Joburg’s CCTV bylaws come under fire
The City of Johannesburg has signed in a new bylaw that could make outlaw many existing CCTV camera installations, and make it more onerous for property owners to secure their premises. In terms of the new bylaws, any CCTV camera that has a view of a public space will...
IoDSA raises concerns about SAA appointment
South Africa’s troubled flag carrier SAA is once again making headlines for governance issues. The Institute of Directors in South Africa (IoDSA) notes its concern about allegations of political interference in the airline’s CEO appointment. Media reports article...
Search interest in AI reaches all-time high
Google has revealed that searches for artificial intelligence (AI) are at an all-time high in South Africa. Search trends show that people have searched for AI more than ever in 2023 so far, with interest rising 230% since last year - and 700% over the last five...
Intel expands FPGA portfolio
Intel has expanded its Intel Agilex FPGA portfolio and broadened its Programmable Solutions Group (PSG) offerings to handle the increased demand for customised workloads, including enhanced AI capabilities, and to provide lower total cost of ownership (TCO) and more...
Infrastructure software on growth trajectory
New research from Omdia's infrastructure software market forecast has revealed the market is set to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16,5% over the period 2022 to 2027, which will make the market worth an estimated $358-billion by the end of 2027....
5G satellite networks to generate $17bn more for telcos
New research from Juniper Research has found operators will generate $17-billion of additional revenue from 3GPP (third-generation partnership project)-compliant 5G satellite networks between 2024 and 2030. It urges operators to sign partnerships with SNOs (Satellite...
New tools could catalyse response to TB deaths
As the United Nations High-Level Meeting (UNHLM) on tuberculosis (TB) approaches, a new report from the Lancet Commission, co-authored by the University of Cape Town's (UCT) researcher, released recommendations which provide a path forward to turn the tide on this...
Tech competition aims to empower small credit providers
The National Credit Regulator (NCR), in partnership with the Government of Japan and the International Finance Corporation (IFC), have come together to launch an innovative TechSprint competition (also known as the Hackathon) designed to support the digitisation and...
Renewed spending in luxury market
The pre-owned luxury market saw an uptick in growth last year fuelled by the surge in "revenge spending" post the Cboid-19 pandemic. Now, as 2023 unfolds - a year defined by economic challenges, sociocultural shifts, higher inflation, and a weakening Rand - the State...
Northern summer 2023 goes down as the hottest on record
The Northern Hemisphere summer of 2023 was Earth's hottest since global records began in 1880, according to scientists at NASA's Goddard Institute of Space Studies (GISS) in New York. The months of June, July, and August combined were 0.41 degrees Fahrenheit (0.23...
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LG adds AI to G7
LG Electronics has introduced its latest premium smartphone, the LG G7 ThinQ, focusing on bringing useful and convenient AI features to the fundamental consumer smartphone experience. Powered by the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 Mobile Platform, the LG G7 ThinQ...
Nology debuts Zyxel NebulaFlex hybrid APs
Nology, the official distributor of Zyxel in South Africa, has announced the availability of Zyxel's new NebulaFlex network management platform. "We're excited to be adding NebulaFlex to our existing Zyxel portfolio," says Grant Robertson, product manager at Nology....
Design thinking key to digital business success
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Carbon Black, Fortinet unveil joint solution
Next-generation endpoint security provider Carbon Black and Fortinet, which secures enterprise, service provider, and government organisations around the world, have joined forces to provide clients with automated protection against advanced threats and previously...
Microsoft, Seacom launch Azure ExpressRoute
Microsoft, in partnership with Seacom, has launched a cloud service that will allow customers to extend their on-premises networks into the cloud without going over the public internet. The service, dubbed Azure ExpressRoute, enables customers to create private...
MediaTek unveils Helio P22 chipset
MediaTek has announced the launch of the Helio P22, the latest addition to the Helio family of powerful and power-efficient chips for the mid-market. With Helio P22, MediaTek continues to expand its Helio P series family that brings high-end features users demand to...
EOH introduces containers to cloud
The cloud services division at EOH has announced, in what it believes to be a South African first, that it is bringing containers to its Enterprise Public Cloud Platform. Containers and container orchestration are top of mind in the IT world, and for good reason, says...
Digital Arts Festival for Grahamstown
The National Arts Festival has announced a programme of work that is "inspiring, innovative, jaw-dropping and attention grabbing" for the inaugural Creativate Digital Arts Festival, due to take place from 28 June - 1 July in Grahamstown as part of the National Arts...
The future for SMEs is online
Research by the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) found that small to medium sized enterprises (SMEs) who have invested in digital technologies showed more growth than those that did not. In addition, studies found that technology improved management,...
Fintech culture transforms Africa’s FX landscape
Africa's fragmented markets and lack of legacy foreign exchange trading infrastructure means that the continent has become a melting pot of fintech activity and innovation. The evolution to electronic foreign currency trading in Africa, whilst slow to start, is today...
Mid to Senior C# Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Our client is looking for an experienced C# Developer with expertise in VB.NET and desktop/web applications for a hybrid role based in Johannesburg. Key Requirements 5+ years' experience overall.BSc/ BTechNETC# (Desktop/Web)MS SQLCrystal ReportsShould you meet the...
Field Support Engineer
We are seeking a proactive and skilled Field Support Engineer to join our team. You'll responsible for providing on-site technical support, maintenance, and troubleshooting for hardware, software, and network systems at client locations. The ideal candidate will...
Business Intelligence Developer
Our client is looking for a seasoned BI Developer who will be involved in data modelling, dashboard creation, and providing insights to clients. Responsibilities: Design, build and deploy BI solutions.Evaluate and improve existing BI systems.Collaborate with teams to...
Automation Engineer (Remote)
The automation engineer role is aimed not only at the company's internal requirements, but also at providing automation projects and efficiency improvements for the company's customers which will be scoped individually as required.Responsibilities include:- Detailed...
Field Support Engineer – Gauteng Sandton
We are seeking a proactive and skilled Field Support Engineer to join our team. You'll responsible for providing on-site technical support, maintenance, and troubleshooting for hardware, software, and network systems at client locations. The ideal candidate will...
Business Intelligence Developer – Gauteng Rosebank
Our client is looking for a seasoned BI Developer who will be involved in data modelling, dashboard creation, and providing insights to clients. Responsibilities: Design, build and deploy BI solutions.Evaluate and improve existing BI systems.Collaborate with teams to...
Automation Engineer (Remote) – Western Cape Cape Town
The automation engineer role is aimed not only at the company's internal requirements, but also at providing automation projects and efficiency improvements for the company's customers which will be scoped individually as required.Responsibilities include:- Detailed...
Application Support Engineer
ENVIRONMENT:Our client is a leading provider of cloud Contact Center and Customer Experience (CX) solutions in Southern Africa, delivering advanced technology to a diverse and dynamic customer base. They are looking to appoint a skilled, experienced, and dedicated CX...
Software Engineer
Software Engineer, Port Elizabeth , Salary Market related. Requirements: Good Knowledge of PLC Software Systems (Siemens Simatic S7, Siemens TIA, WinCC) Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, ABB advantageousSet up & configure various network devices (Drives, Remote I/O,...
Automation Engineer
Role Description:The automation engineer role is aimed not only at the company's internal requirements, but also at providing automation projects and efficiency improvements for the company's customers which will be scoped individually as required.Responsibilities...
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