Cloud AI market size to hit $1 728,4bn by 2033
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Wearables to the fore in health digitalisation
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AI leaders outpace laggards with double revenue growth
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Trust in GenAI surges
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SABC board members ordered to pay R11,5m
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Poorest workers pay the most for data
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These jobs are in demand
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How AGOA expiry will impact African export diversification
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Global manufacturing faces rising cyberthreats
Once overlooked in favour of data-rich industries, today’s manufacturing industry has become one of the most attractive targets for cyberattackers – with factories caught in the crossfire of ransomware economics, geopolitical conflict, and global supply chain...
Shifting crime trends in SA – are you prepared?
The latest Governance, Public Safety and Justice Survey has revealed that despite slightly improved perceptions of safety within South African communities, housebreaking and burglaries remain a key concern. In 2024/2025, an estimated 1,5-million incidents were...
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IT Technician
Job Description: IT TechnicianJob Title: IT Technician Department: IT Reports to: IT Manager Location: Woodstock - Cape RegionJob SummaryThe IT Technician will serve as the first point of contact for all IT-related issues, providing technical support to end users...
IT Technician – Western Cape Cape Town
Job Description: IT TechnicianJob Title: IT Technician Department: IT Reports to: IT Manager Location: Woodstock - Cape RegionJob SummaryThe IT Technician will serve as the first point of contact for all IT-related issues, providing technical support to end users...
DATA ANALYST
Role Summary: The incumbent will support the development and execution of the National Empowerment Fund's strategic objectives, driving innovation within the development finance sector. The role includes conducting research and analysis as well as preparing reports...
DATA ANALYST – Gauteng Sandhurst
Role Summary: The incumbent will support the development and execution of the National Empowerment Fund's strategic objectives, driving innovation within the development finance sector. The role includes conducting research and analysis as well as preparing reports...
Project Manager
Main Purpose of the Role The main purpose of this role is to ensure the efficient and cost-effective delivery of training programs by managing schedules, resources, materials, while also overseeing quality control, budget adherence, compliance, and profitability.Key...
Project Manager – Gauteng Randburg
Main Purpose of the Role The main purpose of this role is to ensure the efficient and cost-effective delivery of training programs by managing schedules, resources, materials, while also overseeing quality control, budget adherence, compliance, and profitability.Key...
Intermediate Software Developer (C#, .Net Core, Angular, SQL) (CPT Onsite)
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Intermediate Software Developer (C#, .Net Core, Angular, SQL) (CPT Onsite) – Western Cape Cape Town
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Intermediate RPA Developer
Key Responsibilities:Process?Analyse business processes and identify opportunities for automation using Microsoft Power Platform tools.?Collaborate with business analysts to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions.?Develop, test, and deploy RPA...
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