FNB Connect debuts eco-friendly SIM cards
FNB Connect has introduced eco-friendly SIM cards, made possible by biodegradable SIM card carriers, and recyclable packaging. The new FNB Connect SIM cards use a reduced-plastic design, replacing the traditional full plastic carrier with a paper-based cardboard,...
Mars to Table challenge seeks deep space solutions
Astronauts on extended missions to the surface of Mars and the Moon will require food systems that are completely independent of Earth. To address this, NASA is running the new Deep Space Food Challenge: Mars to Table. This global competition asks participants to...
AI in Africa to top $16,5bn by 2030
Artificial intelligence (AI) – if deployed responsibly and inclusively – can unlock transformative outcomes across Africa’s major industries including agriculture, healthcare, education, energy, and finance, according to Mastercard. The company’s latest white paper -...
OpenAI releases open source models
OpenAI has released two new open-weight AI reasoning models aimed at bringing AI development directly into the hands of developers, enthusiasts, enterprises, startups, and governments everywhere - across every industry and at every scale. The company is releasing...
Customer details compromised in Air France breach
Air France has been the victim of a cyberattack, and some customer details have been compromised. The airline has alerted its loyalty programme members that a fraudster gained limited access to a third-party system that is used by Air France, and some personal data...
Kaspersky partners with rugby players
Kaspersky has kicked off an ambassador campaign in South Africa by teaming up with rugby players Pieter-Steph Du Toit and RG Snyman. Titled Safer Together, the six-month exclusive partnership between Kaspersky and these South African rugby players aims to increase...
iStore celebrates 20 years in SA
This year marks two decades that iStore, South Africa’s dedicated Apple Premium Partner, has been operating in South Africa. “At iStore, we believe that technology should do more than function, that it should enrich lives. For 20 years, our purpose has been to make...
Tax season is open season for scammers
While the tax filing season is a time of economic alignment and fiscal responsibility, it is also a prime opportunity for cybercriminals to exploit unsuspecting taxpayers. With SARS introducing pre-assessments to simplify submissions for taxpayers, fraudsters and...
Network security spend set to double
The worldwide network security spend - including firewall, SSE, traditional SWG appliance, WAF, and ADC segments - is projected to be on a steady upswing through 2029, according to Dell’Oro Group. Total network security revenue spanning physical appliances, software,...
Multi-vendor security adds to experts’ angst
The majority of companies (78%) surveyed in South Africa and in the Middle East, Turkiye, and Africa (META) region rely on multi-vendor ecosystems - despite such fragmented security solutions leading to operational and financial strains, according to research from...
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Three common mistakes in strategy execution – and how to avoid them
Effective project portfolio management (PPM) practices are crucial to survival for organisations faced with an uncertain economic and political climate. So says Leabetswe Bomvana, a South African strategy executive with experience working in large, JSE-listed...
Why the board should push cybersecurity boundaries
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Property sector bets on proptech
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MSSPs a cost-effective way of adding scarce cybersecurity skills
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Capturing the value within customer data
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Modernise communication to improve customer experience
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AI needs a human counterbalance in HR
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The role of banks in creating lasting value for customers
In the ever-changing economic landscape of South Africa, where interest rates have been steadily increasing and inflation levels remain uncertain, the collective sigh of relief when interest rates were not hiked at the end of July was almost audible. Unfortunately,...
Strategic change management key to success in times of turmoil
Over the past few years, change in the workplace has become a constant, requiring organisations to navigate a multitude of internal and external factors that require them to adapt, transform, and stay competitive. However, it has also never been clearer just how badly...
Digital wallets a financial services enabler in Africa
The recent GSMA 2023 State of the Industry Report on Mobile Money highlights how mobile money has become a mainstream financial tool in many African countries. By Juan Seco, chief growth officer and East Africa MD of Mukuru Since 2022, more than 184 million people...
Senior Backend Software Developer
Senior Backend Software DeveloperShape the future of sports technology with cutting-edge backend systemsClaremont, Cape Town | R100,000 - R125,000 p/mAbout Our ClientA pioneering sports technology company is redefining how professional sports leverage data and...
Jira Analyst
Responsibilities:Develop business requirement specifications through well-facilitated discussions and interviews with relevant stakeholders.User support, including troubleshooting errors.Experience in creating workflows and the deployments of workflows.Document...
Senior Backend Software Developer – Western Cape Claremont
Senior Backend Software DeveloperShape the future of sports technology with cutting-edge backend systemsClaremont, Cape Town | R100,000 - R125,000 p/mAbout Our ClientA pioneering sports technology company is redefining how professional sports leverage data and...
Jira Analyst – Gauteng Midrand
Responsibilities:Develop business requirement specifications through well-facilitated discussions and interviews with relevant stakeholders.User support, including troubleshooting errors.Experience in creating workflows and the deployments of workflows.Document...
SharePoint Lead – Architect at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Overview We're seeking a dynamic and experienced SharePoint Architect to lead a hybrid engagement spanning both project-based delivery and managed support services. Acting as the architectural and technical lead, you'll oversee a small, skilled team of 3–5 developers...
Junior Cloud Engineer at Datonomy Solutions
We are seeking a Junior Cloud Engineer to join our team, based in Cape Town, onsite.The Junior Cloud Engineer supports IT in building, operating, and optimising AWS cloud platforms, while also contributing to application development, support, and documentation....
SharePoint Lead – Architect at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Sandton
Overview We're seeking a dynamic and experienced SharePoint Architect to lead a hybrid engagement spanning both project-based delivery and managed support services. Acting as the architectural and technical lead, you'll oversee a small, skilled team of 3–5 developers...
Junior Cloud Engineer at Datonomy Solutions – Western Cape Cape Town
We are seeking a Junior Cloud Engineer to join our team, based in Cape Town, onsite.The Junior Cloud Engineer supports IT in building, operating, and optimising AWS cloud platforms, while also contributing to application development, support, and documentation....
SharePoint Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
We are seeking a highly skilled SharePoint Architect to lead a hybrid engagement comprising both project-based work and managed support services. The role will also include actively leading implementation efforts, working alongside the team to implement components,...
Senior Systems Administrator (JHB)
ENVIRONMENT:BE responsible for administration and maintenance of all company networks, servers, and hardware; as well as ensuring there is robust Cybersecurity and data security protocols in place as the next Senior Systems Administrator wanted by a provider of...
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