Solid growth predicted for customer data platforms
The global customer data platform (CDP) market is expected to reach $51,95-billion by 2030 -with a CAGR of 39,5% from 2024 to 2030 - according to a new report by Grand View Research. The growing demand for assimilating and storing unstructured and structured consumer...
Counting the global cost of digital exclusion
A staggering 627-million individuals globally – more than the populations of the US and Brazil combined - are excluded from essential digital services, including financial services, education, healthcare, and employment platforms. The is according to global full-cycle...
ICT could be game-changer career for the disabled
People with disabilities (PwDs) can play an invaluable role in South Africa's Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) while carving out a rewarding career for themselves in the country's thriving ICT sector, according to Prudence Mabitsela, co-founder and MD of training...
Solar Community Hub provides connectivity in rural Limpopo
SITA has joined Dell Technologies and Computer Aid International to launch a new Solar Community Hub to support a rural community in Limpopo. The project aligns with South African national Development Plan to reduce poverty and close the gaps of inequality....
In pursuit of the zero-carbon data centre
Kathy Gibson is at VMware Explore in Barcelona - Data centres today use massive amounts of electricity - and this is set to increase by as much as 200% as new technologies come online. "So there is an urgent problem today - and more that we need to solve," says Kit...
Banco BAI improves services with tech modernisation
Kathy Gibson is at VMware Explore in Barcelona - With more than 1,5-million retail and corporate customers, Angola's Banco Angolano de Investimentos (BAI) is determined to meet its current and future demands by modernising its technology infrastructure. Selecting...
SA’s business environment ranking for private companies improves
South Africa has been ranked 25th out of 33 EMEA countries in relation to the attractiveness of private business environments in PwC's latest EMEA Private Business Attractiveness Index 2022. This is an improvement on the country's 2021 ranking of 32nd out of 35...
Cybercrime-as-a-Service enables new wave of destructive attacks
Fortinet today unveiled predictions from the FortiGuard Labs global threat intelligence and research team about the cyberthreat landscape for the next 12 months and beyond. From quickly evolving Cybercrime-as-a-Service (CaaS)-fuelled attacks to new exploits on...
How nuclear technology supports climate change adaption in Africa
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has released a comprehensive report on Nuclear Technologies and Climate Adaptation in Africa at COP27, describing how these technologies are already being widely used to build resilience on the continent. Africa has...
The role of performance for gamers and their attitudes towards it
Top gaming influencers in the META region feel ready to spend the most on performance optimisation, with 41% investing "a very high amount" to pursue this, according to a new survey from Kaspersky. Top opinion leaders are the most performance driven, with more than...
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Arrow Electronics is a Fortune Most Admired Company
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Africa Internet Group secures €300m of funding
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Key budget highlights you may have missed
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Reports of tape’s demise are greatly exaggerated
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Visa expands operations to Côte d’Ivoire
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Developers move out of the back room
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Kaspersky Lab launches security intelligence services
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Reduce MRO spend with smart procurement
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Canon scoops seven iF Design awards
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Social accountability needed to build trust in Uganda
Development projects that pay greater attention to social accountability can improve citizen-state relations and trust in Uganda and other fragile countries, according to new research by peacebuilding organisation International Alert published yesterday. The report,...
Developer – C# (MASTER) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
Parvana Responsibilities: Deliver code that is functional, understandable, maintainable and testable. Work closely with analysts, documenters and testers. Automated testing of features developed. Deliver technical documentation as and when required. Act as a mentor to...
Data Consultant – KwaZulu-Natal Kloof
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Cloud Systems Engineer – Gauteng Midrand
Join Our Team: VDI Stack Monitoring Specialist Are you a tech-savvy wizard with a passion for storage technologies and cutting-edge solutions? Do you thrive in the realm of Unix, Linux, Windows, and virtualization technologies? If so, we've got an electrifying...
Gaming Data Analyst
My client in the Gaming/Gambling industry is seeking a data analyst that is familiar with: PythonRconducting number generator reviewsQualifications: Mathematics/Science/Commerce/IT Degree (NQF Level 7) Experience: 1-2 years Desired Skills: python RNG DMA GET SQL data...
Lead Automation Tester
Actively participate in planning, estimating, and sizing products, features, and stories for delivery.Ensure the delivery of well-structured, standard-designed quality assurance solutions within the agreed timelines with the delivery team.Report and manage issue...
Client Succes Project Manager
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Junior Azure Full Stack Developer
Our client is a dynamic and innovative technology company dedicated to delivering cutting-edge solutions. They are seeking a passionate and talented Junior Azure Full Stack Developer to join their growing team. If you are excited about working with the latest...
Gaming Data Analyst – Gauteng Rosebank
My client in the Gaming/Gambling industry is seeking a data analyst that is familiar with: PythonRconducting number generator reviewsQualifications: Mathematics/Science/Commerce/IT Degree (NQF Level 7) Experience: 1-2 years Desired Skills: python RNG DMA GET SQL data...
Lead Automation Tester – Gauteng Braamfontein
Actively participate in planning, estimating, and sizing products, features, and stories for delivery.Ensure the delivery of well-structured, standard-designed quality assurance solutions within the agreed timelines with the delivery team.Report and manage issue...
Client Succes Project Manager – KwaZulu-Natal Kloof
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