Africa is open for business
Kathy Gibson reports from the AI Everything Summit in Nairobi – Africa is open for business – and it is an increasingly attractive investment destination. This is the word from Ambassador Philip Thigo, special envoy on technology in the office of the president, Kenya,...
Africa must scale the right AI to unlock growth
Organisations across Africa are demonstrating strong intent in adopting artificial intelligence (AI) but are falling behind global leaders in translating that ambition into measurable returns. PwC’s latest AI performance research shows widespread experimentation, yet...
User numbers increase, but Internet disparities deepen
The world's online population grew by more than 240-million people in 2025, according to the new Facts and Figures 2025 report from the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). The new estimates confirm continuing progress in expanding digital connectivity, while...
Autonomous planning set to supply chains
Autonomous planning has passed the Peak of Inflated Expectations and is emerging as one of the most impactful trends in supply chain planning (SCP), according to Gartner. “Autonomous planning has the potential to reshape how supply chain leaders approach...
Insurance scams to watch out for …
A recent InfoQuest survey found that 57% of South Africans have been targeted by scams in the past year, indicative of an increasingly sophisticated “scam economy” – and while fraudsters one focused primarily on banking and e-commerce, insurance scams have become a...
‘Just say goodbye’ to scam artists
In recognition of International Fraud Awareness Week (16 to 22 November), the Southern African Fraud Prevention Service (SAFPS) has launched the “Just Say Goodbye” campaign aimed at helping South Africans recognise and respond to increasingly sophisticated...
SA travel and tourism on the road to recovery
South Africa's travel and tourism sector is in a strong recovery phase in 2025 - marked by a record-setting number of jobs and growing domestic spending, according to the Tourism Trends in South Africa 2025 report. While the sector's total economic contribution is...
Pesticide exposure affects children’s cognitive performance
Children living in agricultural areas may experience reduced cognitive performance due to exposure to various pesticides in their daily lives. This is according to a new study conducted by scientists at the Centre for Environmental and Occupational Health Research in...
Jeff Bezos in new AI startup venture
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has thrown his weight behind Project Prometheus, a startup that aims to develop artificial intelligence (AI) to engineer and computers, cars and spacecraft. He will serve as co-CEO of the venture, alongside physicist and chemist Vik Bajaj,...
AI training initiative launched for African SMEs
AI and digital trade skills are being made available to 7 500 SMEs on the continent through the AfCFTA Digital Inclusion & Entrepreneurship Programme. The new, free training initiative is a collaboration between Google and the African Continental Free Trade Area...
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Simple cyber security measures for SMBs to ensure a safer digital landscape
Navigating the ever-evolving world of cyber security can be overwhelming for small and mid-size businesses (SMBs). A recent study by Sage underscores this sentiment, with 43% of SMBs admitting that deciphering the right security measures feels like wading through...
What can businesses expect in 2024?
Ask most South Africans what they expect in 2024, and you’ll get comments about Eskom, elections and tightening budgets. But what are tech business owners expecting in 2024? Here are some predictions for the coming year? The US economy will continue to affect...
AI and the world of work in 2024
Our collective professional lives are set for a fundamental shake-up in the year ahead as the unprecedented impact of artificial intelligence (AI) is felt across job functions and in every industry. By Genevieve Koolen, human resources director at SAP Africa Does the...
What is data encryption?
Keeping information from unauthorised eyes is a practice as old as recording information. Regents would add their seal into wax to stop snoops from reading orders. Warring nations spend great expense and effort to break the codes of their opponents. And in the modern...
Telco sector policy wins and losses for 2023
From a policy perspective, 2023 started with a lot of hope and ambition in the telecommunications sector, writes Nic Laschinger, chief technology officer of Euphoria Telecom. Following the Independent Communication Authority of South Africa (ICASA)’s successful...
Unshackle fleet operations with agile vehicle subscriptions
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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
At this time of the year there is usually a flurry of articles attempting to lay out trends to look out for in various industries over the coming months. This is a good exercise as it gets one thinking about industries broadly and technology specifically, writes Andy...
Video-based learning could transform education
Fuelled by digital technology and connectivity, video-based learning has emerged as a transformative force reshaping education and training to transcend the boundaries of traditional learning methods and offering a host of advantages for individuals and organisations...
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....
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We're looking for a Senior Full Stack Developer (Strong Intermediate who wants to move into a Senior role) who combines strong hands-on development skills. You'll help shape architecture, guide technology choices, mentor developers, and work closely with clients to...
Scrum Master LW – Gauteng Pretoria
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For the past 29 years our client has been innovating and delivering solutions to the Proptech and Fintech sectors within South Africa. Their solutions enable businesses to effectively and compliantly onboard customers whilst mitigating their risk of processing...
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