Product refreshes, tariff expectations drive tablet growth
Worldwide tablet shipments grew 13,1% year-over-year in the second quarter of 2025 (2Q25), totaling 38,3-million units, according to data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Personal Computing Device Tracker. Growth continued from the...
How African banks are transforming
Banking in Africa is undergoing a transformation as hyper-personalisation, AI integration and financial inclusion drive major changes. A new report from Backbase and African Banker magazine, "Retail banking: Competing for the modern African customer" is based on an...
First metal part 3D-printed in space
The first metal 3D printer in space, a collaboration between ESA and Airbus, has printed its first metal product on the International Space Station, a breakthrough in crew autonomy for future long-duration exploration missions. ESA’s Metal 3D Printer, a technology...
ISPA calls for SMME access to spectrum
The Department of Communications and Digital Communications should be commended for its “Next Generation Radio Frequency Spectrum Policy for Economic Development” issued in May 2024. However, it remains unclear exactly how SMMEs will get access to high-demand...
Seacom explores SMME collaboration
Seacom has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with South Africa’s ICT SMME Chamber to explore collaborative efforts aimed at empowering small, medium, and micro enterprises (SMMEs) in the telecommunications sector. Under the terms of the MoU, Seacom and the...
Westcon-Comstor is moving
Westcon-Comstor is moving from its Midrand warehouse and offices to new office space within the Waterfall Precinct. “Our move might not be a huge geographical leap, as the new southern African head office will be a stone’s throw away from the current facilities, but...
Minimum growth for security appliance revenues
According to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Security Appliance Tracker, total market revenue in the global security appliance market grew 0,5% year over year in the second quarter of 2024 (2Q24) to $4,2-billion, an increase of $20-million...
New metamaterial promises better 6G networking
A new cheap and easily-manufactured device could lead to improved satellite communication, high speed data transmission, and remote sensing, scientists say. A team of engineers led by researchers from the University of Glasgow have developed a ultrathin 2D surface...
Dell, Red Hat collaborate on open source workloads
Dell Technologies and Red Hat are working together to bring Red Hat Enterprise Linux AI (RHEL AI), a foundation model platform built on an AI-optimised operating system that enables users to more seamlessly develop, test and deploy artificial intelligence (AI) and...
Smart satellite services deliver better healthcare
Q-KON has installed a Eutelsat OneWeb LEO system at the Platinum Health Modikwa Clinic – the first time that a LEO satellite service has been used in the healthcare industry in South Africa. Situated at the Modikwa Mine in Mpumalanga near Burgersfort, Modikwa Clinic...
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How fitness can step up your gaming
From everyday enthusiasts to esports professionals, the gaming industry surged in 2020. This growth also increased competition, challenging esports’ premier athletes and novice gamers alike to find ways beyond the screen to level up their play. Enter Jasper Schellens,...
Vodacom zero-rates Bright Sky SA gender-based violence awareness app
Vodacom has zero-rated its Bright Sky SA app, which was launched in November last year. This ensures that Vodacom users will not incur any data costs when downloading the app or accessing many of the referral links to Gender-Based Violence (GBV) support services found...
Complexity still cybersecurity’s worst enemy
Multi-vendor security environments and an unmanageable number of security alerts are causing cybersecurity fatigue in IT security specialists, and harming organisations' ability to protect themselves. By Fady Younes, cybersecurity director: Middle East & Africa at...
New MD for made-in-SA Mara Phones
Mara Phones, South Africa’s manufacturer of smartphones, has appointed Sylvester Taku CA (SA) to the position of MD with immediate effect. Taku has been doing business in Africa for over 20 years and has made accelerating growth through smart, well-considered moves...
SA investors turn to guaranteed investment solutions
Just when South Africans thought they’d seen the worst in 2020, the second wave of Covid-19 infections hit. Given this latest resurgence of volatility and uncertainty, local investors are understandably concerned about the state of the market and what they can do to...
Bluegrass Digital wins top app developer recognition
When it comes to app development, Bluegrass Digital is an industry leader and one of the most trusted development agencies. From new start-ups to established businesses, clients trust Bluegrass Digital and its expert team to build apps. Bluegrass Digital provides...
Mastercard, Network International accelerate digital payment adoption in MEA
Mastercard and strategic partner Network International have collaborated to launch a new digital platform which will accelerate the adoption of digital payments across the Middle East and Africa. With this new digital platform launching in January, Network...
The growing role of SASE for enterprises
SD-WAN provider Silver Peak, recently acquired by Aruba, is now better able to help enterprises successfully transform their wide area network (WAN) and security architectures, and advance their digital transformation. This includes the ability for enterprises and...
Crush workplace communication in the Millennial Age
The modern workplace is being transformed by technology. Companies that are embracing all things digital are reaping the benefits while those that don’t, run the risk of being left behind. But with more than half the workforce now made up of tech-savvy Millennials, is...
The role of technology in unlocking trade value in East Africa
Is it too soon to be optimistic about an economic revival in East Africa following the devastating impact of COVID-19 on the global economy? By Pedro Guerreiro, MD: Central Africa at SAP The latest data - and the region's continued focus on transforming its key...
Specialist BI Developer and Implementation Support (JHB) – Gauteng Johannesburg
ENVIRONMENT:A well-established and rapidly growing provider of mobility and retail solutions is seeking a motivated and skilled Implementation Support & Business Intelligence Developer to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in...
Data Engineer at Datonomy Solutions
We are looking for a Data Engineer to join our team in Cape Town, on an initial 12-month contract, onsite.The Data Engineer will work within the Business Intelligence team of the information technology division and will be responsible to work closely with our...
Integration Developer at Financial Intelligence Centre
JOB PURPOSE: Design, build, and implement integration solutions that connect various software applications, systems, and databases within an organisation and ensure seamless data exchange and communication between different IT systems meeting the business requirements...
CIS Specialist
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Collective Investment Scheme Product Specialist to manage the application processes with the FSCA for new fund applications, ballot processes, fund closures, and S65 applications.Must have completed a Bachelor's Degree...
Data Engineer at Datonomy Solutions – Western Cape Cape Town
We are looking for a Data Engineer to join our team in Cape Town, on an initial 12-month contract, onsite.The Data Engineer will work within the Business Intelligence team of the information technology division and will be responsible to work closely with our...
Integration Developer at Financial Intelligence Centre – Gauteng Pretoria
JOB PURPOSE: Design, build, and implement integration solutions that connect various software applications, systems, and databases within an organisation and ensure seamless data exchange and communication between different IT systems meeting the business requirements...
CIS Specialist – Western Cape Cape Town
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Collective Investment Scheme Product Specialist to manage the application processes with the FSCA for new fund applications, ballot processes, fund closures, and S65 applications.Must have completed a Bachelor's Degree...
Senior Project Manager at Datonomy Solutions
We are looking for a Senior Project Manager to join our team in Cape Town, on an initial 12-month contact onsite.Responsibilities:Establish necessary Program/Project Governance and structures.Facilitate the process for Business Case development and approval.Ensure...
Senior IT Support Technician
This is a full-time on-site role for a Senior IT Support Technician. The Senior IT Support Technician will be responsible for providing technical support and troubleshooting for desktop computers, printers, Wi-Fi, network connectivity and other devices. They will also...
Integration Developer
Integration DeveloperPretoriaPermanentSalary - Market Related Overview/About the Position: Design, build, and implement integration solutions that connect various software applications, systems, and databases within an organisation and ensure seamless data exchange...
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