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...
Top cybersecurity trends for 2023
Security and risk management (SRM) leaders must rethink their balance of investments across technology and human-centric elements when creating and implementing cybersecurity programmes in line with nine top industry trends, says Gartner. “A human-centered approach to...
Half of executives are experiencing a ‘resiliency gap’
Despite three straight years of ongoing disruption and economic ambiguity, when it comes to resiliency, 53% of executives admit their company is not where it should be, according to new research by SAS. The analytics company’s latest report - Resiliency Rules...
Spend on IT and business services proves resilient
Global IT and business services revenue is expected to grow (in constant currency) from $1,13-trillion in 2022 to $1,2-trillion in 2023, or 5,7% YoY, according to IDC’s latest Worldwide Semiannual Services Tracker. In nominal dollar denominated revenue based on...
Zero-day in Windows used in Nokoyawa ransomware attacks
In February, Kaspersky experts discovered an attack using zero-day vulnerability in the Microsoft Common Log File System (CLFS) whereby a cybercriminal group used an exploit developed for different versions and builds of Windows OS - including Windows 11 - and...
Dispelling myths in the lithium supply chain
Rare earth minerals finds in India and falling prices could inform future lithium demand, but one should never underestimate the resilience of the supply chain. That’s the view of Oliver Chapman, CEO of supply chain specialist OCI, who says: ““Supply chains adjust,...
New MD for Vertiv Africa
Digital infrastructure specialist Vertiv has appointed its former South East Africa regional director, Wojtek Piorko, as its new MD for Africa with immediate effect. Piorko takes over the reins on the continent from Pierre Havenga who will be leaving the company at...
Economic activity deteriorates again in March
South Africa’s economic activity, measured in the monthly BankservAfrica Economic Transactions Index (BETI), declined on a monthly and quarterly basis in March and reached its lowest point in almost two years. “The BETI reached an index level of 130,2, the lowest...
ISPA announces Inspires 2023 winners
The Internet Service Providers’ Association of South Africa (ISPA) has announced the recipients of its Inspires 2023 award - Thembelihle Mzobe, a 24-year-old Durban University of Technology graduate with a Diploma in ICT business analysis; and Mduduzi Shangase who is...
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Keeping up with the customer of the future
Understanding what influences customers will help CEOs navigate organisational strategies and transformation according to LC Singh, global vice chair and CEO of Nihilent Technologies. The corporate tsunami is on its way and expected to significantly disrupt the...
Important considerations for cloud security
Forewarned, as they say, is forearmed - and being well-armed for the barrage of emerging cyber threats is essential as you plot your journey to enterprise cloud services. T-Systems' AJ Hartenberg looks at the five biggest cloud security consideration. Responsibility...
How to keep IoT devices safe
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Transform the call centre with social media
Digital technology is fast transforming the service providers and communications contact centre industry. Social media engagement has already risen by 23% and phone transactions handled by call centres has dropped by 12%, according to Dimension Data's 2016 Global...
Orange opens in Burkina Faso
Orange has launched its brand in Burkina Faso, less than one year after the closing of its acquisition of Airtel and the launch of Orange Côte d'Ivoire. Orange will pursue its development in mobile financial services and 3.75G mobile Internet, where it was the first...
Fujitsu launches nVidia-powered VR-ready workstations
Enabling an new level of creativity and visualisation in the workplace, Fujitsu has introduced two new virtual reality-ready (VR) workstations powered by the latest nVidia professional graphics cards. Joining the Fujitsu line-up of VR-ready workstations are the...
TerraPay GSMA on standardised mobile money APIs
TerraPay, a mobile-first international payment network, has been working with the GSMA to ensure TerraPay compatibility with the recently-rolled out standardized mobile money APIs. TerraPay will provide support by providing a staging environment for the new GSMA...
Partnering brings cloud to fruition
Kathy Gibson reports from CeBit in Hannover - There is huge opportunity in enterprise communication in connecting people, things and processes. These connections need to be pervasive, natural, on-demand and intelligent, says Simon Dai, chief technology officer:...
Getting the best out of BI
In an increasingly competitive market, insurers must use business intelligence (BI) to differentiate themselves in the digital age. But how best can the effectiveness of such a solution be measured? Kelly Preston, data analytics manager at SilverBridge, discusses how...
Digital civility starts at grassroots
Like the humble spreadsheet before it, the Internet is one of the most transformative technologies in history, writes Angela Schaerer, teacher engagement lead for Microsoft South Africa. It functions as the platform through which any sized businesses can market and...
Data Scientist at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client is a leading provider of telco, payments, retail software - they have a global client base with a strong R&D focus. They are great believers in continuous improvement and fast adapters to new tech and constantly changing business needs....
ICT NETWORK AND SECURITY SPECIALIST
Job Purpose To serve as a shield to safeguard devices and services from malicious attacks orchestrated by hackers, spammers, and cybercriminals, including shielding the organisation against phishing schemes, ransomware attacks, identity theft, data breaches, and...
Network and Systems Engineer – Tier 3
Role: The purpose of the position is to deliver senior level technical support, network design and architectural expertise, network maintenance, incident and problem management for the company and its customers within agreed timelines and SLA. This position will also...
Application Support Analyst (12-Month Contract) (CPT) (EE) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:A reputable Investment Firm seeks a highly skilled Application Support Analyst to fill a 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract where your will provide optimal & seamless 1st and 2nd Line Support, ensuring operational stability and increasing efficiency to...
Data Scientist at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:Our client is a leading provider of telco, payments, retail software - they have a global client base with a strong R&D focus. They are great believers in continuous improvement and fast adapters to new tech and constantly changing business needs....
ICT NETWORK AND SECURITY SPECIALIST – Gauteng Pretoria CBD
Job Purpose To serve as a shield to safeguard devices and services from malicious attacks orchestrated by hackers, spammers, and cybercriminals, including shielding the organisation against phishing schemes, ransomware attacks, identity theft, data breaches, and...
Network and Systems Engineer – Tier 3 – Gauteng Midrand
Role: The purpose of the position is to deliver senior level technical support, network design and architectural expertise, network maintenance, incident and problem management for the company and its customers within agreed timelines and SLA. This position will also...
Junior Systems Administrator
Our client providing office automation solutions is looking for a Junior Systems Administrator / Helpdesk / Service Technician to join their team.This is a technical role.Please note that this is a full time office based position in Bryanston area.Offering...
Mongo DBA
Requirement:Tertiary IT Qualification and / or relevant experience.2 years + MongoDB experience in a complex corporate environment.4 years + as DBA experience (Any Technology) in a complex corporate environment. Duries and Responsibilities: Mongo DB...
Network and Systems Engineer – Tier 3
Our client is looking for the services of a Network and Systems Engineer to be based in Woodmead. You should have a CCNA (SP/EN-COR) and MCSE. You must have at least 3 years experience in a Cisco environment. Send your CV now!The purpose of the position is to deliver...
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