Overpricing costs SA homeowners time and money
South African homeowners risk losing both time and value when they overprice their properties, according to the newly released MyProperty Sentiment Index 2025. The report, based on feedback from over 200 estate agents, reveals that over 75% of homes end up selling...
Hackathon aims for African AI sovereignty
The Cortex Hub has announced the launch of the MCP Hackathon Africa 2025, a continent-wide initiative designed to embed African languages, culture, and priorities into the next generation of Artificial Intelligence. Running across more than 40 cities from September to...
Broadband adoption ramps up in Africa
Kathy Gibson reports from Africa Tech Festival – Broadband is leading the connectivity charge in Africa as countries across the continent get access to fast networks. This was the overarching message from the Africa Broadband Forum 2024, held on the sidelines of the...
Surge in demand for AI in contact centres
Contact centres are under increasing pressure to improve customer experiences despite having fewer resources and, while 100% are turning to AI and automation for help, many face challenges due to limited in-house expertise. This is one of the key findings of a new...
Non-access to clean cooking poses deadly risks for millions in Africa
African policy makers and international partners meeting at this year’s UN Climate Change Conference - COP29 - have highlighted the urgent crisis posed by lack of access to clean cooking, a challenge impacting 1.2-billion people across Africa and leading to millions...
IBM, SEforALL launch new AI for energy and urban development
At COP29, IBM and Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL) have announced new, publicly available artificial intelligence (AI)-powered solutions to inform more sustainable urban development for cities and communities around the world - enabling decision-makers and policy...
What financial cyberthreats to expect in 2025
Kaspersky experts have shared their vision for the financial cybersecurity landscape evolution in 2025 in the company’s latest Kaspersky Security Bulletin: Crimeware and financial cyberthreats in 2025 report. One of the trends indicated in the report is that as the...
Understanding the severity of TB in children
A groundbreaking study by researchers from the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Department of Paediatrics and Child Health, Boston University School of Public Health (BUSPH), and the University of São Paulo has revealed a critical gap in understanding the risk of...
Africa could unlock potential with AI
Kathy Gibson reports from Africa Tech Festival – Africa, rich in culture and human potential, is standing at the cusp of an artificial intelligence (AI) revolution. Large language models, blockchain, and the Internet of Things all hold out immense potential to propel...
In Africa, poor infrastructure is compounded by operational inefficiencies
Kathy Gibson reports from Africa Tech Festival – Infrastructure gaps inhibit access for hundreds of millions of unconnected Africans – but the bigger issue is our inability to orchestrate the networks that we do have. That’s the word from Funke Opeke, MD of MainOne,...
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EOH to list on A2X
EOH Holdings has been approved for secondary listing on A2X Markets and its ordinary shares will be available for trade from Friday 13 August 2021. EOH Limited will retain its listing on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) and its issued share capital will be...
Homegrown battery manufacturer secures R20m investment
I-G3N, a black empowered female-owned SME that has successfully developed lithium-ion batteries specifically for the African continent, has successfully raised R 20 million from Edge Growth and the ASISA ESD initiative. Edge Growth and the ASISA ESD initiative have...
Tips for women on building a career in cybersecurity
Representation of women in the cybersecurity industry has grown over the past years and, while this is positive, there is still room for improvement. Growth and success in this area requires that everyone work together to amplify but this is easier said than done. How...
A reactive approach could leave your data vulnerable
The Protection of Personal Information Act (PoPIA) is now in full effect, after a lengthy introduction phase. This, added to the pressure of ongoing lockdowns necessitating continued remote working, is putting a lot of pressure on organisations when it comes to data...
Colocation an ideal stepping stone to the cloud
Driven by the ongoing global pandemic as well as long-standing loadshedding concerns, increasing numbers of South African organisations have had to enable remote working. By Barry Kemp, head of managed IT at Vox While moving to the cloud is often presented as the...
Cloud monocultures elevate risks of cyberattack, service outages
The mass adoption of cloud services and the pressure to consolidate vendors along with the tightening of budgets due to the ongoing COVID pandemic is creating the risk of security monocultures that could put organisations at greater risk. By Brian Pinnock,...
Advanced reporting: the unsung hero of a modern data-driven contact centre
With research showing that up to 96% of customers would consider switching from a business after a single bad service experience, there can be no doubt that service is a key differentiator for today's customers. By Anne-Meine Gramsma, chief commercial officer of...
What is an omnichannel customer engagement hub and do I need it?
By now, most organisations know how important it is to engage with their customers on the right channel at the right time with the right information. But, when communication channels are owned and managed by different areas of the business, it's hard to create a...
Train the hybrid mind
More than 50% of IT teams believe that employees have bad security habits. Habits they've developed since moving their offices into the home and that put their information, systems and employers at risk. The statistic comes from the Tessian Back to Work Security...
Industry 4.0 and Industry 5.0 aren’t independent
During the pandemic, the mass adoption of working from home, online shopping, food delivery and virtual events has caused discussion around the evolution of the manufacturing industry and, specifically, Industry 5.0. By Mark Wheeler, director of supply chain solutions...
IT Senior Engineer
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Our client is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Project Analyst to support the successful delivery of IT and business projects. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working with cross-functional teams, and is...
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To research, design, develop, implement and mature technologies and solutions related to Cyber Security Operations (CSO) within the Department.JOB DESCRIPTIONProvide technical expertise as input into cloud security capabilities and appropriate controls for...
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Analyse and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and product requirements.Collaborate with design and production teams to optimize manufacturing processes and improve product quality.Develop and implement process improvements to enhance production efficiency...
IT Senior Engineer – Remote Remote
Job OverviewThe IT Senior Engineer is responsible for managing and maintaining the organization's IT infrastructure, network, and security devices, as well as providing advanced client support. This role requires a high level of autonomy and expertise to ensure the...
Project Analyst – Remote Remote
Our client is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Project Analyst to support the successful delivery of IT and business projects. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working with cross-functional teams, and is...
Cyber Security Specialist – Cloud – Gauteng Pretoria
To research, design, develop, implement and mature technologies and solutions related to Cyber Security Operations (CSO) within the Department.JOB DESCRIPTIONProvide technical expertise as input into cloud security capabilities and appropriate controls for...
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Seeking a Data Scientist to drive data-driven decision-making by building and deploying AI and BI solutions. Key Requirements Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Data Science, or related fieldMinimum 3 years' experience in data science and machine...
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Our client is seeking a dynamic and results-driven IT Project Manager to lead and coordinate strategic transformation projects across the business. This role is pivotal in driving visibility, alignment, and delivery of key initiatives that support the company's...
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