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2025 ozone hole ranks as 5th-smallest since 1992
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Intel, Cisco deliver first systems approach for AI workloads at the edge
Cisco and Intel have announced a first-of-its-kind integrated platform for distributed AI workloads. Powered by Intel Xeon 6 system-on-chip (SoC), the solution brings compute, networking, storage, and security closer to data generated at the edge for realtime AI...
Please Call Me case finally settled
Vodacom and Kenneth Makate have finally settled the Please Call Me matter out of court. Vodacom has agreed to pay Makate an undisclosed amount. The case has been dragging on since 2018, when Makate sued the telco for compensation for the idea of the Please Call Me...
Nvidia continues to drive data centre innovation
Kathy Gibson reports from Tognana, Italy – Nvidia continues to drive the evolution of the IT industry, and the data centre in particular, at a speed most of us have not experienced before. This is the word from Gio Albertazzi, CEO of Vertiv, talking about his key...
Modular infrastructure enables rapid data centre scaling
Kathy Gibson reports from Tognana, Italy - The data centre that you knew in the past is outdated – the AI factory is what will drive innovation going forward. Karsten Winther, president: Europe, Middle East and Africa at Vertiv, explains that the data centre of the...
Countries urged to plan for sovereign AI
Kathy Gibson reports from Tognana, Italy – Nations that want to succeed in the age of artificial intelligence (AI) must ensure they have the infrastructure in-country to support AI sovereignty. Carlo Ruiz, vice-president: AI solutions and operations EMEA at Nvidia,...
SA ahead in the data centre stakes
Kathy Gibson reports from Tognana, Italy - South Africa is holding its own in the globally-competitive data centre market. Not only are most of the big data centre players operating at scale in South Africa, they are largely doing so using clean and reliable...
AI ethics key to its adoption in SA
New research from Zoho shows that 92,6% of South African businesses have started their AI journey - with 32,7% achieving widespread or advanced implementation. The study further highlights that, compared to other markets, more South African businesses (40%)...
Where AI is heading in 2026 …
The coming year will see AI push deeper into everyday life, but with some major caveats, according to leading Internet Exchange operator DE-CIX’s technology outlook for 2026. From emotionally intelligent banking assistants capable of detecting frustration in a...
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These are the 2025 Africa Supply Chain Excellence Awards winners
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HoneyCoin raises $4,9m for stablecoin-powered payments
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RS joins forces with NAACAM
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Red Hat OpenShift once again a Gartner leader
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Senior Mobile Developer
The Mobile Engineer will provide technical leadership and expertise in the design, development, and maintenance of mobile applications across iOS and Android platforms. Key Requirements Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Software Engineering,...
Senior Business Analyst at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Join an advanced IT innovation hub that builds global-grade solutions for complex enterprise landscapes. We work across SAP, Java, Cloud, DevOps, and modern engineering stacks, delivering high-impact digital products that drive real business transformation.If you...
Tech Lead: JavaScript Developer – Gauteng Centurion
Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Tech Lead: Javascript to join our financial services client based in Centurion on a contract role.The Tech Lead: Javascript is...
SAP Functional Consultant (Expert) 1435 – Gauteng Pretoria
Analyse and solve SAP Module issues.Conduct SAP Module process configuration.Update and maintain all SAP Module functional documentation.Integration between other SAP and non-SAP Solutions.Analytical and problem-solving skills.Cloud ALMSAP Module...
Senior Mobile Developer – Gauteng Pretoria Region
The Mobile Engineer will provide technical leadership and expertise in the design, development, and maintenance of mobile applications across iOS and Android platforms. Key Requirements Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Software Engineering,...
Senior Business Analyst at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Pretoria
Join an advanced IT innovation hub that builds global-grade solutions for complex enterprise landscapes. We work across SAP, Java, Cloud, DevOps, and modern engineering stacks, delivering high-impact digital products that drive real business transformation.If you...
Senior Test Analyst at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
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Senior Test Analyst at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Pretoria
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