Financial inclusion demands better digital safety
Digital fraud cost South African consumers more than R740-million in 2022 alone, highlighting an urgent need for stronger digital safety measures to ensure true financial inclusion. And, as digital payments grow in popularity, so does the threat of fraud. The Southern...
Eskom price hikes could jeopardise renewable energy gains
The recent proposal by Eskom for a 44% increase in electricity prices starting April 2025 could pose a significant challenge to South Africa's energy market reform - particularly impacting renewable energy adoption and integration. As the country celebrates over 150...
How to boost the performance of African tech startups
Understanding the key drivers that turn an entrepreneurial mindset and innovative ideas into high-performing businesses could hold the key to reducing the 95% first-year failure rate of African tech startups and unlocking their potential to boost economic growth and...
Stormy weather? Scientist sharpens forecasts with AI
A perpetual shower of random raindrops falls inside a three-foot metal ring Dale Durran erected outside his front door (featured picture). It’s a symbol of his passion for finding order in the seeming chaos of the planet’s weather. A part-time sculptor and full-time...
Microsoft adds Dynamics 365, Power Platform to SA data centres
Microsoft has now made Dynamics 365 and Power Platform generally available in its enterprise-grade data centres in Johannesburg and Cape Town. The multiple hyperscale data centre locations within South Africa now provide Azure, Microsoft 365, Dynamics 365, and Power...
Project management skills need goes critical
Around the world, a widening gap exists between the need for project management professionals and the available workforce to fill these roles. According to the Project Management Institute (PMI), the global economy needs 25-million new project professionals by 2030,...
SMEs battered by Q3 disruptions
The third quarter of 2022 was characterised by record-level load shedding, conflict-induced supply chain disruptions, mounting global inflation and a weakening rand. More recently, wage strikes crippled South Africa’s imports and exports. Whether these headwinds will...
SABS adds capacity for issuing of EMC CoCs
The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) has announced that, from 1 November 2022, manufacturers of non-telecommunication electronic and electrical equipment can now apply for a SABS electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) certificate of compliance (CoC) by using any...
Medium companies see pirated software as a way to cut costs
A new Kaspersky report reveals that 24% of companies globally with 50 to 999 employees are ready to use pirated alternatives of business software to decrease IT spending. Among small businesses (less than 50 employees), only 8% are ready to take this step. This...
Pick n Pay extends cryptocurrency pilot
Pick n Pay has completed the first phase of a new pilot that allows customers to pay using cryptocurrency on their smartphones, and it now testing in more stores. The Financial Sector Conduct Authority’s (FSCA) recent announcement paves the way for cryptocurrency as a...
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Manufacturing smart machines set to double
The use of smart machines in manufacturing is growing rapidly; by 2018, 50% of the fastest growing companies in the world will have fewer employees than smart machines, according to Gartner. At IFS, we see that there is currently limited application of smart machines,...
Capacity books for SanDisk’s mobile flash
SanDisk has expanded its mobile storage portfolio by upgrading two of its most popular mobile flash drives. The SanDisk Connect Wireless Stick is now available in 200Gb capacity, while the SanDisk Ultra Dual USB Drive 3.0 is now available in 128Gb capacity with faster...
Linksys expands DD-WRT support
Linksys and DD-WRT, a Linux based alternative OpenSource firmware suitable for a variety of WLAN routers and embedded systems, have announced the expansion of DD-WRT support to include the WRT1900AC, WRT1200AC, and recently released WRT1900ACS Dual-band Gigabit WiFi...
Dot matrix printing: there’s life in the old dog yetW
Who would have thought that dot matrix printers would still be manufactured and find a sizeable niche market in 2015, some 20 years after industry pundits started to predict their imminent demise? Even though inkjets and laser printers hold most of the printer market...
Gemalto streamlines Gabon’s border security
Gemalto has been selected as end-to-end solution provider by Gabon's Department of Homeland Security DGDI to supply and implement a fully integrated border and visa management system. The new scheme will strengthen national security, improve operational efficiency and...
Teleforge bucks the trend despite weak rand
Specialised call centre solutions provider Teleforge Communications has grown its revenue 90% during the last three months, due to the weakening of the rand - which has been flirting with an exchange rate of R18 to the dollar. According to Andrew van Niekerk, MD of...
Big data for smart businesses
It has been a couple of years now that big data has been part of every single conversation of business leaders, IT decision makers and public stakeholders, writes Gary de Menezes, country manager southern Africa at NetApp. But big data is much more than a buzzword or...
Are you prepared for digital transformation?
As IT technologies continue to evolve to support the inevitable Digital Transformation, 2015 has been a year of significant change in the market, driven mainly by customers, writes Frank Basinski, director: partner programs & enablement at Red Hat EMEA. Over the...
DDoS protection needs a multi-faceted approach
With distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks becoming more complex and sophisticated, so must any defensive strategy that attempts to fully protect a financial institution. This is according to Arbor Networks, the security division of Netscout. While traditional...
Decision Inc. adds planning solution for manufacturing
Decision Inc. has crafted a preconfigured business planning and consolidation (BPC) software and service package designed to meet the unique requirements of the manufacturing sector. The SAP Certified BPC Manufacturing Accelerator simplifies approaches that are often...
Security Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town CBD
Are you looking to advance your career in the dynamic world of cybersecurity? We have an exciting opportunity in beautiful Cape Town! Join our team in a CCNP Security Certified hybrid role and take your expertise to new heights. In this position, you'll blend remote...
Software Engineer (TypeScript, Python, AWS) (CPT/JHB/DBN Hybrid) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:A dedicated Solar Partner for businesses across Asia and Africa seeks the coding talents of a Software Engineer to join its team and help take solar into a new realm with a new set of tools. The role will require creativity, innovation and a new way of...
Systems Analyst at TT – Gauteng Johannesburg
Systems Analyst The Systems Analyst works closely with Business Analysts, Architects and Developers to design new IT solutions, modify, enhance, or adapt existing systems and integrate new features or improvements, with the aim of improving business efficiency and...
.NET Tech Lead
Are you a seasoned developer with a passion for leadership and innovation? We're seeking a talented and motivated .NET Tech Lead to join our team. In this role, you'll play a critical role in leading a team of developers and delivering high-quality software solutions...
Operations WMS & Systems Manager
ENVIRONMENT:A leading South African online retailer is seeking a highly skilled Operations WMS & Systems Manager to join their team in Cape Town. This young, dynamic, and rapidly growing company is looking for intelligent, creative, and diligent individuals with...
SQL Database Administrator (DBA)
At iOCO, we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Database Administrator (DBA) to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in a multi-tiered and multi-client environment, with a strong focus on SQL Server...
Linux Engineer
Our client based in Pretoria is looking for a Linux Engineer to join their team3 MONTHS contract Requirements: Relevant IT Diploma or suitable experience.4 years + Linux Engineer skills and experienceDuties and Responsibilities: Linux Engineering Duties and...
Project Manager – Eastern Cape East London
Project Manager required for a property company based in East London ROLE OVERVIEWThe Project Manager will be responsible for managing the implementation and maintenance of various systems and technologies within our organization. This role will require a strong...
SAP SAC Planning and BW Consultant at Sabenza IT – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Our Client is a leading innovator in the world of SAP solutions. We are committed to delivering cutting-edge technology that empowers businesses to achieve their strategic goals. With a focus on SAP Business Intelligence (BI) and Business Warehouse (BW), we are...
Systems Developer (PHP Developer) – Gauteng Johannesburg
Write and Edit PHP Code Write and edit PHP code on the back end of web applications and dynamic sites. Consider the web application's intended function and work to integrate the PHP code with existing HTML code. Work with the application's data structure to maintain...
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