Absa uses AI/OCR to transform debt review
Absa has successfully implemented an artificial intelligence (AI) and optical character recognition (OCR) solution within its debt review team, significantly improving the efficiency and accuracy of the debt review process for over-indebted South African consumers....
AI, refresh cycles put new life into network security hardware
Worldwide spending on network security hardware is forecast to exceed $90-billion during 2025 to 2030, according to new report from Dell’Oro Group. Hardware revenue - comprising physical firewall, SWG appliance, WAF and ADC appliance - is projected to achieve a seven...
Employees are the biggest cyber threat – and it will only get worse
South Africa experienced a 46% increase in insider cyber risk in 2026, surpassing the global average of 44%. What’s more, 63% of South African companies surveyed expect insider‑driven data losses to increase as growing numbers of disgruntled employees are resorting to...
Cisco paves the way to a quantum network
Cisco has announced the Cisco Universal Quantum Switch, a working research prototype marking a milestone in quantum networking that addresses one of the most fundamental barriers to building a quantum network. Quantum computers encode information in different ways...
Frontier firms rebuild operating models for the age of AI
Spend time with any software engineering team right now and you’ll see something worth paying attention to, writes Jared Spataro, chief marketing officer: AI at Work at Microsoft. Over the last few years, the way software gets built has moved through four distinct...
The office of 2050 will be very different to today
Neural implants, which link the human brain directly to external devices, are among the top emerging technology global workers expect to see in the workplace by 2050, according to new research by IWG. The study, “IWG’s Work Reimagined: The Office of 2050”, summarises...
Using AI instead of entry-level hiring will cost more later
By 2030, 75% of supply chain organisations that paused hiring for entry-level roles in 2026 will pay premiums upward of 15% for early-career professionals, according to Gartner. “Many organisations are attempting to manage uncertainty today by pausing entry-level...
AI systems security spend: from zero to $8bn
The emerging AI systems security (AISS) market is forecast to grow from essentially zero to nearly $8-billion by 2030 as enterprises move AI applications, models, and agents into production. According to a recently published report from Dell’Oro Group, AISS has moved...
Oracle supports Africa Clinical Research Network
The Africa Clinical Research Network (ACRN) has launched its first clinical trial with Oracle in Africa, which commenced in February 2026. The PROgnostic Testing to Enhance Clinical Triage of Pre-eclampsia in Africa (PROTECT-Africa) trial aims to define, validate, and...
Building blocks for an autonomous supply chain future
Chief supply chain officers (CSCOs) must focus on building autonomous-ready capabilities across operations, intelligence and workforce to prepare their operating models to mitigate ongoing volatility and build future competitive advantage, according to Gartner. “As...
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Applications open for Google for Startups Accelerator
Google has opened applications for the 2025 Google for Startups Accelerator Africa program, a three-month initiative designed to support early-stage startups using artificial intelligence to address Africa's most pressing challenges. Across the continent, startups are...
Vertiv launches SmartRun infrastructure system
Vertiv has launched Vertiv SmartRun, a modular prefabricated overhead infrastructure system designed to integrate high-density power distribution busbar, liquid cooling piping network, hot-aisle containment, and network infrastructure into a single, scalable solution,...
AI helps stop harmful ads before they’re seen
Google has released its 2024 Ads Safety Report, showing how advanced artificial intelligence is transforming the fight against bad ads, scams, and misinformation online. As scams grow more sophisticated — often impersonating public figures or deploying AI-generated...
Unlocking SMB potential with the new Enterprise Act
The news around President Cyril Ramaphosa signing the National Small Enterprise Amendment Bill into law has been widely welcomed, writes Viresh Harduth, vice-president: small segment at Sage Africa & Middle East. This development promises to streamline access to...
Desco partners with ThorTech
Desco Electronic Recyclers has partnered with ThorTech to elevate safety standards and operational efficiency within the electronics recycling industry. The collaboration integrates ThorTech’s suite of radiation protection management programs into Desco’s recycling...
Qlik adds more support for ISVs
Qlik has launched Qlik for ISVs, a new dedicated team and set of capabilities built on Qlik’s end-to-end cloud platform, tailored to the needs of independent software vendors. The offering enables ISVs to build robust strategies for data integration, quality, and...
Shawn Heyns strengthens Kyocera’s tech support
Kyocera Document Solutions South Africa (KDZA) is expanding its support capabilities with a stronger focus on technical excellence, customer-centric solutions, and production product innovation. As part of this drive, the company has appointed Shawn Heyns as product...
New country manager for IWG
IWG has announced the appointment of Carolyn Elliman as the new country manager for South Africa and the southern African region. Elliman has taken on several management roles at IWG since joining the organisation as a centre manager with the South African team....
Atlas Cloud Services chooses IBM’s watsonx for AI innovation
Atlas Cloud Services (ACS), a subsidiary of Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P), is collaborating with IBM and IBM ecosystem partner, Power Maroc (PowerM) to accelerate AI-driven digital transformation in Morocco and the region by equipping businesses with...
How channel partners can build long-term value
In African markets where customer expectations, economic pressures, and infrastructure dynamics vary widely, the channel has always been more than just a route to market and has played a role as a lifeline to transformation. By Gerhard Fourie, channel sales manager...
PostgreSQL Database Developer
Qualifications 10+ years of experience with relational databases, with architect-level experience in PostgreSQL. Proven record designing and operating high-availability, high-performance database solutions. Hands-on experience migrating databases from Oracle, MySQL or...
PostgreSQL Database Developer – KwaZulu-Natal Durban
Qualifications 10+ years of experience with relational databases, with architect-level experience in PostgreSQL. Proven record designing and operating high-availability, high-performance database solutions. Hands-on experience migrating databases from Oracle, MySQL or...
Enterprise Data Architect
Qualifications 18+ years of experience in data, including at least 8 years as an Enterprise Data Architect. Proven expertise in data governance, metadata management and data quality frameworks. Strong understanding of data privacy, data lifecycle management and...
Enterprise Data Architect – Western Cape Cape Town
Qualifications 18+ years of experience in data, including at least 8 years as an Enterprise Data Architect. Proven expertise in data governance, metadata management and data quality frameworks. Strong understanding of data privacy, data lifecycle management and...
Dean of Faculty: Information Technology (IT
We are seeking an exceptional academic leader to take on the role of Dean of Faculty: IT. This is a strategic and executive-level position responsible for driving academic excellence, innovation, and regulatory compliance across the faculty. The successful candidate...
Dean of Faculty: Information Technology (IT – KwaZulu-Natal Durban
We are seeking an exceptional academic leader to take on the role of Dean of Faculty: IT. This is a strategic and executive-level position responsible for driving academic excellence, innovation, and regulatory compliance across the faculty. The successful candidate...
Network and Cisco Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
DescriptionThe Network and Cisco Engineer is responsible for the installation, configuration, support, and maintenance of enterprise network infrastructure across branches and franchise locations. The role ensures stable connectivity, secure communications, and...
Network and Cisco Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
DescriptionThe Network and Cisco Engineer is responsible for the installation, configuration, support, and maintenance of enterprise network infrastructure across branches and franchise locations. The role ensures stable connectivity, secure communications, and...
Network and Cisco Engineer
Scope of ServicesInstallation and support of network infrastructureOverseeing the installation of ISP Circuits at the client branches and franchises.Overseeing the installation of network equipment and cabling at the client branches and franchises.Managing network...
Network and Cisco Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg
Scope of ServicesInstallation and support of network infrastructureOverseeing the installation of ISP Circuits at the client branches and franchises.Overseeing the installation of network equipment and cabling at the client branches and franchises.Managing network...
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