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...
DBSA finances SA’s largest wind farm
The first phase of the Overberg Wind Farm project has successfully reached financial close with Red Rocket a renewable energy independent power producer. The Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA), alongside Absa Bank and Standard Bank, has played a pivotal role...
Cleantech fund secures R2,4bn commitment
New GX Capital, co-founder of Dark Fibre Africa (DFA), and RMB Ventures (RMBV) have announced the first close of Airnergize Capital Fund I, focused on accelerating clean technology solutions in renewable energy, gas and water infrastructure across South Africa. It has...
Researchers sound alarm on teen vaping crisis
As vaping rates among South African teens surge to alarming levels, public health researchers from the University of Cape Town (UCT) are calling on the government to urgently enact the Tobacco Products & Electronic Delivery Systems Control Bill to curb what they...
Why dropping the luxury tax matters for digital inclusion
Digital access starts with affordability - and government has finally listened, writes Ernst Wittmann, TCL regional manager for southern & east Africa and global operator account manager for Africa. In a bold and commendable move, South Africa's government has...
Siemens exec dies in New York helicopter tragedy
Siemens Spain CEO Agustin Escobar, along with his wife and three children, died when a sightseeing helicopter plunged into New York’s Hudson River yesterday. Witnesses say they heard a bang, then saw the aircraft crash into the water without at least one of its rotor...
Tech4Good Award for GirlCode leader
GirlCode’s CEO and Founder, Zandile Mkwanazi, was awarded the Tech4Good award at the prestigious Wired4Women event. The Wired4Women awards honour exceptional women who are using technology to make a positive impact. Zandile was recognised in the Tech4Good category for...
How geopolitics is shaping AI development
Kathy Gibson reports - As artificial intelligence (AI) drives strategic and competitive leadership, countries are jockeying for leadership positions. According to a Boston Consulting Group masterclass on AI and geopolitics, there can be no doubt that the US leads...
Small AI models set to overtake generalised LLMs
Gartner predicts that, by 2027, organisations will implement small, task-specific AI models, with usage volume at least three times more than those of general-purpose large language models (LLMs). While general-purpose LLMs provide robust language capabilities, their...
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Teraco announces regional interconnection with Google Equiano cable
Teraco is now an integral connectivity and interconnection point for Google's Equiano subsea cable. Equiano starts in Europe and runs along the West Coast of Africa, between Lisbon in Portugal and Cape Town in South Africa, with branching units along the way that can...
Paratus, Meta sign fibre deal for Zambian towns
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The future of cellular connectivity
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Cisco advances API-first strategy to empower developers
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How Web3.0 is shaping the future of sustainability
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Define a risk management strategy for agility and resilience in uncertain times
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How African online retail will grow to the next level
Digital infrastructure in Africa is gaining traction, and more people can shop online than ever before. According to Charl Fouche, chief operating officer of AfriGIS, the question Africa's online retail customers want answered now is: "How do I get my parcel delivered...
Sustainable and efficient manufacturing key to future food security
The agricultural sector is vital for the growth of our nation. Despite South Africa's massive agricultural potential, we do not have enough local production to meet local demand, relying on importers to fill this gap. By Mark Wilson, CEO of Syspro EMEA Local food and...
Ransomware protection strategies for 2023
If the growth of ransomware attacks in 2022 indicates what the future holds, security teams everywhere should expect to see this attack vector become even more popular in 2023. By Aamir Lakhani, global security strategist and researcher at Fortinet In just the first...
In the war on talent: empower employees with the right tech
The war on talent continues across all sectors in line with the hybrid shift, and as a result, future skilled employees are reassessing their priorities. by Ronald Ravel, director B2B at Dynabook South Africa Previously employers could lure future workers in with the...
Master Data Administrator
Job Description Job title Master Data Administrator Function Master Data Reporting to position Data Steward 1. Purpose of the job The Master Data Administrator is responsible for performing clerical duties to support the creation and maintenance of master data in the...
Network Engineer (Tier 2)
Tier 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.Please note this is not a hybrid working role. International working hours: 9.30am -...
Network Engineer
Network Engineer with 1.5–2 years of experience to join our IT infrastructure team. The candidate will be responsible for implementing, maintaining, and troubleshooting network systems to ensure seamless connectivity and security across the organization.Key...
Master Data Administrator – Western Cape Cape Town
Job Description Job title Master Data Administrator Function Master Data Reporting to position Data Steward 1. Purpose of the job The Master Data Administrator is responsible for performing clerical duties to support the creation and maintenance of master data in the...
Network Engineer (Tier 2) – Gauteng Roodepoort
Tier 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.Please note this is not a hybrid working role. International working hours: 9.30am -...
Network Engineer – Gauteng Turffontein
Network Engineer with 1.5–2 years of experience to join our IT infrastructure team. The candidate will be responsible for implementing, maintaining, and troubleshooting network systems to ensure seamless connectivity and security across the organization.Key...
FIELD SERVICES TECHNICIAN – Kokstad
Provide onsite technical support across the CLIENTS suite of products, outsourced services, and customer solutions, to maintain CLIENTS products and optimize client service. Responsible to assist with hardware problems, removing and replacing faulty equipment,...
Senior F5 Network Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
We're looking for an experienced F5 Engineer to manage and optimize our F5 environment across South Africa and the wider African region. In this critical role, you'll ensure stability, security, and high availability while leading implementations, troubleshooting...
Senior Business Analyst (CH1161)
Our client, in the Financial Services industry, has an opening for a Senior Business Analyst to join their team. You will be in charge of gathering the company's business requirements within Product Portfolio, assessing the impact of those changes, capturing,...
FIELD SERVICES TECHNICIAN – Kokstad – KwaZulu-Natal Kokstad
Provide onsite technical support across the CLIENTS suite of products, outsourced services, and customer solutions, to maintain CLIENTS products and optimize client service. Responsible to assist with hardware problems, removing and replacing faulty equipment,...
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