Africa well-positioned to leapfrog into digital trade
Africa is exceptionally well-positioned to leverage DEAs, cloud, the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) agreement and strategic partnerships to leapfrog into a more digital, inclusive trade system. This is among the findings of Standard Chartered’s "Future...
AI uptake and digital wellbeing differs by geography
Generative AI is (GenAI) is moving rapidly from novelty to habit. But adoption rates may not tell the full story. Cisco partnered with the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) on the Digital Well-being Hub to study the relationship between...
African countries not leveraging health taxes
As Africa confronts a mounting public health crisis, a simple yet powerful solution is being left on the table: health taxes. While the continent battles the dual burden of rising noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) and persistent infectious disease burden, most countries...
Applications open for 2025 Bellville Connect Level Up Series
Local SMMEs with ambitions to grow are invited to apply for the 2025 Bellville Connect Level Up Series, ahead of this year's Bellville Business Expo (BBExpo), taking place on 28 and 29 October 2025, at the Tyger Valley Centre Arena. Now in its third year, the Level Up...
Trump opens $9trn retirement market to crypto
US president Donald Trump has signed a landmark executive order that will reshape how millions of Americans build wealth by opening the doors of the country’s $9-trillion retirement market to cryptocurrencies, private equity, and other alternative assets. The order,...
Telkom FutureMakers, Aions empower tech startups
High-potential tech startups supported by Telkom FutureMakers and Aions Creative Technology are gaining the operational support, strategic insight and hands-on mentoring needed to move beyond survival mode and into scalable, investable growth. “This partnership is...
Talos exposes ReVault vulnerabilities
Cisco’s Talos has reported five vulnerabilities to Broadcom and Dell, affecting both the ControlVault3 Firmware and its associated Windows APIs. More than 100 models of Dell Laptops are affected by the vulnerability, which is being dubbed “ReVault”, if left unpatched....
Demand for AI infrastructure boosts IaaS market
The worldwide infrastructure as a service (IaaS) market grew 22,5% in 2024 to $171,8-billion, according to Gartner, with Amazon retaining the number one position, followed by Microsoft, Google, Alibaba, and Huawei. "As enterprises continue to seek greater flexibility,...
You can no longer believe everything you hear …
Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the business landscape in South Africa, unlocking new efficiencies and enhancing customer experiences across sectors. But while much of the focus has been on the benefits, we must not ignore the risks, writes Nic Laschinger,...
Webb finds new evidence for planet around closest solar twin
Astronomers using the NASA/ESA/CSA James Webb Space Telescope have found strong evidence of a giant planet orbiting a star in the stellar system closest to our own Sun. At just 4 light-years away from Earth, the Alpha Centauri triple star system has long been a...
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SAP Africa recognises partners
SAP has announced the winners of its latest SAP Africa Partner Awards. According to Nazia Pillay, head of partner ecosystem at SAP Middle East and Africa: South, the role of partners has become more critical in the wake of changing customer demands and the impact of...
Why retailers should support cash buyers
South African retailers that go completely cashless potentially risk excluding large portions of their customer base. With nine out of 10 transactions in South Africa still made in cash, removing this option limits customer choice in payment methods. That's according...
When to coach and when to mentor
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Decoding financial crime to address an AML emergency
South Africa's financial sector faces an anti-money laundering compliance crisis, with authorities cracking the whip on institutions that fail to meet their obligations to combat financial crime and the country's continued presence on the Financial Action Task Force...
Wider broadband access can help businesses solve recruitment issues
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Integrating GenAI into the cloud
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SA’s digital revolution can transform manufacturing
South Africa's manufacturing sector is experiencing turbulence. Statistics show local manufacturing production increased by 0,7% year-on-year in December 2023, with the largest contribution made by petroleum, chemical, rubber and plastic products (5,3%). By Morten...
A consumer-friendly guide to lithium-ion batteries
Whether you're a tech enthusiast, a curious consumer, or someone keen on the future of energy storage, understanding key concepts relating to lithium-ion batteries is invaluable. SafeQuip, a distributor of fire-related equipment, sheds more light on common terms...
All the winners from the Salesforce 2024 South African Partner Awards
Salesforce has announced the winners of its annual South Africa Partner Awards 2024 across nine categories. Salesforce's partner ecosystem in South Africa continues to grow strongly to support our customers and their increased demand for skills. In 2023, Partner...
Municipal officials can prevent further admin deterioration
It is a tragic reality that many South African municipalities are in disarray. Of the country's 257 local and district administrative areas, 66 are considered dysfunctional. That means more than a quarter of all municipalities are in a state of turmoil. A Department...
Data Analyst – Gauteng Braamfontein
Key Responsibilities:Translate raw data into clear business insights and visualizations.Apply telecommunications/NOC knowledge (fault management, SLA adherence, MTTR).Solve operational problems using quantitative analysis.Automate reporting and streamline data...
Intermediate C# Developer with Kafka experience
Design, develop, and maintain C#/.NET Core microservices.Implement containerisation best practices (Docker images, deployment pipelines).Deploy and manage applications on Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) or on-premise Kubernetes clusters.Collaborate with DevOps teams to...
Snr IT Technician
Description/Synopsis: A leader in the financial services sector is looking for a Snr IT Technician to join their team. The role will oversee the management of IT infrastructure, systems security, and user support across the business. The successful candidate will...
Intermediate C# Developer with Kafka experience – Gauteng Pretoria
Design, develop, and maintain C#/.NET Core microservices.Implement containerisation best practices (Docker images, deployment pipelines).Deploy and manage applications on Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) or on-premise Kubernetes clusters.Collaborate with DevOps teams to...
Snr IT Technician – Western Cape Cape Town
Description/Synopsis: A leader in the financial services sector is looking for a Snr IT Technician to join their team. The role will oversee the management of IT infrastructure, systems security, and user support across the business. The successful candidate will...
Infrastructure Architect
Infrastructure Architecture & PlanningDefine and maintain target-state infrastructure across data centers, cloud, and edge.Lead modernization initiatives (virtualization, hyperconverged systems, containerization).Create blueprints for compute, storage, backup,...
Assistant Technician at TFG (The Foschini Group)
Assist the Technician to maintain all the mechanical and electrical equipment in and aroundthe Distribution Centre (DC) through preventative and corrective maintenance. Assets includefork trucks, conveyors, PLCs, RF scanners, printers, compressors, dock levellers,...
Infrastructure Architect – Gauteng Braamfontein
Infrastructure Architecture & PlanningDefine and maintain target-state infrastructure across data centers, cloud, and edge.Lead modernization initiatives (virtualization, hyperconverged systems, containerization).Create blueprints for compute, storage, backup,...
Assistant Technician at TFG (The Foschini Group) – Gauteng Kempton Park
Assist the Technician to maintain all the mechanical and electrical equipment in and aroundthe Distribution Centre (DC) through preventative and corrective maintenance. Assets includefork trucks, conveyors, PLCs, RF scanners, printers, compressors, dock levellers,...
Support Technician – Umhlanga – Durban at Ntice Search
An ISP specializing in providing INTERNET, VOICE and HOSTING Solutions, is seeking a permanent opportunity for a skilled and experienced Support Technician, based in Umhlanga, Durban.Duties and Responsibilities:Answering support phone calls and emailsManaging a...
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