North American telcos risk missing AI opportunities
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Intel, Nvidia in $5bn AI partnering deal
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OR Tambo among the world’s busiest airports
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UCT launches new innovation fund
The University of Cape Town (UCT) has launched the University Technology Fund II (UTF II). UTF II will enable UCT to build on the foundation established by UTF I, offering expanded funding opportunities and continued support for high-impact ventures. As a strategic...
Gearing up for a C-suite exodus
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Canon uses scrap-recycled steel in printing products
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African CEOs are optimistic about global economy, long-term business viability
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AI leaders urged to address opportunities, risks
A new wave of autonomous AI - capable of reasoning, acting independently, and scaling at unprecedented speed - is rapidly reshaping the technological landscape. The rise of “agentic AI" and powerful, low-cost AI models is making artificial intelligence cheaper, more...
President underscores importance of tech
Technology is key to building a capable state in South Africa. This is the word from South African president Cyril Ramaphosa, giving his annual State of the Nation address last night in Cape Town. “As we work to reform the Public Service and build the capability of...
All the winners at the 2024 HP Partner Awards
HP honoured its top resellers and distributors at the 2024 Partner Awards last night. Yesh Surjoodeen, MD of HP Southern Africa, and Richard Stainforth, HP omnichannel manager, named the company’s top retail and commercial resellers, and distributors across various...
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Anastacia Tshesane is first female Governance Board chair at PwC Africa
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Ericsson completes acquisition of Vonage
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BCX, CMC in African SD-WAN partnership
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FIELD SERVICES TECHNICIAN – Ladysmith
Basic IT and Certification knowledge required. A+ advantageousITC CLEARMUST HAVE ROADWORTHY VEHICLECRIM CLEARDRIVERS LICENCEBase Salary - R12kFuel - R5k per monthVehicle Maintenance - R6K per quarter (Agency to manage this payment and supply proof of vehicle service...
Level 3+ IT Support at Exclusively Remote
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.NET Full Stack Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Pretoria
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FIELD SERVICES TECHNICIAN – Ladysmith – KwaZulu-Natal Ladysmith
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Level 3+ IT Support at Exclusively Remote – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Location: Remote within South AfricaJob Type: Full-time US working hours: 3pm-11pm/4pm-12am, Monday - FridayJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Level 3 IT Support Specialist to join our technical operations team. In this role, you'll act as an...
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