Broadband adoption ramps up in Africa
Kathy Gibson reports from Africa Tech Festival – Broadband is leading the connectivity charge in Africa as countries across the continent get access to fast networks. This was the overarching message from the Africa Broadband Forum 2024, held on the sidelines of the...
Surge in demand for AI in contact centres
Contact centres are under increasing pressure to improve customer experiences despite having fewer resources and, while 100% are turning to AI and automation for help, many face challenges due to limited in-house expertise. This is one of the key findings of a new...
Webb unveils dark side of pre-stellar ice chemistry
If you want to build a habitable planet, ices are a vital ingredient because they are the main source of several key elements — namely carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, and sulfur (referred to here as CHONS). These elements are important ingredients in both...
Blockchain key to rebuilding African financial systems
Africa has an enormous cash and informal trade economy: however, at the root of many challenges that Africa currently faces is financial exclusion. An alarming 900-million people are unbanked in Africa due to numerous challenges, including accessibility to banks,...
These are the key barriers to crypto adoption
Nearly half (41%) of cryptocurrency users in South Africa fear losing money due to volatility, and no longer use digital currencies, according to the latest Kaspersky research. Additionally, 10% of local respondents have already lost money and stopped investing as a...
Yahoo leads as the most impersonated brand for phishing
Yahoo was the most impersonated brand for phishing attacks during Q4 2022, climbing 23 places and accounting for 20% of all attempts. This is according to Check Point Research (CPR), in its Brand Phishing Report for Q4 2022. The report highlights the brands that were...
Sweden’s National Library turns to AI to parse centuries of data
For the past 500 years, the National Library of Sweden has collected virtually every word published in Swedish, from priceless medieval manuscripts to present-day pizza menus. Thanks to a centuries-old law that requires a copy of everything published in Swedish to be...
Reducing carbon footprint a focus for packaging
With most public commitments to sustainable packaging at risk of going unfulfilled, 20% of organizations will shift their focus from recycling and eliminating plastics to reducing the carbon footprint of their packaging by 2026, according to Gartner. While the pivot...
Business holds the key to solving SA challenges
Kathy Gibson reports - As South Africa grapples with the issue of ongoing loadshedding, the private sector is quietly making a difference and going a long way towards solving the issue. This is the word from Michael Jordaan, founder and CEO of Montegray Capital, who...
Resilient African tech ecosystem still growing
Despite the global venture capital (VC) downturn, the African tech ecosystem grew faster than all other markets globally. This is among the findings of Partech Africa's annual report on Africa Tech Venture Capital, which aims to provide a practical picture of the...
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Bid to improve African aviation safety
Africa has just 3% of global air traffic, and yet air accidents on the continent account for roughly 20% of the worldwide total. These statistics are dominated by controlled flight into terrain (CFIT) events and can be significantly mitigated via Global Navigation...
Better connectivity increases risks
In today's hyper-connected world, where it is possible for businesses and consumers alike to undertake multiple transactions on several devices simultaneously, convenience is enhanced, but so is the likelihood of crime, especially fraud. However, there are ways to...
Genetec upgrades unified IP platform, security centre
Genetec, a provider of open-architecture, unified IP security solutions today announced version 5.5 of Security Center, the company's open architecture, unified IP security platform that combines access control, video surveillance, ALPR, and communications. Security...
Time is money – and labour law is clear on that
The Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA) sets the fundamental conditions of service for all employment situations, ranging from the domestic to, with variations, the industrial. When it comes to hours worked per week in business, particularly overtime, the BCEA...
Take alcohol out of the equation at work
Alcohol, even many hours after consumption, severely impairs a person's ability to properly operate equipment and vehicles. It is responsible for 60% fatal accidents and up to 40% of workplace accidents. Not a comforting thought when you have to dispense keys to plant...
TEDx Disruptors coming to GIBS
TEDxJohannesburg has announced the speaker line-up for its inaugural TEDxSalon, themed The Disruptors, to be hosted at the Gordon Institute of Business Science's campus in Illovo, Johannesburg on 18 August 2016 from 10:00am - 2:30pm. TEDxSalon is an extension of TEDx...
Xero match for Yoco
Small to medium-sized businesses (SMEs) can now operate from anywhere with Xero's cloud-based accounting software and Yoco's mobile point of sale. Together they offer complete mobility and a seamless accounting experience with an up-to-date financial view of the...
Samsung launches Gear Fit2 and Gear IconX in SA
Samsung Electronics South Africa has announced the availability of the Samsung Gear Fit2 and the Gear IconX locally, the newest additions to Samsung's range of advanced sports technologies. The Gear Fit2 sports band features an embedded GPS and a heart rate monitor...
Smart UX Centre SDK now mobile-compatible
Samsung Electronics South Africa's Printing Solutions has released the V.1.5.0 update for its Smart User Experience (UX) Centre Software Development Kit (SDK), adding new features including mobile compatibility to its versatile software tools. Samsung's Smart UX...
Rectron secures distribution rights for EKWB
Rectron has secured the distribution rights for Slovenian premium liquid cooling hardware manufacturer, Edvard Kӧnig Water Blocks (EKWB), for southern Africa. Celebrating its 10th anniversary this year, EKWB has established itself as a leading brand in the field of...
Senior Systems Administrator – Remote Remote
Our client is looking for a Senior Systems Administrator who will be responsible for overseeing and maintaining the organization's IT infrastructure, ensuring the optimal performance, security, and reliability of systems, networks, and servers. This role involves...
System Administrator – Remote Remote
Our client is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Systems Administrator to join their IT team. The ideal candidate will assist in maintaining, monitoring, and supporting their IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, and user support systems.Job...
Data Architect – Gauteng Johannesburg
Looking for a data-driven adventure? Join South Africa's leading mobile network provider as a Data Architect! Your mission: Design and implement cutting-edge data solutions that power our mobile network. What's in it for you? Enjoy 24 days of annual leave, a hybrid...
Senior C# Developer Back-End
REQUIREMENTS: Relevant Degree or Diploma required or relevant real-world experienceMinimum 4 years relevant work experience is requiredExperience with MS Team Foundation Server (TFS) would be advantageousSolid experience writing back-end software using C++ and C#...
Senior ServiceNow Developer
Job Summary: Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior ServiceNow Developer to join their dynamic IT team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of ServiceNow's platform, be proficient in developing custom applications, and have...
Full-Stack Developer
We are seeking a talented Senior Full-Stack Developer with expertise in C# .NET, BI Development, and CRM Dynamics 365 to join our dynamic team. As a Senior Full-Stack Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software applications...
Infrastructure/Cloud Engineer at Reverside
Job Title: Infrastructure/Cloud EngineerJob Summary:We are seeking a skilled and experienced Infrastructure/Cloud Engineer to join our dynamic IT [Email Address Removed] Infrastructure/Cloud Engineer will be responsible for a deep understanding of cloud computing...
Senior C# Developer Back-End – Gauteng Centurion
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Senior ServiceNow Developer – Remote Remote
Job Summary: Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior ServiceNow Developer to join their dynamic IT team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of ServiceNow's platform, be proficient in developing custom applications, and have...
Full-Stack Developer – Gauteng Roodepoort
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