Top government technology trends for 2024
Gartner has identified the top five government technology trends for 2024 that can guide public sector leaders to deliver better, faster, and increasengly more cost-effective citizen services. "Escalating global turmoil, continual cyberthreats and the adoption of AI...
SA young scientists showcase pioneering research
Research projects by South African young scientists that aim to address the country's energy crisis, and determine the extent to which artificial intelligence (AI) can be ethically monitored, amongst others, will be showcased at this year's International Science...
Renewables key to the massive energy transformation SA needs
South Africa needs to urgently transform its energy system, with research on South Africa’s energy sector indicating that the long-term cost of inaction is high. As the world's most carbon-intensive economy among the G20 countries, almost 50% of the country's exports...
New ransomware group employs cross-platform programming language
Kaspersky researchers have uncovered a new ransomware group that further underlines the trend of ransomware actors turning to cross-platform functionality. The group, dubbed Luna, employs the use of ransomware written in Rust, a programming language that has been...
Recession is not impacting all European ICT markets equally
ICT spending in Europe is set to grow by 3,7% year on year in 2022, according to the most recent edition of Black Book Live published by International Data Corporation (IDC) in June 2022. Considering the unstable macroeconomic and political situation, IDC prepared an...
Conflict between inflation and supply chain repair is hurting SMEs
The news seems to be full of contradictions: on one hand, inflation is at a record-high after skyrocketing to its highest since May 2009 at 7,4% in June; accompanied by higher prices. On the other, supply chain repair in many sectors is providing surpluses which are...
First malaria vaccine set to roll out in Africa
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has welcomed the launch by Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, of the landmark opportunity for countries to apply for funding to introduce, or further roll-out, the RTS,S/AS01 (RTS,S) malaria vaccine. International support of nearly...
Campus switch sales to exceed $95bn by 2026
More than $95-billion will be spent on campus switches over the next five years, with multi-gigabit switches (2.5/5/10 Gbps) expected to comprise 10% of the port shipments by 2026. The is according to a recent report by Dell’Oro Group. “Due to a number of unforeseen...
Microsoft Office flaws exploited in nearly 80% of malware attacks
One quarter after another, Microsoft Office remains the most widely exploited software for malware delivery. The primary reason is that a significant portion of Office users delay essential security updates, which keeps the doors open for fraudsters to inject...
Eskom Expo in Gauteng to host regional expos
Eskom Expo for Young Scientists in Gauteng will host a number of regional science fairs around the province to showcase the scientific brilliance of the province’s promising young scientists. The regional expos will be the first physical science fairs since 2019,...
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Partnership to drive insurance transformation
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FNB’s eWallet continues to increase in popularity
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MasterCard and Virtual Card Services launch vPOS
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Dell unveils ninth solar-powered classroom
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Resistance to change could be detrimental
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GetSmarter makes an educated decision
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New deputy head: M&A at MTN
The MTN Group has appointed Kholekile Ndamase as deputy head of mergers and acquisitions, with effect from 10 September 2016. Ndamase joins MTN from Rand Merchant Bank (RMB), where he led the equity-based financing business. In this role, he led a team of...
Deloitte Consulting, Columbia University, offer online course
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Decision Inc partners with Alteryx
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PLC Technician
Responsibilities:Install, configure, and maintain Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and associated control systems.Perform regular inspections and preventive maintenance on PLCs, instrumentation, and VSDs.Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical and control system...
Full Stack React Developer
Skills and Experience At least 5 - 6 years as a Front-end / Full Stack Developer or a similar role working with thefollowing technologies:o React Native / [URL Removed]o TypeScripto C# OR JAVAo JavaScriptBeneficial Skills SQL Server (beneficial)Experience with...
Developer – .Net (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Highly innovative organisation which only employs the best. Their focus is on continual learning, constantly adapting and keeping ahead of the market. The focus is on R&D, you will have the opportunity to work on new projects (no boring legacy...
Full Stack Python Analytics Engineer
Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Full Stack Python Analytics Engineer to join our financial services client based in Johannesburg for a 6-months contract...
Telco Solution Architect Manager at Accenture – Gauteng Midrand
Design and deliver the technology architecture for a platform, product, or engagement, from development to operations. Shape technology architecture during the sales and solutioning process, as required.Experience:Business support systemsBilling systems i.e. oracle...
PLC Technician – Eastern Cape Gqebera
Responsibilities:Install, configure, and maintain Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and associated control systems.Perform regular inspections and preventive maintenance on PLCs, instrumentation, and VSDs.Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical and control system...
Full Stack React Developer – Gauteng Menlyn
Skills and Experience At least 5 - 6 years as a Front-end / Full Stack Developer or a similar role working with thefollowing technologies:o React Native / [URL Removed]o TypeScripto C# OR JAVAo JavaScriptBeneficial Skills SQL Server (beneficial)Experience with...
Developer – .Net (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:Highly innovative organisation which only employs the best. Their focus is on continual learning, constantly adapting and keeping ahead of the market. The focus is on R&D, you will have the opportunity to work on new projects (no boring legacy...
Full Stack Python Analytics Engineer – Gauteng Houghton Estate
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Data Manager (24 Months Contract Wits SBIMB)
Main purpose of the job:To manage research data and associated activities for Mental Health Projects at the SBIMB.To develop and maintain databases, including REDCap, by tracking data collection and storage, managing quality control of data for research...
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