Local language models key for AI inclusivity
Kathy Gibson reports - The true value of artificial intelligence (AI) in Africa could lie in the ability to develop local language models that allow people across the continent to access services in their mother tongue. Ben Cheick Haidara, deputy-CEO and chief...
The spectre of AARTO still looms
Not unexpectedly, the rollout of the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (AARTO) Act has been postponed to 1 July 2026 due to the inadequate state of readiness of several municipalities that are part of the initial implementation phase. The Department...
High court rules on Novus/Mustek offer
The high court has set aside a ruling by the Takeover Regulation Panel (TRP) that withdrew approval for Novus’s mandatory offer to acquire Mustek shares. Novus announced in November 2024 that it would make a Firm Intention Announcement (FIA) to Mustek shareholders to...
Kubernetes complexity drives demand for enhanced observability
As Kubernetes deployments become more complex, enterprises are intensifying their search for streamlined observability tools to support application modernisation efforts. The growing volume of containerised workloads is driving up demand for greater visibility across...
Practical implications of VAT reversal
The decision by finance minister Enoch Godongwana’s to reverse the planned 0,5% VAT rate increase, initially set to take effect on 1 May 2025, has significant practical implications for VAT vendors and consumers. As the administrator of all national government tax...
Huawei celebrates women leaders
Huawei hosted a celebration for young women and future leaders in ICT at the Huawei Campus in Johannesburg. The event was held in support of the International Telecommunications Union’s (ITU) global campaign for International Girls in ICT Day 2025 and the UN Women's...
Project Kuiper launches first LEO satellites
United Launch Alliance (UlA) has successfully launched 27 Kuiper satellites into low Earth orbit as it begins a full-scale deployment of Amazon's Project Kuiper satellite Internet network. The mission, named “KA-01” for Kuiper Atlas 1, launched on a ULA Atlas V rocket...
Digital payments continue steep growth trajectory
The global digital payment market size is anticipated to reach $361,3-billion by 2030, expanding at a CAGR of 21,4% from 2025 to 2030, according to a new report published by Grand View Research. The market’s growth can be attributed to the increasing number of...
NASA engineering sparks battery innovation
Battery technology that has powered the International Space Station, the Hubble Space Telescope, and numerous satellites is now storing energy on Earth, enabling intermittent renewable energy sources to provide steady power. These extremely durable batteries were made...
Oracle Cloud rolls out Nvidia Blackwell GPUs
Oracle has optimised its first wave of liquid-cooled Nvidia GB200 NVL72 racks in its data centres. Thousands of Nvidia Blackwell GPUs are now being deployed and ready for customer use on Nvidia DGX Cloud and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) to develop and run...
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A glimpse at global e-commerce trends for 2023
It is no secret that over the past few years, the e-commerce industry has been constantly and rapidly evolving, with Covid-19 playing a significant role. By Sue Azari, e-commerce lead at AppsFlyer Many retailers have experienced highs as a result of the pandemic, with...
How to talk to customers who are on a budget
You don't have to be an economist to notice that inflation is biting at the moment. In fact, you've probably felt it yourself, noticing how, every month, a little more of your salary goes into things like food and fuel. By Ross Sibbald, commercial director at Tilte In...
Open source the building block for tech innovation
Open source is by no means a new technology, but it has matured over the past 30 plus years and with the latest wave of digital transformation, its role has become increasingly prominent. By Sumit Kumar Sharma, enterprise architect and head of advisory services at...
2023 forecast: cloudy, with a (high) chance of cyberattacks
Across EMEA, 74% of companies have brought their workloads back to their on-premises data centres. One of the reasons cited is that of having a fallback in the event there is a need for disaster recovery. By Chris Norton, regional director for Africa at Veeam Software...
Consider these factors when selecting a cloud provider
The cloud is without a doubt the best way for a startup or small business to access all the IT infrastructure and enterprise-grade tools they need, without having to invest heavily upfront. By Renette Lombard, managing executive: midmarket CSO at BCX However, the...
The importance of accelerated underwriting
The adoption of accelerated, or automated underwriting, which uses advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies to evaluate risk and underwrite life insurance, has been limited to date. By Patrick Ashton, UK operations at Alula Insurance...
DMP SA is a Commvault Premier Partner
Data Management Professionals South Africa (DMP SA) has achieved the unique distinction of Commvault Premier Partner status on top of their Commvault Service Advantage Plus (CSAP) status, the only Commvault partner in the country to have attained both of these...
Kaspersky, Vox deliver protection for SA users
Kaspersky has partnered with Vox, an Internet Service Provider and telecom operator in South Africa, to boost cyber protection of local users. Vox was looking for consumer cybersecurity solutions that would strengthen the protection of its customers from malware....
PAICTA, Check Point partner to on cybersecurity skills access
The Pan African Information Communication Technology Association (PAICTA), an organisation that advocates for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), young people, women, and people with disabilities by creating an integrated and inclusive society through integrated...
What happens in cyberspace never goes away …
Social media can be a useful tool for potential employers, as valuable insights into the public and online personality of a candidate can be gleaned from past and current behaviour shared on a public platform. Annelize van Rensburg, director: executive search at...
Backend Full Stack Developer (PHP, GraphQL, CraftCMS, React) (CPT Hybrid) – Western Cape Woodstock
ENVIRONMENT:YOUR coding talents as a Backend Full Stack Developer are sought by a dynamic Digital Agency where you will design, build & maintain robust Backend services while also contributing to Frontend features. You're a Backend-first Developer (around 60%...
Software Developer (Python) (Western Cape OR Gauteng) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:A leading company in the Intelligent Process Automation (IPA) sector is offering an exciting opportunity for a Solution / Software Developer to join their team. This role is open to candidates based in either Gauteng or the Western Cape. You will be...
Technical Test Analyst
We're hiring a Technical QA on behalf of a well-established financial services environment that values technical excellence, collaboration and continuous growth. If you're experienced in both Manual and Automation testing, this could be the right fit. The role...
Technical Test Analyst
My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for a Technical Test Analyst to join their team on a contract basis. IT / Finance Responsibilities Analyse requirements and design test casesPerform manual and automated testing (Unit, SIT, UAT, Regression,...
Technical Test Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town Region
We're hiring a Technical QA on behalf of a well-established financial services environment that values technical excellence, collaboration and continuous growth. If you're experienced in both Manual and Automation testing, this could be the right fit. The role...
Technical Test Analyst – Western Cape Bellville
My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for a Technical Test Analyst to join their team on a contract basis. IT / Finance Responsibilities Analyse requirements and design test casesPerform manual and automated testing (Unit, SIT, UAT, Regression,...
WebSphere Application Server Specialist
Job Description,The request is for a senior WAS Administrator, with on-the-job experience in WAS Installations, Configurations, Troubleshooting and day-to-day administration of the WAS deployment.Required Expertise may include:Expertise in performing Product installs...
Software developer – Office Based
Upper Highway - (Office Based) - Are you a passionate software developer with experience in developing web applications with the ability to work on both front and back-end technologies. Are ready to make an impact with your coding skills? This is an exciting...
WebSphere Application Server Specialist – Gauteng Pretoria
Job Description,The request is for a senior WAS Administrator, with on-the-job experience in WAS Installations, Configurations, Troubleshooting and day-to-day administration of the WAS deployment.Required Expertise may include:Expertise in performing Product installs...
Software developer – Office Based – KwaZulu-Natal KwaZulu-Natal
Upper Highway - (Office Based) - Are you a passionate software developer with experience in developing web applications with the ability to work on both front and back-end technologies. Are ready to make an impact with your coding skills? This is an exciting...
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