Despite challenges, economy shows resilience
August 2025 showed a fourth month of consecutive economic gains, a clear sign of economic resilience amid persistent headwinds. This is the headline finding from the PayInc Economic Index, launched today by PayInc, formerly BankservAfrica. With a refreshed...
ASML, Mistral AI enter strategic partnership
Semiconductor equipment manufacturer ASML Holding and France-based AI company Mistral AI have announced a strategic partnership based on a long-term collaboration agreement to explore the use of AI models across ASML’s product portfolio as well as research,...
AI-enhanced cyberthreats top list of emerging risks
Artificial intelligence (AI)-enhanced malicious attacks are the top emerging risk for enterprises in the third quarter of 2024, according to Gartner – for the third consecutive quarter. IT vendor criticality and an unsettled regulatory and legal environment are new,...
Don’t forget to vote in the Channelwise Awards
It’s that time of year again, when South Africa’s IT reseller partners get to voice their opinion and vote for the vendors and distributors they most enjoy working with. With voting set to close on 8 November, reseller partners are urged to get their votes in now. The...
Tablets see strong recovery in third quarter
Worldwide tablet shipments grew 20,4% in the third quarter of 2024 (3Q24) - totaling 39,6-million units - according to preliminary data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Personal Computing Device Tracker. The dismal 2023 market makes...
October is 2024’s best month for new vehicle sales
New vehicle sales reported their best performance of the year in October, the market reaching 47 924. This represents a 5,5% increase in sales driven by cyclical demand from the rental sector and an impressive performance from the passenger car segment. October sales...
AMD debuts Ryzen chips to enhance gaming
AMD has launched its next-generation Ryzen processors designed specifically to enhance performance for gamers. The lineup features the new AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D Desktop processor, based on the "Zen 5" architecture and utilising 2nd Gen AMD 3D V-Cache technology. With...
The pivotal role of cities in global growth and stability
Business leaders and policy makers recently gathered at the World Economic Forum's fourth annual Urban Transformation Summit to address the increasingly critical role of cities in today’s shifting geopolitical landscape. Cities, which generate over 80% of global GDP,...
A better approach to talent reviews …
Only 30% of managers who participate in talent reviews believe their leadership bench is strong, according to new research from the Gartner HR practice. A May 2024 Gartner survey of nearly 1 900 managers who participate in talent reviews also found: Nearly 60% spend...
Paratus completes East-West Africa fibre route
Paratus Group has completed its East-West Africa fibre route, offering a fast and resilient link to anywhere in the world from anywhere in the southern African region. The Paratus East-West route, the first coast-to-coast terrestrial route using Paratus built fibre...
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The changing face of education
The South African education sector has had to rapidly embrace online learning during the past year. But with schools, colleges, and universities quick to use new pathways to continue with class, there is increased pressure on their IT environments, especially given...
POPIA compliance: critical steps to take before 1 July
The eleventh hour is upon businesses who are not POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act) compliant. By Rian Schoeman, head of legal and chief privacy officer at LAWtrust The effective date of 1 July is upon us. Your business should have already started its...
Protect your ERP system from cybersecurity breaches
Cybercrime taps into the vulnerability of business systems and can pose a real threat to a robust supply chain. By JP van Loggerenberg, chief technology officer at Syspro A sophisticated ransomware attack recently targeted the world's largest meat processor. Following...
Can you meet POPIA conditions before it becomes enforceable
From 1 July 2021, the substantive implementation of key provisions of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) will finally become enforceable. By Janet MacKenzie, partner and head of the technology, media and telecommunications practice; and Reinhardt...
Getting what you pay for when it comes to home fibre
That frustrating moment when the connection drops in the middle of an important Zoom meeting with a client, or your favourite TV show fails to stream after a long, tiring day. Having a slow Internet connection is a pain we've all had to deal with. But why should we,...
Myths that employee tax training can dispel
When it comes to employee tax, a little training goes a long way towards restoring productivity. This is the word from Tanya Tosen, tax and remuneration specialist at Remuneration Consultants, who says many employees don't understand the complex tax calculations...
What’s the difference between lithium iron and lithium-ion batteries?
Lithium iron phosphate batteries are part of a group of batteries called lithium-ion batteries. Specifying that a battery is a lithium iron, or lithium iron phosphate, battery implies a host of characteristics which are important when choosing a battery type and...
sefa encourages young entrepreneurs to access funding
The Small Enterprise Finance Agency (sefa) believes that assisting young entrepreneurs is vital for South Africa's economy, and will boost efforts to achieve the country's National Development Plan 2030 goals. It is important for sefa to empower youth-owned businesses...
Fintech makes investment into FundingHub
Finch Technologies, a Cape-based fintech, has made a further significant investment to become the majority shareholder in South Africa's leading business finance marketplace, FundingHub, following a previous investment in 2019. "We made a second investment into...
SA first in line to experience new medical consultation technology
Conducting consultations and working through that waiting room queue is being disrupted with the introduction of uConsult, a multi-sided virtual consultation platform that home-based care accessible in South Africa. According to Dr Johan Pretorius, CEO of Universal...
Java Developer (Intermediate)(CH1139) – Western Cape Stellenbosch
Our client, a leading payment aggregator and provider of secure payments solutions, is looking for an Intermediate Level Java Software Developer to join their team in Stellenbosch. This will be a hybrid role.Responsibilities include:The role of Developer is divided...
Project Manager (Fabrication/Metal Works) – Western Cape Cape Town
Our client, a prestigious turnkey engineering solutions company, focuses on steel fabrication, seeks to employ a Project Manager, with a solid background in the fabrication of steel structures, piping, marine repair and bulk storage tanker, to join their dynamic and...
Senior Software Engineer at The Foschini Group
Package & RemunerationJOB DESCRIPTION Key Responsibilities: Design, code, test and implement APIs and applications in multiple frameworks and stacks. Work with architecture and engineering team members to build components and APIs for the enterprise Qualifications...
Lead Business Solution Architect at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
To lead the support and maintenance of business solutions, including ERP, Operational Technology, Enterprise Data Services, and other critical systems, to drive business value, improve operational efficiency, and enable strategic growth. This role ensures alignment...
Senior Software Engineer at The Foschini Group – Western Cape Parow East
Package & RemunerationJOB DESCRIPTION Key Responsibilities: Design, code, test and implement APIs and applications in multiple frameworks and stacks. Work with architecture and engineering team members to build components and APIs for the enterprise Qualifications...
Lead Business Solution Architect at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Centurion
To lead the support and maintenance of business solutions, including ERP, Operational Technology, Enterprise Data Services, and other critical systems, to drive business value, improve operational efficiency, and enable strategic growth. This role ensures alignment...
Junior Business Analyst (CH1144))
Our client is a South African boutique investment administration service provider is looking to employ brigh young Business Analysts.The company is responsible for investment administration for institutional investors, led by its founding members. We have assets of...
Business Architect
PeopleSolved is currently recruiting for a Business Architect/Senior Business Analyst with enterprise systems experience for a 1-year contract, based in CAPE TOWN. Job Opportunity: Business Architect / Senior Business Analyst (Enterprise Systems) About the Role: As a...
Junior Business Analyst (CH1144)) – Western Cape Cape Town
Our client is a South African boutique investment administration service provider is looking to employ brigh young Business Analysts.The company is responsible for investment administration for institutional investors, led by its founding members. We have assets of...
Business Architect – Western Cape Cape Town CBD
PeopleSolved is currently recruiting for a Business Architect/Senior Business Analyst with enterprise systems experience for a 1-year contract, based in CAPE TOWN. Job Opportunity: Business Architect / Senior Business Analyst (Enterprise Systems) About the Role: As a...
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