Fibre enables the broadband economy
Kathy Gibson reports - The rollout of fast fibre infrastructure is key for countries to reap the economic rewards promised by broadband. Bob Chen, president of Huawei optical business product line, stresses that artificial intelligence (A) is here to stay, driven by...
Lessons to be learned from China
Kathy Gibson reports – When it comes to developing an artificial intelligence (AI) economy from scratch, Africa could learn from countries that have successfully achieved their own transformation. And we don’t have to look much further than China, which has evolved...
SA must act on AI skills now
Generative AI is no longer a future concept or a speculative technology. It is here now, rapidly reshaping industries and rewriting the rules of competitiveness. By Ntsako Baloyi, senior manager in the technology business at Accenture, Africa In South Africa, the...
Turkcell opposes MTN’s ConCourt appeal in bribery case
Turkcell’s wholly owned subsidiary, East Asian Consortium, has filed its opposition to MTN’s application to the Constitutional Court for leave to appeal the recent Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) judgment. The SCA’s judgment affirms the jurisdiction of South African...
Sony opens photography competition
The 19th edition of the Sony World Photography Awards is open for submissions, and free to enter. The Sony World Photography Awards, organised by Creo, is a definitive platform for the celebration and discovery of contemporary photography. Photographers worldwide are...
Call for cross-sector alliances to boost social development
Addressing the growing social development challenges in South Africa demands committed cross-sector collaboration in which corporate social investment (CSI) adopts a strategic rather than charitable intervention approach. Ray-Ann Sedres, head of the Sanlam Foundation,...
Tshwane innovates on meter reading, revenue collection
Kathy Gibson is at Saphila Transcend in Sun City – Collecting revenue from electricity users is vital for the City of Tshwane’s financial health, but outdated and inefficient systems have been playing havoc with its ability to do so efficiently. The city, which serves...
Cookie theft skyrockets … and SA’s on the leaderboard
South Africa has landed a troubling spot on the global leaderboard for leaked cookies, ranking 35th out of 253 countries - with 546-million cookies linked to South African users being found on the dark web, according to new research from NordVPN. Although cookies are...
A solid platform enables innovation
Kathy Gibson is at Saphila Transcend in Sun City - The world around us is evolving faster than ever. In a chaotic and unpredictable environment, and with new technologies emerging almost daily, industries are being reshaped, and customer expectations are shifting....
New report highlights transformative technology convergence
The World Economic Forum (WEF) has released a new report examining how emerging technology combinations are reshaping industries and how business leaders can harness these insights to guide investment, build capabilities, and position ecosystems strategically. It also...
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Huawei, EACO sign MoU for digital participation in East Africa
Huawei and the East African Communication Organisation (EACO) recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at driving up levels of digital participation in the region. The MoU, which was signed by Dr Ally Simba, Executive Secretary, EACO and Yang Hongjie,...
Leverage unified commerce for customer-centric retail success
Understanding the changing consumer journey is paramount in today's ever-evolving retail landscape. Retailers must embrace agile and responsive strategies to meet rising customer expectations and seamlessly navigate a vast array of shopping experiences. This is...
Optimum cloud adoption requires a considered approach
Globally, companies are adopting cloud computing at an unprecedented rate with an aim to achieve scalability, cost savings, agility, availability, and security. While these benefits are tempting, the path to effective cloud migration is fraught with challenges. This...
Why competitive African businesses take data seriously
We generate around 250-billion gigabytes of data daily, equivalent to filling 250-million 1Tb hard drives every 24 hours. And around 90% of the data that exists today was made in the last two years. According to Sithabile Technology Services (STS), this data helps...
Individual digital identity holds potential
The way we perceive business flourishing is undergoing a paradigm shift as digital identity and consumer consent redefine the dynamics of transactions. Shanaaz Trethewey, chief operating officer of Comcorp South Africa, emphasises the pivotal role of individuals'...
Merger creates tech-focused accountancy firm
South African professional services firm Ngubane Johannesburg is to merge with RSM South Africa, a member of a global assurance, tax and consulting services to middle market businesses. The combined business will be called RSM South Africa. With annual billings in...
BDO Digital wins 2023 Microsoft Security Partner of the Year
BDO Digital has been awarded the prestigious 2023 Microsoft Security Partner of the Year. The annual Microsoft Partner of the Year Awards celebrate partners who have demonstrated exceptional innovation and success in delivering solutions based on Microsoft...
Connective collaboration key to African 4IR agenda
It's time to put Africa on the 4IR map and ensure that the continent is not left behind, writes Rebatho Madiba, business development digital platform solutions at BCX. The Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) is described as the new age of economic disruption and...
The zombie company is coming …
The post-Covid rise of the zombie company Zombies are one of the most recognized horror tropes, which has become more popular in the last decade than ever before. However, beyond our screens, zombie companies exist in the business world as well. Despite limping along,...
Reinventing the approach to personal skills to stay relevant and retain staff
The world is evolving at a rapid pace and only those who actively commit to keeping up will be relevant in a few years' time. That may sound alarmist, but it's true. Like a 5000m track event, if someone lets the gap between themselves and the frontrunners grow too...
Senior SQL Developer (JHB) – Gauteng Randburg
ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic Joburg-based Business Process Outsourcer seeks a forward-thinking Senior SQL Developer who sees AI not as a threat but as a powerful productivity enhancer. That leveraging tools like ChatGPT, Claude, or others to automate routine code writing,...
Systems Engineer III – Western Cape Stellenbosch
Our client is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer III to join their Server and Storage - Operations team. This is a senior-level (L3) role responsible for engineering, automating, and optimising hybrid cloud infrastructure. The ideal candidate will bring deep...
Actuarial Business Analyst (Data Science & Machine Learning Focus) (George Onsite) – Western Cape George
ENVIRONMENT:OUR client is redefining how insurance and technology work together and is looking for an experienced Actuarial Business Analyst with a strong focus on leading a team of Data Scientists to design, develop, and implement Machine Learning models. The role...
Senior Business Analyst (CH1160)
Our client, a leading payment aggregator and provider of secure payment solutions, is looking for a Senior Business Analyst to join their growing team.This role supports the development and delivery of innovative payment products by translating business needs into...
Senior Data Analyst
Our client seeks the expertise of a Senior Data Analyst will support credit control initiatives by leveraging data analytics to monitor customer payment behavior, classify debts, and provide actionable insights that improve revenue recovery. Reporting to the Credit...
Database Administrator
Database Administrator Opportunity! Job Summary:Own the day-to-day operation, stability, and optimisation of the organisation's databases - ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and delivering reliable, high-performance data services. Key Performance Areas:...
Senior Business Analyst (CH1160) – Western Cape Stellenbosch
Our client, a leading payment aggregator and provider of secure payment solutions, is looking for a Senior Business Analyst to join their growing team.This role supports the development and delivery of innovative payment products by translating business needs into...
Senior Data Analyst – Gauteng Pretoria
Our client seeks the expertise of a Senior Data Analyst will support credit control initiatives by leveraging data analytics to monitor customer payment behavior, classify debts, and provide actionable insights that improve revenue recovery. Reporting to the Credit...
Database Administrator – Gauteng Centurion
Database Administrator Opportunity! Job Summary:Own the day-to-day operation, stability, and optimisation of the organisation's databases - ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and delivering reliable, high-performance data services. Key Performance Areas:...
Software Tester ( SQA )
SOFTWARE TESTER ( SQA)Leverage your skill and passion for AI in TestingR 416 000 - R 520 000Passionate about innovation, automation, and AI-driven solutions? We're looking for a Software Tester who thrives in a dynamic environment and is eager to shape the future of...
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