Digitalisation can empower informal merchants to unlock Africa’s growth
The digital transformation of sub-Saharan Africa’s economy will not be complete without a focus on helping the region’s hundreds of thousands of small, micro and informal merchants to digitalise their businesses. And payments represents a natural starting point for...
Emerging markets well positioned to drive global growth
By 2035, emerging markets will play a crucial role in shaping the global economy, contributing about 65% of global economic growth. This is among the findings from S&P Global’s latest Look Forward research study, which identifies and assesses the opportunities and...
Mobility-as-a-service set for massive growth
A new study from Juniper Research has found that MaaS (mobility-as-a-service) will generate revenue of $92-billion globally by 2027, up from $20-billion in 2022. Growing by 357% over the period, the main drivers will be the cost and convenience of MaaS solutions and...
Prepare to defend against crimeware and financial threats in 2023
In 2023, we will observe a great demand for malware loaders on the darknet: instead of developing their own malicious samples, attackers will opt for ready-made services with enhanced detection avoidance. Moreover, due to increasing regulations imposed on...
SA wins 15 medals at the BRICS Future Skills Challenge
South Africa's best future-forward digital skills are comparable to those of top candidates from Brazil, Russia, India and China. This is according to the results of the BRICS Future Skills Challenge, an online multi-day competition hosted by China this month. South...
Employers value procurement and supply professionals
The CIPS Procurement Salary Guide 2022: South Africa paints a clear picture of just how valuable procurement and supply professionals have become to organisations in an increasingly volatile and uncertain world. As the war in Ukraine escalates, inflation spikes,...
Online sales grew on Cyber Monday, Black Friday
The average transaction per minute on Cyber Monday was 408 as South Africans continued to shop for the best deals online. This is according to the 3D Secure data, BankservAfrica's online card authentication service (i.e., transactions that require customer...
FortiGuard Labs helps Interpol take down cybercriminals in Africa
FortiGuard Labs has provided evidentiary support to Interpol and African Member countries as part of the Africa Cyber Surge Operation (ASCO) to help detect, investigate, and disrupt cybercrime through co-ordinated law enforcement activities, using Interpol platforms,...
What to expect in the cybersecurity space in 2023
KnowBe4 has released its 2023 cybersecurity predictions from its team of industry experts. The top five predicted cybersecurity trends for 2023 include: * A shift in focus to creating a security culture within organizations across the globe - The need for security...
Data protection laws being put to the test
A global survey conducted in May 2022 by MARCO has found that the Covid-19 pandemic ushered in a new era of online shopping, cashless payments, and the general growth of the digital ecosystem. As more and more transactions move online, the importance of privacy and...
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Wireless networking drives digitalisation
Wireless networking solutions are soaring in popularity as governments and enterprises of all sizes leverage emerging trends such as mobility, Bring-Your-Own-Device (BYOD) and the Internet of Things (IoT) to drive secure digital transformation, Avaya announced today....
Econz adds features for facilities, field managers
Econz Wireless has been providing mobile time and attendance solutions across the globe for more than 30 years. Today it offera three solutions that provide a full suite of features entirely suited to facilities managers and field managers. Econz Wireless has been...
SA software developer launches UK business platform
Fresh Projects, an online business platform tailor made for built environment professionals, will be working with the Association for Consultancy and Engineering (ACE) in the UK to assist in providing its SME client base with additional benefits. The collaboration...
Landmark 20th free beer session this week
Obsidian Systems' next open source-technology focused networking session or Free Beer Session is scheduled for 12 May. The company says this session, the 20th in the series, is one not to be missed and will feature a strong line up of speakers including internet...
EMC announces Native Hybrid Cloud
EMC has launched the latest addition to its cloud portfolio, Native Hybrid Cloud (NHC), a turnkey platform for cloud-native application development and deployment. NHC enables enterprises to innovate and scale faster. It helps enterprise IT and operations teams to...
DVT smokes SugarCRM software test
Software and solutions specialist DVT has successfully automated a "smoke" test for a client using the popular SugarCRM software solution at its Global Testing Centre (GTC) in Cape Town. As part of the project, DVT was also asked to validate the extraction,...
Vox Telecom simplifies SME telephony
Vox Telecom has launched a bundled PBX and uncapped voice offering that gives small and medium businesses a cost-effective and flexible telephony solution to meet their needs. As part of the bundle, Vox Telecom is offering new customers the use of the PBX for free for...
What social media means for contact centres
The social media landscape has evolved drastically in recent years with the ability to remotely access internet on the go. These advancements have changed how social media is perceived as it is no longer viewed as just a platform for advertising and marketing but...
Time to get serious about leadership ethics
With the debate about ethical leadership (or the lack thereof) in South Africa's public sector continuing to rage - and everyone from stalwarts and chief justices to business leaders commenting on this previously taboo subject - it is an apt time for the country's...
Kenyan companies at cyber-crime risk
With the threat of cyber-crime and insider fraud on the rise, Kenyan companies should be looking towards cloud applications as one means of improving the security of their IT environments. That's the word from Dr Rutendo Hwindingwi, divisional director for Sage East...
Senior Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg
We are looking to hire a Senior Developer who will be a seasoned member of the Front-End team. As a Senior Developer, you will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and maintaining robust and scalable customer-facing applications. A solid techie with insight...
Business Analyst at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
Client Details: Our client is a leading IT services company with expertise in telco, payments, retail software - they have a global client base with a strong R&D focus. They are great believers in continuous improvement and fast adapters to new tech and constantly...
IT Support Technician
IT Support Technician - Johannesburg South REQUIREMENTS:Microsoft A+ & N+ EssentialNational Senior Certificate (matric) or technical equivalentNetworking experience (LAN, WAN & Wireless)Server Backup Administration2 - 3 years' experience in a similar...
Senior BI Developer (JHB Hybrid)
ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic provider of Data-driven, Efficient & Cost-effective Tech Solutions in Joburg seeks the expertise of a Senior BI Developer whose core role will entail data modeling, dashboard creation, and using your analytical skills to provide valuable...
Full Stack Developer / Senior PHP Developer
As a Full Stack Developer at the company, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining the company's web applications. You will work closely with their cross-functional team to implement new features, improve performance, and ensure the highest...
Mid-level software developer
Kloof - Are you a passionate software developer with experience in developing web applications with the ability to work on both front and back-end technologies. Are ready to make an impact with your coding skills? This is an exciting opportunity that could be your...
Business Analyst at Parvana Recruitment
About the Role: As a Business Analyst, you will play a crucial role in bridging the gap between business needs and technology solutions. You will work closely with stakeholders to understand requirements, analyse processes, and recommend improvements to enhance...
IT Support Technician – Gauteng Ormonde
IT Support Technician - Johannesburg South REQUIREMENTS:Microsoft A+ & N+ EssentialNational Senior Certificate (matric) or technical equivalentNetworking experience (LAN, WAN & Wireless)Server Backup Administration2 - 3 years' experience in a similar...
Senior BI Developer (JHB Hybrid) – Gauteng Rosebank
ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic provider of Data-driven, Efficient & Cost-effective Tech Solutions in Joburg seeks the expertise of a Senior BI Developer whose core role will entail data modeling, dashboard creation, and using your analytical skills to provide valuable...
Full Stack Developer / Senior PHP Developer – Remote Remote
As a Full Stack Developer at the company, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining the company's web applications. You will work closely with their cross-functional team to implement new features, improve performance, and ensure the highest...
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