OpenAI and Broadcom ink deal for AI chips
OpenAI and Broadcom have announced a collaboration for 10 gigawatts of custom AI accelerators. OpenAI will design the accelerators and systems, which will be developed and deployed in partnership with Broadcom. By designing its own chips and systems, OpenAI can embed...
Resellers: Make your voice heard
Voting has officially opened for the South African IT distribution channel’s most prestigious awards – the Channelwise Awards 2025 – where resellers and partners get the chance to rate and reward their top distributors and vendors. “Over the years, the Channelwise...
These are SA’s best cities for tech jobs
Stellenbosch has been named the country’s up-and-coming technology powerhouse, boasting the highest number of tech jobs per capita. With an average of 36 tech-related jobs per 100 000 people, it has surpassed major cities like Johannesburg and Cape Town as a leading...
Heightened geopolitical tensions increase security risk ratings
While South Africa has a low rating for medical-related risk, mental health, climate change and security risks continue to rise. This is among the trends shown in the annual interactive Risk Map 2025 launched by Internation SOS. As global security and health risks...
Finance app usage, revenue on the rise
There is a growing trend in finance app installs in sub-Saharan Africa, reflecting the region’s strides toward economic recovery following a general rise in inflation and macroeconomic instability. This is among the findings a new report from AppsFlyer and Google....
DFA invests close to R1bn to upgrade network
DFA has invested over R800-million to upgrade and future-proof its national fibre network to address the growing demand for reliable, high-speed internet. DFA is part of the Maziv group, and DFA’s national network delivers connectivity and backhaul for mobile...
DeepSeek set to drive changes in AI and energy
It’s not just tech stocks that have been impacted by the popularity of the new DeepSeek AI model, energy stocks are tumbling because the new tool requires a fraction of the computing power of competitors. But Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group says this isn’t a sign of...
Discovery Bank analyses festive spending
Discovery Bank has released an analysis of its client transaction data during December 2024, highlighting interesting festive spend behaviours. Hylton Kallner, CEO of Discovery Bank, comments: “The December holiday period is known as a time of increased spending. So...
Hackers shut down SA Weather Service
The South African Weather Services (SAWS) web site (weathersa.co.za) is still down following a cyberattack on the weekend. The agency says its systems went down on Sunday evening (26 January 2025) following a security breach. This was the second attempt in two days,...
Global data centre energy consumption to rocket
By 2035, IDTechEx forecasts that the continued growth of artificial intelligence will result in over 2000 TWh of energy being consumed by data centres. By Eve Pope, technology analyst at IDTechEx The expected increase in CO2 emissions from powering these new data...
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SLVA, BullWall partner to offer ransomware solution
SLVA Cybersecurity has announced a new partnership with Danish technology innovator BullWall to empower South African businesses with a last line of defense ransomware solution. Estimates suggest a ransomware attack occurs every 11 seconds globally and causes an...
Tech-savvy Nigerians look to government to deliver services digitally
As modern customers' expectations around brand engagement continue to evolve, governments must embrace communication strategies that will enable them to engage with their citizens in a fast, secure, and reliable way. By Chijioke Ugwuh, head of partnership development...
Fintech digitises R300bn in Krugerrands
South Africans have an estimated R300-billion in Krugerrands hidden in drawers and safes, unaware that they could be using the value of their gold to fund day-to-day financial transactions. The fintech Troygold allows gold owners to upload and digitise their physical...
Investment boosts digital start-up PayJustNow
Cape Town-based start-up PayJustNow has announced a significant investment by a major fintech player that will drive its ongoing growth in the booming buy now, pay later (BNPL) space. Established in 2019, PayJustNow has shown significant customer and merchant growth,...
Rectron partners with Dahua to expand security portfolio
Rectron South Africa has signed a distribution agreement with video-centric smart IoT solution and service provider Dahua Technology. Dahua Technology' sportfolio of solutions integrates audio, radar and many other IoT technologies into its video surveillance...
Salesforce opens legal entity in SA
Salesforce has pushed forward with expansion plans in South Africa by establishing its first legal entity in the country. The company has also announced the appointment of its first two South African leaders: Zuko Mdwaba as head of sales and Linda Saunders as head of...
Hornetsecurity reveals that backup solutions are critical to fight malware
A recent global survey by Hornetsecurity shows that a staggering one in five companies is likely to fall victim to a ransomware attack, in which malicious software (malware) is used with the threat to either publish data, or block access to data or a computer system...
Curro eSports and Acer team up
Acer for Education has teamed up with Curro to take the independent school group's gaming to a new level of learning. Since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, eSports became very popular at Curro as it kept learners connected during the lockdown when all traditional...
Global development finance coalition commits over $5,5bn for African MSME financing
The coalition for a sustainable and inclusive recovery of the private sector, an international group of 20 development finance institutions that came together in 2020, today announced commitments of over $5,55-billion of financing to micro, small and medium...
Netcash slashes carbon emissions with solar installation
Netcash has invested in a grid-tied solar energy solution in line with its drive to reduce carbon emissions and operate more sustainably. IMPower, a vertically integrated energy company, was the contractor responsible for engineering, procurement, and project...
Senior React Native Developer (CPT Onsite) – Western Cape Century City
ENVIRONMENT:A fast-growing Sales Software provider seeks a highly skilled Senior React Native Developer who will play a crucial role in shaping its product from conception to completion, translating designs into high-quality code and developing cutting-edge...
Senior C# Developer – KwaZulu-Natal Richards Bay
PeopleSolved is currently recruiting for a Snr C# Developer, preferably in a manufacturing, logistics, or industrial automation setting. This is a 1-Year contact, to be part of an international manufacturing and packaging company. Role is based in Richard's Bay....
Full Stack Developer (Javascript, Vue.js & PHP) (On-site Somerset West) – Western Cape Somerset West
ENVIRONMENT:A well-established yet fast-growing software company serving the South African property management market is looking for a highly skilled and independent Full Stack Developer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be an expert in JavaScript...
SQL DBA
An opportunity exists for a Database Administrator to work within a growing financial services organisation.Responsibilities:Implement appropriate designs for databases, data warehouses, marts, reports, and dashboardsSpecify database infrastructure requirementsDesign...
Sage X3 Developer – Hybrid South Africa
DBN000129 – Sage X3 Developer - Hybrid South Africa Purpose of the job:To design, develop, and maintain custom solutions within the Sage X3 ERP system to meet specific business needs. Required QualificationsA Bachelor's Degree in computer science or a related...
Junior & Intermediate Java Developer
Our client is seeking a passionate Intermediate/Junior Java Developer for a fully on-site role based in Pretoria. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to grow their skills in a stable environment with exciting projects. Key Requirements 2-3 years'...
SQL DBA – Gauteng Midrand
An opportunity exists for a Database Administrator to work within a growing financial services organisation.Responsibilities:Implement appropriate designs for databases, data warehouses, marts, reports, and dashboardsSpecify database infrastructure requirementsDesign...
Sage X3 Developer – Hybrid South Africa – Gauteng Boksburg
DBN000129 – Sage X3 Developer - Hybrid South Africa Purpose of the job:To design, develop, and maintain custom solutions within the Sage X3 ERP system to meet specific business needs. Required QualificationsA Bachelor's Degree in computer science or a related...
Junior & Intermediate Java Developer – Gauteng Pretoria Region
Our client is seeking a passionate Intermediate/Junior Java Developer for a fully on-site role based in Pretoria. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to grow their skills in a stable environment with exciting projects. Key Requirements 2-3 years'...
Tester at QES
My client based in Cape Town (Woodstock) is currently looking for a QA Test Analyst to join them on an independent contract basis Woodstock / Warehouse Management Systems Experience / Onsite / South African CitizenIndustry: Supply ChainJob category: QA Test...
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