Wind to play a significant role in IRP2024
The South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA) commends the government’s multi-disciplinary stakeholder engagement process of the IRP2024 in addition to the public participation process, under the leadership of the Ministry of Electricity & Energy and supported...
Adding value is key as mobile users shift to 5G
With global mobile network data traffic set for huge growth, and much of this 5G subscriptions, communications service providers (CSPs) are looking to add value to their offerings. 5G Standalone (5G SA) and 5G Advanced are expected to be key focuses for communications...
Webb reveals intricate networks of gas and dust
Researchers using NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope are getting their first look at star formation, gas, and dust in nearby galaxies with unprecedented resolution at infrared wavelengths. The data has enabled an initial collection of 21 research papers which provide...
Edge computing investments forecast to reach $208bn this year
Worldwide spending on edge computing is expected to be $208 billion in 2023, an increase of 13,1% over 2022. Enterprise and service provider spending on hardware, software, and services for edge solutions is forecast to sustain this pace of growth through 2026 when...
Connected rep strategy will vastly improve contact centre efficiency
By 2026, Gartner predicts customer service functions that implement the "connected rep" will improve contact centre efficiency by 30%. The connected rep is a strategy that enables customer service reps (CSRs) to perform high-quality assisted service at scale. It...
Cybersecurity pros warn against romanticising digital stalking
This month saw the start of the fourth season of the popular Netflix series You, with viewers tuning in once again to follow the exploits of Joe Goldberg, an obsessive young man going to extreme lengths to insert himself into the lives of those he is transfixed by....
Intel launches new Xeon workstation processors
Intel has announced the new Intel Xeon W-3400 and Intel Xeon W-2400 desktop workstation processors (code-named Sapphire Rapids), led by the Intel Xeon w9-3495X, Intel's most powerful desktop workstation processor. Built for professional creators, these new Xeon...
Strong security demand set to drive SASE market
The modernisation of networking and security for enterprise branches and hybrid workers is expected to drive total SASE revenue to more than $60-billion between 2022 and 2027, according to new research from Dell'Oro Group. The report further divides the total SASE...
Lessons to be learnt from Royal Mail ransomware attack
Following the leak of details of ransom negotiations between the UK's Royal Mail and ransomware group LockBit, David Bicknell, principal analyst in the Thematic Intelligence team at GlobalData, says other companies should learn some valuable lessons. "It is rare for...
IITPSA Talent Search is back to find future STEM and IT stars
The annual Computer Olympiad Talent Search, an initiative of the Institute of Information Technology Professionals South Africa (IITPSA), is back for 2023 and will be run nationwide from 6 to 10 March. The Talent Search is a fun challenge for school learners of all...
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Users’ privacy under Kaspersky protection
Kaspersky Lab has announced the availability of the new version of its flagship security solution, Kaspersky Internet Security - multi-device in South Africa, which provides users with additional opportunities to manage their Internet protection and to ensure the...
Surveillance in a box makes security affordable
Loss within the retail sector due to theft and shoplifting is a widely understood challenge. Until recently the cost of investing in an IP video surveillance solution was prohibitive, leaving many smaller retailers at risk of immense losses. Marc van Jaarsveldt,...
N3 Toll Concession improves incident tracking
Infotech Business Solutions (IBS) has implemented its Intelligen tracking, fleet management, and dispatching platform as well as mobile applications at the N3 Toll Concession (N3TC) to assist in accurately managing and capturing incident information on the N3 Toll...
NetApp software, flash systems simplify data management
"Hospitals produce a lot of data, from radiology images to patient records, and also email. We currently generate up to 6 petabytes of data that grows by more than 50% year-over-year," says Gary de Menezes, country manager at NetApp South Africa. "NetApp ONTAP...
Where does SA stand on machine learning?
While the South African market has become more aware of machine learning - as well as its capabilities and the value it can add to a business - machine learning uptake and local industry development lags behind several developed markets (not by months, but years)....
CA is a leader in application performance management
CA Technologies has been named a Leader in the "The Forrester Wave: Application Performance Management, Q3 2016", scoring the highest rating possible in the sub-criteria of off-premises infrastructure monitoring, microservices/containers monitoring, vision: BT and...
Choose the right headset for your gaming
The right headset can make all the difference, whether you're a casual gamer, looking for that competitive edge, or a music lover looking to unwind. The more competitive gamers will tell you that a headset is one of the most important purchases as it can change many...
What African banking can learn from Europe
According to a 2015 KPMG report, banking penetration is as low as 36% in some of the larger African economies, writes Darrel Orsmond, industry head: financial services at SAP Africa. Digital transformation can drive adoption of banking services by enabling banks to...
New-generation hackers target the gaming industry
Hackers love a crowd. That's true when it comes to social media networks, government system websites, financial institutions, retailers, and, based on recent headlines, gaming sites too. For an industry that is projected to be worth about R1.4 trillion in 2016, gaming...
How to combat mobile malware threats
Mobile malware and vulnerabilities have been making headlines well over the past year, and attacks are becoming a more common way for cybercriminals to steal sensitive data, writes Rick Rogers, area manager for east and west Africa at Check Point Software...
Data Architect
We are seeking an experienced Data Architect/Information Analyst with a strong background in the financial services sector, specifically in banking. The ideal candidate will have 6-8 years of experience in data architecture, data analysis, and information management....
ICT Security Analyst at Mintek – Gauteng Randburg
Introduction Mintek has an exciting career opportunity for an ICT Security Analyst. The successful candidate will ensure the security and integrity of MINTEK's ICT infrastructure by implementing and managing key security systems, monitoring network traffic, responding...
Data Architect – Gauteng Johannesburg
We are seeking an experienced Data Architect/Information Analyst with a strong background in the financial services sector, specifically in banking. The ideal candidate will have 6-8 years of experience in data architecture, data analysis, and information management....
C# Team Lead LW
Full Stack Development Leadership:Oversee front-end and back-end development using C#, .NET, and modern frameworks. Ensure high-quality, responsive web applications. (Angular, React or VueJS) API integration Lead a team of Junior & Intermediate DevelopersCloud...
Data Engineer
Hybrid working model opportunity We help our clients understand the rich data we collect from the traditional retail market in South Africa and Africa broadly. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical and mathematical background to help drive value from our...
C# Team Lead LW – Gauteng Pretoria
Full Stack Development Leadership:Oversee front-end and back-end development using C#, .NET, and modern frameworks. Ensure high-quality, responsive web applications. (Angular, React or VueJS) API integration Lead a team of Junior & Intermediate DevelopersCloud...
Data Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Hybrid working model opportunity We help our clients understand the rich data we collect from the traditional retail market in South Africa and Africa broadly. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical and mathematical background to help drive value from our...
Project Manager (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client is a highly skilled team of software engineers, front-end developers, and UX/UI designers. They specialise in developing elegant solutions for intricate problems. They prioritise creating a dynamic and nurturing environment that empowers...
Jnr JavaScript/TypeScript Developer (Stellenbosch Onsite)
ENVIRONMENT:THE coding talents of an ambitious Jnr JavaScript/TypeScript Developer is sought by a provider of cutting-edge Custom Workflow Apps to join its team working on a variety of projects and solving complex challenges. Your role will entail designing,...
Project Manager (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:Our client is a highly skilled team of software engineers, front-end developers, and UX/UI designers. They specialise in developing elegant solutions for intricate problems. They prioritise creating a dynamic and nurturing environment that empowers...
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