SA’s agriculture sector urged to rethink global strategies
In the face on ongoing geopolitical change, South Africa’s agricultural exporters are being encouraged to reposition their products into non-traditional markets. Speaking at an exclusive side event of the G20 Agriculture Ministerial Meeting, Paul Makube, senior...
Mars rover discovers potential biosignature
A sample collected by NASA’s Perseverance Mars rover from an ancient dry riverbed in Jezero Crater could preserve evidence of ancient microbial life. Taken from a rock named “Cheyava Falls” last year, the sample - called “Sapphire Canyon” - contains potential...
Metrics, analytics and reporting top priorities for CFOs
CFOs and finance leaders rate metrics, analytics and reporting as their top focus area for 2025 reflecting an emphasis on delivering insight to improve business performance, according to Gartner. The research group’s latest October 2024 survey of 251 CFOs showed that...
Why SA businesses need to prioritise cybersecurity
Eighty percent of South African businesses say they have experienced a cyberattack in the past year – but only 32% prioritise cybersecurity training among employees – according to new research from Vodacom Business. The company’s latest report, “Cybersecurity as an...
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...
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Standard Bank sees 400% growth in virtual card issuance
While South Africans have been embracing virtual cards for some time, the use of this digital payment method has seen a dramatic rise recently. Data from Standard Bank shows that physical card uptake in 2020 slowed significantly, down over 50% from 2019. Meanwhile,...
Strategix achieves VMware Cloud Verified status
Strategix Technology Solutions, a South African ICT services provider delivering disaster recovery, cloud, managed services, and virtualisation solutions, has announced it has achieved VMware Cloud Verified status. As a VMware partner that has achieved Advanced Level...
PORT Designs launch their first SAFFA backpack!
Being a world leader in luggage and accessory technology products, PORT Designs is known world-wide for their innovative yet affordable range of backpacks, trolleys, tablet, and laptop cases - as well as a wide variety of accessories that will certainly meet any...
SA poised for rapid surge in containerisation
The emergence of Kubernetes and containerisation is arguably more important for the evolution of computing than virtualisation about 15 years ago and is poised to see massive uptake in the coming years, providing an attractive skills investment for those looking to...
Managing hearings in the remote workforce
Hearings are a critical part of the business machinery. They provide parties with an opportunity to resolve conflict, and they can mitigate risk for employee and organisation alike. However, the past 18 months have not been ideal for organisations undertaking...
In the cloud economy, reskilling is key to sustainable growth
As we emerge from the global pandemic, the need for connection and collaboration in every sphere of life is fuelling the expansion of cloud computing. By Richard Chambers, area vice-president: Africa & MED at Salesforce Companies are looking for new ways to...
A strategic approach to backup and data protection
If there is one thing the past 18 months have taught us, it's that the future is by no means set in stone. When it comes to ensuring business continuity, it pays to be prepared. By Lourens Sanders, solution architect at Infinidat One of the most important aspects of...
The role of the consumer in the creation of insurance products
Traditional insurers are under greater pressure today than ever before, writes Greg Gatherer, account manager at Liferay Africa. Even before the pandemic, South African insurers were facing a whirlwind of claims, raising questions about the long-term viability of the...
Why SMB food and beverage manufacturers need industry-relevant ERP
ERP adoption has accelerated since the 1990s, and with this came the opportunity to focus on particular industries. This development recognised that to drive high performance in the face of increasing complexity and uncertainty, businesses need tools and...
Citrix, Google cloud team to deliver future of hybrid work
Citrix Systems and Google Cloud are expanding their strategic partnership to deliver the future of hybrid work for enterprise customers. The companies have announced a new collaboration which will include Citrix launching a new Desktop-as-a-Service (DaaS) offering on...
Project Manager (Property Development) at Parvana Recruitment
About the client:This forward-thinking property developer is highly successful and growing rapidly building on the principles of design excellence, sustainability, and community enrichment, their developments boast beautiful and intuitively designed apartments...
Senior Systems Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
We are seeking a talented Senior Systems Engineer to join our dynamic team. As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will serve as a technical leader, driving the architecture, deployments, and evolution of our enterprise systems. This is a hands-on role where you'll blend...
Systems Business Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town
System/Business AnalystOur client a consumer facing company is seeking an experienced System/Business Analyst. Mandatory experience in web UX and Ecommerce. HTML/CSS programming will be advantageous. Desired Skills: UX Designs Web Accessibility Iterative Software...
SQL Data Engineer (12 month contract) – Gauteng Centurion
Our client offers a collaborative and dynamic work environment. By joining their team, you'll have the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to their data-driven strategies while growing in a culture that values innovation, excellence, and...
Intermediate Game Developer
We're seeking a highly skilled Intermediate Game Developer to join one of our clients dynamic team! If you're passionate about creating immersive gaming experiences, leading projects, and innovating with cutting-edge technology, we want to hear from you. Bring your...
Senior Frontend Developer (TypeScript, React, PostgreSQL) (CPT)
ENVIRONMENT:THE coding expertise of a Senior Frontend Developer by a dynamic Finance Platform where you will take the lead in building and scaling its Procurement Marketplace. You will focus on the Frontend systems that support critical workflows for enterprise buyers...
Project Manager
Drive impactful projects and play a key role in shaping future-ready systems! Is this you? You're a results-driven professional with a proactive, analytical mindset. You thrive in dynamic environments, manage competing priorities with ease, and consistently deliver...
Intermediate Game Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
We're seeking a highly skilled Intermediate Game Developer to join one of our clients dynamic team! If you're passionate about creating immersive gaming experiences, leading projects, and innovating with cutting-edge technology, we want to hear from you. Bring your...
Senior Frontend Developer (TypeScript, React, PostgreSQL) (CPT) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:THE coding expertise of a Senior Frontend Developer by a dynamic Finance Platform where you will take the lead in building and scaling its Procurement Marketplace. You will focus on the Frontend systems that support critical workflows for enterprise buyers...
Project Manager – Western Cape Cape Town CBD
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