Malnutrition and pneumonia are major contributors to infant mortality
A University of Cape Town (UCT) study has found that malnutrition and pneumonia are major contributors to under-five mortality, with evidence suggesting the gut microbiome plays an important role in developing these conditions. In his PhD thesis in Paediatrics and...
Closing the care gap with satellite connectivity
Looking to overcome the connectivity challenges of remote mining regions, Platinum Health Medical Scheme has implemented low-earth orbit (LEO) satellite connectivity at its critical healthcare facilities to improve access to medical care for employees and families in...
Deskless workers run out of money before payday every month
The vast majority of South African deskless workers enjoy their jobs, although low wages and public transport are daily stressors. This is according to the 2024 Deskless Worker Pulse, a research report by Jem HR. Deskless workers fill roles in the food, hygiene,...
Technology a major fraud battleground
International Fraud Awareness Week (17 to 24 November 2024) is an annual global observance highlighting the scourge of fraud in society and the efforts that various sectors are implementing to address this growing challenge. "The role technology plays in fraud, and...
Most popular websites not complying with privacy regulations
An astonishing 75% of the 100 most visited websites in the US and Europe are not compliant with current privacy regulations, according to new research from Privado.ai in its 2024 State of Website Privacy Report. Despite stricter privacy enforcement in Europe, Privado...
Sluggish telecoms drives operators to be full-stack suppliers
Worldwide spending on telecommunications and pay TV services will reach $1,544-trillion in 2024, representing an increase of 2,4% year-on-year, according to the Worldwide Semiannual Telecom Services Tracker published by International Data Corporation (IDC). The latest...
Nvidia’s AI-driven triumph powered by strategic innovations
In a historic shift, Nvidia has taken Intel's coveted spot on the Dow Jones Industrial Average. For over two decades, Intel held its ground in this prestigious index after joining in 1999 alongside tech giant Microsoft and others. However, the advent of artificial...
Insurance industry embraces data analytics to improve risk management
The insurance industry is embracing technological advancements to enhance risk assessment, fraud detection, and customer insights. Insurance data analytics plays an essential role in improving decision-making and optimizing risk management, leveraging predictive...
Power shortages will restrict data centres, AI adoption
AI and generative AI (GenAI) are driving rapid increases in electricity consumption, with data centre forecasts over the next two years reaching as high as 160% growth, according to Gartner. As a result, Gartner predicts 40% of existing AI data centres will be...
Businesses need to be prepared for fraud
As organisations grapple with increasingly sophisticated fraud schemes, International Fraud Awareness Week – which takes place this week (18-22 November) serves as a critical reminder of the significant financial and reputational risks posed by fraud. With global...
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AI, telematics can improve driving behaviour under SA’s new driving laws
South Africa's Department of Transport announced the implementation of the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (AARTO) Act, which will introduce a new licence points demerit system geared towards imposing stricter penalties for road rule...
MetroFibre Networx achieves Level 2 BBBEE Rating
MetroFibre Networx has achieved a Level Two (2) BBBEE rating for 2021/2022 under the ICT Sector Charter targets. "We see transformation as an ongoing journey and not as an end point, and hence building an organisation that subscribes to all the tenets of diversity and...
African Bank appoints group CIO
African Bank has appointed Unathi Mtya as group CIO and as a member of the Group Executive Committee. Mtya joins African Bank from Grindrod Bank, where she was the chief technology officer. She has led several portfolios across a wide spectrum of information...
ABB opens Digital Solutions Centre in Joburg
ABB has opened its new South African Digital Solutions Centre, which aims to help companies across industries to overcome their most pressing technology and digitalisation challenges. The centre, at ABB's Longmeadow facility in Johannesburg, gives customers in the...
SA’s financial institutions need to pursue their own path to the cloud
Cloud adoption - including hybrid and multi-cloud adoption - is expanding fast among both private and public sector organisations of all sizes. At the enterprise level, consulting firm BCG estimates that two-thirds of companies globally already use multiple clouds. It...
Are you still connected to your customers in a digital world?
The way we communicate socially has changed, thanks to social media and mobile technology. For many, this has also translated to changes in the way we communicate professionally. By Sarthak Rohal, vice-president: IT services at AlphaCodes Digital has removed the...
Effective border control operations can aid sustainable recovery
Governments have been wrestling with the challenges of reopening borders and restarting economies while also performing their fundamental responsibility of protecting populations and national health systems from threats related to Covid-19 and its variants. By Peter...
Decision Inc is hiring in SA …
Decision Inc is looking for large numbers of talented people to join its team, to help fuel and realise their massive growth both locally and abroad. The company is recruiting 100 additional people across data engineering, business development, data science,...
Workonline opens routes for ZEOP
Workonline Communications has been awarded the IP transit provider contract by ZEOP, one of the services consortia members of METISS (MElting poT Indianoceanic Submarine System), the subsea fibre optic cable system connecting the Indian Ocean Islands to South Africa....
Self-sovereign digital identity is a game changer for African financial inclusion
Information is power. And personal information, or more specifically, who controls it, is rapidly becoming one of the most crucial business and consumer challenges of a digital economy. By Suren Pillay, interim chief technology officer, and Sean Mouton, head R&D:...
Embedded Software Development Engineer
Seeking a skilled Embedded Software Development Engineer with a passion for developing C++ software for embedded systems and real-time operating environments. Key Requirements BSc Honours or equivalent in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering6+ years in C++,...
Senior Full-Stack Developer
A Cape Town-based product company (hybrid setup) is hiring a Senior Full Stack Developer with solid architecture experience to join a close-knit team solving technically interesting problems. The work touches on everything from performance and scale to system security...
Business Analyst (SAP Supply Chain)
Our client is seeking a skilled and motivated Business Analyst SAP (Supply Chain) to join their team. This role is essential in driving continuous improvement across the company supply chain operations through the effective use of SAP MM, WM, and TM modules. Role...
DevOps Engineer – 3071 – Gauteng Pretoria
Hybrid Role: Menlyn/Midrand/Roslyn/Home OfficeESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:Strong expertise in DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipeline design and implementationProficiency in managing and automating infrastructure using tools like Terraform, Ansible, or...
Embedded Software Development Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Seeking a skilled Embedded Software Development Engineer with a passion for developing C++ software for embedded systems and real-time operating environments. Key Requirements BSc Honours or equivalent in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering6+ years in C++,...
Senior Full-Stack Developer – Western Cape Cape Town Region
A Cape Town-based product company (hybrid setup) is hiring a Senior Full Stack Developer with solid architecture experience to join a close-knit team solving technically interesting problems. The work touches on everything from performance and scale to system security...
Business Analyst (SAP Supply Chain) – Remote Remote
Our client is seeking a skilled and motivated Business Analyst SAP (Supply Chain) to join their team. This role is essential in driving continuous improvement across the company supply chain operations through the effective use of SAP MM, WM, and TM modules. Role...
Full Stack Developer – 2219
Hybrid Role: Menlyn/Midrand/Roslyn/Home OfficeESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:Proficiency in Java programming and related frameworks (e.g., JavaEE, Hibernate)Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and agile methodologiesExperience with...
Senior Audit Professional – Cape Town
Job Title: Senior Audit ProfessionalLocation: Cape Town, Western CapeIndustry: Accounting / Auditing / Financial ServicesEmployment Type: Full-timeHire Resolve's Client is seeking to hire a Senior Audit Professional in Kenilworth. A reputable and established...
First Line Support Engineer
We are currently recruiting for First Line Support candidates to join the Managed Service teams for clients based in Century City, Western Cape and for Sandton, Gauteng. Please note that both position will be onsite at our client's respective offices. This is a...
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