EMEA data centres ‘not fit for purpose’ as AI and energy pressures collide
Data centre design must evolve to future-proof businesses across EMEA, new research by Lenovo reveals. From powering AI workloads efficiently to meeting urgent sustainability and compliance demands, traditional data centre designs are falling short - with nearly half...
Local demand for cash remains resilient
Despite tracking slightly lower than in previous years, cash remains important for the South African economy, according to the inaugural PayInc Cash Index. “Although levels are 3,7% lower than a year ago and cash supply has eased, PayInc’s reporting metrics indicate...
Take-home pay slows again in April
The average nominal take-home pay in April 2025 recorded a second consecutive month of moderation, according to the BankservAfrica Take-home Pay Index (BTPI), which reflects data from approximately 3,8-million salary earners. With economic headwinds mounting and...
Technology critical for African agriculture’s future
Technology - particularly artificial intelligence (AI) – plays a critical role in enhancing agricultural productivity and reducing poverty across the continent. This is one of the findings from a white paper highlighting the trends shaping the agricultural landscape...
AI, IoT drive smart agriculture growth
The global smart agriculture market size is estimated to reach $54,71-billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 13,9% from 2025 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The major factors driving the growth of the agtech industry are the increasing use...
Africans’ loyalty to local brands drops
The 15th annual Brand Africa 100 | Africa’s Best Brands reveals a stark disconnect between rising African optimism and declining brand loyalty. While 68% of Africans express belief in Africa, up from 64% in 2024, only 11% of the Top 100 most admired brands are African...
Cancer centre pushes research boundaries with AI
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, a specialist cancer center, has announced a pioneering partnership with NTT Data and CARPL.ai, a enterprise imaging artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning operations (MLOps) platform. Together, they have designed and...
Check Point to acquire Veriti
AI-fueled attacks and hyperconnected IT environments have made threat exposure one of the most urgent cybersecurity challenges facing enterprises today. In response, Check Point Software Technologies has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Veriti...
Explainable AI market set to hit $21,06bn
The global explainable AI market size is anticipated to reach $21,06-billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 18% from 2025 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. Explainable AI refers to the development of artificial intelligence (AI) systems that...
AFSUG introduces masterclasses, collaboration forum at Saphila 2025
The African SAP User Group (AFSUG) will add technical masterclasses at this year’s Saphila 2025, taking place from 1 to 3 June 2025 at Sun City. In a first for the event, which is set to be AFSUG’s largest ever, the masterclasses will offer delegates high-value,...
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Seamless data movement and storage across platforms
As more organisations across the Middle East and Africa region embrace a multi-cloud strategy, they are realising the benefits that come with having multiple cloud service providers, which includes agility, fast response times and the option to leverage the best...
The evolution of mobile payments
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Could virtual agents have helped to prevent Bester saga?
If you've spent any time on LinkedIn or attended business conferences lately, you're probably familiar with the phrase, "data is the new oil". Meant to signify how valuable data can be, it's now passed into the realm of cliche. By Ryan Falkenberg, co-CEO of Clevva But...
Prioritise energy efficiency to achieve business continuity
We are halfway through 2023 and South Africa has experienced nearly as many hours of load shedding as it did in the full year of 2022. By Jo-Anne Arends , product manager at Nashua Load shedding up to Level 6 is a daily occurrence, putting businesses and households in...
How to automate recruitment processes
Most human resources (HR) professionals choose this career because they're passionate about people leadership and business strategy. Yet many HR professionals spend more time and energy on routine admin and manual processes than they'd like to and less on strategic...
Cisco demos AI-first security cloud
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Salesforce recognises SA partners
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Huawei launches Young Women in Tech programme
The Huawei ICT Academy is set to highlight Huawei's ethos of diversity and inclusion by supporting Youth Month and expanding its successful Women in Tech initiative with a focus on young women. Called the Huawei Young Woman in Tech programme, the course is taking...
Advanced food processing tech makes food industry more sustainable
Food goes to waste at every stage in the food manufacturing and distribution process – from farming and production to packaging, storage, distribution, retail and finally, once it reaches consumers. According to the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United...
Quality college education unlocks opportunities for youth
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Back End Developer – 2576 – Gauteng Pretoria
Back End Developer ESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:Back End: Java Springboot Framework Experience, API design, Custom extensionFront End: HTML, CSS, Velocity,XMLDatabases: Oracle and PostgreSQLTesting: Unit Test Frameworks like JunitDocker: Knowledge how to build and...
Database Administrator – Gauteng Centurion
A well-established business is seeking to appoint a Database AdministratorTo conduct day-to-day database operation of the organization's and its compliant with relevant regulations, and optimizing it for better performance.EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:A relevant...
BUSINESS REPORTING ANALYST – Western Cape Milnerton
Implement the statistical reporting processTimeous presentation of reports to relevant stakeholders.Investigate and perform business analysis, determine business system requirements.Design and document innovative business solutions using information technology (Power...
Tester (Mainframe Modernisation Program)
Role OverviewAn organisation in the financial services industry is seeking a Test Analyst (contract - Intermediate to Senior) to support modernisation projects (Mainframe to Open Systems) with a preferred start date of 01 October 2025.Key ResponsibilitiesManual...
Solar Project Manager
Are you passionate about renewable energy and experienced in delivering solar projects from concept to completion? We're looking for a highly skilled and motivated Solar Project Manager to join a growing team and play a key role in the clean energy transition.About...
IT Support Engineer – On site (Education Sector)
Senior IT Support Engineer – On-Site (Education Sector) position available in Sandton - available to start immediatelyCandidate must me available immediately for contract.Key Responsibilities:Deliver daily on-site IT support across the school campus.Manage and...
Tester (Mainframe Modernisation Program) – Remote Remote
Role OverviewAn organisation in the financial services industry is seeking a Test Analyst (contract - Intermediate to Senior) to support modernisation projects (Mainframe to Open Systems) with a preferred start date of 01 October 2025.Key ResponsibilitiesManual...
Solar Project Manager – Gauteng Johannesburg North
Are you passionate about renewable energy and experienced in delivering solar projects from concept to completion? We're looking for a highly skilled and motivated Solar Project Manager to join a growing team and play a key role in the clean energy transition.About...
IT Support Engineer – On site (Education Sector) – Remote Remote
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Technical Architect at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Are you a forward-thinking Technical Architect with a passion for designing and implementing innovative technology solutions? This role offers the chance to work on large-scale, complex systems within a highly skilled team, where you'll drive architecture,...
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