OpenAI debuts GPT-5
OpenAI has launched GPT‑5, which the company says features improved performance across coding, math, writing, health, visual perception and more. “It is a unified system that knows when to respond quickly and when to think longer to provide expert-level responses,”...
27four, dtic launch Transformation Fund
Investment manager 27four, the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic) and key partners have announced the Transformation Fund, which aims to serve as a catalytic vehicle to finance black-owned and black-managed enterprises, with a focus on priority...
One in four companies hit by APTs
According to the latest Kaspersky Managed Detection and Response (MDR) analyst report, advanced persistent threats (APTs) have been detected in 25% of companies, accounting for over 43% of all high-severity incidents. This marks a staggering 74% increase compared to...
SASE gains momentum as SD-WAN revenue rebounds
According to a recently published report from Dell’Oro Group, the global Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) market reached $2,6-billion in 4Q 2024, achieving 14% year-over-year (Y/Y) revenue growth. The market showed notable improvement, especially within the SD-WAN...
Google Cloud opens first African region in Joburg
Kathy Gibson reports – In a first for Africa, Google Cloud has launched a Johannesburg region, joining its global network of 40 regions and 121 zones. Solly Malatsi, Minister of Communications and Digital Technology, says the opening of the cloud region is an...
New AI attack vectors a top concern for SA organisations
South African organisations are concerned about the potential for artificial intelligence to be used to launch attacks that are hard to guard against. This is among the findings from Mimecast’s ninth annual State of Human Risk report. Based on the findings of an...
AI reasoning comes closer with new Blackwell Ultra AI factory platform
Nvidia has announced the next evolution of the Nvidia Blackwell AI factory platform, Nvidia Blackwell Ultra — paving the way for the age of AI reasoning. NVIDIA Blackwell Ultra boosts training and test-time scaling inference — the art of applying more compute during...
SA businesses are under cyber attack
South African organisations are reported to have experienced on average security 19 incidents within a year, according to Kaspersky’s latest IT Security Economics report. In 2024, globally, 467 000 malicious files were detected by Kaspersky daily, marking a 14%...
FNB’s nav» hits 5m users
The flagship nav» platform on the FNB banking app has hit 5-million users to date – with 1-million of those joining in the last 12 months alone. Since its launch in 2016, nav» has helped FNB customers smartly manage their finances, assets, wellbeing, and even their...
Pepfar funding freeze could lead to 601 000 HIV-related deaths in SA
Recent research co-authored by Professor Linda-Gail Bekker from the University of Cape Town (UCT) showed that withdrawing the US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) support in South Africa without effectively transitioning to supported services will...
More News Today
JoJo takes water tanks high-tech
South Africa's largest water tank manufacturer, JoJo Tankshas launched a remote water monitoring application - JoJo Monitor. The application is available on the Apple and Android stores. In partnership with a local engineering company, JoJo has spent four years...
Helping teams innovate in a disrupted world
Technology has radically transformed how we work and engage and the rate of change can feel overwhelming. Now, the prospect of an AI-driven future is adding to the anxiety felt by workers at every level. Gadijah Dolan, head of HR at Payfast Despite this, companies...
GIS-enabled weather data analysis, visualisation can transform insurance
Sub-Saharan Africa is particularly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change. In South Africa, we're seeing parts of the country dealing with increasingly severe droughts, while other regions are facing unexpected storms, landslides, and flash floods due to changes...
Negotiating the FinOps paradox
Cloud computing has become increasingly important to the modern business which has made it critical for companies to focus on cost management throughout their cloud adoption approaches and strategies. By Mpho Mathapo, cloud advisory and consulting executive at BCX...
Understanding and addressing technology addiction
Technology addiction can have a long-term negative effect on your brain and overall wellbeing, writes Anna Collard, senior vice-president: content strategy and evangelist at KnowBe4 Africa. Many people associate addiction solely with potentially addictive substances,...
Efficient data protection and archiving transforms data management
In today's fast-paced digital world, the push for cloud adoption, automation, and intelligent solutions has become the norm for businesses across industries. By Kate Mollett, senior director at Commvault - Africa However, amidst this shift, one crucial aspect that...
Meeting capacity challenges in African mobile networks
In recent years, there has been a massive uptick in the data consumption among mobile broadband subscribers in many major African markets, such as Nigeria and Kenya. By Chafic Traboulsi, vice-president and head of networks at Ericsson Middle East and Africa Meeting...
Unlock the power of cloud-native architecture in SA
In the ever-evolving digital landscape, South African businesses must embrace innovative approaches to stay competitive. By Sarthak Rohal, vice-president: IT services at In2IT Technologies Cloud-native architecture, an approach to designing, constructing, and...
Redington collaborates with ASUS in SA
Redington has announced a partnership with ASUS Global, delivering the end-to-end laptop portfolio to the South African channel. Viswanath Pallasena, CEO of Redington Middle East, and Africa, says: "We are pleased to announce our recent collaboration with ASUS for the...
Kyocera sets sights on growth in production print market
The production print industry is poised to undergo remarkable changes in the next five years. While the office and consumer markets have reached a certain level of maturity, the production print sector remains fertile ground for innovation and expansion. By...
Solution Developer
Our client is looking for a Solution Developer's who is focused on technical development and testing of critical enterprise solutions. The Solutions Developer is responsible for implementing and delivering the technical solution as per business requirements, by...
Energy Project Manager – Western Cape Cape Town
Leading consulting engineering firm is looking for a project manager to join their Energy Division and to assist in the offering of project management and project control services to their clients in the Energy sector.Key Responsibilities include:Develop detailed...
Solution Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Our client is looking for a Solution Developer's who is focused on technical development and testing of critical enterprise solutions. The Solutions Developer is responsible for implementing and delivering the technical solution as per business requirements, by...
Robotic & Vision Systems Specialist (Paint Shop) – Production
Well established automotive company based in Kariega are seeking suitably qualified & experienced applicants to fill the Robotic & Vision Specialist position in the Paint Shop - Production (Kariega) Brief Role DescriptionThe Robotics & Vision system...
Project Manager (Manufacturing/Capital Projects)
Location: KwaZulu-Natal, South AfricaIndustry: Manufacturing (Heavy Industry)Employment Type: PermanentWe are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead capital investment projects within a leading manufacturing organisation. The successful candidate will oversee...
Robotic & Vision Systems Specialist (Paint Shop) – Production – Eastern Cape Sidwell
Well established automotive company based in Kariega are seeking suitably qualified & experienced applicants to fill the Robotic & Vision Specialist position in the Paint Shop - Production (Kariega) Brief Role DescriptionThe Robotics & Vision system...
Project Manager (Manufacturing/Capital Projects) – KwaZulu-Natal KwaZulu-Natal
Location: KwaZulu-Natal, South AfricaIndustry: Manufacturing (Heavy Industry)Employment Type: PermanentWe are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead capital investment projects within a leading manufacturing organisation. The successful candidate will oversee...
Senior Database Developer at Financial Intelligence Centre
JOB PURPOSE Design, develop and maintain high performance scalable and secure database solution in order to ensure successful and efficient database solutions meeting the business requirements. KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: • Requirements gathering - through engagement with...
Senior Database Developer at Financial Intelligence Centre – Gauteng Pretoria
JOB PURPOSE Design, develop and maintain high performance scalable and secure database solution in order to ensure successful and efficient database solutions meeting the business requirements. KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: • Requirements gathering - through engagement with...
Cobol Developer
COBOL Knowledge - Understanding of COBOL syntax, structures, and logic to accurately interpret legacy code for conversion. Candidates must demostrate: - COBOL projects on résumé. - Work experience at organizations using COBOL.CCB Experience - Familiarity with Oracle...
View more career listings on our Careers Section