Draft tax bill hides a ‘stealth tax’ in unit trust investments
For millions of South Africans, a unit trust or a portfolio of a Collective Investment Scheme (CIS) is one of the pillars of their financial future, serving as a vehicle for retirement savings, children's education funds, and long-term wealth creation. By Joon Chong,...
Smarter school admissions platform unveiled
The upgraded Online Admissions platform for the 2026 school year, developed by Vodacom Business with the Gauteng Department of Education (GDE), has proved to be smarter and simpler, providing a more transparent admissions experience for both parents and department...
AI boosts Cyber Week sales
Cyber Week is expected to drive $311-billion in global sales as consumers eagerly await holiday deals - with the use of AI and agents set to influence up to 19% of those orders – according to a new report from Salesforce. The Salesforce Shopping Index - which analyses...
Device spending to hit all-time high next year
After fluctuating over the past three years, global spending on IT devices - including desktop PCs, laptops, tablets, mobile phones, and printers - has surged in 2024, rising by 6% year-over-year to $735-billion, according to research from Stocklytics.com. And this...
How spatial computing trends are unfolding
Spatial computing is transforming how businesses integrate digital and physical environments, propelled by advancements in immersive technologies, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence (AI). The growing interest is evident in company filings, which showcase a...
Gaps in law enable Africa’s rapists
Heinous as it is, rape across Africa is one of the continent’s most common crimes – and new research has revealed how the inadequate criminalisation of rape, weak legal implementation, rape myths, and victim-blaming are just some of the barriers to justice that...
Quishing gets around phishing defenses
There’s a new type of threat out there: quishing involves the use of fraudulent QR codes, emailed by threat actors, to bypass the phishing security measures put in place by companies. Sophos has conducted Sophos-X research to better understand the threat. The...
AI infrastructure spend on track to pass $100bn
The global artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure market is on track for unprecedented growth, poised to surpass $100-billion in spending by 2028, according to the latest findings from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Semiannual Artificial...
Slight downturn for take-home pay
The upward momentum reflected in average salaries over the past months slowed marginally in October 2024, according to the BankservAfrica Take-home Pay Index (BTPI), which tracks the average nominal take-home pay among an estimated 4-million salary earners in South...
Manufacturer confidence at two-year high
Confidence levels among local manufacturers increased by a healthy 8 points to reach 36 index points during the fourth quarter – the highest level since the first quarter of 2022. According to the Q4 Absa Manufacturing Survey, production, domestic and export sales, as...
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Lighting up the digital divide
Imagine beaming light from a fibre-connected suburban home to a 3D-printed wireless communication system to a school in an informal settlement across the road, providing learners with instant high-speed, reliable internet access. This is how the new Optical...
Avoid cyber-cons, budget disasters on Black Friday
The retail frenzy that is Black Friday is here. Last year, bargain hunters favoured online shopping - a trend noticed globally and not just in South Africa. Budget Insurance urges consumers to exercise caution in managing their money smartly and in protecting...
Fortinet is official cybersecurity partner of the European Tour
Fortinet has announced a multi-year partnership with the European Tour. As an Official Tour Partner and Official Cybersecurity Partner, Fortinet will provide its expertise and security solutions to support the Tour's digital innovation journey. The European Tour hosts...
Homegrown AI health solution wins international award
A South African-born financial services technology company has won a Southeast Asian award for its artificial intelligence (AI) system that is designed to make healthcare more affordable and effective, answering to the needs of the future today. The Singapore...
NU bolsters networking and storage division
Following on from the appointment earlier this year of a new business unit head in the networking and storage division, Networks Unlimited has strengthened this division further with two additional new hires in its F5 and Hitachi Vantara areas. This is according to...
Watch out for those CAPTCHAs …
Clicking "I'm not a robot" on an online form may seem harmless enough, but evidence is emerging that cyber criminals are turning their attention to CAPTCHA tests as a new way to redirect users to pages with malicious intent. Anna Collard, senior vice-president:...
New phishing risks as demand grows for fake vaccine passports
Nearly two years into the battle against Covid-19 over 3-billion people around the globe and over 15-million in South Africa are now fully vaccinated. "As governments continue their efforts to stop the spread of Covid-19 and encourage vaccination, the scene has been...
Contact centre maths: just add savings
When it comes to the contact centre, there are several cost touchpoints that are important. The first is the realisation that the contact centre itself is a powerful tool when it comes to differentiation, customer experiences and customer retention. As McKinsey points...
ISA/IEC 62443 declared as a Horizontal Standard
The International Society of Automation (ISA) and the ISA Global Cybersecurity Alliance (ISAGCA) has announce that the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) has officially designated the IEC/ISA 62443 series of standards as "horizontal," meaning that they...
Hitachi Energy launches digital twin for power grids
Hitachi Energy has launched IdentiQ, its digital twin solutions for high-voltage direct current (HVDC) and power quality solutions. IdentiQ will help to advance the world's energy system to be more sustainable, flexible and secure, accelerating the transition towards...
Business Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town
OverviewWe're partnering with a fast-growing ERP services firm based in Claremont, Cape Town, to find a hands-on Business Analyst / Product Owner / Consultant. This is a unique opportunity for someone who wants to step into a role with real ownership, client-facing...
IT Project Manager (Contract)
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ENVIRONMENT:Our client looking for a Junior to Intermediate .NET Developer to join a growing Cape Town team within a Germany-based tech company. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with 2–4 years of development experience who is eager to learn, contribute to...
IT Project Manager (Contract) – Eastern Cape Gqebera
The Senior Project Manager / Lead is responsible for managing assigned business and IT projects of various sizes throughout the whole project lifecycle to meet project objectives and support the company in achieving its strategy, ensuring key stakeholders are kept...
IT Developer – Gauteng Randburg
Are you a talented developer with a passion for building innovative digital solutions? Our client is looking for a driven and skilled IT Developer to join their team. If you're fluent in Afrikaans and English with experience in modern development tools, this is your...
Junior – Intermediate .NET Developer – Cape Town (Onsite) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:Our client looking for a Junior to Intermediate .NET Developer to join a growing Cape Town team within a Germany-based tech company. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with 2–4 years of development experience who is eager to learn, contribute to...
Digital Strategist
Hire Resolve's client is seeking a highly motivated and data-driven Digital Strategist with 1-2 years of experience to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be instrumental in shaping and executing their digital marketing efforts, driving growth, and...
Senior Linux System Administrator at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
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Our client in Sandton is urgently seeking a permanent (hybrid) System Analyst. The ideal candidate will apply creative and structured thinking to design, document, and test solutions that meet business needs. This role involves close collaboration with team members to...
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