast. The driving factor in this change is reliable and robust connectivity: automakers are embracing connectivity and...

These trends are driving near-term AI innovation

Four trends on the Gartner Hype Cycle for Artificial Intelligence, 2021 are driving near-term artificial intelligence (AI) innovation. These trends include responsible AI; small and wide data approaches; operationalisation of AI platforms; and efficient use of data,...

Bad online habits put the world’s privacy in danger

Even though people seem to know the theory of how to stay secure online, users all around the world don't practice what they preach and still maintain very poor cybersecurity habits, according to research by NordVPN. The National Privacy Test results are fairly...

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McAfee has announced a major milestone in its acquisition of Stonesoft by completing the tender offer that was announced on 6 May. Stonesoft’s innovative, high performance technology meets the needs of distributed enterprises, both today and tomorrow, and its...

CyberPro Consulting wins Gold partner status

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While telecommuting is nothing new to European and American markets, many companies in South Africa have viewed it with a fair degree of scepticism. However, innovations in technologies are seeing more decision-makers changing their attitudes towards employees working...

SAP Africa to host its first Partner Summit

With SAP seeing exponential growth in both its portfolio of products and services, it becomes increasingly important that its African partner base is aligned with SAP’s ambitious growth strategy, focusing upon the myriad of technology opportunities the continent...

The future of BI is simplicity

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VMware positioned in Leaders Quadrant

VMware, the global leader in virtualisation and cloud infrastructure, has announced that Gartner has placed VMware in the Leaders Quadrant in its 2013 report, Magic Quadrant for x86 Server Virtualisation Infrastructure. According to Gartner, “As of mid-2013, almost...

Fortinet expands partner programme

Fortinet, a world leader in high-performance network security introduced the expansion of its partner programme for the EMEA and APAC regions. The new version of the FortiPartner Programme (FPP) is designed to further align with Fortinet’s business strategy in...

EMC expands data protection portfolio

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The rise of the machines

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Financial Data Management Specialist

Financial Data Management Specialist required for a reputable company based in East London , Eastern Cape Requirements:Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in finance, accounting, or data management roles.Previous debtors / creditors management experience is beneficial...

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.Net Intermediate Developer wanted for an in-office role in Johannesburg Our client is looking for a .Net Developer in Gauteng for an Ecommerce Platform. This candidate must have experience with Visual Studios, SQL databases and T-SQL and source coding. A degree is...

C# Developer – KwaZulu-Natal Hilton

Calling all KZN-based Developers!!! Are you looking to shake things up and take your career to the next step? This may be the role for you! Our client is looking for individuals with a problem-solving mindset and willingness to go the extra mile while being a...

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Are you a master of the monetary realm, a sage of the transaction trade, a virtuoso of the payment process? We're searching for a Solutions Architect who can navigate the labyrinth of payment systems with finesse and flair. Experience in the Banking sector and in...

Senior Software Developer – Western Cape Woodstock

The Software Engineer/Tech Lead will work collaboratively with the Merchant Journey team to drive development of merchant onboarding and dashboard. How you'll be making a difference: Work alongside the team and be a part of the full software development life...

Service Desk Agent – Gauteng Johannesburg

Are you passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and providing technical support? We're seeking a highly motivated and customer-oriented Service Desk Agent to join our dynamic [Email Address Removed] a Service Desk Agent, you'll play a crucial role in...

Financial Data Management Specialist – Eastern Cape East London

Financial Data Management Specialist required for a reputable company based in East London , Eastern Cape Requirements:Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in finance, accounting, or data management roles.Previous debtors / creditors management experience is beneficial...

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