Dell Technologies Forum 2025 showcases the future of AI and innovation
This year’s Dell Technologies Forum South Africa will see organisations tackle AI challenges by getting hands-on with the newest cutting-edge products and services. In addition to discovering tailored use cases designed to help them thrive in today's rapidly evolving...
Malnutrition and pneumonia are major contributors to infant mortality
A University of Cape Town (UCT) study has found that malnutrition and pneumonia are major contributors to under-five mortality, with evidence suggesting the gut microbiome plays an important role in developing these conditions. In his PhD thesis in Paediatrics and...
More passengers for African airlines in April
During April 2025, African airlines experiences a 13,6% year-on-year increase in passenger demand, as capacity increased by 8,9% year-on-year. Across the continent, airlines achieved a 76,3% passenger load factor (a 3,1 pecentrage point increase compared to April...
More threats to software supply chains
Kaspersky reports that, by the end of 2024, a total of 14 000 malicious packages were found in open-source projects, a 48% increase compared to the end of 2023. A total of 42-million versions of open-source packages were examined by Kaspersky during 2024 in search for...
What needs to change to empower MSMEs
With high unemployment remaining one of South Africa’s most urgent challenges, the role of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in scaling job creation and stimulating inclusive economic growth has never been more critical. Yet, as Finfind’s SA MSME Access to...
Study offers guidance to improve access to rabies vaccines
A new study published in the journal Vaccine reveals that improvements in the supply chain and delivery of human rabies vaccines in Tanzania and Kenya could significantly reduce preventable deaths and ensure more efficient use of health budgets. The study was...
Channel veteran Gary Pickford leaves Tarsus
By Mark Davison - After more than 24 years in various roles at the group, Gary Pickford, CEO of Tarsus Distribution, has resigned from the company. Group chief financial officer Emile Burger will take up the reins of the company from Pickford. “It is with a heavy...
SA not progressing in cybersecurity readiness
Kathy Gibson reports - Cybersecurity readiness remains alarmingly low in 2025. Organisations are still struggling with many of the basics, compounded by new complexities introduced by AI and an ongoing skills shortages. This is according to Cisco’s 2025 Cybersecurity...
Tariff shocks, AI disruption strain global growth
The global economic outlook has worsened since the start of the year, as rising economic nationalism and tariff volatility fuel uncertainty and risk stalling long-term decision-making, according to a new World Economic Forum report. The latest Chief Economists...
Most banks are exploring GenAI
Improving operating efficiency is the most common reason banks are considering using generative artificial intelligence (GenAI). Banks are also considering using GenAI to improve customer experience and drive business growth. These are among the key finding from a...
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Obsidian delivers cloud data backup peace of mind with HYCU
With Atlassian Cloud customers only able to export their data once every 48 hours, there is a significant gap to effectively protect and recover their mission-critical data. Obsidian Systems, a Platinum Partner of HYCU in South Africa, says the availability of the...
Huawei Digital Power lays out a green vision for Africa
The shift to green and renewable energy is so important, particularly for Africa. David Bian, director of Huawei Digital Power Sub-Saharan Africa, Smart PV Development Department, outlined why in a presentation to last week's Solar and Storage Live exhibition: "Today,...
Applications open for the 2024 AWS Equity Equivalent Investment Program
Having successfully incubated and developed 27 Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) since 2020, AWS' Equity Equivalent Investment Programme (EEIP) seeks to add another 20 success stories with its 2024 cohort. For SMEs in South Africa, the integration of technology in...
How ERP can drive better reporting capabilities
Business reporting is essential to companies for various reasons. Among the more prominent of these reasons is that it can identify the strengths and weaknesses of an enterprise. Growth of any business can only occur once a sound strategy has been developed by...
Promote sustainability across the supply chain
If any trend signals the next evolutionary stage of business in South Africa and around the world, it's sustainability. By Marcel Bruyns, sales manager for Africa at Axis Communications Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) discussions have become ubiquitous,...
Retail transformation enhances operations, empowers employees
In today's digital world, retailers are looking for more innovative ways of optimising operations, increasing employee efficiency, and enhancing customer experiences. The rapid growth of artificial intelligence (AI) provides them with an invaluable tool to do so...
Businesses urged to prioritise prevention over paying ransoms
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A guide to responsible appliance disposal
E-waste from electrical and electronic appliances and devices is becoming a major problem for South Africa. According to Gauteng's government website, the country produces around 360 000 tons of e-waste every year, with the province accounting for 55% of that volume....
Balancing the potential and risks of Musk’s brain chip
Elon Musk's recent announcement that his company Neuralink has successfully implanted a computer chip into a human brain has sparked excitement in medical circles and raised ethical concerns. While neurotechnology offers potential benefits for individuals who have...
New body aims to prioritise women in the datacentre
As the African datacentre sector emerges as an important global player gender diversity must undoubtedly also keep pace with this growth. Unfortunately, current estimates are not promising; a recent report by the Uptime Institute states that three-quarters of...
Configuration Analyst (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment
About our client: Our client is a global leader in digital marketing and client reporting solutions, empowering financial professionals to enhance data-driven decisions. With operations spanning four continents, they are rapidly expanding their team worldwide. Serving...
Business Analyst at Parvana Recruitment
About the Role: As a Business Analyst, you will play a crucial role in bridging the gap between business needs and technology solutions. You will work closely with stakeholders to understand requirements, analyse processes, and recommend improvements to enhance...
IT Administrator at SNG Grant Thornton
DescriptionJob Purpose:To manage and maintain the organization's IT assets and support procurement processes, including the creation and tracking of purchase orders. The role ensures accurate inventory, compliance with asset policies, and efficient procurement to...
Solutions Architect at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:An international and highly regarded organisation dedicated to "doing good" for society, they are renowned for their ethics, upliftment programs and while their tech environment is leading edge, this organisation is ideal for someone who wants to make...
Software Engineer (Snr) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
This is a remote position. About our client: Headquartered in the USA, our client offers a great remote work opportunity. Embrace work-from-home flexibility and long-term prospects, including overseas opportunities. Benefit from learning from the best in the field at...
Project Manager at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
This is a remote position.About our client:Our client develops and supports software and data solutions across a variety of industries. They want you to get ahead of the market and stay there. They offer a combination of plug and play products that can be integrated...
Full Stack Developer (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:Our client is a global investment advisory firm focusing on long-term value creation through investment strategies. They work with a diverse group of institutional partners and pride themselves on their collaborative, sustainable, inclusive culture...
Data Scientist at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:With a focus on Africa, China, the UK and the US, this global investment firm offers you an opportunity to be involved with a unique approach to responsible investing whilst driving performance and innovation. This client is guided by a philosophy of...
Configuration Analyst (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client: Our client is a global leader in digital marketing and client reporting solutions, empowering financial professionals to enhance data-driven decisions. With operations spanning four continents, they are rapidly expanding their team worldwide. Serving...
Business Analyst at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About the Role: As a Business Analyst, you will play a crucial role in bridging the gap between business needs and technology solutions. You will work closely with stakeholders to understand requirements, analyse processes, and recommend improvements to enhance...
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