The hidden cost of waste in the office
South Africa generates over 125-million tonnes of solid waste annually, with a significant portion ending up in landfills. Inadequate waste management services, especially in rural and informal areas, exacerbate this issue, leading to illegal dumping and environmental...
Brace for the coming workplace revolution
For the past decade it happened slowly, and then over the past two years, all at once: The trend of companies cutting back on staff, and teams getting leaner, has been accelerating as AI quietly infiltrated entire layers of junior and specialist roles that once...
Calls for investigation into cable dumping
South Africa’s key industries including mining, construction, solar and manufacturing are facing an escalating threat from the influx of substandard imported power cables, jeopardising safety, employment and the economic viability of the local cable manufacturing...
How chip research is shaping physical AI
AI and graphics research breakthroughs in neural rendering, 3D generation and world simulation power robotics, autonomous vehicles and content creation. Physical AI — the engine behind modern robotics, self-driving cars and smart spaces — relies on a mix of neural...
Call for better digital rights protection
South Africa should consider tighter legislation similar to a ground-breaking proposal by Denmark to respond to the challenges of Generative AI by ensuring the protection of individual rights and mitigate AI-enabled social engineering. This has become even more...
Turning geography into opportunity: new priorities for landlocked economies
A United Nations summit focused on the future of landlocked developing countries aims to address the persistent barriers these economies face in trade, logistics and investment. UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD), led by Secretary-General Rebeca Grynspan, laid out a...
Legal departments are not realising tech benefits
General counsel (GC) must take three actions to improve legal technology outcomes in their departments, according to Gartner. “GCs and legal leaders often have a poor understanding of what is needed for effective technology implementation and use in their functions,”...
Phishing emails linked to Efimer trojan
Between October 2024 and July 2025, more than 5 000 users - both individuals and organisations - fell victim to the Efimer trojan, according to Kaspersky Network Security. The malware was particularly impactful in Brazil, affecting around 1 500 victims. These attacks...
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...
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Addressing the scourge of cyberbullying
Bullying is a pervasive risk to South African children, resulting in long-lasting emotional and psychological harm. In addition to physical and verbal bullying, a particularly concerning trend is the increased incidences of cyberbullying, also known as social media...
Bridging the digital divide in SA
In the diverse and dynamic landscape of South Africa, the digital divide is a glaring challenge impeding the progress of educational equity and societal advancement. This divide not only separates communities based on their access to technology but also impacts their...
A beginner’s guide to a lucrative coding career
Have you ever thought about the possibility of rewriting your career story, regardless of the decisions you made in your younger years? Many people believe that the choices we make during our teenage years shape our future. It is said that the subjects we choose in...
Bring smart city technology to your business
The concept of smart cities has become more prevalent over the last decade as more cities around the world adopt the Internet of Things (IoT) to increase operational efficiency, share information and improve both infrastructure and the safety and quality of life of...
Are EV charge points a cybersecurity risk?
The growing popularity of electric vehicles (EVs) will increase the number of EV charging stations, making it essential not to underestimate the importance of cybersecurity. William Petherbridge, systems engineering manager for Southern Africa at Fortinet, emphasises...
Your factory roof could soon power your delivery vehicles
South African businesses' large solar installations to overcome load shedding could fuel their road fleets in future. This is according to Justin Coetzee, CEO of GoMetro, who says: "South Africa's installed solar PV capacity increased 349% between March 2022 and June...
Synergy of cloud services and AI advancement key for future development
Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force across industries, reshaping the way we approach complex problems and unlocking new possibilities. At the heart of this revolution lies the seamless integration of cloud services, playing a pivotal...
Emerging financial services opportunities for African telcos
The growing role of telco Africa remains a hotbed of mobile innovation. Telco operators across the continent are stepping in to fill gaps left by lower levels of development in key areas, including banking and financial services. By Robert van Breukelen, chief...
The role of technology in mining safety and environmental protection
Modern mining practices routinely integrate technology into workflows to improve operational efficiencies, write Kate Collier and Garyn Rapson, partners at Webber Wentzel. While competitiveness is a compelling reason for innovation, technology development and the use...
Everything.Insure debuts digital commercial insurance marketplace
Everything.Insure has become what it believes to be the world's first platform to offer a commercial insurance marketplace online, enabling businesses to obtain multiple quotes within minutes and streamlining the process of getting cover. The digital platform caters...
Scrum Master at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
As a Senior Scrum Master, you'll lead agile teams to deliver high-value product increments, drive scrum adoption, and continuously improve team performance.RequirementsKey Responsibilities Lead and coach multiple scrum teams, ensuring alignment with agile principles....
Workday HCM Analyst at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
Join the HR Tech Revolution as a Workday HCM Analyst!Ready to shake up the world of People Technology?At SATIC's HR Systems Practice, we're not just about fixing tickets—we're about partnering with clients to solve big business challenges and supercharge their HR Tech...
Senior Developer
Full Stack Developer - Digital SolutionsRevolutionize industries with cutting-edge technology!R 600 000 - R 750 000 per annumJoin a leading technology firm dedicated to empowering businesses in the digital age. This is an ideal opportunity to harness your expertise in...
Full-Stack PHP Developer
The company is looking for an experienced full-stack PHP developer to design, develop, and maintain web applications using Laravel or similar frameworks. The ideal candidate should be proficient in both backend and frontend development, capable of handling databases,...
Senior Developer – Gauteng Midrand
Full Stack Developer - Digital SolutionsRevolutionize industries with cutting-edge technology!R 600 000 - R 750 000 per annumJoin a leading technology firm dedicated to empowering businesses in the digital age. This is an ideal opportunity to harness your expertise in...
Full-Stack PHP Developer – Gauteng Primrose
The company is looking for an experienced full-stack PHP developer to design, develop, and maintain web applications using Laravel or similar frameworks. The ideal candidate should be proficient in both backend and frontend development, capable of handling databases,...
Enterprise Security Architect
The role is required to assist in the development of a security architecture capability that will continue to mature to address the complex security problems in systems, people and processes including those that emerge in digital business transformation. It...
Data Engineer at Datonomy Solutions
We are seeking a Data Engineer, with retail experience to join our team based in Cape Town. Initial 12-month contract, onsite.Key Responsibilities:Design, implement and maintain robust ETL/ELT data pipelines that constitute the data platform, enabling effective use of...
Enterprise Security Architect – Gauteng Johannesburg
The role is required to assist in the development of a security architecture capability that will continue to mature to address the complex security problems in systems, people and processes including those that emerge in digital business transformation. It...
Data Engineer at Datonomy Solutions – Western Cape Cape Town
We are seeking a Data Engineer, with retail experience to join our team based in Cape Town. Initial 12-month contract, onsite.Key Responsibilities:Design, implement and maintain robust ETL/ELT data pipelines that constitute the data platform, enabling effective use of...
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