AI makes critical thinking a workforce priority

A new global study from the IBM for Business Value points to a disconnect between the skills chief human resource officers (CHROs) say AI requires and those employees prioritise. While 71% of CHROs identify the ability to supervise, validate and override AI outputs as...

Today’s data centre build-out dwarfs previous infrastructure investments

Kathy Gibson reports from Vertiv Week in Zagreb – Artificial intelligence (AI) is driving the biggest infrastructure build-out in human history – bigger than the railroads or the Industrial Revolution. “People assume AI is a bubble, but it is showing no signs of...

Negative sentiment drives call for data centre transparency

Kathy Gibson reports from Vertiv Week in Zagreb – With data centres experiencing massive growth around the globe, the industry needs to do a better job of telling people the benefits they offer humanity at large. Worldwide, uncertainty about possible risks posed by...

Growing energy demand will limit ambitious climate goals

The global economy is on the cusp of a major shift where most of future global energy demand growth will come from emerging markets and developing economies (EMDEs). The new realities of meeting this demand alongside the need for energy security, resilience and...

Microsoft adds AI, offline features to sovereign private cloud

Microsoft has announced new sovereign private cloud capabilities that enable governments and regulated industries to run advanced artificial intelligence (AI), productivity tools and cloud infrastructure securely, including in fully disconnected environments. Key...

Renewed push for visa-free travel in Africa

African policymakers, business leaders and development institutions have renewed calls for visa-free travel across the continent, describing the free movement of people as essential to unlocking Africa’s economic transformation under the African Continental Free Trade...

Single-vendor SASE to dominate the market

According to a recently published forecast report from Dell’Oro Group the global Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) market is forecast to rise to $17-billion by 2029, representing a 12% compound annual growth rate (CAGR). Enterprises continue to invest in branch and...

Don’t underestimate the threat to your organisation

One of the core reasons why businesses remain vulnerable to cyberthreats is that they underestimate their risk or overestimate the strength of their existing defences. According to a recent Kaspersky survey entitled “Cybersecurity in the workplace: Employee knowledge...

Security and resilience key to Power 11

Kathy Gibson reports – One of the best-funded industries in the world is cybercrime. Indeed, it generated revenue of more than $10-trillion last year – close to double what the next-biggest industry  (pharmaceuticals) – earned. So it shouldn’t be a surprise that a...

SA channel welcomes IBM’s Power 11

Kathy Gibson reports – IBM’s Power 11 launch is one of the company’s most significant in recent years: the new technology promises to improve customers’ productivity and reduce costs, while paving the road to full artificial intelligence (AI) value. The last couple of...

Strategies for mitigating SA’s talent crisis

South African organisations are navigating a complex and rapidly evolving talent landscape. With global trends reshaping local realities, the battle to attract, engage and retain top talent is intensifying. “Employers must critically assess the effectiveness of their...

Choicejacking can hack your phone in the blink of an eye

Although smartphone and tablet manufacturers have introduced measures to protect users from juice jacking, an attack in which malicious chargers compromise connected mobile devices, cybercriminals have found ways to bypass these safeguards. The recently-emerged method...

EU initiative to boost SADC trade launched

The Southern African Development Community (SADC), in partnership with the European Union (EU), the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO), and the International Trade Centre (ITC), has officially launched the Africa Trade Competitiveness and...

SA’s deteriorating rule of law raises concerns

South Africa’s deteriorating rule of law poses one of the most significant risks to its future stability, prosperity, and global standing. This was the core message from Thokozani Mvelase, CEO of the Communication Risk Information Centre (COMRiC), in a keynote address...

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Tech education drives equality for businesses and consumers

Digital and technology adoption across the continent is growing and with it is a proliferation of apps and fintech products to improve lives. However, countries across the continent continue to see a shortage of technology skills among professionals and a lack of...

Logistics industry trends that are reshaping supply chains

The logistics industry battled a number of challenges in 2022, least of all the war in Ukraine and turmoil over China's strict Covid-19 policies. That said, the world also emerged from the worst of the pandemic, meaning that supply chains returned to some degree of...

A data culture drives better decision making, customer centricity

As companies navigate challenging market conditions and respond to rising interest rates and costs of doing business, the role data can play in driving strategic decisions is more important than ever. Yet having data doesn't automatically ensure that businesses will...

SA should challenge its view of education to remain globally relevant

Since the dawn of the Fourth Industrial Revolution in 2015, and its subsequent rise in prominence, the global view of education has been challenged to the extent that education systems need to be adaptable, or they will face becoming irrelevant. "The existing view of...

Smartphone adoption in Africa to reach 87% by 2030

Things are looking optimistic for Africa's mobile economy, according to the latest Mobile Economy 2023 report, released by the Global System Operators and Manufacturers Association (GSMA). The report projects sub-Saharan Africa as being one of the global regions that...

Strike a balance between hyper-personalisation and data privacy

In the current era of hyper-personalisation, a blanket approach to marketing is simply not effective. Customers want tailored offerings and experiences based on their own personal desires and needs, and businesses must be able to deliver this to remain competitive. By...

Salesforce, Deloitte tackles skills shortage

Salesforce and Deloitte Africa have joined forces to address skills development in South Africa - an issue of high priority for both these global brands. The first iteration of the partnership is the Trailblazer Training Week, happening in Johannesburg between 27...

Syntech recalls some Gizzu portable power stations

Syntech Distribution is recalling a limited batch of its Gizzu 300Wh and 500Wh portable power stations after receiving reports of a small number of devices overheating while charging, therefore posing a potential fire risk. The reports were received over the last few...

Why strong, unique passwords are important

Cyberattacks and data breaches are becoming alarmingly common. Most attacks and breaches have one thing in common: victims were using weak passwords. In a digital world, it is more important than ever to ensure your online accounts are protected by strong and secure...

Mid-Level C++ Developer – CPT – Western Cape Century City

ENVIRONMENT:Our Client has an opening for a Mid-level C++ Developer to join their IT team in Century City, Cape Town, South Africa. They specialize in the provision of fuel management solutions based on Automated Vehicle Identification (AVI) and related products and...

Desktop Support

To support a multi-user computing environment and ensure continuous, optimal performance of IT services and support systems.Duties and Responsibilities, include but are not limited to the following:Support and maintain IT infrastructure (server rooms, server software,...

Network Engineer (Level 2)

Level 2 Network Engineer with a background in managed services, skilled in integrating and problem-solving in Windows Server, Microsoft 365, Cisco Internetworking, VPNs, and firewalls.This is a full-time, office-based position (not hybrid). Working hours are 10:30 AM...

Snr IT Technician

Description/Synopsis: A leader in the financial services sector is looking for a Snr IT Technician to join their team. The role will oversee the management of IT infrastructure, systems security, and user support across the business. The successful candidate will...

Desktop Support – Western Cape Oakdale

To support a multi-user computing environment and ensure continuous, optimal performance of IT services and support systems.Duties and Responsibilities, include but are not limited to the following:Support and maintain IT infrastructure (server rooms, server software,...

Network Engineer (Level 2) – Gauteng Roodepoort

Level 2 Network Engineer with a background in managed services, skilled in integrating and problem-solving in Windows Server, Microsoft 365, Cisco Internetworking, VPNs, and firewalls.This is a full-time, office-based position (not hybrid). Working hours are 10:30 AM...

Snr IT Technician – Western Cape Stellenbosch

Description/Synopsis: A leader in the financial services sector is looking for a Snr IT Technician to join their team. The role will oversee the management of IT infrastructure, systems security, and user support across the business. The successful candidate will...

Business Analyst – Retail (6 months)

ResponsibilitiesElicit, analyze, and document business requirements across the retail value chain.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define solutions and support implementation.Support the development and execution of project plans aligned with business...

Contract Support Engineer (Oil and Gas) Congo – Expat

1.0JobPurposeandDimensionOverview:The Contract Support Engineer, reporting to the Contract Manager, is responsible for the delivery of all aspects as per the Client account, including but not limited to; sales enquiries, creating and delivering Integrated Asset Plan...

Desktop Support

Job SummaryTo support a multi-user computing environment and ensure continuous, optimal performance of IT services and support systems.Job RequirementsEE position:Preference will be given to previously disadvantaged people.Qualifications and Experience:Driver's...

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