Emirates taps SA tech talent for IT careers
The Emirates Group is inviting interested local IT professionals to attend recruitment information sessions in Johannesburg and Cape Town on 27 and 28 September. More than 200 future-focused tech roles are available, spanning software engineering and technical...
Solar Orbiter traces superfast electrons back to Sun
The European Space Agency-led Solar Orbiter mission has split the flood of energetic particles flung out into space from the Sun into two groups, tracing each back to a different kind of outburst from our star. The Sun is the most energetic particle accelerator in the...
Why microlenders are under the regulatory spotlight
Microlenders face two regulators and one big risk, writes Sameer Kumandan, MD of SearchWorks360. Microlending is the practice of providing small loans to individuals or groups who can’t access traditional financial services. In South Africa, microlenders have become a...
Watch Blue Origin’s all-female flight launch
At 15h30 this afternoon, Blue Origin’s 11th human flight, NS-31, will lift off with an all-female crew – the first in almost 60 years. Watch the launch here. The launch window opens today at 15h30 South African time (08h30 CDT). The mission includes Aisha Bowe, Amanda...
Africans tend to misplace blame for climate change
Across 39 African countries, most of those who have heard of climate change place primary responsibility for addressing it on their government, while a further third saw ordinary citizens as most responsible, and very few placed responsibility on historical emitters....
Massive growth for semiconductor revenue
Worldwide semiconductor revenue totaled $655,9-billion in 2024, up 21% from $542,1-billion in 2023, according to final results by Gartner. Nvidia climbed to the number one position, overtaking Samsung Electronics and Intel for the first time. “The position shift among...
5G IoT to grow at plus-50% CAGR
The global 5G IoT market size is expected to reach $89,42-billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 50,3% from 2025 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The growth can be ascribed to improved dependability, decreased latency, expanded capacity, and...
Cyberattacks ramp up in Africa
Between 2023 and 2024 African businesses were targeted by web threats, on-device threats, and attacks aiming to steal data, including spyware and password stealers. This is according to the latest anonymised data from the Kaspersky Security Network (KSN), which also...
5th Gen AMD Epyc delivers Google Cloud performance
AMD has announced that the new Google Cloud C4D and H4D virtual machines (VMs) are powered by 5th Gen AMD EPYC™ processors. The latest additions to Google Cloud’s general-purpose and HPC-optimised VMs deliver leadership performance, scalability, and efficiency for...
Data centre cooling market set to boom
The global data centre cooling market size is estimated to reach $56,15-billion by 2030, registering to grow at a CAGR of 16,4% from 2025 to 2030 according to a new report by Grand View Research. The market is expected to witness substantial growth on account of the...
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Korea, Africa rally finance, technology for universal energy access
The 7th Korea-Africa Economic Cooperation (KOAFEC) Ministerial Conference opened in Korea's second-largest city, Busan, this week with a strong call for additional resources to help African countries achieve universal access to energy and transform the continent into...
Responsible, ethical AI process automation has its part to play
To some it might feel we're living in an "endless summer" of artificial intelligence (AI), with a new breakthrough announced almost monthly. And, while AI offers important benefits to a myriad of industries, it should also be cautionary tale, with the relevant...
Do backups belong in the cloud or on-premise?
Give a nod to marketers. When it comes to the cloud, they have helped shape how we think of this technology, almost as a magic solution to any server or data hosting scenario. Of course, the cloud often delivers on such claims. In many cases, it does provide a better...
Managing the allure of Azure – without the costs
The pandemic remains a conversation point within the technology sector because of the fundamental impact it had on cloud adoption and digital transformation. Organisations shifted rapidly to the left, taking advantage of solutions that would allow them to remain in...
How to spot a fake website
Phishing, smishing, email scams, dating scams, fraud, hacking--the realm of cybercrime has become more prevalent and sophisticated than ever before. Fake websites, designed to look exactly like the brands they mimic, have become honeypots for unsuspecting people lured...
Physical passports could be held as a digital identity
Air transport industry provider SITA and the Government of Aruba have showcased the successful implementation of verifiable digital credential technology, eliminating the need for passengers to show their physical passport when arriving on the island. Jeremy...
Everything you need to know about mitigating DDoS attacks
As cyberattacks - in particular those of the Distributed Denial of Services (DDoS) variety - continue to rise at an unprecedented rate across Africa, it is no longer a question of 'if' your organisation will be targeted, but rather 'when'. By Bryan Hamman, regional...
AI catalyses growth and innovation for African businesses
In a continent as diverse and dynamic as Africa, businesses are at the forefront of embracing transformative technologies, and artificial intelligence (AI) emerges as a beacon of this innovation. By Yesh Surjoodeen, MD of HP Southern Africa AI offers an avenue for...
Digital transformation with purpose
According to McKinsey, digital transformation in 2023 is the rewiring of the organisation. It is the ability to ceaselessly generate value through the deployment of relevant technologies at scale while enhancing the customer experience and reducing overall company...
Safeguard essential business data against emerging threats
The evolving nature of cyberattacks pose a constant threat to organisations, and staying up-to-date with the latest technology is no longer sufficient to ensure security. By Aslam Tajbhai, solutions architect at DMP South Africa With the emergence of artificial...
Software Developer – Western Cape Cape Town CBD
We're looking for a Software Developer with strong Java (Spring Boot) skills and some exposure to .NET to join our team in Cape Town. You will be involved in developing and maintaining enterprise-grade systems across a variety of domains, working closely with senior...
Senior Data Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
This is a remote position.We are looking for a Senior Data Engineer to lead and deliver complex data solutions using ETL, Azure Synapse, SQL, Stored Procedures, Data Factory, and Spark. This role requires deep technical expertise, leadership in design and...
Technical Project Manager
We're looking for a Technical Project Manager who brings extensive experience in managing complex, multi-phase projects.You'll be responsible for overseeing client onboarding processes that can span several months, requiring meticulous attention to detail and...
Intermediate Data Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
We are seeking an Intermediate Data Engineer with experience in ETL, Azure Synapse, SQL, Stored Procedures, Data Factory, and Spark. The ideal candidate will work closely with Analytics teams to deliver high-quality, reusable data solutions aligned with enterprise...
Technical Project Manager – Gauteng Edenburg
We're looking for a Technical Project Manager who brings extensive experience in managing complex, multi-phase projects.You'll be responsible for overseeing client onboarding processes that can span several months, requiring meticulous attention to detail and...
Intermediate Data Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
We are seeking an Intermediate Data Engineer with experience in ETL, Azure Synapse, SQL, Stored Procedures, Data Factory, and Spark. The ideal candidate will work closely with Analytics teams to deliver high-quality, reusable data solutions aligned with enterprise...
Senior Systems Analyst at Financial Intelligence Centre
The purpose of this job is to analyse, design and enhance systems, in order to obtain optimal results and agreed project delivery level Key Performance areas include: • Understand and familiarise with the project's business requirements • Understand and familiarise...
Technology Support & Systems Specialist
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Full Stack Java Developer 1836
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Senior Systems Analyst at Financial Intelligence Centre – Gauteng Pretoria
The purpose of this job is to analyse, design and enhance systems, in order to obtain optimal results and agreed project delivery level Key Performance areas include: • Understand and familiarise with the project's business requirements • Understand and familiarise...
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