GenAI could transform core functions
NTT Data has introduced new data that shows manufacturing organisations worldwide are increasingly turning to generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) to establish smart factories, spur innovation, improve productivity, build resilience and gain competitive...
Calls for Icasa to stop mobile number abuse
ISPA, South Africa’s official internet Industry Representative Body (IRB), has again requested the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (Icasa) to take firm action to prevent the unlawful use of mobile numbers by call centres operating from fixed...
Lights, camera, privacy … safely sharing those snapshots
Posting online is a valuable way to connect with others - and sharing photos helps maintain bonds with family and friends. However, it is essential to strike a balance between staying connected and oversharing, say Kaspersky security experts, who have compiled some...
Despite its value, IT leaders don’t adequately protect data
While the majority of senior IT professionals in small- to large-sized organisations recognise how critical proprietary data is to their ongoing operations, more than 25% could not confidently say that their company leaders took this topic seriously. This is among the...
NTT Data adds expertise, solutions for regional retailers
Kathy Gibson reports - NTT Data Middle East and Africa is enhancing and relaunching its retail practice, and introducing the Syntphony application portfolio. The global retail market is constrained by a reliance on legacy systems that impact business agility and their...
NTT Data plans vertical market investment
Kathy Gibson reports - The new-look NTT Data Middle East & Africa (MEA), having grown out of the 40-year-old Dimension Data, continues to innovate and invest - particularly in vertical market solutions. Alan Turnley-Jones, CEO of NTT Data, explains that NTT Data...
South Africans growing fonder of AI – even as a boss
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming a new member of society and is taking on new roles in fields where it can succeed and be trusted by humans - so much so, in fact, that 42% of South Africans believe AI can be a fairer boss than a human because of its...
How the market for mind-reading is developing
The brain computer interface market represents an array of technologies which can decode neural signals - or, in other words, read minds. By Dr Tess Skyrme, senior technology analyst at IDTechEx Electrodes or sensors can be placed either on the surface of the head,...
Automotive semiconductor vendors vying for position in $88bn market
The global automotive semiconductor market is on track to surpass $88-billion by 2027 - driven by the surging demand for high-performance computing (HPC) chips, graphics processing units (GPUs), radar chips, and laser sensors, according to IDC. The research group's...
Wind energy projects on the rise
There has been a substantial growth in wind energy projects, with over 48GW in various stages of development, according to the 2024 South African Renewable Energy Grid Survey (SAREGS) results, presented earlier this week by the South African Wind Energy Association...
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Remote work adds to financial institution insider threats
Now more than ever, insider threats pose a serious risk to financial institutions, especially those that have transitioned to alternate work environments to ensure business continuity, warns Fortinet. Fortinet's 2020 Securing Remote Work Survey revealed that the shift...
High-touch people management a powerful tool in talent retention
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An open source approach to a hybrid cloud environment
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Econz Wireless partners with PaySpace
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How to take advantage of job opportunities in the tech sector
The South African tech ecosystem is thriving. This is reflected in the latest African Tech Ecosystems of the Future 2021/22 report by fDi, which ranked South Africa highly when it comes to recognising tech innovation and having an established digital start-up...
Adumo acquires alternative payments provider SwitchPay
South African fintech group Adumo has announced its investment into SwitchPay, a provider of alternative payment solutions for consumers both in-store and online. The value of the investment is undisclosed. According to Adumo CEO Paul Kent, the investment comes at a...
Fujitsu debuts lightweight mobile workstation
Fujitsu has expanded its line of workstations with the entry-level mobile Fujitsu Workstation Celsius H5511, designed to meet the needs of architects, engineers, designers, creators, and students who need the perfect balance of power, performance and mobility, along...
My Smart City platform speeds Cape Town service delivery
The My Smart City team in Cape Town is reporting improved turnaround times for the resolution of reported service delivery issues logged onto its platform in Cape Town. My Smart City has reported a four-fold improvement in resolving service delivery issues like water...
Unlocking the value of big data in Africa
The fourth industrial revolution is exciting. It would be even more so if it could be more aggressively leveraged in Africa; Two of the essential components and assets in 4IR are data and data analytics. We need to know how these can be used to support the growth,...
Africa Data Centres opens 10MW Lagos facility
Africa Data Centres has opened its new 10MW data centre facility in Lagos, Nigeria. Stephane Duproz, CEO of Africa Data Centres, describes Nigeria as one of the company's key markets as there is a rapidly-growing demand for data centres in the region, which is hungry...
Database Administrator and Initiative Lead – Gauteng Braamfontein
Design and assess SQL Server environments for high availability and redundancy.Automate tasks like indexing, patching, and backups.Identify and recommend redesigns for performance-heavy applications.Audit and secure external access to production databases.Collaborate...
Senior Machine Learning Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Our client is seeking a Senior ML/Lead Data Scientist for a fully remote role Key Requirements 5years' experience.BSc/ BTech/ [URL Removed]Python (NumPy/Scikit-Learn)Generative AI/LLMsSQL ProficiencyAWSShould you meet the requirements for this position, please email...
Technical Support Manager (Renewable Energy Sector – Johannesburg/Hybrid) – Gauteng Johannesburg
Job SummarySeeking a Technical Support Manager with a solid background in electrical and solar systems. The role involves leading the technical support team, resolving complex technical issues, collaborating with operations, and ensuring excellent customer service.Key...
Technology Enterprise Architect (Onsite Gauteng)
ENVIRONMENT:Our client, a non-profit conservation organization dedicated to the sustainable management of protected areas in partnership with governments and local communities, is currently seeking a Technology Enterprise Architect. This role is designed for an...
Data Engineer
Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Data Engineer to join our financial services client based in Centurion. A Data Engineer designs, builds, and maintains data...
Technology Enterprise Architect (Onsite Gauteng) – Gauteng Johannesburg
ENVIRONMENT:Our client, a non-profit conservation organization dedicated to the sustainable management of protected areas in partnership with governments and local communities, is currently seeking a Technology Enterprise Architect. This role is designed for an...
Data Engineer – 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 Data Engineer to join our financial services client based in Centurion. A Data Engineer designs, builds, and maintains data...
Software Engineer (Focus: Angular) (Advanced) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Job Opportunity: Software Engineer (Angular) – Advanced LevelLocation: Midrand / Menlyn / Rosslyn / Remote HybridContract Duration: 01 May 2025 – 31 December 2027Citizenship: South African citizens or valid work permit holders preferredJoin a Global Innovation Leader...
Systems Analyst (Cross Border Payments and/or Finsurv Industry) – SvW
The senior systems analyst is responsible to convert large scale business initiatives into world class IT Solutions. The senior systems analysis and design efforts will extend to both existing and/or new systems and database, but will especially focus on more complex...
Application Solutions Architect
Our client in the Centurion is looking for the services of an Application Solutions Architect with deep experience in designing scalable, resilient, and secure Azure-based applications in the insurance technology space. You should have Strong expertise in .NET Core /...
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