Modernising automation could boost industrial competitiveness
Closed industrial automation systems are quietly eroding competitiveness, costing mid-sized organisations an average of 7,5% of their revenue. This is the headline finding from new Schneider Electric research, “Open versus Closed: The $11.28M Question for Industrial...
AI-powered warehouses drive supply chain productivity, accuracy
Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are no longer experimental tools but core drivers of productivity, accuracy and workforce evolution in the warehouses powering today’s global supply chains. As retailers brace for the annual surge of Black Friday...
Sophos and Phishield debut cybersecurity, insurance partnership
Sophos has entered into an exclusive partnership with Phishield, a specialist cyber insurance provider, where the partnership offers an integrated cyber protection (from Sophos) and insurance solution (from Phishield) to businesses across sub-Saharan Africa. The...
How to deliver growth as executive confidence dips
Executive leaders are tempered in their optimism about economic growth and their own organisation’s top-line growth, with the Gartner Executive Confidence Barometer totaling just49.8 out of 100 in the second quarter of 2025. Chief financial officers (CFOs) have a...
Intel streamlines operations as it sets a new course
Intel aims to reduce its global workforce by about 15% by the end of this year, through workforce reductions and attrition. Lip-Bu Tan, CEO of Intel, says the goal is to end up with about 75 000 employees. A large portion of the workforce reductions have already taken...
What the future holds for batteries, AI, hydrogen
The future of energy could be increasingly streamlined, sustainable, and efficient, with battery developments and the integration of machine learning. Li-ion batteries and hydrogen fuel cells are some of the most promising up-and-coming technologies responsible for...
Smart tech supports wildlife and ecosystems
As we mark World Nature Conservation Day today (28 July), AI is emerging as a powerful enabler of environmental protection. What makes this shift particularly compelling is the crossover between sectors. Technologies originally developed to monitor industrial risks in...
WhatsApp groups can become serious cyber-risk zones
Despite their popularity among employees, informal messaging platforms pose significant risks to organisations’ cybersecurity. The 2025 KnowBe4 Africa Annual Cybersecurity survey found that 93% of African respondents use WhatsApp for work communications, surpassing...
UK unveils Isambard-AI supercomputer
The UK has officially joined the premier league of global AI infrastructure — and it’s not starting small. Isambard-AI, the most powerful supercomputer to be built in the UK, is housed at the Bristol Centre for Supercomputing (BriCS). “And as we press this switch to...
SA student short-listed for $100k prize
Uatshila Munenyiwa, a data science and mechanical engineering student at Stanford University, has been named to the top 50 shortlist for the Chegg.org Global Student Prize 2025, an annual $100 000 award given to one exceptional student who has made a significant...
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Black Swan events and their spatial consequences
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Vertiv supports growing African telecoms industry
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MTN achieves 98% network availability in Free State, Northern Cape
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Why 2024 will be the year of the AI assistant
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AI vs humanity – a battle for identity
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Does Africa need a climate-centric financial architecture?
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Telviva helps with Vodacom Lesotho service offering
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Specialised IT certifications enhance skills for matrics, professionals
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CEOs lack confidence in the ability to minimise cyberattacks
CEOs are fully aware of the threats to their business from cyberattacks. Yet, most lack confidence in their organisation's ability to avert or minimise such attacks. They learn how to be cyber resilient only after their organisation experiences a breach. By Boland...
Senior Salesforce Software Engineer
Our client is looking for a Senior Salesforce Engineer for a fully remote role. Key Requirements 5 years' experience.BSc/ BTech/ [URL Removed]Lightning Framework: Salesforce LightningLightning Web Components (LWC): Advanced proficiency in JavaScript, HTML, and CSS...
Intermediate Java Developer at QE Services – Western Cape Bellville
My client based in Bellville is currently looking for an Intermediate Java Developer to join their team on a permanent basis. IT / FINANCE Qualifications & Experience 4-5 years' experience in Java development, preferably with Spring Framework (Spring Integration,...
Business Analyst (Intermediate Level) (CH1147) – Western Cape Kuils River
Our client, in the Payments and Lending (Credit) industry, has an opening for Business Analysts (Intermediate Level) to join their team.Are you a team player that enjoys working with developers, testers, and stakeholders from the business?Do you appreciate taking the...
Senior Salesforce Software Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Our client is looking for a Senior Salesforce Engineer for a fully remote role. Key Requirements 5 years' experience.BSc/ BTech/ [URL Removed]Lightning Framework: Salesforce LightningLightning Web Components (LWC): Advanced proficiency in JavaScript, HTML, and CSS...
Full Stack Developer
Key Responsibilities & Skills:Deep knowledge of front-end ? integration ? backend abstraction patterns.Ability to interrogate code repositories; "code is our documentation."Strong problem-solving skills and initiative; self-directed but willing to ask...
Full-stack Developer (CH1155)
Our client an Investment Service provider, is looking for a Full Stack Developer to assist with the development and maintenance of our software solution that supports their investment management systems.You'll be part of the development team responsible for:Creating...
Senior Embedded Systems Engineer
Our client is looking for a Senior Embedded Systems Engineer! Key Requirements 5 years' experience.BSc/ BTech/ [URL Removed]RTOSC & C experienceEmbedded FirmwareGITCI/CDShould you meet the requirements for this position, please email your CV to [Email Address...
Full Stack Developer – Gauteng Braamfontein
Key Responsibilities & Skills:Deep knowledge of front-end ? integration ? backend abstraction patterns.Ability to interrogate code repositories; "code is our documentation."Strong problem-solving skills and initiative; self-directed but willing to ask...
Full-stack Developer (CH1155) – Gauteng Arcadia
Our client an Investment Service provider, is looking for a Full Stack Developer to assist with the development and maintenance of our software solution that supports their investment management systems.You'll be part of the development team responsible for:Creating...
Senior Embedded Systems Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Our client is looking for a Senior Embedded Systems Engineer! Key Requirements 5 years' experience.BSc/ BTech/ [URL Removed]RTOSC & C experienceEmbedded FirmwareGITCI/CDShould you meet the requirements for this position, please email your CV to [Email Address...
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