AI set to drive a net increase in jobs by 2030

AI is expected to drive a net increase of 1,7-million jobs by 2030, according to Gartner, which says AI will create more jobs than it eliminates - generating 10,6-million new jobs, while removing 8,9-million jobs worldwide by 2030. “Organisations most advanced in AI...

A familiar face takes the reins at Tarsus

By Mark Davison - After months of speculation, Alviva Holdings – parent company of Tarsus Distribution – has announced a new, permanent CEO for one of South Africa’s oldest and leading distributors. Thibault Dousson, currently director of Lenovo’s Solution and...

European orbiter detects hints of volcanic activity on Mars

New evidence from gas seeping above volcanic rifts suggests Mars is not geologically dead deep inside, but merely sleeping. Fresh fissures along the Alba Mons region hint at active spots under the surface, where gases from inside the planet may be making their way up...

NASA experiments with drones for planetary landings

NASA successfully demonstrated technology designed to help spacecraft autonomously navigate to safe landing sites on the Moon and on other planets. An Alta-X drone equipped with the agency’s Safe and Precise Landing – Integrated Capabilities Evolution (SPLICE)...

Nominations are open for National Orders

The Presidency has invited all South Africans to submit final nominations for National Orders, to identify people nationally and globally who have served the nation or attained personal achievement in exceptional ways. National Orders are the highest awards that a...

Financial and risk mitigation know-how crucial for businesses

The top two challenges faced by South African small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are cash flow and economic conditions, according to the latest Business Partners SME Index - and this has remained unchanged in the Index for several years. Getting your financial house...

DevConf goes digital

DevConf has decided to change the scheduled conference to a livestreamed event in light of the ban large gatherings. "We took a position last week to prepare for this eventuality, and we're happy to tell you that DevConf will go ahead live streamed to all ticket...

Rand Show postponed

The Rand Show, scheduled to take place from at Nasrec 8 April to 13 April, has been postponed. A new date will be announced later. Craig Newman, CEO Johannesburg Expo Centre and Rand Show director, states: "As one of this country's longest running events, we've been...

Remote working and the threat of cyberattacks

The outbreak of Covid-19 will make remote work the only plausible way for business and government to function. Digitisation can help reduce the risk of exposure to germs, contagious diseases and many other health concerns for many companies, writes Maeson Maherry,...

Interest rate cut: not ‘if’ but ‘how much’

The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) is currently gathered for its bi-monthly meeting (17 to 19 March). By Lullu Krugel chief economist for PwC Strategy&, and Dr Christie Viljoen, PwC Strategy& economist An earlier (emergency)...

MEA smartphone shipments set to decline

As the global Covid-19 outbreak continues to severely impact economies around the world, International Data Corporation (IDC) has revised its forecast for the Middle East and Africa (MEA) smartphone market in 2020 downwards, with shipments now expected to decline...

Facebook keeping SA informed on Covid-19

With several new Covid-19 cases reported in South Africa, Facebook says it has reinforced its commitment in helping to keep people safe and informed locally through local partnerships and updates to its platform. The company says that new efforts will include: ●...

Policy responses to Covid-19: What cards can SA afford to play?

South Africa is in a grip of panic over the impact of the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19). The situation prompted an extraordinary address to the nation by President Cyril Ramaphosa on the evening of March 15. Apart from very real human health concerns, he...

ACSA intensifies fight against Covid-19

In support of President Ramaphosa's declaration of Covid-19 as a national disaster and to safeguard all South Africans, Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has intensified its coordinated response to help mitigate the spread of the virus at all its airports. It says...

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Developer C#

Company description: Capitec Bank is a leading South African retail bank that focuses on essential banking services and provides innovative transacting, savings, insurance and unsecured lending products to individuals. Capitec's mission is to make banking simple and...

DevOps Engineer

The clients team was conceived at the start of 2015. The team was formed to create new digital experiences for customers and has a portfolio of applications that range from native mobile applications for iOS and Android, to web-based portals and applications, to...

Senior DevOps Engineer (JHB/CPT) – Gauteng Johannesburg

ENVIRONMENT:A fast-paced & forward-thinking Digital Advertising Agency urgently seeks your technical expertise as a Senior DevOps Engineer who will play a crucial role in architecting, provisioning, and managing various environments. You will also design,...

Senior Business Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg North

Leading SA Bank requires the skills of an experienced Business Data Analyst.Initial 6 month contract with opportunity for renewalPredominantly remote working, however may be required to come into the office as and when required The intended outcome of this project is...

Developer C# – Western Cape Stellenbosch

Company description: Capitec Bank is a leading South African retail bank that focuses on essential banking services and provides innovative transacting, savings, insurance and unsecured lending products to individuals. Capitec's mission is to make banking simple and...

DevOps Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg

The clients team was conceived at the start of 2015. The team was formed to create new digital experiences for customers and has a portfolio of applications that range from native mobile applications for iOS and Android, to web-based portals and applications, to...

Data Analyst (Wits Ezintsha)

Main purpose of the job:Co-lead the design, oversight, and implementation of clinical research data management activitiesAnalyze clinical research data for purposes of data cleaning and to inform scientific publicationsLocation:Parktown – JohannesburgKey performance...

Software Developer – Guidewire

Software Developer (Guidewire) - Western Cape, Cape Town (Contract)Want to take your career to the next level in Consulting? Our client is on the prowl for their next successor in Guidewire Software Development. As a Software Developer, you'll design and build...

Lead AWS Python Developer

An available role currently exists for a Lead AWS Python Developer. The incumbent will be responsible for building solutions from requirements received from product owner and be able to work in an agile environment.AWS components such as Lambda, SQS , Dynamo DBAWS API...

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