DFA and Ciena break fibre capacity records
DFA and Ciena, a global leader in high-speed connectivity, have achieved a landmark breakthrough in fibre capacity, delivering more than 4-times the performance of previous trials. Using Ciena’s WaveRouter and WaveLogic 6 Extreme solutions, DFA successfully...
Jordaan Burger is new MD for Sage AME
Sage has announced the appointment of Jordaan Burger as MD for its Africa & Middle East (AME) region, following a successful three-month period in the role on an interim basis. Since joining Sage in 2019, Jordaan has held several senior roles, including...
UCT and IDIA unveil VR software for astronomy data visualisation
The University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Department of Astronomy and the Inter-University Institute for Data Intensive Astronomy (IDIA) – a partnership between UCT, the University of the Western Cape and the University of Pretoria – have released new virtual reality (VR)...
Gavi-supported vaccines save millions of lives
More than 1,3-million future deaths were averted in 2023 thanks to vaccination programmes supported by Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance. This achievement, which translates to more than two lives saved every minute of the day, is highlighted alongside historic progress in...
Arctic sea ice near historic low; Antarctic ice declines
Arctic sea ice retreated to near-historic lows in the Northern Hemisphere this summer, likely melting to its minimum extent for the year on 11 September 2024, according to researchers at NASA and the National Snow and Ice Data Center (NSIDC). The decline continues the...
IBM opens second quantum data centre
IBM has opened its first quantum data centre in Europe, located in Ehningen, Germany. This is the second quantum data centre that IBM has deployed, and will be available via the cloud to the over 250 enterprises, governments and research institutions in the region....
Battery prices are still dropping: but for how long?
The Lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery cell market is forecast to reach over $400-billion by 2035, with costs continuing their downward trend. These are among the findings from a new IDTechEx report, “Li-ion Battery Market 2025-2035: Technologies, Players, Applications,...
PMI rebounds in September as manufacturing recovers
Following the contraction in August, the seasonally adjusted Absa Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) increased significantly by 9.2 points to 52.8 in September, up from 43.6 in August. This bounce indicates improved conditions, driven by stronger demand, easing...
Growth in IoT drives up risk
As the South African Internet of Things (IoT) market continues its exponential growth, projected to reach R223,07-billion by 2029, the Communications Risk Information Centre (COMRiC) is raising the alarm over increasing security risks associated with the proliferation...
Industrial systems under increasing ransomware, spyware attacks
Kaspersky’s report on the cybersecurity landscape for industrial control systems (ICS) in the second quarter of 2024, revealed a 20% increase in ransomware attacks compared to the previous quarter. The report underscores a growing threat to critical infrastructure...
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Imperial enhances digital supply chain offering in Africa
Imperial has announced that Vitalliance, its joint venture with technology provider One Network Enterprises, has been selected to steward the OpenLMIS platform serving nine countries in Africa, beginning in March 2021. OpenLMIS is a leading electronic logistics...
E-commerce: SA’s new frontier
The rise of e-commerce in the country over the past year may have been driven by the pandemic, South Africa was arguably too slow in initially adopting e-commerce, chiefly because it appeared focused on the niche upper end of the market. Thus, many retailers did not...
Tshimologong announces fifth edition of Digital Lab Africa
The fifth edition of Digital Lab Africa (DLA), the first mentorship and incubation program for African creatives in innovative and digital content, has launched its next call for applications. DLA is calling on artists, producers, designers, collectives, students or...
Mancosa offers forgery-proof blockchain certificates
In an effort to tackle the fake qualifications threat and to protect its brand reputation, higher education institution Mancosa is introducing a blockchain-based diploma certification service. The BCdiploma dematerialises and automates the issuance of certified...
SA private equity firm seeks investment opportunities of up to R350m
Private equity company Moshe Capital Fund Managers is actively seeking to invest R350-million into diverse companies with a solid presence in their sectors. The firm has secured a funding commitment from FNB Commercial and has entered into a partnership agreement with...
Beachhead Solutions partners with ITBlue Solutions
Beachhead Solutions, provider of cloud-managed PC & mobile device encryption, security, and data access control for businesses and managed service providers (MSPs), has announced a strategic partnership with ITBlue Solutions. Pairing Beachhead's built-for-MSP...
FirstWave signs partner agreement with Moja Access
Australian-headquartered, FirstWave has signed a three-year Level 1 Partner Agreement with Moja Access, part of pan-African technology company CSquared Group. FirstWave provides safety through the most accessible and adaptive cloud-based cybersecurity solutions that...
Is the agile approach right for your organisation?
The agile approach was initially applied to new software development but as time has moved on and, especially in the current environment, businesses are finding that this approach can be applied to a variety of scenarios. Anne-Marie Pretorius from Bizmod Consulting...
Higher ROI, lower risks when the people side of change is managed
Companies that prioritise their employees' change journeys during digital transformation projects, such as the remote working initiatives seen in 2020, are less exposed to risk and more likely to realise the return on their investments. This is because all change...
IBM, Junior Achievement expand access to digital skills
IBM and Junior Achievement (JA) South Africa have announced the Open P-TECH for Africa program which will provide South Africa's youth with skills relevant to the digital era and marketplace. As the Covid-19 pandemic leads to an unprecedented shift to online learning...
Software Engineer – C# & Python – Montague Gardens, Cape Town
Job Description:We are seeking a Software Engineer with expertise in Python and C# to join our team on a contract basis for 6 to 12 months. The ideal candidate will have experience in software development, specifically within manufacturing, industrial automation, or...
.NET Developer
Our client is seeking a skilled Senior .NET Developer to join their team. In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain complex web applications and services, drive technical decisions, and ensure high-quality, scalable software solutions. Key Responsibilities...
Network and Server Engineer – Gauteng Turffontein
Key Function:The key function of this position is to be a network and server engineer, with specific focus oncybersecurity. This role is responsible for developing and implementing secure network solutions, carryingout assessments and penetration testing with...
Software Engineer – C# & Python – Montague Gardens, Cape Town – Western Cape Cape Town
Job Description:We are seeking a Software Engineer with expertise in Python and C# to join our team on a contract basis for 6 to 12 months. The ideal candidate will have experience in software development, specifically within manufacturing, industrial automation, or...
.NET Developer – KwaZulu-Natal Hillcrest
Our client is seeking a skilled Senior .NET Developer to join their team. In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain complex web applications and services, drive technical decisions, and ensure high-quality, scalable software solutions. Key Responsibilities...
IT Support at QES
My client based in Cape Town (Somerset West) is currently looking for a Technical Product Support Specialist to join them on a permanent basis The Ideal candidate will be a Motorcycle enthusiast / familiar with the industry (Automotive)Passionate about ITMotorcycle...
Business Analyst
Business Analyst required for a company based in East London POSITION OVERVIEW:The successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing business processes, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing solutions to enhance efficiency and productivity. The...
Sap Solution Architect at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
This is a remote position.We are seeking a highly skilled SAP Solution Architect with a strong focus on integration and migration, particularly from SAP SD (Sales and Distribution) to LMD (Logistics Management), with MM (Materials Management) and some exposure to EWM...
IT Support at QES – Western Cape Somerset West
My client based in Cape Town (Somerset West) is currently looking for a Technical Product Support Specialist to join them on a permanent basis The Ideal candidate will be a Motorcycle enthusiast / familiar with the industry (Automotive)Passionate about ITMotorcycle...
Business Analyst – Eastern Cape East London
Business Analyst required for a company based in East London POSITION OVERVIEW:The successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing business processes, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing solutions to enhance efficiency and productivity. The...
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