WLAN market bounces back
According to a recently published report from Dell’Oro Group, enterprise class Wireless LAN (WLAN) revenue increased by 11% on year-over-year basis. The adoption of the latest technology, WiFi 7, continued its ascent, reaching 12% of units shipped worldwide. “This is...
Items lost and found on Uber rides
South Africans are always on the move – sometimes so quickly that we leave behind everything from wallets to wigs, wedding veils and water bottles. Uber South Africa’s recently released Lost & Found Index offers a glimpse into what happens when a little rush, a...
Microsoft boosts AI healthcare market
Microsoft's recent announcement that it will be further integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into its applications is expected to contribute significantly to the 31% CAGR in the AI healthcare space between 2022 and 2027, says research group GlobalData. In the last...
Strong momentum for security spend in Europe
European security spending will grow by 12,3% in 2024, marking another year of strong momentum with double-digit growth, according to IDC's Worldwide Security Spending Guide. Spending in the region is expected to increase at a steady pace throughout the whole 2022 to...
Illegal cigarettes cost SA billions
South Africa has been losing billions of rands on illegal cigarettes - more than R100-billion since 2010. New research from University of Cape Town (UCT) academics Dr Nicole Vellios and Professor Corné van Walbeek says that in 2022 alone, the government lost...
Capacity building support, training for Lesotho ESOs
Tshimologong Precinct welcomed 14 Enterprise Support Organisations (ESOs) from Lesotho for the ESOs second cohort Capacity Building Programme. The programme is for the Government of Lesotho, through the Competitiveness and Financial Inclusion (CAFI) Project under the...
Conflict, climate shocks drive African displacement
Conflict and violence remain the main drivers of displacement and movements in sub-Saharan Africa in 2022, exacerbated by increasing climate shocks and hazards, according to a new report by the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) and the African Union...
Nampak detects security breach
Nampak has become the latest victim of cybercrime, having detected unauthorised activity on its IT systems last week (20 March 2024). Manufacturing and operations are not affected. The company has made a voluntary disclosure about the attack. "An unknown third-party...
Mobile IDs, MFA, sustainability emerge as top security trends
A new HID study, the 2024 State of the Security Industry Report, delves into the underlying concerns driving upcoming innovations and the technologies that underpin them, helping security leaders to be proactive in adapting to evolving challenges. This year's survey...
These are the top supply chain technology trends for 2024
Advancements in technology will provide supply chain technology leaders and chief supply chain officers (CSCOs) with opportunities to support new business models, augment and automate decision making and foster ecosystem collaboration, according to Gartner. With these...
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Paratus Namibia raises capital through rights issue
Paratus Namibia has raised N$50-million to continue with its aggressive infrastructure rollout in Namibia. As part of a rights issue transaction, Nimbus Infrastructure Limited has subscribed for 24 398 ordinary shares to be issued from the authorised shares of Paratus...
Women in Gaming highlights diversity
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The Learning Resource: the plumber
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Security terminology demystified: the worm
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Tips and tricks: It’s time to get pretty
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The thorny issue of productivity and efficiency
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Google Cloud, VMware extend strategic partnership
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Fujitsu the winner in Canalys Candefero EMEA Vendor Benchmark Ranking
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High-performing networks key for 4IR
Mobile network operators will play a crucial role in providing the infrastructure ecosystem that will enable other industries to harness the benefits of digitisation and implement new age solutions that will be brought about by the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Over...
Why it’s time to differentiate between a job and a course
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PHP / Rust Developer at QE Services – Western Cape Cape Town Region
My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for a PHP / Rust Developer to join them on a permanent basis. IT / Finance Responsibilities Build efficient, testable, and reusable Rust modulesSolve complex performance problems and architectural challengesEnsure code...
Intermediate Database Administrator – Gauteng Houghton Estate
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Principal Software Engineer (Ruby on Rails) (CPT Remote)
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Intermediate Backend Software Engineer
One of our clients who is the leading supplier of intelligent security solutions to security companies across Sub-Saharan Africa is looking for an intermediate backend software engineer. Key Requirements: Minimum of 5 years of development.Degree in Computer Science,...
Azure DevOps Engineer
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Principal Software Engineer (Ruby on Rails) (CPT Remote) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:APPLY your deep technical expertise to fill the role of a Principal Software Engineer who will architect fault-tolerant, highly secure, and scalable solutions that meet the evolving needs of customers of a dynamic Software Consultancy. You will have a...
Intermediate Backend Software Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
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