SA must put jobs at the centre of its AI future

South Africans are embracing AI, but turning that appetite into economic opportunity will require trained educators, reliable Internet, affordable access, recognised skills pathways, scaling of existing financing models, and investment in the country’s own languages,...

SA’s data centre boom starts to raise questions

South Africa’s rapidly expanding data centre sector is highlighting a fundamental gap in how the country plans and regulates major digital infrastructure: there is no comprehensive public record of how many facilities are operating, where they are located, or how much...

CFOS play an outsize role as AI scales enterprise-wide

As AI becomes more integrated into enterprise operations and decision-making, chief financial officers (CFOs) are taking on a larger role in shaping enterprise priorities around AI, helping turn strategy into execution, and determining how investments and capital...

In Scotland, NASA scientists search for clues about Mars’ past

This summer, NASA scientists headed to the Scottish Highlands to follow up on last year’s announcement of potential biosignatures on Mars and prepare for future research. The rocks and cliffs of Scotland’s Stoer formation offer a combination difficult to find on...

5G will help realise the enterprise IoT vision

New figures from GSMA Intelligence (GSMAi) show 5G connections are expected to represent more than half (51%) of mobile connections by 2029, rising to 56% by the end of the decade - and making 5G the dominant connectivity technology. 5G has been the fastest mobile...

Internet industry reports back on co-regulation

South Africa's Internet Service Providers' Association (ISPA) has delivered its Industry Representative Body (IRB) annual Code of Conduct Report to the Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies (DCDT), Mondli Gungubele. ISPA remains one of the country's...

Demand for data privacy management stays strong

The data privacy management software market saw soaring growth in 2020 with worldwide revenues up 46,1% year over year. International Data Corporation (IDC) expects this growth to continue over the next several years, driven by the further expansion of data privacy...

New study uncovers the origin of African jackals

New research published in the Zoological Journal of the Linnean Society has found the origin of some of the most emblematic groups of African carnivorous mammals: jackals. The international group of researchers describe a new species of canid (current family that...

Cybercrimes Bill signed into law

The Cybercrimes Bill has been signed by the president. This bill will now be known as the Cybercrimes Act 19 of 2020 (the Cybercrimes Act). By Peter Grealy, Nozipho Mngomezulu, Karl Blom and Wendy Tembedza from Webber Wentzel This development is a welcome move in the...

IITPSA welcomes SARS’ move to AI, urges caution

The Institute of Information Technology Professionals South Africa (IITPSA) has welcomed the plans by the South African Revenue Service to use big data analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) to improve revenue collection and locate tax evaders. IITPSA board member...

24% of SA adults to shop Prime Day 2021

At least 24% of South African adults, or an estimated 9,5-million people, plan to shop this year's Amazon Prime Day sales on 21 June. The 'Finder's Amazon Prime Day Shopping Report', which polled 1 202 South African adults, reveals that 14% plan to buy an Amazon...

MEA PC market to pick up after Q2 dip

The Middle East and Africa (MEA) personal computer (PCD) market, which is made up of desktops, notebooks, workstations and tablets, is expected to decline 2,4% year on year in shipment terms during the second quarter of 2021. According to the latest Worldwide...

Digital solutions sought to revitalise township economy

The Covid-19 crisis and accompanying national lockdown had a dramatic effect on all businesses, but those operating in the township economy were hardest hit, with 67% being unable to operate at all under stricter lockdown levels and 75% reporting a reduction in their...

Slow uptick for vehicle sales

As the country adapts to adjusted Level 2 lockdown regulations, the impacts of the pandemic remain high on the motor industry's agenda. A year ago, retailers were resuming sales under Alert Level 4 and the market mustered 12 874 sales during May 2020. One year later...

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Samsung launches VPP portal

Since its introduction, the Samsung VIP Purchase Programme (VPP) has provided professional organisations with access to an exclusive e-commerce portal that has the latest Samsung products available for purchase. “Samsung is committed to providing consumers with the...

CA Technologies’ predictions for 2013

CA Southern Africa has released CA Technologies’ top five IT predictions for 2013: Big data grows up There will be an emergence of big data administrators, who will play a critical role in using new technologies and processing power to take a cold, hard (and useful)...

Mulisource brings dPMR to SA

Local wireless communication specialist Multisource has heralded in a new era of two-way radio communications, with the introduction of digital private mobile radio (dPMR) Mode 3 to South Africa.  Multisource’s launch of dPMR Mode 3 took place at St George Hotel in...

New PPPM tools from TPG Africa

The local project, program and project portfolio management (PPPM) solutions provider TPG Africa, formerly UMT Consulting SA, has introduced a range of freshly designed specialised enterprise PPPM solutions and services. TPG Africa has also developed a unique and...

BI predictions and trends for 2013

Business intelligence (BI) has come a long way over the last several decades, transforming from a back office process to a technology utilised by every enterprise department, says Johan Jurd, MD of InfoBuild, a representative of InformationBuilders in South Africa. ...

Ericsson, Unitel bring 4G to Angola

Ericsson has announced that it has been selected by Unitel, leading provider of telecommunications services in Angola, as key supplier of its next-generation 4G/LTE network. The agreement covers the deployment of new long term evolution (LTE) sites, Ericsson’s Home...

Flexible SLAs key to success

As outsourcing gains momentum in the IT space, particularly in mission critical areas such as the database, a service level agreement (SLA) is essential in order to govern the type and frequency of services offered and the acceptable level of downtime, says Gerrit-Jan...

Securicom advances firewall solution

Securicom has upgraded its robust Managed Firewall solution with an advanced reporting engine to offer businesses tools for enhanced monitoring, management and insight into the status of the firewall and user behaviour. The solution features an online dashboard which...

Securicom offers Zenprise 7.01

South African companies can now access the very latest mobile device management (MDM) features and tools from the industry leader, Zenprise, through trusted cloud security services provider, Securicom.  The company, which provides the Zencloud that enables South...

Hisense debuts U-LED TV at CES

Hisense has unveiled its highly-anticipated U-LED TV at CES, the world's largest consumer electronics exhibition. Building on the LED display, U-LED achieves unprecedented display effects through software and hardware optimisation, delivering better contrast, wider...

UX/UI Designer – Gauteng Sandton

Our client is currently recruiting for an UX/UI Designer. This role will expose you to a diverse working environment and the opportunity to connect with other individuals in the organization within the banking space. This is a contract vacancy.Location: Hybrid,...

SAP Business Analyst x 2

Job Description:To improve efficiency, reduce waste, identify and implement solutions, meet project deadlines and accurately document the necessary requirements to be done in accordance with local / global strategic planning and standards in compliance to the...

Application Specialist – Ventilation

The client wishes to employ a Ventilation Application Specialist, based in Johannesburg. The successful candidate must be an industry expert in his/her particular area of specialization and has, in addition, a broad knowledge of his/her specialized industry. The role...

Developer (JavaScript & Angular)

ENVIRONMENT:Our client, a leading, cutting-edge health tech software company based in Pretoria, is seeking an exceptional developer with a strong command of various skills. If you excel in 2-3 of the following technologies: JavaScript (including Node.js, [URL Removed]...

Senior Software Developer

Are you a seasoned .NET Developer looking for your next challenge? We're looking for a talented and motivated Senior .NET Developer to join us. As the Senior .NET Developer, you'll play a critical role in designing and developing high-quality software solutions that...

SAP Business Analyst x 2 – Eastern Cape East London

Job Description:To improve efficiency, reduce waste, identify and implement solutions, meet project deadlines and accurately document the necessary requirements to be done in accordance with local / global strategic planning and standards in compliance to the...

Application Specialist – Ventilation – Gauteng Johannesburg

The client wishes to employ a Ventilation Application Specialist, based in Johannesburg. The successful candidate must be an industry expert in his/her particular area of specialization and has, in addition, a broad knowledge of his/her specialized industry. The role...

Developer (JavaScript & Angular) – Gauteng Pretoria

ENVIRONMENT:Our client, a leading, cutting-edge health tech software company based in Pretoria, is seeking an exceptional developer with a strong command of various skills. If you excel in 2-3 of the following technologies: JavaScript (including Node.js, [URL Removed]...

Senior Software Developer – Western Cape Cape Town

Are you a seasoned .NET Developer looking for your next challenge? We're looking for a talented and motivated Senior .NET Developer to join us. As the Senior .NET Developer, you'll play a critical role in designing and developing high-quality software solutions that...

Fullstack Java Developer

Fullstack Java DeveloperGo where initiative is appreciated!R672 000 to R768 000per annumA dynamic and proudly South African company that develops innovative solutions and services to manage critical IT and business environments.An opportunity to join an organization...

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