IT spend will breach $7trn for the first time in 2027

Worldwide IT spending is expected to reach $7,35-trillion in 2027, up 15% from 2026, according to the latest forecast by Gartner. “Collectively, the market forces are reinforcing spend around AI infrastructure, AI-enabled cloud platforms, and advanced software...

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...

ISPA cries foul on fixed call termination rates

The Internet Service Providers Association (ISPA) has questioned recently-announced aggressive reductions in fixed call termination rates. The industry representative body is also calling for implementation of the planned convergence of mobile and fixed call...

Microsoft pumps up AI investments with $1,5bn into G42

Microsoft has announced a $1,5-billion strategic investment in UAE-based artificial intelligence (AI) technology holding company G42. As part of the partnership, Brad Smith, vice-chair and president of Microsoft, will join the G42 Board of Directors. Building on the...

Covid has devastating effect on childhood cancer treatment

Drastic Covid-19 preventive measures following the onset of the pandemic in Africa as well as the heightened focus by countries' health workforce on curbing the virus hugely disrupted other essential health services across the region. Although routine services are now...

Financial services in the age of the platform economy

Digitisation is driving the convergence of industries across the globe resulting in traditional financial services groups contending with a range of new competitors. The implications could be dire for financial services organisations that are unwilling to adapt their...

Innovation a big budget item, but marketers lack a clear definition

Chief marketing officers (CMOs) see innovation as the path to growth, with marketing innovation now making up more than 20% of overall marketing budgets, according to Gartner. The annual Gartner CMO Spend Survey 2021 showed that 72% of CMOs have increased investments...

US military personnel lost over $822m to scams

US military personnel lost $822,1-million to different types of internet crime between 2017 and 30 June 2021, according to data presented by Atlas VPN. Military members filed more than 836 374 reports of fraud, identity theft, and other consumer concerns with the...

Ford recruits robot drivers to test safety under gruelling conditions

Ford's new Weather Factory has never been busier. Used to simulate a range of extreme conditions under one roof, it has enabled engineers to test vehicles in a way that is less impacted by travel limitations than real-world testing. But so realistic are the simulated...

This is how many companies have been hit by ransomware

More than one third of organisations worldwide have experienced a ransomware attack or breach that blocked access to systems or data in the previous 12 months. And for those that fell victim to ransomware, it is not uncommon to have experienced multiple ransomware...

Fake news doesn’t deter majority from getting the vaccine

South Africans' response to the vaccine rollout has been largely positive, finds a survey by M4Jam. In the follow-up to the company's 2020 survey, 1 000 respondents were asked their opinions, beliefs and concerns about getting vaccinated. Responses were overwhelmingly...

Pandemic exacerbates financial inequality

The Covid-19 pandemic has taken a heavier financial toll on women than it has on men. Even before coronavirus arrived, there was clear evidence of entrenched economic disparity - and the pandemic has widened the gap. According to recent research released from advisory...

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MWEB Business simplifies data backup

The oft-repeated management platitude that people are a business’s most valuable asset is wrong: data is. That’s the view of Kris Desmet, head of Product at MWEB Business who says that while the consequences of lost data can be relatively minor (having to re-input a...

KEMP strengthens load balance offering

KEMP Technologies, a leading price/ performance load balancer and application delivery controller, has announced the availability of its Edge Security Pack (ESP) in its LoadMaster product line of load balancer and application delivery controllers.  The release will...

Fortinet introduces FortiWeb 5 OS

Fortinet, a world leader in high-performance network security introduced the next-generation operating system (OS) for its FortiWeb Web application firewalls product family, providing important new security advancements to protect against increasingly malicious...

Delivering service management as an asset

Quintica, local service management and technology integration specialists, along with its strategic customers recently hosted an ITSM consulting event, showcasing key projects currently underway as well as how the company is assisting customers on their journey to...

Genesys to acquire SoundBite

Genesys, a leading provider of customer engagement and contact centre solutions, has announced it signed a definitive agreement to acquire SoundBite Communications for a price of $5.00 per share. SoundBite delivers cloud-based proactive collections, payments, and...

DiData achieves Symantec specialisation

Dimension Data South Africa has announced that it has achieved Symantec Specialisation in the area of Data Protection with NetBackup. Symantec Data Protection Specialisation recognises technology partners with a proven track record and expertise in Symantec’s...

Outsourcing the data centre

Positioning of the core IT infrastructure and related technology integration, upgrade and deployment to bolster the data centre can have far-reaching consequences for business. Experts in the provision of managed ICT and professional services suggest that outsourcing...

NEC launches MultiSyncP242W

NEC Display Solutions Europe has announced the launch of the MultiSyncP242W desktop display, setting a new benchmark in image quality, colour accuracy and connectivity for demanding professional applications.  The 24-inch 16:10 IPS desktop display with LED backlight...

BlackBerry launches women’s initiative

BlackBerry Global creative director, Alicia Keys, has launched the new BlackBerry Scholars Programme, the first step in its global women’s initiative designed to inspire more women to enter and develop careers in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math...

Switching to alternative telecoms

Gone are the days when South African consumers and corporations had just one option for addressing their telecoms needs. These days, the industry is abuzz with new providers entering the market, rolling out their own infrastructure and offering its services at...

Java Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

We are seeking a highly skilled Java Developer to join an innovative technology team within a leading organization in the automotive industry. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge software solutions that enhance the driving experience and push the...

SAP GRC Project Manager – Western Cape Cape Town CBD

Are you a seasoned SAP GRC professional looking for an exciting opportunity in the heart of Johannesburg? A major player in the IT industry, is seeking a dynamic and skilled SAP GRC Consultant with Project Management experience to join their innovative team. Candidate...

C# Developer and Azure Cloud Specialist – Gauteng Menlyn

Are you a passionate C# Developer with expertise in Azure Cloud? Do you dream of shaping the future of automotive technology? Your journey begins here! Our client is actively seeking a skilled C# Developer and Azure Cloud Specialist to join their dynamic team and...

SAP Authorizations Specialist (Senior) 0943 TT

Build Roles changes / New Roles, Single and Composite.Conduct unit tests, Integration tests and System Integration Security tests.Golive preparation and post Golive support.Incident Management prompt resolution of security and authorisation related issues.Applications...

Backend Developer (Entry) 1621

Large, international Automotive client actively looking for highly competent Backend Developer (Entry) ESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:Java: Java Programming knowledge with Maven as a build toolDatabases: SQL Language using PostgreSQLTesting: Unit Test Frameworks like...

Cloud Database Engineer (Senior) T_2515

Large, international Automotive client actively looking for highly competent Cloud Database Engineer (Senior) Product / Feature Team Information (if applicable):Databases & Cloud Migration FactoryWe are looking for a highly skilled, analytical Cloud Database...

Business Analyst III (3659)

Join our esteemed team at one of Africa's premier banking institutions, located in the vibrant financial district of Sandton. As a Senior Business Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in driving forward our strategic initiatives and ensuring the seamless alignment of...

Senior Business Analyst

"Seeking a visionary Senior Business Analyst to drive financial innovation and strategic growth in our dynamic banking environment.Join us and shape the future of banking today!" Qualifications/Experience Required: Advanced Diplomas/National 1st DegreesIT...

SAP Authorizations Specialist (Senior) 0943 TT – Gauteng Pretoria

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