Africa closes the gap as cloud adoption accelerates
Over the past decade, cloud has evolved from a flexible infrastructure backbone to a driver of innovation. And cloud maturity across Africa has accelerated dramatically - most organisations have moved beyond basic adoption to strategic optimisation, closing the gap...
AI investments in telecoms boost networks and automation
AI is accelerating the telecommunications industry’s transformation, becoming the backbone of autonomous networks and AI-native wireless infrastructure. At the same time, the technology is unlocking new business and revenue opportunities, as telecom operators...
AGOA uncertainty exposes fragility of trade flows
A resilient financial infrastructure for emerging markets is of fundamental importance, especially as the renewal of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) remains in doubt, and the impact of tariffs. This is according to James Booth, head of revenue...
CEO for new transmission company appointed
Monde Bala, formerly appointed as interim-CEO of the National Transmission Company South Africa (NTCSA), has been confirmed in the role. Bala has served as group executive for Eskom Distribution since 2019, following a 27-year career at Eskom in various leadership...
New CEO for Microsoft SA
Microsoft has announced that Vukani Mngxati has been appointed as CEO of Microsoft South Africa, effective 1 October 2025. Mngxati has more than 25 years of experience in enterprise modernisation and strategic innovation, having held several leadership positions at...
Hubble captures puzzling galaxy
This NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope image features a galaxy that’s hard to categorise. The galaxy in question is NGC 2775, which lies 67-million light-years away in the constellation Cancer (the Crab). NGC 2775 sports a smooth, featureless centre that is devoid of...
Long-awaited liquidity looms for local tech venture capitalists
Investment analysts Endeavor South Africa has highlighted fintech acquisitions worth billions and rising exit momentum across Africa as a proof point for a maturing ecosystem. The company says a string of high-profile exits in South Africa’s tech and fintech sectors...
Accelerate productivity with AI-powered ‘nudgetech’
HR organisations are under mounting pressure to increase productivity as leaders double-down on generative AI (GenAI) investments – however, productivity gains remain elusive. LJ Justice, research director in the Gartner HR practice, looks at understanding the...
Details on the npm Shai-Hulud worm supply chain attack
Kaspersky Threat Research has conducted an analysis of the Shai-Hulud worm's patient zero package, providing insights into how the self-replicating malware launched its widespread supply chain attack on the npm ecosystem. According to the latest Kaspersky research,...
Finalists for Verto Awards 2025 announced
Financial technology company Verto has announced the list of companies that made it to the final stage of its Verto Awards 2025. Started on 6 February, applications were open to early-stage startups that have been operating for about two years in South Africa,...
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Hoe the new world of work impact business stakeholders
The South African workplace, like many others across the globe, has experienced significant changes in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic. These changes, while transformative and in some cases beneficial, have also brought about their own set of challenges, impacting...
How insurtech unlocks business insights
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Save more at the pump in 2024
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Software developers must protect against GenAI risks
The latest PWC insight shows that a large number of CEOs have embraced the efficiencies that generative AI can bring to their business, with 51% of respondents saying they had already integrated AI into business operations. However, Dewald Mienie, head of architecture...
What to do if someone tries to hack you
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A call to rethink data protection in today’s threat landscape
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How to navigate the cryptocurrency security maze
In an era where the allure of cryptocurrencies captivates the imagination of the global market, the double-edged sword of the decentralised and unregulated nature of these digital assets presents opportunities and significant security challenges for businesses. This...
A fake doctor’s note could cost you your job
It's the law: if you are absent from work for more than two consecutive days, or more than twice within eight weeks, you have to provide a doctor's note to your employer, according to the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA). Some employees, however, think...
Don’t let innovation be a casualty of rapid digital transformation
While there is no doubt that banks around the world fast tracked their digital transformation plans as a result of the pandemic, a report from Accenture posits that the rapid growth in digital services may have negatively affected innovation in the sector. In order to...
AI is driving data centres to the edge
The data centre has become the cornerstone that links our digitally interconnected world. At the same time, the rapid growth and application of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) is shaping the design and operation of data centres. By Ben Selier,...
Business Analyst (Student Information Systems) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:Our client is a well-established and highly regarded South African software development company that develops, supports and consults software solutions for the academic sector. With offices in Jhb and Cape Town, they are progressive with regard to...
Data Analyst Graduate
Well known medical / pharmaceutical company based in Johannesburg North requires a Graduate to join their team for a 12 month learnership programme, starting in January 2026.Required Qualifications/Skills:Completed Degree in Information / Business Systems or...
Project Manager
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB To execute the approved scope by managing the end-to-end process through all project phases. KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREASProject ManagementTo manage financial aspects of projectsTo manage project related risksTo manage project related...
Data Analyst Graduate – Remote Remote
Well known medical / pharmaceutical company based in Johannesburg North requires a Graduate to join their team for a 12 month learnership programme, starting in January 2026.Required Qualifications/Skills:Completed Degree in Information / Business Systems or...
Project Manager – Western Cape Cape Town
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB To execute the approved scope by managing the end-to-end process through all project phases. KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREASProject ManagementTo manage financial aspects of projectsTo manage project related risksTo manage project related...
Network Engineer at Milkor
About the RoleWe're looking for an experienced Network Engineer with a strong background in aviation network systems design and development. This role is ideal for engineers who can architect, implement, and optimise complex networks tailored for aviation operations....
Network Engineer at Milkor – Western Cape Cape Town
About the RoleWe're looking for an experienced Network Engineer with a strong background in aviation network systems design and development. This role is ideal for engineers who can architect, implement, and optimise complex networks tailored for aviation operations....
Software Test Analyst
Our client is seeking a Test Analyst to form part of a project implementation and support team and working directly with the organisation's staff and product vendors to carry out software testing responsibilities. The candidate will play a critical role in ensuring...
Software Test Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Our client is seeking a Test Analyst to form part of a project implementation and support team and working directly with the organisation's staff and product vendors to carry out software testing responsibilities. The candidate will play a critical role in ensuring...
Senior Data Analyst/Telescope Operator
The Senior Data Analyst/Telescope Operator will be part of the science operations team and will lead a team of 4-5 data analysts/operators to support company science operations and development activities during the construction phase and will be responsible for the...
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