SA is turning to AI for learning, work and opportunity
A new report from Google and Ipsos shows that South African users are not only embracing artificial intelligence (AI), but increasingly using it as a practical tool for learning, work and major life decisions. The study, “Our Life with AI: Helpfulness in the hands of...
AI platforms lean towards region-specific infrastructure
By 2027, 35% of countries will be locked into region-specific AI platforms using proprietary contextual data, according to Gartner, which also predicts that platform lock-in will rise from 5% to 35% by 2027. “Countries with digital sovereignty goals are increasing...
Major airlines used in latest email scam
Kaspersky researchers have uncovered a surge in scam emails where attackers impersonate major airlines and airports - including Amsterdam Schiphol, Lufthansa, Emirates Airlines, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and others - to trick businesses into engaging in fraudulent...
Google selects top startups for 2025 GFSA
Whittling down more than 400 applicants, 10 South African startups tackling challenges ranging from healthcare to law and agritech have been selected for the 2025 Google for Startups Accelerator (GFSA) programme. The successful applicants have already started the...
African startups could get R25m in early-stage funding
African founders are invited to apply for exclusive pitch days taking place in Cape Town this November, where a total of R25-million in early-stage capital will be deployed into exceptional startups operating across the continent. Driven by entrepreneur and investor...
Could submarine cable technology be Africa’s Internet future?
When it comes to digital infrastructure in Africa, few things are more pressing than the need for faster, more resilient, and more direct connectivity between the continent's east and west coasts, writes Nic Breytenbach, senior transmission architect at Seacom, and...
Passenger demand buoys airline industry
Airlines are filling more seats as passenger demand for air travel continues on its upward trajectory, according to the lates figures from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) for August. The industry body says highlights from the latest report include:...
Steady growth in global air cargo
Global air cargo markets continue to show resilience, according to the latest data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA), which shows modest, but steady, growth for August Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), rose by 4,1% compared...
Despite Windows 10 end of life, PC refreshes are patchy
PC shipments during the third quarter of 2025 grew 9,4% from the prior year, with global volumes reaching 75,8-million units, according to preliminary results from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Personal Computing Device Tracker. “While...
Agentic AI: supply exceeds demand
The current supply of agentic AI models, platforms and products far exceeds demand, which will result in consolidation and market correction, according to Gartner. Gartner analysts anticipate that agentic AI markets will consolidate in the short term as hype and fear...
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Private 5G will be a gamechanger for automation and industry
Local companies are set to embrace the future of operational efficiency, safety and productivity. Vox has announced their role in the introduction of private 5G into the South African market, amidst a global private 5G network market which is expected to grow in value...
Proptech uses AI to provide a competitive advantage
While the property industry globally has traditionally been a laggard when it comes to the use of technology, focusing more attention on assets such as physical buildings rather than technology, this has rapidly changed. A growing number of businesses are now...
Shorten the disciplinary carousel to benefit employees and employers
The Labour Relations Act (LRA) in South Africa goes to great lengths to provide employees and employers with a structure they can use to address matters around conduct and discipline. By Dumisani Ndiweni, partner at Webber Wentzel However, since the LRA and Commission...
Qlik appoints Tejas Mehta as SVP, GM for Middle East and Africa
Qlik has announced the appointment of Tejas Mehta as senior vice-president and GM: Middle East and Africa. "We are thrilled to welcome Tejas Mehta to the Qlik team," says Gareth Vincent, senior vice-president of sales: EMEA at Qlik. "His leadership and vision will be...
NWK partners with BCX, Q-KON to enhance comms
NWK, South Africa's oldest agricultural company and known for its extensive retail network mainly in the North West in South Africa, has teamed up with BCX and Q-KON to enhance its communication capabilities. In a strategic move aimed at bolstering operational...
Receiving stations ensure access to MTG satellite data
The first of a series of PUMA-2025 receiving stations specifically designed to capture data from the next-generation of Meteosat geostationary satellites has been installed in Nairobi, Kenya. It will ensure that Kenyan meteorologists can use the most accurate and...
Liquid and Globalstar partner to deliver high-speed 5G access
Liquid Intelligent Technologies has announced a strategic partnership with American connectivity innovator Globalstar to deliver advanced 5G connectivity solutions across Africa, the Middle East, and the Gulf. Strive Masiyiwa, founder and chairman of Liquid, says:...
Now UNO is available for in-car gaming
Mattel, AirConsole, and BMW Group have announed that Mattel's classic card game UNO will be revealed this week for in-car gaming at gamescom 2024. "We continue to increase the value of the overall digital experience for our customers," says Stephan Durach, senior...
Arcserve’s Comprehensive Disaster Recovery
Johannesburg, Wednesday 14th August, 2024: According to Arcserve Southern Africa, A well-defined disaster recovery plan is crucial for minimising downtime and ensuring operations are returned to normal, quickly. "Any such plans should also incorporate a data backup...
Harnessing the power of financial skills
As we celebrate South Africa's Women's Month this August, it's a good time to shine a spotlight on an often overlooked aspect of women's empowerment: financial skills development. By Carmen Field, co-founder and director at Finance Studio, a Xero partner In my career...
Senior Back-End Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Pretoria
About the role:We are seeking a Senior Back-End Developer to join our Impact Platform team. The role requires expertise in API and ETL development, AWS cloud technologies, and data-driven programming. You will work on complex projects, develop scalable solutions, and...
Server Engineer at Accolade Consulting – Gauteng Rosslyn
Installation & Configuration: Installing, configuring, and maintaining Windows server operating systems (2012 and up).Virtualization: Expertise in VMware administration, including vSphere, vCenter, ESXi, and Site Recovery Manager (SRM) for disaster recovery.Patch...
Scrum Master at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Calling All Scrum Superheroes – We Need YOU to Level Up Our Agile Game!Hey Agile Rockstar!Yes, YOU – the one who lives for velocity charts, gets goosebumps from a perfectly groomed backlog, and can turn a blocked story into pure team magic. We're on the hunt for a...
Senior Fullstack Developer (Backend Focus Azure, Flutter) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
We are seeking a highly skilled Full Stack Developer with 6 years of professional software development experience. The ideal candidate will be backend-focused with strong Azure cloud expertise, while also being comfortable working with Angular on the front end and...
Scrum Master at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
Calling All Scrum Superheroes – We Need YOU to Level Up Our Agile Game!Hey Agile Rockstar!Yes, YOU – the one who lives for velocity charts, gets goosebumps from a perfectly groomed backlog, and can turn a blocked story into pure team magic. We're on the hunt for a...
Senior Fullstack Developer (Backend Focus Azure, Flutter) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
We are seeking a highly skilled Full Stack Developer with 6 years of professional software development experience. The ideal candidate will be backend-focused with strong Azure cloud expertise, while also being comfortable working with Angular on the front end and...
JDE CNC Tech Lead at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Join Our Team as a JDE CNC Tech Lead!Are you a JD Edwards expert ready to take your career to the next level? We are seeking a highly skilled JDE CNC Tech Lead to drive full-cycle JDE project implementations, upgrades, and migrations. This is your chance to lead...
Junior Java Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
We are seeking a motivated and skilled Intermediate Java Developer to join our growing development team. The ideal candidate will have strong Java development experience, a solid understanding of software development best practices, and the ability to work within...
JDE CNC Tech Lead at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
Join Our Team as a JDE CNC Tech Lead!Are you a JD Edwards expert ready to take your career to the next level? We are seeking a highly skilled JDE CNC Tech Lead to drive full-cycle JDE project implementations, upgrades, and migrations. This is your chance to lead...
Junior Java Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
We are seeking a motivated and skilled Intermediate Java Developer to join our growing development team. The ideal candidate will have strong Java development experience, a solid understanding of software development best practices, and the ability to work within...
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