How can SA plug the ICT skills gap?

Kathy Gibson reports from the IITPSA Workforce Conference – While South Africa records the highest unemployment rate in the world, there is still a dire shortage of critical IT skills. Presenting the IITPSA IT Skills Survey, Lehlohonolo  Mokenela, MD of Africa...

Is talent debt depleting your institutional knowledge?

Organisations cutting costs through workforce reduction to weather tough conditions may be trading a visible saving for an invisible liability that will cost them far more later, warns Advaita Naidoo, Africa MD at executive search firm Jack Hammer Global. “Globally,...

In 2027, AI could account for 20% of all business tech spend

In the coming year, CIOs and CISOs will face growing pressure to realise returns on their AI investments in infrastructure, security, digital sovereignty, and emerging technologies, according to Forrester’s 2027 technology and security predictions. Additionally, with...

Banks expect to hand decisions to AI – even if they can’t explain them

Banks are racing toward a future where AI no longer merely informs key credit, treasury, and risk decisions – it makes them autonomously. Yet AI governance is not keeping pace with adoption, according to new AI risk research by FT Longitude, SAS and Microsoft. Even as...

Intel launches Intel Core 14th Gen desktop processors

Intel launched the new Intel Core 14th Generation desktop processor family, led by the Intel Core i9-14900K. This latest-generation desktop processor family includes six new unlocked desktop processors at launch, delivering up to 24 cores and 32 threads and up to 6...

GenAI spend to reach $143bn, with 73% CAGR

A new forecast from International Data Corporation (IDC) shows that enterprises will invest nearly $16-billion worldwide on GenAI solutions in 2023. This spending, which includes GenAI software as well as related infrastructure hardware and IT/business services, is...

Growth spurt for PCs, tablets before decline resumes

The first half of 2020 has seen a resurgence in the PC and tablet markets and demand continues to outpace supply. The demand is largely being driven by work from home and at home education needs, although the general lockdowns produced some additional buying for...

Mobile worker numbers set for steady increase

According to a new forecast from International Data Corporation (IDC), the US mobile worker population will grow at a steady rate over the next four years, increasing from 78,5-million in 2020 to 93,5-million mobile workers in 2024. By the end of the forecast period,...

Musk confirms Tesla targeted in ransomware attack

Elon Musk has confirmed that Tesla was the target of a ransomware attack. The attempted attack, believed to be by a Russian hacker, was shut down by the FBI. Describing the attack as "serious", Musk confirmed on Twitter that an employee at a Tesla factory in Nevada...

Lower lockdown levels nudge car sales higher

The new vehicle market displayed government's economic objectives as the country moved into lockdown level two regulations during August. As various initiatives begin contributing to a gentle easing of economic activity and stimulus to various sectors of the South...

UK workers least likely in Europe to have gone back to the office

UK employees are among the least likely in Europe to have returned to the office after government lockdowns, according to an innovative new Return to Work Index from Context. The market intelligence company was intrigued by a recent Morgan Stanley study which revealed...

Red Bull Basement 2020 open for student innovators

Red Bull Basement 2020 is an open call for student innovators in all areas of study to innovate, collaborate and improve student life. The program, expanding to more countries than ever in its third year, encourages student entrepreneurs to take a look at all aspects...

Hearables drive growth in wearables market

The market for wearable devices grew 14,1% during the second quarter of 2020 (2Q20), thanks to strong demand for hearables and continued interest in tracking health metrics during these dire times. While the total market ballooned to 86,2-million units during the...

Greenpeace says new deal would make Africa backslide on plastics

During the Covid-19 pandemic, the American Chemistry Council has lobbied the US government to use a US-Kenya trade deal to expand the plastics industry's footprint across Africa. Documents obtained by Greenpeace's investigative journalism platform Unearthed through...

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Lead Devops Developer (AWS, IaC) – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:HELP build cutting-edge software products for clients across the African continent as your coding expertise & strong leadership is sought to fill the role of a Lead Software Developer of our client, a dynamic EdTech company. You will direct Development...

Scrum Master at Datonomy Solutions – Western Cape Brackenfell

Experience:Degree or Diploma in Information Technology or a related field – (essential).Scrum Master foundation certification (i.e., Certified Scrum Master / Agile Certified Practitioner / Professional Scrum Master) or relevant Scrum Master training - (essential)+3...

Full Stack Developer at RecruiTech – KwaZulu-Natal Springfield

An exciting opportunity to join a well-known software development house. Our client is seeking a talented and experienced Intermediate software developer (Hybrid) to join their team. You will work alongside smart, focused colleagues who design, code and deploy...

Technician Assistant

Job Description: As a Technician Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting our technicians with their daily operations. You will work alongside experienced professionals and assist in various tasks within the decontamination process. Your responsibilities...

Senior Systems administrator at NRF National Research Foundation

Postion Summary: The South African Astronomical Observatory (SAAO) is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Senior Systems Administrator Key Responsibilities: Administer IT Operation in Cape Town campus, as well as support of remote officeStandby support...

Developer C # / ASP.Net

Are values and culture important to you in a company? Are you wanting to grow and learn from other Developers and willing to take action and innovative and have the right attitude?If so, then this role is for you Are you based in Cape Town or Johannesburg? It does not...

Project Manager (SDWAN)

Responsible for ensuring effective delivery of projects within agreed timelines, budgets, scope, agreed outcomes and optimal Customer satisfaction.Minimum Qualifications:Prince 2 / Agile / PMBOK.ITIL Foundation – advantageousKey requirement is experience in deploying...

Senior C# Developer

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...

Technician Assistant – Western Cape Cape Town

Job Description: As a Technician Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting our technicians with their daily operations. You will work alongside experienced professionals and assist in various tasks within the decontamination process. Your responsibilities...

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