‘A defining opportunity for Africa to leapfrog into the AI era’

The transition from legacy 2G/3G networks to 4G and 5G will act as critical infrastructure for Africa's participation in the AI economy, according to the latest Ericsson Mobility Report: Sub-Saharan Africa, which says AI and uplink-heavy applications are set to...

The growing importance of AI sovereignty

A new global study by the IBM Institute for Business Value finds that as enterprises embed AI deeper into core business operations, most surveyed organisations remain locked into AI systems they cannot easily change - reinforcing the growing importance of AI...

The glue that holds the Sagrada Familia towers together

The construction of the Sagrada Familia’s central towers marks the most complex structural challenge in the basilica’s history. It is also a novel and unexpected use of superglue. An advanced Loctite solution from Henkel has been instrumental in raising the dramatic...

Why don’t cancer medicines work the same for everyone?

By Susanna Ray - Cancer treatment has become more precise over time, as doctors first classified the disease by where it began in the body and, more recently, by the mutations found inside cancer cells to help find the right drugs to treat it. But why can two people...

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....

Could Venezuela crisis act as Bitcoin price catalyst?

The crisis in Venezuela is pushing Bitcoin higher and is likely to serve as a broader price catalyst. The comments from Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group follow Washington’s actions that have sharply intensified political and financial pressure on Caracas, reigniting...

Gaming GPU helps crack a ceramics code

Ceramics - the humble mix of earth, fire and artistry - have been part of a global conversation for millennia. From Tang Dynasty trade routes to Renaissance palaces, from museum vitrines to high-stakes auction floors, they’ve carried culture across borders, evolving...

Counting the real cost of sand and dust storms

Sand and dust storms are exacting an increasing toll on  our health and economies, according to a new report from the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), which underlines the need for continued improvements in monitoring, forecasting and early warnings. The...

Global life-saving surgery crisis impacts 160m people

The University of Cape Town (UCT) is part of an international effort to address a global surgical care crisis that is leaving more than 160-million people without access to life-saving procedures each year. A new study, “Surgical Health Policy 2025–2035: Strengthening...

A call for action beyond 67 minutes on Mandela Day

Mandela Day (18 July) encourages South Africans to spend 67 minutes of their time giving back to their communities, or one minute for each of the 67 years former President Nelson Mandela dedicated to public service and fighting for human rights. One of the ways that...

Global IT spend to hit $5,43trn this year

Worldwide IT spending is expected to total $5,43-trillion in 2025, an increase of 7,9% from 2024, according to the latest forecast by Gartner. “While there is a business pause on net-new spending due to a spike in global uncertainty, the effect is subsumed by ongoing...

AI key to transforming manufacturing operations

As the manufacturing industry undergoes rapid transformation, driven by the green transition, digital innovation, and shifting supply chain dynamics, local businesses must adapt or risk being left behind. In its latest report, “AI in Operations: Revolutionising the...

BETI sees encouraging uptick in June

The BankservAfrica Economic Transactions Index (BETI), measuring the value of all electronic transactions cleared through BankservAfrica on a monthly basis at seasonally adjusted real prices, improved for the second consecutive month in June 2025, indicating a more...

Apple commits $500m to US-made rare earth magnets

Apple has announced a new commitment of $500-million with MP Materials, the only fully integrated rare earth producer in the US, to buy rare earth magnets developed at MP Materials’ flagship Independence facility in Fort Worth, Texas. The two companies will also work...

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SoftwareOne aims for African expansion

Software and cloud solutions provider SoftwareOne has announced the appointment of Makhosini Dlamini as business development executive for South Africa and Africa. Dlamini worked at Microsoft for 11 years, holding positions with involvement in significant projects...

How SMBs can navigate the risk landscape

There's no doubt that digital technologies are a powerful enabler for small and medium businesses (SMBs). By Francois Potgieter, MD of Bi-me (Business Insurance Made Easy) Digital channels and tools have helped SMBs to reduce costs, reach new markets, become more...

Consistent support key in overcoming gender barriers

We hear the phrase "women in tech" quite often in the working world, yet not all women in tech appreciate this phrase. Many feel it is yet another label that entrenches the gap between men and women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics)...

Solve your home energy crisis through a careful, measured approach

With Eskom having upped the ante on load shedding since the recent cold snap that saw snowfall in certain parts of the country, inquiries for alternative energy solutions and installations like solar PV have since shot up again as South Africans look to bring an end...

Absa CIB joins Contour’s production network

Digital trade finance network Contour has announced that Absa Corporate and Investment Bank (CIB) has become the first African bank to officially join its growing production network. Absa CIB's clients will now have access to Contour's digital Letter of Credit (LC),...

Put people at the heart of end user service

Frictionless, convenient, consistent and fast. These are the keywords that define business-to-business (B2B) customer service and, according to PwC, are the route to ensuring that the organisation raises the bar and retains customer loyalty. It is echoed by McKinsey...

Mastercard partners with EMIS to boost Angolan digital economy

Mastercard has entered into a strategic partnership with the Empresa Interbancária de Serviços (EMIS) to roll out a co-branded contactless card with EMV technology to boost the digital economy and accelerate digital transformation in Angola. Also known as the...

The who, why and what of data literacy

In today's digital age, data literacy has become a crucial skill that individuals and organisations need to possess. But what is data literacy? Who needs it, and why is it essential? In this article, we will explore the 3 W's of data literacy: who, why and what. By...

Axiz signs up Veeam Data Management Solutions in East Africa

Axiz has been awarded the East Africa distribution rights for data management solutions provider Veeam. The distribution rights cover several countries, including Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, and Ethiopia. "We have in the past invested time and effort in building...

Data Engineer/Data Scientist – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Our client is looking for a Data Engineer/Data Scientist hybrid role based in JHB Key Requirements 5+ years' experience overall.BSc/ BTechPython - Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, Tensorflow/PyTorchSQL Dialects - T-SQL, PostgreSQL, NoSQLMicrosoft Azure - Data Factory,...

Business Analyst (Mining Value Chain) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Join the Mining Revolution as a Senior Business Analyst!Ready to Rock the Mining Value Chain?Dive into the heart of the mining industry and become a game-changer in our dynamic team! We're on the hunt for a Senior Business Analyst who's passionate about transforming...

Senior Software Developer (CH1174)

Our client is a tech start-up making life better for everyday households in Africa and is looking for a Senior level Software Engineer at their offices in Cape Town, South Africa.As a Senior Software Developer at the company, you will:Build across our tech stacks:...

Android Developer

Our client is looking for an Android Developer based in JHB for a Hybrid role. Key Requirements 5 years' experience.BSc/ BTech/ [URL Removed]KotlinJavaAndroid SDK -Android Studio, Gradle, JetpackUI/UXREST/JSONGoogle Play StoreShould you meet the requirements for this...

Senior Software Developer (CH1174) – Western Cape Cape Town

Our client is a tech start-up making life better for everyday households in Africa and is looking for a Senior level Software Engineer at their offices in Cape Town, South Africa.As a Senior Software Developer at the company, you will:Build across our tech stacks:...

Android Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Our client is looking for an Android Developer based in JHB for a Hybrid role. Key Requirements 5 years' experience.BSc/ BTech/ [URL Removed]KotlinJavaAndroid SDK -Android Studio, Gradle, JetpackUI/UXREST/JSONGoogle Play StoreShould you meet the requirements for this...

Intermediate Java Developer at QE Services

My client based in Bellville is currently looking for an Intermediate Java Developer to join their team on a permanent basis. IT / FINANCE Qualifications & Experience 4-5 years' experience in Java development, preferably with Spring Framework (Spring Integration,...

Business Analyst (Intermediate Level) (CH1147)

Our client, in the Payments and Lending (Credit) industry, has an opening for Business Analysts (Intermediate Level) to join their team.Are you a team player that enjoys working with developers, testers, and stakeholders from the business?Do you appreciate taking the...

Senior Salesforce Software Engineer

Our client is looking for a Senior Salesforce Engineer for a fully remote role. Key Requirements 5 years' experience.BSc/ BTech/ [URL Removed]Lightning Framework: Salesforce LightningLightning Web Components (LWC): Advanced proficiency in JavaScript, HTML, and CSS...

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