Syspro extends global footprint with UK acquisition
Syspro has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire long-standing partner, NexSys, a specialist provider of digital manufacturing and distribution software in the UK, and part of Alternative Investment Market (AIM) listed K3 Business Technology Group. The...
Black Friday month 38% up from 2023
The Leisure & Entertainment industry grew its share of online sales over the four-day Black Friday weekend by 113% from last year, according to Peach Payments. This comes against the backdrop of a 38% overall growth in rand value processed via the payment service...
Businesses look to software solutions to free them from ESG consultants
A recent IDC survey shows that organisations with the most mature environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategies are increasingly turning to software platforms to meet their data management and reporting needs, representing an important transition toward...
New addition to the burgeoning malware-as-a-service industry
The already booming malware-as-a-service market got a new addition in January when a new info stealer malware called Stealc emerged on the dark web. Developed in Russia, its creators hope to earn some cash by selling it to other criminals who are looking for easier...
Time spent online falls to pre-pandemic levels
Globally, Internet users have reduced their average daily internet use by 20 minutes over the past 12 months to six hours 37 minutes, equating to a year-on-year reduction of almost 5%. However, time spent on social platforms has increased to more than 2,5 hours per...
How can Tesla move away from rare earth materials?
At Tesla's Investor Day this month, it announced that its next generation of electric motors would contain no rare earth materials and, given the company's huge presence in the EV (electric vehicle) market, this could prove a significant transition for the design and...
SAP’s Cathy Smith set to move on
Cathy Smith MD of SAP Africa, has announced that she will be moving on from her current role. She explains that she has been at SAP for five years, having joined the organisation specifically to manage the fallout from state capture issues. The move away from SAP...
February’s most traded cryptos …
February has traditionally seen significant fluctuations in crypto trading volume and, according to BitcoinCasinos.com, last month was no exception. After a fantastic January which brought a double-digit price growth of major cryptocurrencies, the market volatility...
Gender pay gap among SA developers deepens
Based on a survey of over 4 500 developers, the latest OfferZen 2023 State of the South Africa Software Developer Nation report has found that the gender pay gap in local tech continues to widen. Among entry-level developers, the gender pay gap has increased to 13,2%,...
Massive demand for tech skills in Africa
Kathy Gibson reports - Just about every organisation in Africa is in desperate need of more tech skills. This is the headline finding from new SAP research, "Africa's tech skills scarcity revealed", conducted by VansonBourne. The survey shows that just about every...
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Beware of fly-by-night telephone service providers
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Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise debuts cloud platform
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New opportunities for retail, wholesale markets
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Retail satellite Jola from iWayAfrica serves Africa
Pan-African telecommunication provider, iWayAfrica, a wholly owned division of Gondwana International Networks, has launched Jola, a much needed Pan-African Ku-Band managed retail satellite service into Sub-Saharan Africa. Meaning 'one who brings happiness', Jola...
Commander HQ brings sporting goods online
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DevConf 2.0 doubles in size
The standing-room only success of South Africa's inaugural DevConf developer conference has prompted the expansion of DevConf in Johannesburg in 2017. As the only major independent developer conference in South Africa, DevConf 2016 seats sold out fast, with over 470...
Pirated software a huge risk for West African firms
West African business builders are beginning to embrace the benefits of legally licensed business management software, understanding how these solutions power their operations to greater efficiency. Though many understand how pirated software could hurt their bottom...
HP unveils industry-first mini workstation
HP Inc has unveiled the world's first mini workstation designed for users in CAD and other compute-intensive industries. The new HP Z2 Mini Workstation delivers breakthrough power and versatility and, at only 5,8cm high, is 90% smaller than a traditional...
BPS continues to attract offshore investment
Contributing R50-million to the national GDP and providing employment for approximately 215 000 people, South Africa's Business Process Services (BPS), previously known as the Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) sector, and contact centre industry is one of the...
Flexenclosure launches eSite x10
Flexenclosure has unveiled its new hybrid power system for telecom sites - the eSite x10 that will provide towercos and mobile operators a sustained advantage in terms of the highest possible uptime and the lowest possible site power costs. eSite x10 is the world's...
Solutions Architect at Parvana Recruitment
About our client: This award winning software company has offices in the US, UK and South Africa. You will join a talented team of curious, creative and driven individuals who are dedicated to empowering organisations to overcome various business challenges using...
Project Manager (Contract – Wits/SAMRC Antiviral Gene Therapy Research Unit (AGTRU))
Additional information:The AGTRU team is focused on countering viral infections that cause serious health problems in sub Saharan Africa The long term objectives of AGTRU are to advance gene therapy for treatment of viral infections, develop human capacity in the...
AI Specialist at Datonomy Solutions
An AI Specialist within the Business Analysis COE plays a pivotal role in integrating artificial intelligence solutions to enhance the capabilities and e?ciency of business analysts. This position aims to leverage AI technologies to automate routine tasks, provide...
SOC Analyst at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
Client Details:Our client is a reputable provider offering cyber security consulting, technology integration, and managed security services. As a member of their inclusive and diverse team, you will have the freedom to work with innovation and flexibility. The...
Solutions Architect at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client: This award winning software company has offices in the US, UK and South Africa. You will join a talented team of curious, creative and driven individuals who are dedicated to empowering organisations to overcome various business challenges using...
Project Manager (Contract – Wits/SAMRC Antiviral Gene Therapy Research Unit (AGTRU)) – Gauteng Parktown
Additional information:The AGTRU team is focused on countering viral infections that cause serious health problems in sub Saharan Africa The long term objectives of AGTRU are to advance gene therapy for treatment of viral infections, develop human capacity in the...
AI Specialist at Datonomy Solutions – Gauteng Sandton
An AI Specialist within the Business Analysis COE plays a pivotal role in integrating artificial intelligence solutions to enhance the capabilities and e?ciency of business analysts. This position aims to leverage AI technologies to automate routine tasks, provide...
Functional Sharepoint Developer at Reverside
Reverside is an IT services provider; we are always looking for professional candidates to join our team in Software Development, providing opportunities to work on exciting projects, within our well-established client base. We are looking for a Functional Sharepoint...
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Jnr CNC Machinist Programmer at South African Astronomical Observatory
The South African Astronomical Observatory (SAAO) is seeking qualified candidates for the position of CNC Programmer Machinist. Purpose of the job: Manufacture Components for Scientific Instruments Key Responsibilities: Component manufacturingOperation of CNC...
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