Hormuz a tech chokepoint that heightens semiconductor, AI infrastructure risks

A functional impairment of the Strait of Hormuz is rapidly emerging as a critical yet underappreciated risk to the global technology supply chain, with specialty materials such as helium now presenting a larger immediate threat to semiconductors and AI infrastructure...

We have liftoff! Now follow Artemis II live

NASA’s SLS (Space Launch System) rocket lifted off from Launch Pad 39B at the agency’s Kennedy Space Centre in Florida last night, sending four astronauts aboard the Orion spacecraft on a planned test flight around the Moon and back. It’s the first time NASA is...

Employees under the lash as financial stress grows

There has been a decisive shift in the pressures faced by South Africa’s workforce, with financial stress moving from outside the top 10 employee concerns in 2021 to one of the top five in 2025. This is according to data compiled from Lyra Southern Africa’s Employee...

Businesses brace for long-term impacts from Iran conflict

Kathy Gibson reports - Even if the conflict in the Middle East were to end tomorrow, the long-term impacts will continue to dog the world for months. That’s the key takeaway from KPMG’s latest Global Economic and Geopolitical Outlook, which unpacked what some of the...

Steady growth predicted for high-performance computing

The global high-performance computing (HPC) market is expected to reach $87,31-billion by 2030 and is expected to grow at 7,2% CAGR from 2025 to 2030, according to a new study by Grand View Research. High-performance computing can be categorised into high-performance...

Donors commit to fund Gavi vaccines

World leaders have pledge support for Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, with a total of more than $9-billion secured against a targeted $11,9-billion budget for its next five-year strategic period from 2026 to 2030 (Gavi 6.0) at the Global Summit: Health and Prosperity...

FNB to sponsor App of the Year

FNB has officially taken over as headline sponsor of the App of the Year ecosystem, the largest app development and tech challenge of its kind in the African continent. FNB App of the Year recognises and celebrates local-game changers while championing app development...

TechNvst looks to transform Africa’s AI landscape

South African innovation commercialisation firm, TechNvst, is collaborating with Microsoft through the African Transformation Office (ATO) to launch the TechNvst AI Startups Uhuru Program. It says this new initiative is set to transform the landscape for AI-focused...

Modest Q2 growth for SA economy

The South African economy strengthened by 0,4% in the second quarter (April–June) of 2024. The finance, manufacturing, trade, and electricity, gas & water supply industries drove most of the economy’s momentum on the production (supply) side. On the expenditure...

Scientists report on last week’s meteorite that blew up over Gqeberha

Kathy Gibson reports - Scientists have confirmed that a big meteorite exploded close to Gqhberha last week (25 August), with witnesses reporting the flash and sound from hundreds of kilometres away. Researchers from the University of the Witwatersrand, Nelson Mandela...

SA children face big school readiness challenges

A major global survey of primary school teachers has revealed that a significant proportion of South African children are starting school without being developmentally ready, placing them at a disadvantage compared to their international peers. The survey, conducted...

UIF online platforms are down

The Unemployment Insurance Fund's (UIF's) online platforms are currently down. On 30 August 2024, the Pretoria High Court issued an interim interdict preventing, with immediate effect, a new service provider from rendering services for the UIF online portal. As a...

Cost of data breaches continues to soar

Although security teams worldwide are doing a much better job detecting and containing breaches, the average data breach cost continues to snowball, according to Stocklytics.com. In 2024, the average cost of a data breach skyrocketed to $4,88-million - up from...

Pre-paid electricity meters linked to energy poverty, food insecurity

A doctoral thesis by Isaac Kwamena Nunoo from the University of Cape Town's (UCT) School of Economics has highlighted the crucial role of electricity in enhancing household welfare in Ghana and South Africa. The thesis explores the impact of electricity and fuel usage...

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The way we work: from ‘all change’ to ‘you choose’

In 2020, we saw a generation's worth of change to working habits unfold at an accelerated pace over a few months. Alain Tshal, district manager at F5, Sub-Saharan Africa Remote work - which many parts of the business world had been gradually moving towards - became an...

Digital transformation crucial to the future of mining in SA

Mining has played a crucial role in South Africa's economy for the best part of two centuries. And while it may not play as big a role as it once did, it still contributed R400-billion to GDP in 2020 and employed more than 450 000 people. But if the sector is to...

Reimagine the employee experience in a work-from-anywhere world

The past year has fundamentally changed the way we work. It has encouraged us to reimagine our workspaces as community hubs to accommodate a more hybrid workstyle. Regardless of how companies work post-pandemic, virtual, in-person, or a combination of both, the...

Entangling payroll, HR and the POPIA

Yesterday (1 July 2021) was a significant day for organisations in South Africa, as the day when the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), took full effect. Cutting out the legal lingo, what does this have to do with any payroll and HR related matters? One...

The Sec. The Dev. And the Ops

Two things define development in business - speed to market and demand for quality. Unfortunately, these two targets rarely move in tandem, and rarely agree with one another. For the developers, speed is only the essence when it is added to the solutions they are...

Inside the mind of a cyber criminal

Cyber criminals come in many different flavours, but the majority of them are in it for one thing: financial pay-off. They want the money that comes with offering their tools or services, selling stolen data, extortion like ransomware or plain fraud. And they all have...

Creating factories of the future

Industry 4.0 technologies will increasingly be incorporated into the design of factories of the future. Digitalisation, intelligent automation and smartisation will allow these factories to operate more productivity, efficiently and cost-effectively. Raymond...

Dartcom to distribute LONGi Solar

South African specialist end-to-end infrastructure business Dartcom has signed an agreement with International solar technology company LONGi Solar for the distribution of its solar panels in South Africa. "As one of the most sought-after solar technologies globally,...

Ukheshe Technologies in JV with ForexPeople

Fintech enablement partner Ukheshe Technologies has confirmed the establishment of a new joint venture with ForexPeople, to facilitate cross border payments from South Africa into Africa. The service will extend from South Africa to more than 40 countries across...

Digital Implementation Specialist (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client is a global leader in digital marketing and client reporting solutions, empowering financial professionals to enhance data-driven decisions. With operations spanning four continents, they are rapidly expanding their team worldwide. Serving...

Data Scientist at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:With a focus on Africa, China, the UK and the US, this global investment firm offers you an opportunity to be involved with a unique approach to responsible investing whilst driving performance and innovation. This client is guided by a philosophy of...

Data Analyst at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Over the past 20 years, our client has built a stellar reputation in the development and system integration space. Through their extremely ethical values, they have earned the trust and respect of their clients. They prioritise finding effective...

Business Analyst at Parvana Recruitment

About the Role: As a Business Analyst, you will play a crucial role in bridging the gap between business needs and technology solutions. You will work closely with stakeholders to understand requirements, analyse processes, and recommend improvements to enhance...

Information Security Officer

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Application project manager

Contract - Application Project ManagerHybrid position The Project Manager manages key client projects. Project management responsibilities include the co-ordination and completion of projects on time within budget and within scope. Oversee all aspects of projects. Set...

FI Systems Analyst (Senior) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Job Title: Senior FI Systems Analyst Location: Midrand / Menlyn / Rosslyn / Home Office (Hybrid Rotation) Industry: Motor Industry Join a Global IT PowerhouseOur client in the Motor Industry is looking for a Senior FI Systems Analyst to join their dynamic IT team. You...

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Join a human-centric tech and design agency that partners with global and local brands to create innovative, user-first digital solutions. Key Requirements Develop and maintain mobile applications for iOS and Android platforms.Minimum 3 years of mobile application...

DevOps Engineer – Gauteng Centurion

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