The opportunities lurking within quantum technologies
Quantum technologies, which encompass quantum computing, quantum sensing, and quantum communications, is currently one of the fastest growing deep-tech industries - but the performance and commercial viability of these cutting-edge technologies are often held back by...
HPE challenges Huawei in campus switch market
Following a successful acquisition, the addition of Juniper’s revenue leaves HPE in a neck-and-neck race with Huawei for second place in the campus switch market, according to a new survey from Dell’Oro Group. “The combined HPE-Juniper entity grew campus switch...
Threat to dissolve SA Tourism board raises governance red flags
According to a recent media report, the Minister of Tourism has allegedly threatened to dissolve the SA Tourism board over what has been described as an unlawful meeting during which it appears to have been resolved that the CEO of the organisation would be suspended...
Nominations open for 2025 IITPSA President’s Awards
The Institute of Information Technology Professionals South Africa (IITPSA) has opened nominations for the 2025 IITPSA President’s Awards which, this year, will celebrate “Excellence in an AI-Driven World”. The IITPSA President’s Awards recognise outstanding...
Women are losing out in Africa’s gig work boom
Platform work – including ride-hailing, food delivery and online freelancing – has been praised as a new avenue for women’s employment in Africa. However, a landmark study spanning five African countries has revealed that while men and women share many of the same...
Older workers rely on Gen Z for AI coaching
Gen Z employees are playing a pivotal role in driving AI adoption across the workforce, coaching older colleagues to help unlock productivity and collaboration gains in hybrid working environments. A new global study from International Workplace Group (IWG), based on...
Brands that don’t prioritise Gen X could be losing out
South Africa’s Gen X is an economic powerhouse accounting for 21,4% of the country’s total spending – and it’s an influential segment that brands can ill-afford to ignore. This is according to research from NielsenIQ (NIQ), in collaboration with World Data Lab (WDL),...
Key African industries dangerously overestimate their cyber defences
There is a distinct mismatch between employer perceptions and employee experience of organisational cybersecurity in some key African industries – with potentially costly consequences, according to a new report from KnowBe4. The report - Africa Human Risk Management...
From romance to recovery: crypto scams targeting SA
New data from Luno reveals that while crypto-related scams affect less than 1% of the platform’s 14-million customers, scams and fraudulent misrepresentation remain the most prevalent forms of fraud in digital currency. Customers are defrauded in various ways. John, a...
Is AI underrated as a travel agent?
Less than a third (23%) of South Africans trust AI to plan trips, but 98% of those that do are satisfied with this experience – and 83% plan to use it in the future, according to a new Kaspersky report. In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has become an...
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Sophos honours top partners
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Supply chain conference will explore the role of AI
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Fintech startup secures $11m funding from Standard Bank
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Obsidian delivers cloud data backup peace of mind with HYCU
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Huawei Digital Power lays out a green vision for Africa
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Applications open for the 2024 AWS Equity Equivalent Investment Program
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How ERP can drive better reporting capabilities
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Promote sustainability across the supply chain
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Software Engineer – Western Cape Oakdale
Job DescriptionResponsibilities:Coding of changes, fixes, integrations and new systems that will run efficiently and securelyBuilding modular and scalable programs that are optimised for re-use, re-engineering and re-developmentMaintaining standards of good practice...
RPA Developer
A reputable client based in Durban North is seeking an experienced RPA Developer to join their growing automation team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing automation solutions that enhance business processes and...
Business Process and Test Analyst
Responsibilities:Business Analysis (45%)Evaluate and analyse information.Evaluate, analyse and document current and future business processes to determine their viability, identify strengths and weaknesses in operations and explore ways IT can improve, enhance, and...
RPA Developer – KwaZulu-Natal Durban Region
A reputable client based in Durban North is seeking an experienced RPA Developer to join their growing automation team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing automation solutions that enhance business processes and...
Business Process and Test Analyst – Western Cape Oakdale
Responsibilities:Business Analysis (45%)Evaluate and analyse information.Evaluate, analyse and document current and future business processes to determine their viability, identify strengths and weaknesses in operations and explore ways IT can improve, enhance, and...
PLC Programmer
Amanzimtoti (Durban) - An established engineering firm specializing in industrial automation and control systems is seeking a skilled PLC Programmer to join their Durban branch. This position is ideal for an experienced professional with a passion for precision,...
Senior Systems Integration Engineer
We're hiring a Senior Systems Integration Engineer in Johannesburg and Cape Town on our client's behalf to deliver end-to-end Java-based system integration projects for key clients. This client-facing role suits a technically skilled software professional with strong...
Mid–Senior .NET Developer
Our client is seeking a Mid–Senior .NET Developer to join its engineering team responsible fordeveloping and scaling a cloud-based identity verification platform serving both private and public sectorclients. The ideal candidate will have strong backend development...
Data Scientist – KwaZulu-Natal Umhlanga
Data Scientist: This is a hands-on contract role where you'll be designing and deploying machine learning models that help us better understand customer behaviour, improve marketing performance, and drive smarter decision making. Key Performance Indicators Designing...
Mid-Level Project Manager
?? We're Hiring: Mid-level Project Manager - 12 month contractAre you a detail-driven leader between the ages of 30-35 years with a knack for keeping projects on track and teams aligned?We're looking for a Mid-Level Project Manager to join our dynamic team and help us...
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