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...

MeerKAT and Webb measure farthest fast radio burst

First discovered in 2007, fast radio bursts are enigmatic, millisecond-long flashes of radio emission from the distant universe. Their origin remains uncertain, particularly since most are seen once and never again. Now, astronomers using NASA’s James Webb Space...

Ampath confirms hack, but disputes theft of 80m patient records

Ampath, one of the country’s biggest pathology labs, has confirmed that it has been the victim of a cyberattack, but has issued a statement clarifying the claim by hackers that “80-million patient records” have been stolen. The company says it has contained the...

Retailers fail to meet shopper needs, expectations

As the retail landscape faces mounting pressure from evolving consumer expectations and economic headwinds, a new global study from the IBM Institute for Business Value, reveals a widening gap between shopper demands and the current retail offering. The third biennial...

Intel delivers high-level compute for mobile, desktop, edge

At CES, Intel announced its full Intel Core 14th Gen mobile and desktop processor lineup, including powerful new HX-series mobile processors and mainstream 65-watt and 35-watt desktop processors. In addition, the company introduced its new Intel Core mobile processor...

How people moved around their cities in 2020

A new report from mobility specialist Moovit, its 2020 Global Public Transport Report, gives a comprehensive breakdown of how people moved around their cities last year, including Covid-19's harsh blow on public and shared transportation usage. The annual report...

Pandemic to boost robotic G2P systems

Through 2023, demand for robotic goods-to-person (G2P) systems will quadruple to help enforce social distancing in warehouses, according to Gartner. With G2P systems, the robots deliver the goods to a person who remains in one place. "Fallout from the Covid-19...

Sasol Solar Challenge put on hold

The 2021 Sasol Solar Challenge (SSC) has been deferred until 2022 due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The decision comes as South Africa and other countries experience a spike in Covid-19 cases, putting Challenge participants at risk. "This was a difficult decision, but the...

WBA releases blueprint for 5G and Wi-Fi 6 convergence

Convergence between Wi-Fi and 5G access technologies is critical for enabling a new breed of services, applications and experiences such as Industry 4.0, AR/VR, connected cities and edge computing, according to the latest report from the Wireless Broadband Alliance...

Warming seas are accelerating Greenland’s glacier retreat

Greenland’s melting glaciers, which plunge into Arctic waters via steep-sided inlets, or fjords, are among the main contributors to global sea level rise in response to climate change. Gaining a better understanding of how warming ocean water affects these glaciers...

Study helps to identify people at high risk of TB

Researchers from the South African Tuberculosis Vaccine Initiative (SATVI) at the University of Cape Town, in collaboration with various partners in their field, have published the results from a study into a blood-based RNA biomarker. The study, which tested...

AfCFTA can boost intra-African trade and build resilience

Global forces are pushing world trade towards deglobalisation, but the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) could help Africa take control of its own destiny. On 1 January 2021, the African Union launched the AfCFTA, the world’s biggest free trade area and...

Investment in upskilling would translate into GDP gains

The rise of automation and digitisation has transformed the world of work – increasing productivity but also creating a major societal problem: the stark mismatch of people with the right skills for available jobs. The Covid-19 pandemic has accelerated and exacerbated...

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Test Analyst Automation

Analyse a process from start to finish. Defining and implementing test plans. Planning and effort estimation for test case execution. Collaborate with other test analysts, developers and stakeholders. Collaborate with external vendors.Minimum Requirements:Degree in IT...

Applications Engineer – Gauteng Isando

Job Description ? Support the sales team in technical steel and or component applications.? The Application Engineer must be able to establish and maintain strong relationships throughout the salescycle.? Become the local "technical expert" for the range of steel...

UI / UX Designer at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

Client Details:Founded in 1990, our privately-owned client, headquartered in Cape Town, South Africa, boasts a global presence with over 500 employees. The diverse workforce includes engineers, software developers, administrative staff, and specialists in various...

Developer (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg

Client Details: Our client is a prominent worldwide supplier of software and service offerings. They collaborate with major corporations across the globe, working together to achieve customer triumph and address their most critical business obstacles, ensuring they...

Developer – C# at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

Client Details:The application developed by our client serves as a comprehensive solution for cryptocurrency traders. Enables efficient monitoring, trading, and portfolio management across exchanges. Focus on derivative and spot trading. Offers direct market access,...

.Net Developer – Team Lead – 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...

Test Analyst Automation – Gauteng Pretoria

Analyse a process from start to finish. Defining and implementing test plans. Planning and effort estimation for test case execution. Collaborate with other test analysts, developers and stakeholders. Collaborate with external vendors.Minimum Requirements:Degree in IT...

Agile Project Manager at Datonomy Solutions

Description:To manage and deliver medium to large projects from commencement to completion within the scope, budget and time agreed in line with the business strategy. The Agile Project Manager will play an active role in providing mentorship and coaching on agile...

Software Engineer (Snr) at Parvana Recruitment

This is a remote position.Client Details:A top international company, with a head office in the US, this organisation is focussed on leading edge problem solving. Proven ability to find solutions to problems is essential combined with a strong academic background. The...

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