Truecaller adds info about call intent
Truecaller has added a new feature to its caller identity service: it can now tell users not only who is calling, but the intent behind the call. Using artificial intelligence (AI), Truecaller can now provide contextual insights on incoming calls. It also includes...
Paratus launches first private mobile network in Namibia
Pan-African telco Paratus has launched its first private mobile network in Namibia with LTE and 5G technologies – the culmination, it says, of two decades of investment in the country and fighting off the challenges of dominant state-owned competitors. The company...
Energy-efficient AI tackles sea pollution
What started as two classmates seeking a free graduation trip to Bali subsidised by a university project ended up as an AI-driven sea-cleaning boat prototype built of empty water bottles, hobbyist helicopter blades and a GoPro camera. University of Hong Kong graduates...
Africa adopts global norms for executive pay
The latest trends in executive pay in Africa show a growing alignment with practices in developed markets - although there are still gaps to fill, especially in remuneration disclosure and reporting. This is according to new research from law firm Bowmans, which...
African farmers get a digital boost
Looking to provide digital access to critical services for 100-million people and businesses in Africa over the next 10 years, the African Development Bank Group and Mastercard are co-chairing a new initiative called Mobilising Access to the Digital Economy (MADE)...
The top priorities for HR leaders in 2025
Leader and manager development remains the number one priority in 2025 for HR leaders for the third consecutive year, according to a new survey by Gartner. The continued focus on manager development comes as managers report feeling overwhelmed by their...
Mining industry embraces sustainability strategies
Mining companies are increasingly adopting sustainable strategies such as low-carbon smelting and advanced recycling programmes to reduce their environmental impact and boost efficiency – and these innovations optimise resource use and lower operational costs by...
Green electrons raised from private wind energy project
The South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA) has celebrated a milestone in South Africa’s renewable energy journey. Alongside its members - Reatile, AIIM, ACED, Sasol, and Rand Merchant Bank – it has witnessed the successful delivery of wind electrons from the...
Public warned about social media housing scams
The Department of Human Settlements (DHS) warns the public to be vigilant of relentless housing scams on social media platforms. Scammers falsely claim to be department employees and offer assistance with government-subsidised housing applications, targeting...
Applications open for the Orange Corners Designs programme 2025
Young entrepreneurs in Johannesburg are invited to elevate their businesses with the launch of the Orange Corners Designs (OCD) programme 2025. The programme, which focuses on empowering entrepreneurs with innovative solutions is now accepting applications for its...
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Fighting cybercrime on four fronts
Research shows that more than 16-million Covid-19-related cybersecurity threats were detected during 2020 - a year when many of our businesses, industries and sectors prioritised working online. These cybersecurity attacks ranged from malicious URLs, to spam emails...
Digitalisation will put SA ahead as we move beyond Covid
Many businesses have relied on technology for their survival over the past year. The Covid crisis has demonstrated its importance in terms of adaptability, scalability, and resilience, and for many, having the right tech has helped them do business. By Colin Timmis,...
Reasons to pursue a career in finance and accountancy
Why should you think about starting a career in finance and accountancy? By Karl Smith, SAIPA's senior manager: education, training and member support First of all, let's take a quick look at what these exciting fields are about. Finance - building and preserving...
SD-WAN an agile networking solution for an unpredictable business landscape
Software-defined networking in a wide area network (SD-WAN) has seen significant growth in recent years, and this is set to accelerate. By Sarthak Rohal, vice-president: IT services at AlphaCodes A study of the SD-WAN market by 360 Market Updates found that the market...
Roche app empowers SA patients
Roche Diagnostics has launched the iThemba Life mobile health application solution in South Africa. iThemba Life empowers patients to receive their diagnostic test results directly on their smartphones, a critical need in low- to middle-income countries with...
No wind or sun? There’s a battery for that
South Africans joined the rest of the world in marking World Earth Day to the backdrop of an electricity grid that is still under immense pressure and still dominated by coal, despite large mining houses announcing divestment in the fossil fuel source. While there are...
How freeing employees from their landlines can benefit your business
Many people ditched their home landlines long ago. In a world where everyone carries a cellphone on their person at all times, it just didn't make sense to hold onto them. Understandably, businesses have been slower to let go of the landline. You need a standard...
Accurate payroll data critical for a smooth filing season
Annual filing season is now open for businesses, with the South African Revenue Service (SARS) giving organisations until the end of May to submit all their employees' payroll and tax information. According to SARS: "The data that must be submitted to SARS from...
Tracker expands services with IFS
Tracker has selected an IFS solution that spans enterprise resource planning (ERP) functionality, service management capabilities and AI-powered customer engagement tools to provide an elevated customer experience, and reduce time and costs across Tracker's...
Nokia ranked top in 5G patents
Nokia has been ranked as number one in 5G patents in an independent study. In its study on Standard Essential Patents (published April 2021), independent analyst firm PA Consulting concluded that Nokia is number one for ownership of granted patents that the...
FI/CO ABAP Developer (Contract – Euros) at Parvana Recruitment
This is a remote position.About our client:Our client is a professional management consultancy and IT services provider, focused on delivering creative and innovative digital solutions. Their client base includes both startups and large corporations, but their mission...
SQL & LINUX Support Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Are you a problem-solver with grit, guts, and technical chops? We're on the hunt for two dynamic Support Engineers to join a high-performing team tackling international telecom systems. This is your chance to get your hands dirty with SQL, Linux, and live production...
FIELD SERVICES TECHNICIAN – Queenstown – Eastern Cape – Eastern Cape Eastern Cape
Key Responsibilities:Provide onsite technical support for the company's products and services.Diagnose and repair hardware issues (remove, replace faulty equipment).Inspect sites before installations and ensure they meet technical requirements.Install systems/products...
Business Analyst at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – KwaZulu-Natal Durban
Are you a data-driven problem solver with a knack for translating business needs into actionable insights? We are looking for a detail-oriented and strategic Business Analyst with a strong background in both retail and financial services to join our dynamic team.About...
SQL Developer at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
About our client:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...
Senior Service Desk Engineer at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:Our client is a global investment advisory firm focusing on long-term value creation through investment strategies. They work with a diverse group of institutional partners and pride themselves on their collaborative, sustainable, inclusive culture...
Integration Developer (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:Our client is a leading global payments company who is building on their demonstrated success of transforming the payments landscape. Join this winning team to enhance your career and have a really enjoyable work environment. This client invests...
Developer – C# (MASTER) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
Parvana Responsibilities: Deliver code that is functional, understandable, maintainable and testable. Work closely with analysts, documenters and testers. Automated testing of features developed. Deliver technical documentation as and when required. Act as a mentor to...
Data Analyst (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment – Remote Remote
This is a remote position.About our client:Our client develops and supports software and data solutions across a variety of industries. They want you to get ahead of the market and stay there. They offer a combination of plug and play products that can be integrated...
FI/CO ABAP Developer (Contract – Euros) at Parvana Recruitment – Remote Remote
This is a remote position.About our client:Our client is a professional management consultancy and IT services provider, focused on delivering creative and innovative digital solutions. Their client base includes both startups and large corporations, but their mission...
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