MTN debuts biodegradable SIM cards
MTN South Africa has launched eco-friendly biodegradable SIM cards. Keabetswe Mabe, GM: sustainability and B-BBEE at MTN SA, says: "As a company deeply rooted in South Africa, we are acutely aware of the environmental challenges our planet faces as well as the...
How Intel used AI to improve the Paris Olympics experience
As the Official Worldwide AI Platform Partner of the Olympic and Paralympic Games Paris 2024, Intel implemented an artificial intelligence (AI) platform technology to improve the experience for fans, organisers, athletes and viewers worldwide. With 9,5-million tickets...
C-suite execs unfamiliar with basic cybersecurity terms
Many business executives prefer not to admit a lack of understanding when discussing cybersecurity issues, according to a recent Kaspersky study, which also revealed that up to a third of top managers in South Africa are unfamiliar with such terms as DDoS, botnets, or...
The e-mobility innovators unlocking access to the motorcycle market
Electric motorcycles are set to be a dominant force in sub-Saharan Africa's sustainable mobility transformation, but continued investment in start-ups tackling barriers across the value chain will be critical to maximise the full potential. This is according to a...
New CEO for Seacom
Alpheus Mangale has been appointed at group CEO of Seacom, effective 1 April 2023. Mangale has more than 25 years' experience across the enterprise, telecoms, financial services and technology markets across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. He will work alongside...
How African CEOs are navigating workplace challenges
The African continent is a hub of economic activity with a growing business sector that is increasingly becoming globally competitive, according to PwC Africa's newly-released Africa Business Agenda: Workforce Perspective 2023. When it comes to the continent's growing...
New supply chain attack hits phone app
A new supply chain attack, possibly by a nation-state threat actor, is targeting the 3CX desktop application. Mat Gangwe, vice-president: managed threat response, at Sophos, explains that 3CX is a widely used, legitimate business phone system used worldwide. "The...
Digital competency gap disrupts progress
A lack of digital skills in senior finance leaders will drive half of unwanted staff turnover by 2026, according to Gartner. Chief financial officers (CFOs) will need to accelerate their digital knowledge and better engage with digital-savvy staff to mitigate turnover...
AI gives commentary, predictions in US Masters digital experience
IBM and the Masters Tournament have introduced two innovative new features as part of the Masters app and Masters.com digital experience, including artificial intelligence (AI) generated spoken commentary. Expanding on the MyGroup feature - which enables patrons of...
Organisations strive to be elite ‘Data Leaders’
Harnessing data effectively is a key attribute of the world's leading companies, giving them a competitive advantage through the ability to quickly gain insights and advance innovation. But, according to new research from Lenovo, only a minority (15%) of organisations...
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XDSL extends into New Telco SA data centre
New Telco SA's carrier-neutral Midrand data centre has been selected by Internet service and premier fibre provider, XDSL, as a Point of Presence on their rapidly expanding network. The data centre provides XDSL with the ideal platform to further extend their reach...
Bytes Security adds Performanta solutions
Bytes Systems Integration, a specialist outsource service provider and end to end ICT systems integrator and part of the JSE-listed Altron Group, has announced a joint venture with the Performanta Group to provide information security services to South African and...
Red Hat debuts latest version of Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6
Red Hat has announced the general availability of Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6.9. The latest update to the Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6 platform, Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6.9 builds upon more than six years of enterprise-proven success, offering a more secure, stable and...
Data-centric approach to drive insurance
Insurers today face a myriad of challenges especially when it comes to finding product differentiation in a highly competitive market. Kelly Preston, data analytics manager at SilverBridge, believes one of the best ways to overcome this is to embrace a data-centric...
Smallest-ever Fujitsu Primergy leads new server line-up
Smaller than ever yet delivering extraordinary performance, the new entry-level Primergy TX1320 M3 server is introduced today by Fujitsu. The ultra-compact tower server model is more powerful than ever, yet is whisper quiet in operation and small enough to fit on a...
Microsoft SA unveils the Microsoft Classroom of the Future
Microsoft South Africa in partnership with the Cape Town Science Centre have launched the Microsoft Classroom of the Future, an exhibition that showcases the latest and greatest educational tools available to teachers today. This interactive showcase at the Cape Town...
Enterprise operational intelligence accelerates decision-making
Most organisations are coming under growing pressure to improve efficiencies, reduce costs, deliver more value to customers and other stakeholders, and respond quickly to a fast-changing business environment, writes Thabo Ndlela, non-executive director of IFS South...
Jasco adds to fire solutions with R52,3m acquisition
Jasco Electronics Holdings has announced the acquisition of 65,4% of Cross Fire Management Proprietary Limited (Cross Fire) for a maximum aggregate purchase price of R52,3-million. Cross Fire was established in 1990 in Johannesburg and specialises in the design,...
IDx and IBM Watson Health partner on eye health
IBM Watson Health and IDx have announced a five-year strategic alliance to advance eye health through cognitive computing applications. The alliance aims to help primary care providers, hospitals, health systems, and integrated delivery networks deliver value-based...
CaseWare aids compliance reporting in Kenya
CaseWare Africa has announced the launch of an innovative software suite that automates the entire financial reporting process for public entities. George Pinto, R&D product manager at CaseWare Africa, says that the suite of products is designed to help Kenyan...
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Technical Specialist – KwaZulu-Natal Durban Region
The Technical Specialist will have experience of interacting with clients' technical teams, internal software development teams and networking teams. This person will be an integral team member in the on-going support of products and services provided to our...
BI Consultant (Junior) at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Over the past 20 years, our client has built a stellar reputation in the development and system integration space. Through their extremely ethical values, they have earned the trust and respect of their clients. They prioritise finding effective...
Junior DBA Specialist (MariaDB)
Responsible for Database Installation, Creation, Migration and upgradesResponsible for ensuring database backups and restores which include testing and validationMonitor and tune database performanceEnsuring that storage and archiving procedures are functioning...
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Our client is actively seeking a talented Mobile/Android Developer for a hybrid position based in Cape Town. If you have a passion for ASP.NET and mobile Android development, this could be a great fit for you! Key Requirements 6+ years' experience overall.BSc/ BTech/...
BI Consultant (Junior) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:Over the past 20 years, our client has built a stellar reputation in the development and system integration space. Through their extremely ethical values, they have earned the trust and respect of their clients. They prioritise finding effective...
Junior DBA Specialist (MariaDB) – Western Cape Cape Town
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ASP.NET Mobile/Android Developer – Western Cape Cape Town Region
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