GABI report identifies African growth areas
The Global Africa Business Initiative (GABI) has issued its Unstoppable Africa 2024 Executive Summary, shedding light on transformative strategies and solutions to reshape Africa’s financial narrative and accelerate economic growth. The report highlights GABI’s call...
Revenue surges as tablets stage a comeback
The tablet market has had a tough few years. After booming in 2020 and 2021, sales took a sharp downturn in 2022 and 2023, making tablets the only IT device category that struggled to bounce back. But things changed in 2024, with the market gaining new momentum that...
Digital education worth $77,23bn by 2028
The global digital education market size is expected to reach $77,23-billion by 2028. The market is anticipated to register a CAGR of 30,5% from 2021 to 2028. The education industry has witnessed a paradigm shift from conventional exam-oriented learning to...
Diameter-supported firewalls key to protecting $58bn business SMS market
Operators' revenue from SMS business messaging will reach $58-billion by 2027; rising from $46-billion in 2023. However, a Juniper research report has highlighted Diameter protocols as critical to protecting this 30% revenue growth. The Diameter protocol supports...
Most crypto workers are in the US
The US dominates the global crypto workspace by nearly 30%. As of July 2023, over 190 000 people hold down crypto jobs. Edith Reads, financial analyst at BitcoinCasinos.com, comments: "The crypto workspace is expanding quickly, providing significant income for the...
Experts think new vaping tax misses the mark
The vaping industry has vociferously opposed a new tax on vaping products. But only the largest containers of e-liquid will feel hefty price increases, according to the University of Cape Town (UCT) experts Dr Nicole Vellios and Professor Corné van Walbeek. As of 1...
5G infrastructure market set for 28% growth
The global 5G infrastructure market size is expected to reach $95,88-billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 28,4% from 2023 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. A surge in demand for 5G connections across the globe is a vital factor in driving the...
Semiconductor shortage is mostly over for the auto industry
The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the availability of semiconductor chips took a drastic toll on all facets of the automotive industry, and in turn the global economy. But in mid-2023, the worst of the fallout seems to have settled, and the auto industry has...
AI improves supply chains, but people are still needed
Artificial intelligence (AI) is being used successfully in a range of practical applications in the supply chain. These include demand forecasting, risk, inventory and quality management, and transport and distribution optimisation. It is making roads safer. In...
Never a dull moment when it comes to cyberattacks
While the disruptive impact of the Russo-Ukrainian conflict on the cyber landscape has relatively reduced in recent months, the threat landscape has returned to a state of "normality". This new normal is characterised by an increase in cyberattacks, as Check Point...
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Xerox adds MFP family for large workgroups
Xerox has launched the AltaLink C8000 and B8000 series as a part of its ConnectKey technology that transforms traditional printing devices into smart, connected workplace assistants. The AltaLink product family serves large work groups and busy offices by delivering...
FCM launches travel gateway
FCM Travel Solutions has unveiled Hub, a new gateway to its suite of interconnected technology solutions, FCM Connect. Hub gives travel managers, bookers and travellers access to multiple tools and resources via a single sign-on connection, including pre-trip...
E_kasi Gaming Expo showases eSports
Acer Africa presented at the e-Kasi Tech Fest and Gaming Expo in Orlando West, Soweto from 25 to 27 October. e-Kasi is the first eSports club in Soweto that aims to utilise the festival as a platform for entrepreneurs determined to improve the ICT sector. e-Kasi Fest...
Small, secure Futro devices from Fujitsu
Fujitsu has announced a new generation of Futro Thin Client devices, optimized for wide-scale enterprise deployments and providing enhancements in terms of flexibility, performance and security. Four new models include the Fujitsu Thin Client Futro Q940 PalmSecure...
Commvault Announces ScaleProtect with Cisco UCS
Commvault has announced ScaleProtectTM with Cisco UCS, a scale-out data protection solution combining Commvault HyperScale Software with Cisco's Unified Computing System (UCS). ScaleProtect with Cisco UCS provides enterprises a single, integrated solution that...
Ways to fight ransomware
Today, there's a good chance you know of either an individual or a company who has fallen victim to ransomware. In fact, unless you have been living in the Amazon jungle with no connectivity, you will have heard of the simple, yet terrifying concept of ransomware....
Cloud to expand African insurance
With many insurers looking at business expansion into Africa, the opportunity exists to embrace cloud-based solutions more fully to deliver solutions for these new markets. Patrick Ashton, managing executive of Cirrus, a subsidiary of the SilverBridge Group, examines...
Eliminate ‘first impression’ bias to add diversity
The adage that first impressions last should serve as a warning to employers seeking to improve diversity in their companies, an expert says. "Potential employers too often still evaluate applicants based on their initial impressions, with the result that their...
Record bookings growth for Veeam
Veeam Software has suprassed 16 700 service provider partners as demand for Veeam-powered cloud offerings for data availability, protection and management grows. Veeam has expanded its capabilities to physical environments as well as multi-cloud support for Microsoft...
Jumia plans for biggest Black Friday
Jumia Nigeria has announced the dates and partners for its biggest sales event of the year - Jumia Black Friday 2017. This year's event is billed as the Jumia Black Friday Festival and will run for 31 days from 13 November to 13 December 2017 on www.Jumia.com.ng. It...
Data Engineer (Ab Initio) at Datonomy Solutions
The Group Data and Analytics Office is on the lookout for a skilled Ab Initio Data Engineer. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in data engineering, particularly with Ab Initio, and will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining the...
Junior Golang Developer (Remote) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic provider of Software Solutions & Real-Time Data Analytics is looking for a Junior Golang Developer to join its team. Applicants must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, along with experience in...
Scrum Master at QE Services – Western Cape Cape Town Region
My client based in Cape Town (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for a Scrum Master to join them on a fixed term contract IT / Finance Responsibilities Manage scrum teams to ensure they deliver on sprint goals that is aligned to release plansCompile conceptual...
Data Engineer (Ab Initio) at Datonomy Solutions – Gauteng Johannesburg North
The Group Data and Analytics Office is on the lookout for a skilled Ab Initio Data Engineer. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in data engineering, particularly with Ab Initio, and will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining the...
UI/UX Designer (4-Month Contract & Remote)
ENVIRONMENT:YOUR keen eye for beautiful digital aesthetics as a UI/UX Designer is sought by a dynamic Software House to fill a 4-Month Contract role. You will be expected to create innovative solutions for product designs but also have ample experience maintaining a...
Senior Python Developer (Remote)
Python programming language, Modules Flask, Pandas, mathlab DB SQL knowhow Azure or eXtollo knowhow CI/CD automation knowhow for Azure to integrate covertity scans. WebService Remote Procedure Call API knowhow + GraphQL API knowhow Github knowhowMinimum...
DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR
To ensure performance, integrity and security of the Funds database, involvement in the design, development and integrity of the database, as well as in data mining and day to day operation and maintenance of the database Desired Skills: Mysql MongoDB PostgreSQL MS...
UI/UX Designer (4-Month Contract & Remote) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:YOUR keen eye for beautiful digital aesthetics as a UI/UX Designer is sought by a dynamic Software House to fill a 4-Month Contract role. You will be expected to create innovative solutions for product designs but also have ample experience maintaining a...
Senior Python Developer (Remote) – Gauteng Johannesburg
Python programming language, Modules Flask, Pandas, mathlab DB SQL knowhow Azure or eXtollo knowhow CI/CD automation knowhow for Azure to integrate covertity scans. WebService Remote Procedure Call API knowhow + GraphQL API knowhow Github knowhowMinimum...
DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR – Gauteng Sandown
To ensure performance, integrity and security of the Funds database, involvement in the design, development and integrity of the database, as well as in data mining and day to day operation and maintenance of the database Desired Skills: Mysql MongoDB PostgreSQL MS...
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