Durable, engineered CO2 removals will reach 630 megatonnes by 2044
Carbon dioxide removal (CDR) will be needed to reach any international net zero emission targets and avoid global warming beyond 1,5°C to 2°C. Negative emissions technologies (NETs), especially those that go beyond nature-based approaches to provide long-lasting...
Melinda Gates resigns from Melinda and Bill Gates Foundation
Melinda French Gates has resigned from her role as co-chair of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, with her last day being 7 June 2024. Mark Suzman, CEO of the foundation, shares that Melinda Gates plans to play a role in improving the lives of women and families....
New deadline for STB registration
The deadline for applications and registrations for government-subsidised set-top boxes (STBs) for qualifying indigent households has been extended to 30 September 2022. The call for applications for government-subsidised set-top boxes was first made in October 2015...
Amazon Prime Days or Amazon Crime Days?
Kicking off tomorrow (12 July), the annual Amazon shopping extravaganza, as always, is promised to be bigger and better with more cash savings and offers on goods. Online shoppers are already on the hunt for one-time offers or once-a-year deals and are closely...
Sustainable supply chain initiatives saved semiconductor companies in 2021
In 2021, approximately 95% of the top 20 publicly traded semiconductor companies by revenue reported more than a 22% year-on-year (YoY) growth in revenue. This comes despite supply chain issues, disruptions in the logistic network and a greater demand for technology,...
Does Lockdown Mode equal security?
Apple recently announced its new ‘Lockdown Mode’, aimed at protecting users who may be at risk of highly targeted cyberattacks from private companies developing state-sponsored mercenary spyware. The most significant recent case of such an attack was highlighted by...
What to expect when Webb Telescope sends first images
NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope, a partnership with ESA (European Space Agency) and CSA (Canadian Space Agency), will soon reveal unprecedented and detailed views of the universe, with the upcoming release of its first full-color images and spectroscopic data. Below...
Musk pulls out of Twitter deal
Elon Musk has terminated his proposed acquisition of Twitter, citing several areas he believes Twitter to be in breach of the agreement. In an 8 July regulatory filing, the Tesla and SpaceX founder said Twitter was in material breach of the acquisition deal because it...
SA shows commitment to developing digital potential
South Africa is well-positioned to be the leading digital economy on the African continent and even in the developing world. In doing so, it can bridge many of the social and economic divides both within the country and with the rest of the world. That’s going to be...
Role of basic sciences in sustainable development highlighted
Today (Friday 8 July 2022) marks the launch of the International Year of Basic Sciences for Sustainable Development. The Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf) is co-ordinating South African participation on behalf of the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI)...
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Tax saving tips for small businesses
As SMEs reflect on the National Budget Speech, the focus should now be on implementing long term strategies to deal with challenges imposed by the ever-changing business environment. Elize Giese, head of investments for FNB Business, says given the current economic...
African business is easy – with the right partner
Africa's growth is skyrocketing, driving a previously unseen business interest and investment on the continent. Africa is seen to be one of the hottest global opportunities for corporate expansion. However, not all African countries are enjoying the same speed and...
Trend Micro Cloud App Security is more sharing
Business cloud users are estimated to grow from 50-million in 2013 to 695-million by 2022, making data security a top operational concern for organisations transitioning to the cloud. Trend Micro has announced the expansion of its Cloud App Security solution to Box,...
Fortinet strengthen its presence in African market
Fortinet has invested in the African market through the appointment of three new members. This reinforcement of the team aims at expanding its business growth on the African market, says Perry Hutton, regional vice-president - Africa at Fortinet. "As the African...
The Notebook Company adds R128 000 gamer’s laptop
Laptop and accessories retailer, The Notebook Company, recently sold a Dell Alienware custom built gamer's laptop worth R60 000 and is now offering a gaming laptop, the Asus Rog GX700, which is priced at R120 000. This is the most expensive laptop ever offered in...
Netsurit and Inobits in strategic merger
Technology services company Netsurit and niche professional services consultancy Inobits have concluded a deal, with the two companies merging under the Netsurit banner. Their combined skills sets create a business poised to quickly capture new market share, enabling...
Arrow Electronics is a Fortune Most Admired Company
Arrow Electronics, the joint venture partner of African distributor Arrow Altech Distribution (AAD), has been named to Fortune magazine's "World's Most Admired Companies" for the 16th consecutive year. Arrow Altech again topped the list in the "Wholesalers:...
Africa Internet Group secures €300m of funding
Africa Internet Group (AIG), the parent of African e-commerce platform Jumia, has secured more than Euro 300-million in funding from new and existing investors, including the previously announced funding commitment from AXA, a leader in insurance and asset management....
Key budget highlights you may have missed
Rob Cooper, tax expert and director of legislation and proposed legislation at Sage HR & Payroll, upacks some of the less obvious elements from last week's National Budget Speech. Last week Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan did an admirable job of balancing South...
Reports of tape’s demise are greatly exaggerated
As with most things vintage or old, tape storage has through the years been the highlight of many technology obituary pages. The basic thinking is that current technologies like disk storage and cloud offer more advantages like faster throughput and reliability....
Business Analyst (SNR) at Datonomy Solutions
This position requires an experienced person who has a solid understanding of Business Analysis and Enterprise Business Processes.Responsibilities include:Assessing, analysing, optimising, documenting, implementing, and testing end-to-end enterprise business processes...
Lead AWS Python Developer
An available role currently exists for a Lead AWS Python Developer. The incumbent will be responsible for building solutions from requirements received from product owner and be able to work in an agile environment.AWS components such as Lambda, SQS , Dynamo DBAWS API...
Developer – Internship Role (CPT) at Parvana Recruitment
Parvana Role: Our highly successful national client is looking for a bright and ambitious developer for their team. You are not expected to know anything, you will be provided with courses as well as on the job training which will last for over 4 months. This role can...
Business Analyst
Our client is seeking a very skilled Business Analyst to join their dynamic company in the IT Industry.Job Function:To provide expertise and advice to support the development of operational implementation plans and associated service delivery processes, methods and...
Senior Full Stack Software Engineer
Our client is on the lookout for a passionate Senior Full Stack Engineer, this is a hybrid position. Key Requirements 6+ years' experience overall.BSc/ BTech/ [URL Removed]PHPLaravelCode IgniterMySQLRestful APIShould you meet the requirements for this position, please...
Aftersales & Continuous Support Administrator – Gauteng Johannesburg
Our client is seeking for an Aftersales & Continuous Support Administrator to join their company.Purpose Of The Position:Providing administrative support to the aftersales & site services team, which may include tasks such as maintaining client databases,...
Business Analyst (SNR) at Datonomy Solutions – Gauteng Johannesburg North
This position requires an experienced person who has a solid understanding of Business Analysis and Enterprise Business Processes.Responsibilities include:Assessing, analysing, optimising, documenting, implementing, and testing end-to-end enterprise business processes...
Lead AWS Python Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg
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Developer – Internship Role (CPT) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
Parvana Role: Our highly successful national client is looking for a bright and ambitious developer for their team. You are not expected to know anything, you will be provided with courses as well as on the job training which will last for over 4 months. This role can...
Business Analyst – Eastern Cape Gqebera
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