AWS commits $100m for AI, cloud, literacy skills
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, skills in AI, machine learning (ML), cloud computing, and computer science can open doors to boundless opportunities for students. However, not everyone can easily acquire these in-demand, career-enhancing skills. Amazon...
MTN enhances festive season network capacity
As South Africans prepare to celebrate the festive season, MTN has been capacitating its network in high density areas and tourist hotspots to carry increased voice and data traffic over the festive season. Operations are underway to cater for additional coverage and...
Most major firms fail to disclose operational emission targets
New research from Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and Microsoft indicates that a massive 84% of major global companies have yet to set public science-based targets to reduce direct operational emissions from their supply chains - and that only 11% have actually...
US race for digital dollar fuels case for Bitcoin
With the US government's work on a potential digital dollar accelerating - meaning a digital greenback could soon be a reality in the US - the case for Bitcoin becomes "significantly stronger", according to deVere Group CEO and founder, Nigel Green. Green says his...
Trends influencing FP&A and controller functions in finance
Financial planning and analysis (FP&A) and controllership leaders need to have a plan to harness the ways digital acceleration is disrupting legacy processes in their functions, says Gartner. "We're seeing widespread acceptance among finance leaders that...
This is why SA companies would outsource security
Kaspersky's annual IT Security Economics report reveals that the complexity of cybersecurity solutions forced companies to outsource some functions to external infosec providers: they have more relevant expertise and can manage the technologies more efficiently than...
Instant payment transactions to exceed 235bn by 2027
A study from Juniper Research has found that the number of consumer instant payments will exceed 235-billion in 2027; up from 74-billion in 2023. This growth of 218% will be driven by lower merchant acceptance costs when compared to traditional card schemes. This is...
This is what an asteroid looks like when hit with a spacecraft
Like a sports photographer at an auto-racing event, NASA's Hubble Space Telescope captured a series of photos of asteroid Dimorphos when it was deliberately hit by a 1 200-pound NASA spacecraft called DART on 26 September 2022. The primary objective of DART, which...
Least developed countries face deepening digital divide
The digital connectivity divide separating the globe's least developed countries (LDCs) from the world as a whole shows no sign of narrowing. In fact, it is widening on key factors, according to ITU's Facts and Figures: Focus on Least Developed Countries. While the...
ISPA cautions against forced fibre upgrades
The Internet Service Providers' Association of South Africa (ISPA) has sounded a word of caution about fibre network operators (FNOs) forcing upgrades on consumers. While upgrades advertising "more for the same price", for example, are indeed good news for most...
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Dell EMC expands high performance computing portfolio
Dell EMC have announced new high performance computing (HPC) cloud offerings, software, systems and customer success, continuing its focus on democratizing HPC for enterprises of all sizes, optimizing HPC technology innovations and advancing the HPC community. "The...
Eliminate IT downtime to keep passengers happy
With the South African summer holidays fast approaching, the travel industry is under pressure to ensure always-on access to customers who want to make reservations and bookings using a myriad of devices. Claude Schuck, regional manager for Africa at Veeam, discusses...
Authlogics appoints AxizWorkgroup as a distributor in Africa
Authlogics, a specialist in multi-factor authentication and a Curve Group company, has announced that AxizWorkgroup is its first local distributor and will deliver authentication solutions to resellers in Africa. Authlogics, which provides an alternative to...
RS Components signs up Adafruit
RS Components (RS) has signed an authorised distribution agreement with Adafruit Industries, a leader in open-source hardware, tools, equipment and electronics for makers and hobbyists of all ages and skill levels, and anyone wanting to learn about electronics....
Move over attackers, these are the big leagues
When a gaming provider is taken offline it frustrates hardcore users and damages the company's reputation. Because availability is of such primary importance to gamers, these firms are frequent targets for attack. "With distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks...
BT-SA launches smart power monitoring solutions
BT-SA has introduced a range of smart power monitoring solutions that could save households and companies huge amounts of money due to power outages. This also forms part of its strategy to create an overall Internet of Things (IoT) business environment. Power trips,...
Huawei wins two awards at AfricaCom 2016
Huawei has picked up two awards at AfricaCom, for “Most Significant LTE Development,” and “Delivering Excellence in Customer Experience”. The Most Significant LTE development recognition was awarded jointly to Huawei and MTC, the leading telecom operator in Namibia,...
Otel’s hosted PBX suited to lean companies
"Brace for tax pain: higher corporate tax possible" is how veteran money matters columnist Jackie Cameron saw Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan's recent mini Budget Speech playing out. "Squeezing additional shareholder value out of corporate earnings under pressure from...
Is disaster looming for final exams?
At a time when quality education is becoming unaffordable, private tutoring is emerging as a flexible and affordable education resource. The flexible nature of tutoring allows parents to book tutoring sessions that fit their pockets. A group of young entrepreneurs...
Managing and optimising a digital customer experience
Companies and organisations today drive digital transformation through creating innovative systems of engagement (SoE), based upon rethinking how to engage with their target audience(s), writes Kristian Thyregod, senior vice-president: EMEA at Riverbed Technology....
Software Tester (Berlin, Germany) – Remote Remote
ENVIRONMENT:A German-based software company specializing in tailored data solutions seeks a highly meticulous & analytical thinking Software Tester to join its team onsite in Berlin. If you don't possess an EU passport you will require a technical university...
Junior PHP Developer – Western Cape West Coast
Responsibilities: Project Leadership: Lead the development of web applications from conception to deployment, ensuring high-quality and timely delivery.Full-Stack Development: Utilize your expertise in both front-end and back-end development to build robust, scalable...
Azure Data Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town
At iOCO, we are at the forefront of technology and innovation. As a key player in the digital landscape, we empower businesses through advanced technology solutions and a diverse team of experts. We are committed to fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment...
Full Stack Developer – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Our client who has paved the way in the Easy Pay space seeks a Senior Fullstack Developer to join our innovative team on a 1 - year contract basis. Reporting directly to the Delivery Manager for the Online Payments Product, you will play a crucial role in developing...
Application Support Technician
Grow and develop your career with this fantastic opportunity – Worcester Please NOTE this position is in Worcester Must Live close to Worcester or re-locate at own cost. Own transport required (Travel costs are paid back AA rates)Well versed in AfrikaansMicrosoft...
Donor-funded Lesotho Project Manager at Landell Mills
Irrigated Horticulture Support Services Activity (Horticulture, Training, Gender, and Social Development (HTGSD) Consultant) The Market Driven Irrigation Horticulture (MDIH) Project, part of the MCC Lesotho II Compact, aims to increase rural incomes through commercial...
Technical Project Manager
We are looking for a highly technical Project Manager who knows their way around projects in offshore oil & gas. Is this you?You're technically qualified with experience in complex projects in the Marine Mining, Oil and Gas, Marine Infrastructure or Heavy...
Intermediate Software Developer
Intermediate Software DeveloperJoin a cutting-edge, award winning tech company in Africa! R 400,000 - R 605,000 per annumAre you ready to accelerate your career in IT?J The largest monitoring specialist company in Africa, is looking for an Intermediate Software...
SOFTWARE ENGINEER (LEVEL-3) – Cape Town – Hybrid
Hire Resolve is searching for a talented Software Engineer (Level 3) to join their dynamic team in Cape Town. This position offers a hybrid work model, allowing for flexibility while maintaining collaboration with an innovative team. As a Level 3 Software Engineer,...
Senior Data Business Analyst – Gauteng Centurion
Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Senior Data Business Analyst to join our financial services client based in Centurion for a 12-months contract role.What you...
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