How leading organisations are making AI work
The World Economic Forum has released a new report revealing successful AI stories that are already delivering measurable performance gains and how pioneering organisations are moving beyond experimentation to achieve impact at scale. As investment accelerates and...
Windows 11 upgrades pushed global PC shipment growth over 9% in 2025
Worldwide PC shipments totaled 71,5-million units in the fourth quarter of 2025, a 9,3% increase from the fourth quarter of 2024, according to preliminary results by Gartner. For the full year, worldwide PC shipments totaled more than 270-million units, a 9,1%...
Your WiFi router is about to start watching you
Imagine this: your WiFi router knows when you've fallen down the stairs, whether you're having trouble breathing, and exactly how many times you've visited the loo today. By Paul Colmer, executive committee member of WAPA It can also detect when your teenager is...
Vodacom Business becomes Google Cloud Premier Partner
Vodacom Business has become a Premier Partner for Google Cloud and Google Workspace in the Sell Engagement Model. “At Vodacom Business, we understand that digital transformation is no longer optional – it’s a business imperative,” says Sabelo Mabena, executive head of...
Young scientists recognised at Eskom Expo Ekurhuleni
Learners participating in the Eskom Expo for Young Scientists Ekurhuleni regional science fair have been awarded for showcasing ingenuity, dedication, and a strong commitment to making a positive impact on their communities and the environment. The regional science...
IRBA and ISACA in digital auditing MoU
The Independent Regulatory Board for Auditors (IRBA) and the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) - South Africa Chapter have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at fostering collaboration between the two organisations. IRBA CEO Imre...
Men’s health has been ‘systematically neglected for decades’
Men across the world are dying younger and experiencing higher rates of illness than women - and it’s time for governments, global health agencies, and funders to act decisively. That’s the message from a new Bulletin of the World Health Organsisation article authored...
Robust July sales for SA’s used cars
The South African used car industry is growing from strength to strength - with the latest July 2025 numbers showing YoY and month-on-month growth, reflecting the continued trend of renewed consumer confidence and a resilient used vehicle market. The top five...
Giant radar antenna reflector in full bloom
Seventeen days after NISAR’s launch from southeastern India, an essential piece of science hardware has unfurled in orbit. Spanning 12 metres, the drum-shaped antenna reflector on the NISAR (NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar) satellite mission from NASA and the...
The quest for quantum AI advantage
The clock is ticking down to the realisation of quantum AI and the sought-after “quantum advantage”, but in many boardrooms, however, quantum remains mysterious: full of promise, but not fully understood. Still, the desire to profit from being first on the scene is...
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Why AI in insurance shouldn’t scare customers
Some call artificial intelligence (AI) the peak of human ingenuity. Although still in its infancy, the successes of AI are mounting. The technology’s ability to automate repetitive processes with intelligence makes it a decidedly disruptive power in many sectors. It...
Tough economic headwinds provide opportunities for customer-centric fintechs
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Video-based learning could transform education
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Motivation, connection can ignite success
Organisations are in business to make money, but people remain central to success and ensuring that the organisation has what it takes to thrive, writes Phumzile Hlatshwayo, executive: human capital at Altron Systems Integration. Organisations want results....
Top concerns for SA internet users and what that means for business
When Vinton Cerf and Bob Kahn first invented the internet communication protocols we use today (back in 1980), I doubt they realised the impact this technology would have on our lives. By Ntai Khojane, regional sales executive for sub-Saharan Africa at Cisco As we...
The soaring impact of cloud ERP
In recent years, the cloud has emerged as an undeniable powerhouse in the enterprise resource planning (ERP) market, with projections indicating a staggering transformation from the current $64,7-billion valuation to an astounding $130-billion by 2027. By Rajnish...
2024 will see AI democratisation, expansion of modern edge, move to zero trust
In 2024, we can expect to see Generative AI move from disruption to optimisation, with the dialogue shifting from theory to practice. Meanwhile the edge platform approach will become more prevalent with companies and ecosystems delivering simpler edge platform-centric...
How to build a more inclusive, skilled workforce
The local technology skills shortage has been well documented over time, with recent statistics underscoring not only a dearth of technical expertise in South Africa, but also a concerning youth unemployment rate. New figures from Statista show a staggering number of...
Technology and data can improve SA healthcare
Technology and data can improve and uplift communities in South Africa especially from a healthcare perspective, writes Steve Bottger, executive: software engineering at Altron Systems Integration. Imagine the potential to pinpoint and react to a cholera outbreak with...
JUNIOR IT SUPPORT TECHNICIAN – BELLVILLE at Competent Candidates – Western Cape Bellville
An established company with national footprint within the financial sector is seeking to hire a highly skilled Junior IT Support Technician to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with strong technical skills to grow their career within...
PROJECT MANAGER at Competent Candidates
An established company within the financial sector is seeking to hire a highly skilled and experienced Project Manager to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for an professional with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to grow their career...
C# .Net Developers – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
The client is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented developer for a remote internship role focused on building new products/features and maintaining a modern web application using the latest .NET and AWS tech stack. Key Requirements C# .Net Core / .Net 9Blazor or...
BI/Reporting Specialist
Our client is seeking a BI/Reporting Specialist based in Johannesburg, with strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and Afrikaans. Key Requirements 6 years' experience.BSc/ BTechSQLT-SQLSSIS/SSRS/SSASPower BIDBA PracticesShould you meet the...
BI/Reporting Specialist – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Our client is seeking a BI/Reporting Specialist based in Johannesburg, with strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and Afrikaans. Key Requirements 6 years' experience.BSc/ BTechSQLT-SQLSSIS/SSRS/SSASPower BIDBA PracticesShould you meet the...
SQL SERVER DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR – 24 MONTHS FIXED-TERM CONTRACT
To plan, manage, administer and secure system databases as well as troubleshoot any database issues affecting system performance and ensure data quality across the databases.JOB DESCRIPTION Managing SQL Server databases.Configuring and maintaining database servers and...
SQL SERVER DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR – 24 MONTHS FIXED-TERM CONTRACT – Gauteng Centurion
To plan, manage, administer and secure system databases as well as troubleshoot any database issues affecting system performance and ensure data quality across the databases.JOB DESCRIPTION Managing SQL Server databases.Configuring and maintaining database servers and...
Senior SQL Developer
Objective of the Role:The purpose of the role is to design, develop, and optimise robust data solutions that enable exceptional customer experiences and operational efficiency. The Senior SQL Developer will work collaboratively across business and technology teams to...
Senior SQL Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg
Objective of the Role:The purpose of the role is to design, develop, and optimise robust data solutions that enable exceptional customer experiences and operational efficiency. The Senior SQL Developer will work collaboratively across business and technology teams to...
Energy Management Systems (EMS) Application Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
We are seeking a highly skilled EMS Application Engineer to administer, optimize, and enhance our Energy Management System (EMS) environment. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with GE PowerOn Reliance (XA21) and/or AEMS Platform Software, along with a...
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