Free file conversion tools carry malware risks
In the first 10 months of 2024, Kaspersky detected and blocked 111-million web-based threats across Africa. Web-based threats encompass a broad range of cyber risks that may trigger harmful events or actions via the Internet. According to Kaspersky experts, one such...
Airline passenger demand increases
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for January 2025 global passenger demand with the following highlights: Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was up 10% compared to January 2024. Total capacity, measured in...
Mustek flags irregular expenditure at Sizwe
The Mustek board has issued a statement concerning irregular expenditure during the 2023 financial year in Sizwe Africa IT Group, in which Mustek holds a minority share. The company stresses that Mustek’s nominee director is appointed in a non-executive capacity to...
Public cloud market continues meteoric growth
The global cloud computing market size is expected to reach $1,55-trllion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 14,1% from 2023 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The main factors driving the market growth include the rising adoption of cloud-native...
OpenAI grapples with double-edged sword in Microsoft alliance
OpenAI's strategic collaboration with Microsoft is widely perceived as a remarkable achievement, with the release of ChatGPT last year not only seeing resounding success, but also sparking fresh conversations and opportunities around AI. Nonetheless, OpenAI now...
Google appoints new MD for Africa
Google has hired the current MD of YouTube in EMEA Emerging Markets, Alex Okosi, to head up its operations in Africa. In his new role as MD of Google in Africa, Okosi will be responsible for Google's operations in Africa including programmes to help businesses and...
1bn people will use cryptocurrencies by 2027
Despite turbulence and regulatory twists in recent months, the crypto industry is on the up in 2023, according to analysis from Altindex.com. The impressive performance of the world's largest cryptos, which saw double-digit price growth in the first six months, helped...
Evolving threat landscape calls for active defence
Kathy Gibson reports - Africa is unique in the world when it comes to cyber resilience and data protection. Kate Mollett, regional director: South Africa and SADC at Commvault, explains that cybercrime that takes place in Africa could have wide-ranging effects around...
European public cloud spend defies budget cuts
Public cloud services spending in Europe will total $142-billion in 2023 and will reach $291-billion by 2027, recording a five-year (2022 to 2027) compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 20%. Software-as-a-service (SaaS) will continue to drive most of the spending,...
Huge growth forecast for network-tokenised transactions
A new report from Juniper Research forecasts substantial growth of 190% in network-tokenised transactions - reaching 400-billion globally in 2028 and up from 140,3-billion in 2023. These transactions include online and desktop eCommerce transactions, mobile payments,...
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Kaspersky Cloud Sandbox for complex threats
With the largest data leaks in 2017 exploiting legitimate software flaws, the need for advanced detection technologies has never been greater. To help companies improve their investigation and response to complex threats, Kaspersky Lab has launched a new service...
SYSDBA certified as Meditech systems integrator
Datacentre infrastructure provider SYSDBA has been certified as the only Meditech systems integrator for Africa and the UK, providing equipment and services that optimize implementation of Meditech software to hospital groups and health provider networks. Founded in...
Ecobank app reaches 4m users
The upgraded version of Ecobank's mobile app has attracted 3-million new customers in the last six months, taking the total number of users to 4-million. The app builds on the core functionality of the original version that uses digital technology to combat many of...
The case for realtime network visibility
When it comes to network downtime in any industry, the underlying statistics tell us one thing: it costs money and lots of it. According to the Ponemon Institute, downtime can cost around an astounding $8,000 per minute, which means an hour-long network outage can...
RubiBlue refines growth, expansion strategy
Intelligent business solutions provider RubiBlue has committed to a bold growth and expansion strategy for 2018. The company, established in 2005, has a proven track record in developing solutions and services for South African businesses and plans to use these skills...
CloudAIR can benefit Africa carriers
Global ICT solutions provider Huawei says its CloudAIR solution will benefit South African and African carriers who are affected by a lack of spectrum but have a need to improve both coverage and capacity. "With the rapid development of mobile broadband (MBB)...
New channel chief for VMware
Vmware has announced the appointment of Jenni Flinders as vice-president: worldwide channels. In this role, Flinders will serve as VMware's worldwide channel chief and be responsible for developing and executing overall VMware channel strategy and programs for...
Companies can do more with security
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New regional president for Mastercard
Mastercard has appointed Raghav Prasad as division president for sub-Saharan Africa. Prasad will strengthen the company's ongoing commitment to delivering value to customers and consumers in Africa by leveraging technology to build stronger and more inclusive payment...
New president for Kyocera Document Solutions EMEA
Kyocera Document Solutions has appointed Takuya Marubayashi as the new president of the organisation's Europe, Middle East and Africa operations from 1 April 2018. Under the leadership of Marubayashi, the European headquarters will continue to deliver valuable...
Senior Support Engineer (VMware) (CPT)
ENVIRONMENT:PROVIDE virtualisation infrastructure support as your technical expertise as a Senior Support Engineer is sought by a dynamic Internet Service & Network Specialist. You will serve as the VMware Support Specialist while providing proactive analysis of...
Business Analyst
Business Analyst - 12 Month Contract Requirements:Requirement Gathering: Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and document detailed business requirements for enhancements and maintenance of the Central System.System Analysis: Analyze the existing bespoke system to...
Associate Systems Support Engineer at PnP – Western Cape Kenilworth
IntroductionSystem support within the I&T Frontline (POS) Team, performing various entry level duties such as monitoring of the POS estate and resolving technical queries regarding the different applications relating to the POS system. This includes management and...
Senior Support Engineer (VMware) (CPT) – Western Cape Century City
ENVIRONMENT:PROVIDE virtualisation infrastructure support as your technical expertise as a Senior Support Engineer is sought by a dynamic Internet Service & Network Specialist. You will serve as the VMware Support Specialist while providing proactive analysis of...
Business Analyst – Gauteng Sandton
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PHP Developer
Our client is looking for a PHP Developer to join their team. The Ideal skill set will include PHP, Laravel, Drupal and Linux. Experience with other MVC Frameworks and CMS systems will also be considered (should you be willing to upskill on Laravel and Drupal).What...
Senior Network Engineer (DBN)
ENVIRONMENT:THE technical expertise of a Senior Network Engineer is sought by a dynamic Internet Service & Network Specialist to join its Durban division. Your core role will entail focusing on the maintenance of customer ICT networks as part of the IT Managed...
Data Engineer
Data Engineer - 6 Month Contract Minimum Requirements:Technical ProficiencyStrong programming skills in SQL and SASAnalytical SkillsExcellent analytical skills to interpret data and provide actionable insightsEducational BackgroundDegree in Computer Science, IT, or a...
PHP Developer – Western Cape Cape Town
Our client is looking for a PHP Developer to join their team. The Ideal skill set will include PHP, Laravel, Drupal and Linux. Experience with other MVC Frameworks and CMS systems will also be considered (should you be willing to upskill on Laravel and Drupal).What...
Senior Network Engineer (DBN) – KwaZulu-Natal Durban
ENVIRONMENT:THE technical expertise of a Senior Network Engineer is sought by a dynamic Internet Service & Network Specialist to join its Durban division. Your core role will entail focusing on the maintenance of customer ICT networks as part of the IT Managed...
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