Dell Technologies Forum 2025 showcases the future of AI and innovation
This year’s Dell Technologies Forum South Africa will see organisations tackle AI challenges by getting hands-on with the newest cutting-edge products and services. In addition to discovering tailored use cases designed to help them thrive in today's rapidly evolving...
Malnutrition and pneumonia are major contributors to infant mortality
A University of Cape Town (UCT) study has found that malnutrition and pneumonia are major contributors to under-five mortality, with evidence suggesting the gut microbiome plays an important role in developing these conditions. In his PhD thesis in Paediatrics and...
AI robotics set to boom
The global demand for robotics has experienced considerable fluctuation in recent years, with the pandemic-driven sales boom followed by a plunge in 2022 and stagnation in 2024. However, the industry is set to recover significantly, with five years of double-digit...
Can organisations keep up with the rise of AI models?
In the AI gold rush era, where new large language models (LLMs) and other AI solutions emerge almost weekly, modern organisations are increasingly eager to employ machine learning. With the recent appearance of DeepSeek-R1 and Alibaba’s Qwen2.5-Max models, which have...
Positive trends for IT distribution revenues
In the fourth quarter of 2024, Distributor Revenues grew 2,3% year-over-year, landing at $21,4-billion, but this solid end to the year was not enough to outweigh weaker sales in earlier quarters, and 2024 ended down 1,1% year-over-year according to the International...
Schools urged to register for Computer Olympiad Talent Search
The Institute of Information Technology Professionals South Africa (IITPSA) has urged more South African schools to register their learners to take part in the 2025 Computer Olympiad Talent Search - a free, fun challenge to help schools identify and nurture STEM...
Global air passenger demand hits record high
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released 2024 full-year and December 2024 passenger market performance showing record high demand. Total full-year traffic in 2024 (measured in revenue passenger kilometers or RPKs) rose 10,4% compared to 2023. This...
Mechanisation meets SA’s growing agricultural demands
South Africa’s agricultural sector stands at a pivotal moment, writes Wayne Morris, head of alliances at WesBank. With production costs rising at an alarming 12,4% year-on-year, as reported by Statistics South Africa, farmers are grappling with the need to balance...
Ethernet campus switch revenues set to bounce back
According to a recently published report by Dell’Oro Group, 2024 was a difficult year for Ethernet Campus Switch sales, with a 20% contraction compared to record revenues in 2023. The market is expected to rebound in 2025 and beyond, fueled by refresh cycles and WiFi...
ACSA reports a good festive season
Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) is proud to report a highly successful performance during the 2024 peak travel period, recording a 91% recovery to pre-pandemic levels and a 5% year on year increase in total passenger traffic. Marking the culmination of a bustling...
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Stay cyber safe as you get on the road again
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Leading HR professionals are switching to the digital revolution
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The future contact centre agent will be an experience consultant
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Work readiness should be part of every learnership
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Edge computing could future-proof your organisation
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Cloud ERP set to mitigate sourcing challenges
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What do upcoming cryptocurrency regulations mean for your investment?
It was inevitable that, at some point, South African authorities would start regulating cryptocurrencies. While the South African Revenue Service (SARS) has long treated earnings from cryptocurrencies as income tax, the government has made it clear that it believes...
A mobile-led risk-based approach is crucial to achieving financial inclusion in Africa
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Modernising EAM to deliver customer value
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Online retailers set to bolster the checkout experience with click and collect
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Java Developer – 1334 – Gauteng Pretoria
?? Senior Java Developer Wanted!Location: PRETORIA | Type: Contract (HYBRID) | Start: ASAPWe're looking for a Java wizard who lives and breathes clean code, scalable systems, and cloud-first thinking.?? What You'll Bring:? 8+ years of Java (Java EE, Spring)...
Data Specialist and Performance Marketer
A South African company that provides solar energy solutions for homes and businesses is seeking a Digital Specialist & Performance Marketer who will be instrumental in optimizing and expanding their digital presence. This role demands mastery in creating and...
Full Stack Developer
Minimum Requirements Grade 12 Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field or equivalent experience. 8+ years in software development, with at least 5 years in C#/.NET. Proficient in: ASP.NET Core / .NET 6+, Web API / RESTful...
Data Specialist and Performance Marketer – Gauteng Pretoria
A South African company that provides solar energy solutions for homes and businesses is seeking a Digital Specialist & Performance Marketer who will be instrumental in optimizing and expanding their digital presence. This role demands mastery in creating and...
Full Stack Developer – Gauteng Germiston
Minimum Requirements Grade 12 Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field or equivalent experience. 8+ years in software development, with at least 5 years in C#/.NET. Proficient in: ASP.NET Core / .NET 6+, Web API / RESTful...
IT Technician (CPT)
ENVIRONMENT:A Tourism and Hospitality company providing luxury accommodation seeks a highly skilled & solutions-oriented IT Technician with strategic vision to join its team. You will provide proactive supervisory mechanisms for ensuring seamless operations of IT...
Data Analyst
Data AnalystUnleash your analytical prowess with a dynamic Fintech!R 400,000 - R 605,000 per annumJoin a cutting-edge financial services company dedicated to empowering businesses in South Africa to thrive and grow. This role offers the opportunity to harness your...
Data Specialist at AfriGIS – Gauteng Erasmusrand
Data Specialist Introduction We are seeking a Data Specialist who will bring deep technical expertise and strategic oversight to ensure optimal data management and utilisation. This role requires a highly skilled professional with extensive experience in data,...
SAP Solution Architect – Gauteng Pretoria
The SAP Solution Architect will be responsible for designing and overseeing the end-to-end solution architecture for the SAP ECC6 to S/4HANA (RISE Private Cloud) upgrade, as well as the implementation of SAP SuccessFactors, GRC, and Ariba. The role involves aligning...
Cobol Developer
COBOL KnowledgeUnderstanding of COBOL syntax, structures, and logic to accurately interpret legacy code for conversion.Candidates must demonstrate: COBOL projects on their resume, work experience at organisations using COBOL.CCB ExperienceFamiliarity with Oracle CCB,...
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