More threats to software supply chains
Kaspersky reports that, by the end of 2024, a total of 14 000 malicious packages were found in open-source projects, a 48% increase compared to the end of 2023. A total of 42-million versions of open-source packages were examined by Kaspersky during 2024 in search for...
What needs to change to empower MSMEs
With high unemployment remaining one of South Africa’s most urgent challenges, the role of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in scaling job creation and stimulating inclusive economic growth has never been more critical. Yet, as Finfind’s SA MSME Access to...
Microsoft pumps up AI investments with $1,5bn into G42
Microsoft has announced a $1,5-billion strategic investment in UAE-based artificial intelligence (AI) technology holding company G42. As part of the partnership, Brad Smith, vice-chair and president of Microsoft, will join the G42 Board of Directors. Building on the...
Tesla decimates global workforce
Elon Musk's Tesla is shedding 14 000 jobs, about 10% of its global workforce. The news comes amid a flagging market and increased competition from China. Hours after Musk made the announcement in a mail to employees, two senior executives resigned from the company....
Inkjet, colour lasers drive regional printer growth
The overall Middle East and Africa (MEA) hardcopy peripherals (HCP) market posted growth in both units and value in FY2023, according to the latest insights from International Data Corporation (IDC). The technology research and consulting firm's Worldwide Quarterly...
WiFi 7 market hits $1bn before launch
The WiFi 7 market has already reached $1-billion, well ahead of its May 2024 launch. Projected to reach $24,2-billion by 2030, WiFi 7 represents a transformative shift in wireless technology, demanding exploration by IT professionals. These are among the findings of...
Intel, Ubisoft collaborate on 2024 Star Wars Outlaws
Intel is the exclusive CPU launch partner for the much-anticipated game Star Wars Outlaws, releasing in 2024. Both Intel and Massive Entertainment - a Ubisoft Studio - have been hard at work behind the scenes to ensure PC gamers get the best possible experience at...
Crypto exchange VALR gets regulatory CASP license
VALR, the Pantera-backed crypto exchange headquartered in Johannesburg, announced that it has been granted both a Category I and Category II license by the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) of South Africa as a Crypto Asset Service Provider (CASP). The FSCA...
How Meta is preparing for SA elections
Over many years, Meta has developed a comprehensive approach to elections on our platforms, writes Balkissa Ide Siddo, public policy director: sub-Saharan Africa at Meta. But we know that no two elections are the same. That's why our team is developing a tailored...
Hubble spots a galaxy hidden in a dark cloud
The spiral galaxy IC 4633, snapped here by the NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope, is located 100-million light-years away from us in the constellation Apus. IC 4633 is a galaxy rich in star-forming activity and also hosts an active galactic nucleus at its core. From our...
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Axon in African first for SIM registration
South African firm Axon Wireless has launched Africa's first 'tap and go' system for mobile SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card registration. Ivory Coast is the first country on the continent where mobile users are able to comply with KYC (Know Your Customer)...
Keep customers and make sales this Black Friday
Five years ago, Black Friday and Cyber Monday didn't even exist in South Africa. Today, they're a major cash cow for local retailers. On Black Friday last year, consumers spent a record R2,9-billion, and that number is expected to jump 30% this year, with e-commerce...
Westcon-Comstor to distribute Juniper in sub-Saharan Africa
Westcon-Comstor Sub-Saharan Africa has announced its appointment as a value-added distributor for Juniper Networks, a leader in secure, AI-driven networks. Per the agreement between the parties, resellers throughout sub-Saharan Africa will now have access to Juniper's...
The importance of XDR for cyber protection
With 35% of South African organisations expecting an imminent cyberattack and a further 31% bracing for it to happen within a year, according to local research conducted by Trend Micro, attention is turning to whether existing solutions are up to the challenge of...
Wearable sensor platform now available in SA
Graphic Image Technologies (GIT) has announced the local availability of FLIR's industry-first wearable sensor platform, TruWitness. With its game-changing design, TruWitness brings together video, audio, location data, Internet of Things (IoT) capabilities, and cloud...
Solve compliance issues in Africa
Business in Africa has never been better due to a slew of new investment opportunities on the continent, and companies around the globe are eyeing Africa as an attractive prospect to grow their businesses into new markets. In fact, a report by Deloitte revealed that...
Developing skills for the digital age
The Nairobi Bottler's Embakasi Plant based in Nairobi, Kenya, a fully owned subsidiary by Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA), has received a Totally Integrated Automation training rig from Siemens Digital Industries South Africa to enable skills development in...
Vodacom adds affordable smartphone offers
Vodacom has taken an active step in driving financial and digital inclusion by giving customers the opportunity to purchase a 4G smartphone with an option to pay over a period of 12 months with zero interest. "Many people in the country cannot afford high-tech...
Heficed launches Nigerian presence
For the IaaS industry, a market that is set to grow by $101,56-billion in the next five years, the African continent holds a special potential for growth. Nigeria, Africa's largest economy, is already attracting international companies. Heficed, a provider of network...
Rochelle Ponen joins Kyocera Document Solutions SA
Rochelle Ponen has been appointed as Kyocera Document Solutions South Africa's (KDZA's) hardware product manager, bringing 10 years of experience in sales, marketing and procurement to the new position. Ponen will be in charge of managing the hardware portfolio's A3...
FI Systems Analyst – 0662 – Gauteng Pretoria
FI System Analyst with IT, Business or Finance Degree and experience in SAP FI and system/business analysis in a costing role required for a reputable global company based in GautengSAP MMQlik ReportingAWS QuickSightFamiliar with Agile workingSome SAP ABAP, Modelling...
Business Analyst at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Centurion
This is a remote position.TECHNICAL BUSINESS ANALYST – FRONT-END & API INTEGRATION Are you a tech-savvy problem solver with a knack for bridging the gap between business and IT?Do you thrive in an environment where front-end meets back-end, and APIs are your...
Test Engineer (Senior) Python/C#/Java – Gauteng Pretoria
Design and implement comprehensive test plans, including system tests, and load tests. Automate testing processes to ensure efficient and reliable testing. Carry out black box testing on existing components. Collaborate with development teams to identify and resolve...
Senior Java Developer and Technical Team Leader
Senior Java Developer / Tech LeadWe are seeking a skilled Senior Java Developer / Tech Lead to join our dynamic IT team. This role offers an opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies, designing and developing microservice-based applications using Java, Spring,...
Data Analyst
Position : Data Analyst Area: Durban We're looking for a detail-oriented Data Analyst to support our planner and help drive data-driven decision-making in the Durban branch. If you have advanced Excel skills and a keen eye for numbers, this could be the perfect...
Intermediate Software Developer
SUMMARY We currently have a 12-month contract opportunity available with the possibility of being renewed for an Intermediate Software Developer to either be based in Cape Town or Gauteng. Most of the time you will be working remotely whilst being part of a Solutions...
Project Manager
My client based in Bellville (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for a Senior Project Manager to join them on a fixed term contract IT / Finance Responsibilities Develop project plans, including scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, resources, and budgetLead...
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Design, develop, and execute automated test scripts using Python, .NET, and Angular. Utilize Xray for managing test cases, executing tests, and tracking defects. Collaborate with development teams to understand application functionality and create comprehensive test...
Senior Java Developer and Technical Team Leader – Gauteng Centurion
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Data Analyst – KwaZulu-Natal Durban
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