New battery factory drives industrialisation, job creation

Kathy Gibson reports - Actom has opened a new assembly line for locally-assembled LiFePO₄ battery energy storage systems (BESS). Yesterday, the company also announced that is expanding manufacturing capacity for its high voltage equipment. These moves are significant...

Herotel brings Amazon’s Leo satellite services to SA

Kathy Gibson reports – Herotel has signed a distribution agreement with Amazon to bring its Leo Constellation satellite service to South Africa. Set to go live in 2027, South Africa will be among one of the first countries in the world to connect to the low earth...

Social media the top culprit as deepfake fraud grows

Deepfake attacks are growing, and costing people more. Scial media is the main culprit

Muse highlights privacy, copyright issues in AI training

Copyright and privacy issues under the spotlight as Meta withdraws Muse feature

The path to growth and efficiency for African banks

Leading banks are reshaping their operations to deliver sustainable growth and cost efficiency. This is according to a new KPMG report, “Banking Transformation: The New Agenda”. Drawing on a global survey of 228 banking leaders, it outlines practical strategies for...

Online voting for AFRINIC board opens today

ISPA, South Africa’s official internet Industry Representative Body (IRB), reminds members of AFRINIC (The African Network Information Centre) that online voting for the organisation’s new board opens today and urges them to vote for specific, worthy candidates....

Collaboration key for Africa’s clean energy progress

Energy access is undeniably one of the most crucial components of modern living. Reliable energy supply ensures that economies are growing by supporting critical industries like mining, manufacturing, agriculture, healthcare and education, while improving the lives of...

Spend on AI tech could hit $337bn in 2025

Organisations across all industries are strategically pivoting towards AI (artificial intelligence) to build resilient, AI-driven enterprises. This is among the findings from IDC’s FutureScape report, outlining IDC’s top 10 predictions shaping the future of the IT...

Channelwise Awards breaks records

A record-breaking number of reseller partners have already cast their votes in the Channelwise Awards Survey – and there are still 10 days to go before voting closes at midnight on 8 November 2024. As if more incentive is needed, this year one lucky voter will receive...

AI, GenAI top digital supply chain investment priorities

AI (including machine learning) and generative AI (GenAI) are the top digital supply chain investment priorities, according to a survey by Gartner. The global survey was conducted in June 2024 with 419 supply chain leaders that had influence in their organizations’...

Cyber risk mitigation now a necessity

With a significant increase in both the frequency and severity of cyber claims, Allianz Commercial’s Complex Claims handler, Mukondeleli Masiza, delivered crucial insights on cyber risk mitigation at the recent SNG Grant Thornton Cyber Security Awareness Summit. In...

Digitalisation puts African tech startups in a good position

With digitalisation as a key enabler of organic growth in greenfield projects in Africa, technology startups are well placed to capitalise on the desire of larger and established corporations wanting to move into various enterprise technologies in the region,...

Lack of privacy makes people want to disconnect

It’s estimated that 67,5% of the global population use the Internet – but many of them would like to ditch it. Compared to 2022, even more people would like to delete themselves from the Internet this year, according to joint research carried out this year by NordVPN...

ITU forum comes up with digital innovation ideas

The Global Innovation Forum held by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) has identified key ways to help close the “digital innovation gap”. The suggested approaches, focusing on critical factors from expanding collaboration to attracting investment, are...

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B2B ecommerce is changing sales and that’s important

For years, ecommerce has been a disruptive force. All you have to do is take a walk through any city centre and look at how brick and mortar stores are faring. More and more businesses are moving online. By Robbie Kearns, senior regional vice-president of Salesforce...

How to spot digital banking fraud

To prevent becoming the victim of fraudsters, it's vital to be on guard, especially when using transactional, card-based accounts linked to cheque and savings accounts. "The Office of the Banking Ombudsman recently pointed out these transactional accounts are among...

A digitised supply chain necessary for building business efficiency

Cloud technology is driving change and accelerating digital transformation across multiple industries simultaneously. Not only is cloud technology itself evolving at pace, but the way organisations buy and manage software is having to adapt as well. Marilyn Moodley,...

The vital role of managed services for secure networks

The exciting evolution of connectivity will undoubtedly touch every aspect of society and change it for the better. By Mohamed Elsokkary, head of managed services for Gulf countries at Ericsson With the deployment of 5G and the demand for reliable, secure, and robust...

SA’s unemployment stats in context

All countries have their own laws, regulations and policies and this to a very large extent determines the environment within which jobs can be created. By Johann van Tonder, economist at Momentum Investments Should such an environment not be "job creation friendly",...

Dimension Data receives 2021 SAP Pinnacle Award

NTT has received the 2021 SAP Pinnacle Award in the Global Outsourcing Service Partner of the Year category, which recognises its outstanding contributions as an SAP partner. Representing NTT in the Middle East and Africa territory is Dimension Data, who has been...

EOH sells off Sybrin

EOH has entered into a share purchase agreement for the sale of Sybrin to a consortium group comprising of One Thousand & One Voices Management (Mauritius) (1K1V) and Crossfin Technology Holdings (CFTH) and their black economic empowerment partners led by Isaac...

Inject new talent into the factory of the future

There has been a heightened interest in attracting millennials to manufacturing. Besides the need to attract young, digitally-savvy talent to the industry, baby boomers are starting to retire in masses. By Terence Moolman, chief human resources officer at Syspro A...

Westcon-Comstor partners with Check Point on security consolidation

Westcon-Comstor Sub-Saharan Africa is partnering with security vendor Check Point to help customers consolidate the security landscape and reduce the number of products required to ensure a zero trust approach to securing the business. "Security remains the number one...

Precisely bolsters data governance with Infogix buyout

Master Data Management partner, Precisely, has announced a definitive agreement to acquire data integrity and governance software provider Infogix. Precisely helps companies achieve a foundation of trusted data on which to build their digital futures. The company's...

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ENVIRONMENT:Our client seeks a Software Developer to join their team in Cape Town. They are a dynamic Software Development company specializing in bespoke software solutions, architecture consulting, and systems integration. The ideal candidate should have a strong...

Cabling- CCTV Camera Technician – Gauteng Vereeniging

We are looking for technician will be responsible for the installation of cables and cameras at client's premises. Maintains quality levels according to set standards. Maintains and monitors interface stock levels. Completes administrative documentation as and when...

Software Developer (Python) – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:Our client seeks a Software Developer to join their team in Cape Town. They are a dynamic Software Development company specializing in bespoke software solutions, architecture consulting, and systems integration. The ideal candidate should have a strong...

Data Analyst at PnP

IntroductionThe Space & Range Data Analyst is responsible for extracting, collating, analysing, auditing, and reporting KPIs, Master data, Metadata and Customer data pertaining to company space and range ecosystem, in support of the Commercial strategic objectives...

Back-end Software Developer (SQL, ASP) (CH1141) (FULLY REMOTE)

Our client is a forward-thinking technology company committed to transforming how small and mid-sized businesses manage their finances and operations. They develop intelligent, automated systems that streamline accounting, payroll, compliance, and payment workflows —...

JavaScript/Web Software Engineer – 2325

Hybrid: Midrand/Menlyn/Roslyn/Home OfficeESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:Technical & Functional:Understanding and experience in the IT SDLC processGood grasp of business/user requirements and translating these into system documents and functionsAbility to quickly...

Data Analyst at PnP – Western Cape Cape Town

IntroductionThe Space & Range Data Analyst is responsible for extracting, collating, analysing, auditing, and reporting KPIs, Master data, Metadata and Customer data pertaining to company space and range ecosystem, in support of the Commercial strategic objectives...

JavaScript/Web Software Engineer – 2325 – Gauteng Pretoria

Hybrid: Midrand/Menlyn/Roslyn/Home OfficeESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:Technical & Functional:Understanding and experience in the IT SDLC processGood grasp of business/user requirements and translating these into system documents and functionsAbility to quickly...

Senior Data Technologist at Financial Intelligence Centre

JOB PURPOSE Responsible for scoping, sourcing/gathering, integrating and analyse complex financial, statistical and visual/spacial data to provide high-quality forensic evidence in support of the Financial Intelligence Centre's mandate. KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS • Data...

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