Quantum tech drives better accuracy, security
Quantifying the smallest phenomena or enabling the securest of communications is possible with developments in quantum technologies. IDTechEx's portfolio of Quantum Technologies Research Reports and Subscriptions is home to the latest research into quantum sensors,...
SMEs urged to set realistic growth goals in a weaker economy
In last month’s State of the Nation Address (SONA), President Cyril Ramaphosa stated that South Africa is on the cusp of achieving rapid economic growth. While this would be a welcome development, this is a promise business owners have heard many times before. Despite...
Business leaders believe AI can accelerate climate goals
Business leaders have voiced support for artificial intelligence (AI) as a tool to accelerate, rather than hinder, climate progress. KPMG surveyed than 1 200 senior executives from major companies spanning a variety of industries across 20 countries for the report:...
Consumers are already spending like it’s a recession
Fifty-six percent of consumers are already spending as if the economy is in a recession or making changes to prepare, according to a survey by Gartner. Their active adoption of recessionary behaviours signals a profound shift in consumer attitudes toward money and...
SA young scientists spotlight innovations in Bali
Four young scientists are set to showcase their award-winning innovations at the World Innovative Science Project Olympiad (WISPO) in Bali, Indonesia, from 10 to 13 December 2025. The learners, all Gold medal winners at the Eskom Expo International Science Fair (ISF),...
Call for catalytic action to scale jobs and growth
The G20 Social and Solidarity Economy Summit, an official G20 side event convened by Africa Forward and SAP, brought together government officials, policymakers, private sector leaders, social entrepreneurs, youth networks and partners to chart a new direction:...
Businesses urged to take action as 95% of AI pilot projects fail
A recent MIT report featured in Fortune magazine revealed that 95% of generative-AI pilot projects are failing, resulting in investors pulling back and misrepresenting this as a failure of the technology itself. However, the real failure lies in the way organisations...
Measles vaccine has saved hundreds of thousands of lives
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has underscored the remarkable progress made in the fight against measles over the past 24 years. Since 2000, global measles cases have fallen by 71%, dropping from an estimated 38-million to 11-million in 2024 – with improvements...
NASA Orbiter shines new light on long-running Martian mystery
NASA’s Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO) has revisited and raised new questions about a mysterious feature buried beneath thousands of feet of ice at the Red Planet’s south pole. In a recent study, researchers conclude from data obtained using an innovative radar...
Global IT spend set to surge
The amount of money the business sector pours into IT devices, services, and solutions has exploded over the past five years and continues to rise even after the Covid-19 tech boom. With companies and organisations rushing to upgrade everything from automation and...
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Open payments could be a catalyst for African innovation
Africa has never been a laggard when it comes to finding solutions to its very unique challenges. Briana Marbury, president and CEO of Interledger As anyone living here will tell you, innovation blooms in the harshest environments. An enabling regulatory environment...
SA is likely to stay greylisted in 2025
South Africa is making progress towards tightening lax Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorist Financing (CFT) controls towards the end of exiting the Financial Action Task Force’s (FATF’s) greylist. However, it seems unlikely that the government, banks, and...
Multi-pronged resilience reduces risk
Protecting the organisation from cyber-risk goes beyond the digital walls surrounding it – companies need a multi-pronged approach to ensure resilience and reduce risk, explains Richard Frost, head of consulting at Armata Cyber Security. The International Monetary...
Moyo partners with Dell Technologies on AI in agriculture
Dgital business consultancy Moyo has partnered with Dell Technologies to introduce an autonomous drone that uses AI to detect potato leaf disease. The new solution developed using the Dell AI Factory with Nvidia and Precision AI-ready workstations can support South...
Measuring, monitoring drive better mental healthcare outcomes
In a society where mental health challenges are on the rise, the need to manage mental health and well-being has never been greater. But it’s critical that mental health treatment outcomes be measurable – to ensure that they drive positive improvements in patients’...
Security-focused observability offers peace of mind
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How to keep your kids safe while gaming online
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DCC to distribute Hexnode in SA, SADC
DCC Technologies has been appointed an official distributor for Hexnode, a supplier of Unified Endpoint Management (UEM) technology and enterprise software division of Mitsogo. The partnership will bring Hexnode's UEM solutions to DCC Technologies' channel partners...
Endeavor South Africa secures R190M in first close of Harvest Fund III
Endeavor South Africa marks a milestone with the first close of its R500-million Harvest Fund III, securing R190-million and exceeding its initial R150-million target. The fund aims to catalyse growth in high-potential tech-related companies across the African...
Rising cyberattacks drive the need for better data protection
Recent cyberattacks on various organisations, including South African government departments, are a stark reminder that cybercriminals increasingly target public and private sector organisations. By Modeen Malick, principal systems engineer at Commvault This...
Credit Facilitator (Team Lead)
Career Opportunity: Credit Facilitator (Team Lead) Job Title: Credit Facilitator Location: Johannesburg North (Onsite) Contract Type: Full-time Reports To: Credit Manager Salary: Up to R32,000 CTC (Dependent on experience and qualifications)Are you a seasoned Credit...
SQL Developer
SQL DeveloperBuild and optimise high-performance data systems for large-scale retail and distribution environmentsRemote | Open to candidates outside South Africa | Salary: R45 000 - R55 000 per month About Our ClientOur client is a technology company delivering...
Credit Facilitator (Team Lead) – Gauteng Johannesburg
Career Opportunity: Credit Facilitator (Team Lead) Job Title: Credit Facilitator Location: Johannesburg North (Onsite) Contract Type: Full-time Reports To: Credit Manager Salary: Up to R32,000 CTC (Dependent on experience and qualifications)Are you a seasoned Credit...
SQL Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg
SQL DeveloperBuild and optimise high-performance data systems for large-scale retail and distribution environmentsRemote | Open to candidates outside South Africa | Salary: R45 000 - R55 000 per month About Our ClientOur client is a technology company delivering...
Microsoft Power BI Developer & Support
Microsoft Power BI Developer & Support Join a data-driven team supporting global clients through impactful Power BI development. Remote (South Africa) | R30 000 - R44 000 | UK business hours (Monday to Friday) About Our Client Our client is a specialist data...
Mid-Level Project Manager
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Senior Data Engineer (Databricks)
Purpose:Develop and maintain our data storage platforms and specialised data pipelines to support the company's Technology Operations. Operational Delivery:Development and maintenance of LakeHouse environments.Development of data engineering and data analysis...
Microsoft Power BI Developer & Support – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Microsoft Power BI Developer & Support Join a data-driven team supporting global clients through impactful Power BI development. Remote (South Africa) | R30 000 - R44 000 | UK business hours (Monday to Friday) About Our Client Our client is a specialist data...
Mid-Level Project Manager – Remote Remote
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Senior Data Engineer (Databricks) – Gauteng Randburg
Purpose:Develop and maintain our data storage platforms and specialised data pipelines to support the company's Technology Operations. Operational Delivery:Development and maintenance of LakeHouse environments.Development of data engineering and data analysis...
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