African executives rank innovation as a top priority
More African companies are prioritising innovation more than ever before--and have experienced an increased innovation readiness, unlike global counterparts--although not without challenges. A new report released from Boston Consulting Group (BCG) finds that 65% of...
Skills shortage hampers Africa’s fight against cybercrime
Kathy Gibson reports - As cyber attacks become more frequent, and more crippling, a massive shortage of cybersecurity skills is hampering Africa's ability to meet the onslaught. This is one of the troubling findings from "Elevating Africa's Cyber Resilience", a new...
Network upgrade a major boost for academia
The South African National Research and Education Network (SA NREN) has been upgraded to help all connected South African universities, colleges, scientific councils, researchers, innovation centres, and more access faster connectivity quicker. The CSIR, SANReN,...
Largest renewable energy PV and battery storage project signed off
Standard Bank and British International Investment (BII) have partnered with Scatec and H1 Holdings to successfully reach financial close on the first sizable battery energy storage and photovoltaic (PV) solar project in South Africa – believed to be Africa’s largest...
NTT leverages SA skills to deliver Tour de France data
NTT is using Dimension Data’s technology and innovation to enhance the fan experience across the Tour de France and Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift. The 2022 event will see the inaugural women’s race which will start on the Champs-Élysées on 24 July 2022 , prior to...
Ericsson, Qualcomm, Thales to take 5G into space
Ericsson, French aerospace company Thales and wireless technology innovator Qualcomm Technologies are planning to take 5G out of this world and across a network of Earth-orbiting satellites. Having each conducted detailed research, which included multiple studies and...
Increased revenues, subscribers for Vodacom
Vodacom Group reports that group revenue increased 5,2% to R26,1-billion for the quarter ended 30 June 2022, underpinned by a resilient performance in South Africa. Group service revenue was up 5,2%, supported by growth in data revenue and new services such as IoT....
Telefonica to connect IoT devices via satellite with 5G
Telefonica, through its divisions Telefonica Tech and Telefonica Global Solutions (TGS), and Sateliot, are collaborating in the development of an innovative connectivity service with dual 5G NB-IoT technology in which Sateliot's new satellite network will be...
Liquid debuts Cyber Security Fusion Centre in Joburg
Liquid Cyber Security, a business of Cassava Technologies, has launched the first of its matrix of Cyber Security Fusion Centres in Johannesburg. With this Fusion Centre, Liquid aims to bolster the cyber security industry in the country by managing the growing threat...
Digital transformation makes data integrity critical
Kathy Gibson reports – It’s fair to say that things have really changed over the last few years – and that not just because of Covid. There was a time when IT was seperate department, says Kate Mollett, senior director: Africa at Commvault. Today, it is an integral...
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Ensure your cloud business is recoverable
If the recent outages by large local service providers is anything to go by, then you need to ensure that your business data that is hosted in the cloud is secure, backed up and recoverable. It is with this that local cloud platform and cloud products distributor...
Successful workplace transformations
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Data Management launches benchmark survey
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Funding and utility connection
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Sophos Cloud now with advanced Web security
Sophos has announced the availability of Sophos Cloud Web Gateway, a cloud-based secure web gateway that delivers advanced protection for users, devices and data across multiple operating systems, regardless of their location. The addition of secure Web gateway to...
VMware supports Window 10
VMware, a global leader in cloud infrastructure and business mobility, announced a comprehensive solution to support Windows 10. Customers upgrading to Windows 10 can take advantage of the management, transition and app delivery tools provided by the VMware Workspace...
Tripp Lite appoints BT-SA
Tripp Lite, a global manufacturer of power protection and connectivity solutions, has appointed local systems integrator BT-SA as a Critical Application Partner (CAP). This partnership agreement will allow Tripp Lite to expand its footprint throughout the African...
Access Kenya rolls out XON solution
XON, with Procera Networks, has delivered a multi-tenant system to Access Kenya’s entire customer-base, providing a self-service portal showing detailed near realtime, per-application reporting, per customer. The system also enables revenue protection through billing...
Ricoh SA commits to Western Cape
Ricoh SA’s Cape Town office has made two senior appointments as it continues to support the strong Western Cape market for production print services, managed document services, business process services and communication services. Linzy Green is strategic account...
New degree from Digital Skills Academy
Digital Skills Academy has launched the world’s first online degree in integrated digital technology, business and design. The International BSc (Honours) in Digital Technology, Design and Innovation commences in October 2015 with international participants from North...
Developer – SQL at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client: Our client is a global leader in digital marketing and client reporting solutions, empowering financial professionals to enhance investor engagement and retention. With operations spanning four continents, they are rapidly expanding their team...
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Role:Our client is looking for a Software Engineer to join their dynamic team to assist with ongoing maintenance of existing products and to participate in the development of new, exciting and enhanced products and solutions for the HR industry. This is a great...
Development Team Lead – Gauteng Pretoria West
Our client is looking for a Development Lead, who will play a pivotal role in shaping their Tech ecosystem, optimising productivity, and driving excellence in product design, development, and deployment. Responsibilities: Develop and execute a comprehensive...
.NET Tech Lead
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business Analyst – SQL at Financial technology sector
A well established on growing company in the Financial technology sector is looking for your experience as a business Analyst - with at least 2 - 3 years solid SQL expertise Very URGENT to join the team The Business Analyst will fill the role of being a vital link...
Head of SALT Software Engineering at South African Astronomical Observatory
The SAAO seeks to appoint a Head of the SALT Software Engineering division who will be responsible for managing and leading a team of software engineers. The team is responsible for developing and maintaining software for a broad base of telescope sub-systems, and...
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Our client is looking for a Network administrator to secure and maintain the organisation's computer systems' network. Maintain a reliable, secure and efficient data communications network.Position: Network Administrator Type: PermanentLocation: Benoni Job...
.NET Tech Lead – Gauteng Gauteng
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business Analyst – SQL at Financial technology sector – Gauteng Sandown
A well established on growing company in the Financial technology sector is looking for your experience as a business Analyst - with at least 2 - 3 years solid SQL expertise Very URGENT to join the team The Business Analyst will fill the role of being a vital link...
Head of SALT Software Engineering at South African Astronomical Observatory – Western Cape Cape Town CBD
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