Quality lags as AI translation becomes business-critical
AI translation has quietly crossed a threshold inside global organisations. What was once treated as a support function or experimental efficiency tool is now embedded in core business operations, spanning IT, customer support, product, and revenue teams. But a 2026...
xAI gets another $20bn in funding
xAI, Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence (AI) company, has raised $20-billion to fund its bid to train the most intelligent chatbot - $5-billion more than it initially aimed to achieve. This is believed to have pushed the company’s valuation to more than $230-billion....
Prepare now for 2026’s cybersecurity threats
As we approach 2026, the cybersecurity landscape continues to evolve rapidly, presenting both new challenges and opportunities for organisations worldwide. By Greg Strydom, MD of Think Tank Software Solutions Recent data highlights the urgency: 78% of South African...
Single-vendor SASE to dominate the market
According to a recently published forecast report from Dell’Oro Group the global Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) market is forecast to rise to $17-billion by 2029, representing a 12% compound annual growth rate (CAGR). Enterprises continue to invest in branch and...
Don’t underestimate the threat to your organisation
One of the core reasons why businesses remain vulnerable to cyberthreats is that they underestimate their risk or overestimate the strength of their existing defences. According to a recent Kaspersky survey entitled “Cybersecurity in the workplace: Employee knowledge...
Security and resilience key to Power 11
Kathy Gibson reports – One of the best-funded industries in the world is cybercrime. Indeed, it generated revenue of more than $10-trillion last year – close to double what the next-biggest industry (pharmaceuticals) – earned. So it shouldn’t be a surprise that a...
SA channel welcomes IBM’s Power 11
Kathy Gibson reports – IBM’s Power 11 launch is one of the company’s most significant in recent years: the new technology promises to improve customers’ productivity and reduce costs, while paving the road to full artificial intelligence (AI) value. The last couple of...
Strategies for mitigating SA’s talent crisis
South African organisations are navigating a complex and rapidly evolving talent landscape. With global trends reshaping local realities, the battle to attract, engage and retain top talent is intensifying. “Employers must critically assess the effectiveness of their...
Choicejacking can hack your phone in the blink of an eye
Although smartphone and tablet manufacturers have introduced measures to protect users from juice jacking, an attack in which malicious chargers compromise connected mobile devices, cybercriminals have found ways to bypass these safeguards. The recently-emerged method...
EU initiative to boost SADC trade launched
The Southern African Development Community (SADC), in partnership with the European Union (EU), the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO), and the International Trade Centre (ITC), has officially launched the Africa Trade Competitiveness and...
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Shumani opens Cape Town office
Shumani Industrial Equipment has officially launched its Cape Town regional office, under the management of Cray van Staden. "With his deep understanding of the industry, having van Staden onboard will significantly benefit our organisation," comments Shumani MD...
Belva Digital partners with Infobip
Belva Digital, a marketing technology company based in Kenya has expanded and enhanced its product portfolio through its participation in the Infobip Partner Connect Programme, which has enabled it to widen its customer network. While Belva Digital had the...
Navigating cybersecurity challenges in transport and logistics
The African transport and logistics sector is a rapid adopter of industrial automation, embracing technologies such as the internet of things (IoT) and operational technologies (OT) to enhance efficiency. However, cautions Ben de Klerk, Eastern Cape branch manager at...
How to benefit from AI-driven cybersecurity
South Africa leads the rest of Africa when it comes to cybercrime. In 2022, 230-million threats were detected in the country, well exceeding Morocco in second place with 71-million threats. By Steven Kenny, architect and engineering program manager: EMEA at Axis...
The complexity of data sovereignty in a multi-polar world
The importance of data sovereignty and security creates complexity in a world where sharing such information across borders generates huge social and economic benefits, writes Andrew Cruise, MD of Routed. It is clear that in the digital age, data sovereignty is...
Ericsson opens regional 5G Core Excellence Centre
Ericsson has announced the opening of a 5G Core (5GC) Excellence Centre serving the Middle East and Africa region. Through interactive demonstrations and use cases that exemplify the real-world applications of 5G technology, Ericsson will leverage the Excellence...
EcoFlow unveils solar energy solutions
EcoFlow has unveiled three new devices for the Middle East region at Gitex Global, taking place this week at Dubai World Trade Centre. The solutions are EcoFlow RIVER 2 PRO, DELTA 2 and WAVE 2. EcoFlow's RIVER 2 PRO makes grab-and-go power easy through recharging...
How Google Health is using AI in Africa
Every day across Africa, people turn to Google products like Search, YouTube and Fitbit for insights about their health and wellbeing. But many may not know that we have also been researching how AI can help improve healthcare outcomes for people, and how AI can...
Common Bitcoin scams and how to avoid them
As long as new technology is introduced into the world, fraudsters will continue to search for a place to thrive. Unfortunately, Bitcoin gives cryptocurrency scammers an interesting opportunity as it's a borderless digital currency. By Hanness Wessels GM of southern...
When can an employer reject a medical certificate?
A medical certificate produced by an employee to justify a period of absence constitutes hearsay evidence, which employers are entitled to challenge. That challenge shifts the onus to employees to prove indisposition, write Dumisani Ndiweni, partner, and Kgololego...
AI Tester – Gauteng Johannesburg
This is a 12 months contract role which can be extended/renewed as project duration is 5 years. Job Purpose: The AI Tester will be responsible for validating the functionality, performance, and reliability of AI-driven systems and applications. This includes designing...
Full Stack Developer (AngularJava) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Pretoria
We are seeking an experienced Full Stack Developer to join a dynamic IT team with our client who is booming in the automotive space in Gauteng. The role involves developing, maintaining, and operating frontend and backend applications, delivering seamless user...
Software Engineer (Azure, HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
ENVIRONMENT:WRITE well designed, testable, efficient code by using best Software Development practices as the next Software Engineer sought to join the team of a dynamic Digital Transformation Specialist. You will develop systems according to scoping document,...
Full Stack Developer (Chief Expert) 1590
Design, development, and maintenance of the platform.Provide 2nd and 3rd level technical operational support, including standby high priority support on rotation.Develop system solutions in line with quality and delivery requirements.Review code of team members to...
Software Engineer (Azure, HTML, CSS, JavaScript) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:WRITE well designed, testable, efficient code by using best Software Development practices as the next Software Engineer sought to join the team of a dynamic Digital Transformation Specialist. You will develop systems according to scoping document,...
Full Stack Developer (Chief Expert) 1590 – Gauteng Pretoria
Design, development, and maintenance of the platform.Provide 2nd and 3rd level technical operational support, including standby high priority support on rotation.Develop system solutions in line with quality and delivery requirements.Review code of team members to...
Senior Data Scientist at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Are you a data visionary ready to blend cutting-edge machine learning with the fast-paced world of alcohol distribution? Our client — a leader in the industry — is revolutionizing how data powers product recommendations, customer insights, and operational...
Android Developer
Android Developer (Senior Level) I'm assisting my client in finding an experienced Android Developer to join their innovative technology team. In this role, you'll design, develop, and maintain cutting-edge Android applications that form part of a globally recognised...
Senior Data Scientist at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Sandton
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Android Developer – Gauteng Braamfontein
Android Developer (Senior Level) I'm assisting my client in finding an experienced Android Developer to join their innovative technology team. In this role, you'll design, develop, and maintain cutting-edge Android applications that form part of a globally recognised...
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