Why do SA healthcare workers have low resilience?
A study led by the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Dr Itumeleng Ntatamala and published in BMC Health Service Research has revealed that South African healthcare workers (HCWs) exhibited lower levels of resilience compared to similar studies conducted globally. The...
Mobile units bring IDs to schools
Home Affairs deployed mobile offices to more than 1 600 schools during the first quarter of this year, allowing learners to apply for and receive their first identity cards and other documentation. The department says that 37 214 learners at 1 625 schools were able to...
African genomics surveillance was key in identifying Covid variants
The rapid expansion of genomics surveillance in Africa allowed the continent to describe the introduction and spread of the SARS-CoV-2 variants in African countries in realtime during the Covid-19 pandemic. A major scientific report from Africa featured in the journal...
Perseverance rover finds ancient life on Mars
NASA’s Perseverance rover is well into its second science campaign, collecting rock-core samples from features within an area long considered by scientists to be a top prospect for finding signs of ancient microbial life on Mars. The rover has collected four samples...
The Merge touted as the most significant crypto event in years
The Ethereum Merge is a "landmark, historic moment" for the entire cryptocurrency market that will be a "major catalyst" driving prices higher in the long term. This is the bullish prediction from deVere Group CEO Nigel Green, as the long-awaited so-called Merge of...
Only a quarter of workers are confident about their careers
Only one in four employees is confident about their career path at their current organisation, according to Gartner. A Gartner survey of more than 3 300 employees conducted in March 2022 revealed that fewer than one in three employees knows how to progress their...
Skills registry aims to boost ICT development, employment
The Internet Services Providers Association (ISPA) has partnerd with the Wireless Access Providers Association (WAPA) and the Wireless Application Service Providers Association (WASPA) to launch phase 1 of the ICT Skills Registry, a searchable database that contains...
FormBook takes over as top malware for August
Check Point Research (CPR), in its Global Threat Index for August 2022, reports that FormBook is now the most prevalent malware, taking over from Emotet, which has held that position since its reappearance in January. FormBook is an Infostealer targeting Windows OS...
Healthcare and patient data security under the spotlight
In sub-Saharan Africa, making healthcare services more accessible can be achieved through digital services. Telehealth solutions have been well-received by the industry and patients alike, more so during the pandemic when it became a necessity. With World Patient...
Seacom, Broadband Infraco in strategic partnership
Seacom and Broadband Infraco (BBI) are pleased to announce a strategic partnership intended to improve available long-distance network infrastructure for government entities in South Africa. In this joint effort, SEACOM and BBI - a state-owned company and significant...
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Using BYOE for cloud-based data
While cloud computing, virtualisation, and other enabling technologies are integral to the Always-On business, Warren Olivier, regional manager for Southern Africa at Veeam, feels it should not detract from the importance of security. He discusses how bring your own...
Wakaberry launches WakaApp with SWARM
Wakaberry, the pioneering self-service, soft-serve frozen yoghurt bar franchise, has added a new dimension to its interactive culture by launching its popular loyalty card programme as a smartphone app. Created by Cape Town-based mobile loyalty specialist SWARM...
Prepare your e-commerce site for the Christmas shopping rush
The Christmas shopping rush is soon upon us and the only thing we can be certain of, is that online shopping of gifts will continue to increase. But also that many e-customers will be disappointed with their online shopping experiences. "Response time is money", says...
Samsung named as one of SA’s top employers
Samsung Electronics South Africa has been officially certified by the Top Employers Institute for the company's exceptional employee conditions. A total of 77 companies received the Top Employers South Africa certification, following research by the Top Employers...
TruTeq deploys guard tracking devices
Asset and SafeSport Tracking has supplied a range of specialised guard tracking devices to Imvula Maxim Security, a company providing security services for Mondi in Richards Bay and the northern KwaZulu-Natal area. The deal was struck in conjunction with business...
Capgemini and Fortinet deliver enterprise services
Capgemini has announced a global alliance partner relationship with Fortinet which will allow it to reinforce its cyber security services portfolio leveraging Fortinet products to help reduce customer cyber security costs and increase the resilience of clients'...
KPMG, Digital Skills Academy to boost digital skills
Professional services firm KPMG’s South Africa practice has signed an Industry Partner agreement with international educator Digital Skills Academy, in a move set to boost high-end practical IT skills among South African participants.
FNB expands Automated Deposit Terminal footprint
The positive uptake in the use of Automated Deposit Terminals (ADTs) shows increased customer confidence in channelling their banking to electronic platforms. FNB was the first bank in South Africa to introduce ADTs, devices with electronic depositing capabilities,...
Merchants is one of SA’s Top Employers
Merchants SA has been officially certified by the Top Employers Institute for its exceptional employee offerings. The annual international research undertaken by the Top Employers Institute recognises leading employers around the world: those that provide excellent...
Interactive Intelligence wins UCC award
Interactive Intelligence Group, a global provider of software and cloud services for customer engagement, unified communications and collaboration, has received Frost & Sullivan's 2015 EMEA Company of the Year Award in Customer Contact. This award, which...
Intermediate software Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Our client is looking for a talented Intermediate Software Engineer specializing in Python and Django. This role offers flexibility with a hybrid or remote work setup based in Johannesburg or Cape Town. If you're passionate about building scalable software solutions,...
Project Manager (Construction) – Remote Remote
Are you an experienced Project Manager (Construction / Building Industry) with a knack for overseeing luxurious residential developments? Are you ready for a new challenge? Mirna Butler Recruitment is seeking a seasoned Project Manager for a prestigious client in the...
IT Support Engineer – Gauteng Centurion
IT Software Industry experience is required and not negotiableOn-the-job Training and Certification is included.Please only apply if you meet the below criteria.This is a full time, permanent, office based position with National and International travelling from time...
Senior Developer (Xamarin / Maui) – Western Cape Cape Town
Technical Skills:Core Technologies: Languages & Frameworks: C#, ASP.NET, HTML, JavaScript, CSS, XML. Libraries & Tols: JQuery, LINQ, SignalR. Database: MS SQL Server (MSSQL). Web & Integration: IIS (Internet Information Services), REST API integration....
Senior Business Analyst at Datonomy Solutions – Western Cape Cape Town
We are looking for a Senior Business Analyst to join our team in Cape Town- hybrid.Role Details:Requirements DocumentationStakeholder management and communication skillsExecution of business analysis methodologyIdentify, refine, clarify, and define the business...
IT DevOps Engineer
This role aims to implement DevOps principles and practices within engineering teams by offering training, documentation, and direct, hands-on expertise. The DevOps Engineer will be responsible for the entire lifecycle of our infrastructure, from design through the...
Network Engineer (CPT) (EE)
ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic Internet Service & Network Specialist seeks the technical expertise of a Network Engineer whose core role will be to contribute high-level support such as strategic planning of network upgrades and high-level network performance analyses. You...
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 productivity....
Data Scientist
We are looking to hire a skilled and experienced Data Scientist with a robust background in data analysis, machine learning, and statistical modeling. Demonstrates proficiency in leveraging advanced analytical techniques to extract meaningful insights from large and...
Data Engineer
Our client in the centre of Pretoria, a large financial institute has a vacancy for a Data Engineer on a contract basis.The Company has embarked on a multi-year IT transformational programme to renew the Finsurv IT landscape. This programme is known as the 1FinSurv...
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