Wind energy projects on the rise
There has been a substantial growth in wind energy projects, with over 48GW in various stages of development, according to the 2024 South African Renewable Energy Grid Survey (SAREGS) results, presented earlier this week by the South African Wind Energy Association...
SweepSouth spotlights woes of domestic workers
Inflation and the broader cost-of-living crisis are taking an immense financial and mental toll on South Africa's domestic workers - that's one of the standout findings from the seventh annual SweepSouth Report on Pay and Working Conditions for Domestic Workers. The...
Partnership aims for first smart metal mine enabled by 5G
Nkwe Platinum and South Africa Zijin Platinum, both wholly-owned subsidiaries of the multinational Zijin Mining Group, have partnered with MTN and Huawei, signing a collaboration agreement to build the southern Africa region’s first 5G-enabled smart metal mine. MTN...
These are the most common mistakes on social networks
As at January 2022, more than half of the world uses social media. In other words, about 4,62-billion people make social media part of their daily lives - often taking up more of their time than they would like. However, although these platforms can be fun and are a...
Consumers plan to increase social media shopping
For retailers, social media should be at the forefront of any marketing strategy. When the pandemic struck, many retailers quickly pivoted from brick-and-mortar to online sales. With this quick shift to digital came the increased opportunity for online marketing -...
ISPA calls for Icasa amnesty on ownership and control transactions
The Internet Service Providers' Association of SA (ISPA) has issued a call for the Independent Communications Authority of SA (Icasa) to take steps to clarify industry confusion relating to licensees entering into transactions which affect their ownership structure....
Help NASA scientists find clouds on Mars
NASA scientists hope to solve a fundamental mystery about Mars' atmosphere, and you can help. They've organised a project called Cloudspotting on Mars that invites the public to identify Martian clouds using the citizen science platform Zooniverse. The information may...
Multimillion rand PPE tender declared invalid and unlawful
A R103-million personal protective equipment (PPE) tender awarded by the Gauteng Department of Health to Zakheni Strategic Supplies has been declared unlawful and invalid. On 29 June 2022, the Special Tribunal reviewed and set aside the multimillion tender following...
Is the SA manufacturing sector ready for Industry 4.0?
The manufacturing sector is South Africa's fourth largest sector and a key driver of economic growth. However, industrialisation challenges in recent decades and the relatively slow adoption of new technologies have hampered the true potential of this industry. Smart...
African business leaders expect a start-up boom
African business leaders are predicting a boom in start-up businesses across the continent as the number of working age people launching new firms expands. According to new research for blockchain-based mobile network operator World Mobile, start-ups across the...
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Mobile malware requires better monitoring
South African smartphone users must be savvier about the sites they visit, what they download, and the apps they use on their devices. Mobile malware is becoming more prevalent. So says Richard Broeke from IT security services vendor, Securicom. “Designed to perform...
Schneider whitepaper examines BMS security
Organisations can reduce the risk of cyber-attacks on building management systems (BMS) by controlling Web access, applying software patches and managing user credentials (user names and passwords), according to a new white paper. Schneider Electric, a global...
Optimising document workflow
Too many organisations lack a coherent document strategy that provides a framework for managing, tracking, and controlling information and unifying disparate workflows; so says Hennie Kruger, DDS product and marketing manager of Océ South Africa. “If you’re producing...
Cross-border money service from Airtel
Bharti Airtel, the leading global telecommunications services provider with operations in 20 countries across Africa and Asia, has announced the launch of a cross-border money-transfer service for Airtel Money customers between The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC),...
A grand vision for RFID
A typical radio-frequency identification tag is a relatively small device, varying in size from a small coin to a match box. The time may be ripe to apply this tracking technology on a truly grand scale. “Currently, industry uses GPS to track vehicles carrying goods...
UC, IoT to shape the future of business
Looking back over the past two decades, many technologies have emerged that have revolutionised the way the world works, interacts and communicates. However, none have been as disruptive as the Internet as a force for change.The impact of the creation of a global...
Virtual call centres are the new methodology
As the world continues to battle with the hangover of the 2008 financial meltdown, companies are continually looking to shave off costs wherever they can – and this is also true of the call centre industry, where bottom-line costs are being scrutinised. This business...
PayGate offers easy online billing
PayBill, the enhanced electronic invoicing solution from PayGate, allows even the smallest of companies to take payments online -- without needing e-commerce capability on their Web sites. “Every small business owner knows that getting paid promptly is the key to...
Acer debuts commercial Chromebook
Acer America set a new milestone in the Chromebook market with the fastest commercial model in the industry – the Acer C910 Chromebook with a 5th Generation Intel Core i5 processor. The Acer C910 Chromebook is part of Acer’s commercial Chromebook line and was designed...
Revised B-BBEE codes to impact procurement
The revision of the Codes of Good Practice (RCoGP) which govern South Africa’s B-BBEE (Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment) aims to foster an economy that becomes more inclusive, creates employment and drives good, sustainable transformation. However, with these...
SAP Basis Consultant (Expert) 1087 – Gauteng Pretoria
SAP Basis Consultant with PaaS / IaaS / SuSe Linux / SAP HANA and Oracle Database knowledge required for a reputable global companySAP Basis Consultant with PaaS / IaaS / SuSe Linux / SAP HANA and Oracle Database knowledge required for a reputable global...
Intermediate .NET Developer – Gauteng Pretoria
As a .NET Developer at iOCO, you will be a crucial contributor to our software development projects. Your proficiency in a range of technologies, from .NET (C#) and SQL, Web services, HTML, JavaScript, XML, SOAP, will drive the creation of efficient and scalable...
Technical Implementation Consultant .NET Developer
Our client is looking for a Technical Implementation Consultant with a focus on .NET in Cape Town area! Hybrid working model available for their offices in Stellenbosch. The successful candidate will work alongside their designers, client-facing team members, and...
Senior Software Developer
Responsibilities: Lead the team in design, development, and implementation of BizTalk applications and solutions utilizing advanced features of the platform.Conduct Code Review of development work performed by the Team.Define integration architectures and best...
IT Project Manager
A well-established company within the Learning and Development sector is seeking the expertise of a IT Project Manager to join their team to be based in JHB CBD. This will be a permanent requirement. The Key Responsibilities for this Role IncludeDefinite Project...
Technical Implementation Consultant .NET Developer – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Our client is looking for a Technical Implementation Consultant with a focus on .NET in Cape Town area! Hybrid working model available for their offices in Stellenbosch. The successful candidate will work alongside their designers, client-facing team members, and...
Senior Software Developer – Western Cape Century City
Responsibilities: Lead the team in design, development, and implementation of BizTalk applications and solutions utilizing advanced features of the platform.Conduct Code Review of development work performed by the Team.Define integration architectures and best...
IT Project Manager – Gauteng Johannesburg
A well-established company within the Learning and Development sector is seeking the expertise of a IT Project Manager to join their team to be based in JHB CBD. This will be a permanent requirement. The Key Responsibilities for this Role IncludeDefinite Project...
Fullstack Developer
We are looking for a fullstack developer for our client. Must be full-stack, front and back-end, and able to work independently with limited guidance. Key Requirements Tech stack: C#, Java, JavaScript, Angular, Windows server experience etc.8-10 years+...
Delphi Developer (6-Month Contract)
ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic Retail Group seeks to fill a 6-Month Contract role for a highly skilled Delphi Developer who will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and enhancing software applications. You will be expected to proactively identify and provide...
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