Surging investment, waves of change for African energy
I’ve said for years that African energy is a vital investment, writes NJ Ayuk, executive chairman of the African Energy Chamber. Backers clearly agree — to the tune of U$47-billion. That’s how much capital expenditure (capex) 2024 saw in African oil and gas, showing a...
Software-defined, AI powered vehicles coming soon
The automotive industry is grappling with an erratic transition away from current products and business models. An IBM Institute for Business Value study, “Automotive 2035”, highlights that over the next decade, 80% of new cars will have a powertrain that will be...
European enterprise networking market defies slowdown
According to the latest tracker data recently published by the International Data Corporation (IDC), the European Networking market grew by 32,6% year on year in Q1 2023, continuing its extremely strong performance throughout 2022 and defying expectations of a slower...
Meta launches new genAI tool, opens access to all
Meta and Microsoft have introduced the next generation of the open source large language model Llama. Llama 2 is free for research and commercial use, with the support of a broad set of companies and people across tech, academia, and policy. The launch sees the...
Encouraging uptick for the BETI in June
After months of sideways movements, the BankservAfrica Economic Transactions Index (BETI) recovered in June 2023 providing an encouraging outlook for South Africa's economy in the second quarter. "The BETI increased in June 2023 to an index level of 133.6 compared to...
Worldwide IT spend set for 4% growth
Worldwide IT spending is projected to total $4,7-trillion in 2023, an increase of 4,3% from 2022, according to the latest forecast by Gartner. As CIOs continue to lose the competition for IT talent, they are shifting spending to technologies that enable automation and...
Intel, Asus agree to take NUC products forward
Intel has agreed to a term sheet with Asus, agreeing to manufacture, sell and support the Next Unit of Compute (NUC) 10th to 13th generations systems product line, and to develop future NUC systems designs. "Our NUC systems product team delivered unique products that...
Global IaaS public cloud services revenue passes $100bn
The worldwide infrastructure as a service (IaaS) market grew 29,7% in 2022, to total $120,3-billion, up from $92,8-billion in 2021, according to Gartner. Amazon retained the top position in the IaaS market in 2022, followed by Microsoft, Alibaba, Google and Huawei....
Americans fear cyberterrorism more than nuclear war
According to a Gallup poll on world affairs, cyberterrorism is regarded by a majority of Americans as the most pressing danger to the US. A staggering 85% of respondents identified it as a "critical threat," surpassing all other concerns, an Atlas VPN team found....
Tips for protecting learners online
Enhancing learner online safety this new school term is about adopting a progressively protective approach. That's according to South Africa's Internet Service Providers' Association (ISPA) which says online threats to the country's school children are real, but can...
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‘Impolite science’ at Cape Town Science Centre
The Cape Town Science Centre will be running a Grossology programme, uncovering the science behind all things slimy, oozy, stinky, creepy, crawly & scaly, this weekend from 27 April to 1 May 2018. The new show, titled "Gums to Bums", allowing audiences to...
Ecobank invites entries for fintech challenge
Ecobank is inviting African fintech entrepreneurs to enter its Ecobank Fintech Challenge. Now in its second year, the initiative gives African start-ups the chance to promote their fintech solutions, and potentially to partner Ecobank in rolling-out their solutions...
Decrypting blockchain and cryptocurrencies
Cryptocurrencies are dominating the media. This one has collapsed, that one is on the rise, and a new one is around the corner. Their flavour isn't quite as piquant today as it was yesterday thanks to fraud, an upsurge in Initial Coin Offerings (ICO) and the...
WhoIs: where are you?
In April 2016, the European Union (EU) Parliament approved the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The GDPR will repeal the existing Data Protection Directive in the EU when it comes into force on 25 May 2018. By Somayya Khan, partner at Adams & Adams...
The big six of smart cities
The term smart city is not a new one and, while some examples already exist on the African continent, it is not as widespread as it should be. Urbanisation, economic, social and environmental sustainability requirements are putting increasing pressure on cities'...
Compliance requires an evolved availability approach
Let's face it, data compliance is hardly a new thing. But given the extent at which the reliance of organisations on data has grown in recent years, its level of importance has increased exponentially. Simply put, fall foul of the regulatory environment and the...
Importers must look beyond the VAT hike
Given the challenging economic environment, many have dreaded the recent one percentage point increase of VAT in South Africa. And, while this will have a significant impact on already under pressure households, businesses will not walk away unscathed especially those...
‘Deep learning’ added to anti-exploit solution
The latest iteration of Intercept X, the next generation anti-exploit software developed by the UK-based Sophos Group, features additional defences against scammers, hackers and damaging 'zero-day' attacks. "Intercept X has introduced the concepts of 'deep learning"...
Investing in STEM skills crucial to SA’s development
The basic education sector in South Africa needs to increase the number of institutions that focus on critical subjects such as science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM). So says Richard Firth, CEO of MIP Holdings, adding that it is crucial for South Africa...
Mauritius Union Group goes web-scale with Nutanix
The Mauritius Union Group (MUA), a financial services company based in Mauritius, recently replaced its core IT infrastructure with the Nutanix Enterprise Cloud OS software, enabling the company to incorporate storage, networking and compute in a single infrastructure...
Senior Business Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town
Understanding Business needsActing as an advisor to the businessFacilitating group workshops and meetings Gathering, identifying and documenting business requirementsMinimum Requirements:Matric / Tertiary Qualification BA Certifications Minimum 7 Years Business...
Tech Lead – Western Cape Bellville
Join one of South Africa's leading long-term insurance providers as a Tech Lead specializing in Cloud and DevOps. This key role is ideal for a strategic technologist passionate about delivering high-impact, scalable cloud solutions while championing a DevOps culture...
Project Manager
A well-established business is seeking a Project Manager.Qualification:BTech + 5 yearsexperience ((preferably Mechanical or Mechatronics), orBEng + 4 yearsexperience (preferably Mechanical or Mechatronics),MEng + 3 yearsexperience (preferably Mechanical or...
Project Manager – Gauteng Johannesburg
A well-established business is seeking a Project Manager.Qualification:BTech + 5 yearsexperience ((preferably Mechanical or Mechatronics), orBEng + 4 yearsexperience (preferably Mechanical or Mechatronics),MEng + 3 yearsexperience (preferably Mechanical or...
IT Operations Specialist (Microsoft 365 and Cybersecurity)
Role Overview:Our client, a well-established Hedge Fund Manager, with a long history of delivering excellent returns, is seeking a proactive IT Operations Specialist to join their IT team. This person will be responsible for monitoring and improving their Microsoft...
IT Operations Specialist (Microsoft 365 and Cybersecurity) – Gauteng Johannesburg
Role Overview:Our client, a well-established Hedge Fund Manager, with a long history of delivering excellent returns, is seeking a proactive IT Operations Specialist to join their IT team. This person will be responsible for monitoring and improving their Microsoft...
Helpdesk Agent Tier 1 and Tier 2 (Remote Working for a US Company)
A Software provider dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for the hospitality industry. As a Microsoft-aligned organization with proven Azure capabilities, they empower hotels to optimize their operations and enhance guest experiences through their cutting-edge...
Helpdesk Agent Tier 1 and Tier 2 (Remote Working for a US Company) – Remote Remote
A Software provider dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for the hospitality industry. As a Microsoft-aligned organization with proven Azure capabilities, they empower hotels to optimize their operations and enhance guest experiences through their cutting-edge...
Senior Software Developer
Our client is eagerly seeking an enthusiastic Senior Software Developer that takes leadership in shaping the design, development, and maintenance of software applications and translating complex user requirements into robust and efficient code, demonstrating a deep...
System Designer II (Contract) – Gauteng Randburg
To translate business, other stakeholder requirements and user stories into system requirement and act as a link between business analyst, other requirements stakeholders and the software team. To translate overarching end to end design into detailed designs and...
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