Weather-related natural disasters on the rise
Over the last decade, the frequency of natural disasters in Africa has steadily increased, rising from 32 incidents in 2014 to 56 occurrences in 2023, mainly due to floods, in 29 countries where data is available. It is estimated that African governments spent...
Opportunity as tech, AI stocks tumble
The market turbulence, which saw major US stock indices experience their worst day in over 18 months last Wednesday (24 July 2024), created a buying opportunity for savvy investors, particularly in the technology and artificial intelligence (AI) sectors. Nigel Green,...
Hubble reaches new milestone as mystery of universe expansion rate deepens
Completing a nearly 30-year marathon, NASA's Hubble Space Telescope has calibrated more than 40 "milepost markers" of space and time to help scientists precisely measure the expansion rate of the universe - a quest with a plot twist. Pursuit of the universe's...
Without innovation, African connectivity will stall
Greater innovation from telecoms and technology companies is vital to drive the expansion of internet connectivity in Africa, according to new research from blockchain-based mobile network operator World Mobile. The study among African business leaders found nearly...
Blockchain evolution increases user risk
Yesterday (22 May) was Bitcoin Day 2022, and Check Point Software Technologies is warning users of the persistent dangers of cryptocurrencies and provides recommendations to keep wallets safe. While the concept of Bitcoin and blockchain first came on the scene in...
Huge growth forecast for multi-access edge computing
Global MEC (multi-access edge computing) spend will grow from $8,8-billion in 2022, to $22,7-billion by 2027, according to a new study from Juniper Research. This growth of 260% will be driven by increasing requirements for on-premises machine learning and low-latency...
SA firms slow to make net-zero commitments
ESG performance influences business growth and economic development gains Last year, carbon dioxide emissions reached the highest levels ever recorded. Now, new research by the World Meteorological Organisation shows that the world is increasingly likely to experience...
WEF explores metaverse for global collaboration
The World Economic Forum (WEF) is embarking on an ambitious new journey to harness the potential of the metaverse as a platform for collaborative, inclusive and effective international action. The Forum, in collaboration with Accenture and Microsoft, is building a...
Wits Entrepreneurship Clinic will help youth become job creators
The pandemic has created a Covid-19-apocalypse of unemployment. In the first quarter of 2021, with Statistics South Africa reported alarming figures for youth unemployment: * Youth account for 60% of total unemployment; * 46,3% of youth aged 15-43, and over 63% aged...
Communicate on Instagram without typing
Working with Meta and Vega Studio, Intel has launched Facial Messaging, an Instagram augmented reality (AR) effect that allows the social networking service's users to compose a message video using simple facial movements, and then share the video on Instagram on...
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Steps to application-aware data protection
Many IT organisations have had the same data protection tools and practices for years, even decades, and see no need for that to change. However, Application Owners need to know that they’ll be able to recover their data at the application level when disaster strikes,...
Paper could be the downfall of compliance
Organisations wanting to toe the compliance line when it comes to regulatory requirements linked to PoPI and FICA, must factor paper-based documentation into their governance, risk and compliance strategies, or run the risk of non-compliance, says Andrew Griffith,...
A new era of big data risk management
Increasingly stringent regulatory environments are driving a stronger focus on identifying, measuring, and managing risk exposure. Managing vast amounts of data is a crucial component in the accurate assessment of risk, and is one of the top reasons why big data risk...
Securing personal and business data
The ability to centrally store, share and access data is fast becoming essential for businesses of all sizes in an increasingly mobile and connected world. However, in light of the recent high profile and well-publicised attacks on public cloud providers, security...
HDS enhances Content Platform portfolio
Hitachi Data Systems Corporation (HDS) has announced new capabilities in its entire Hitachi Content Platform portfolio. Now each system delivers true peace of mind in a wholly integrated and secure data, workforce and cloud mobility solution. HDS introduced the new...
Collaboration key to NHI success
Some members of the private healthcare sector regard the introduction of National Health Insurance (NHI) a threat, but that should not be the case, says Dr Mangaliso Mahlaba, chief operating officer of Thebe Ya Bophelo Healthcare, South Africa’s foremost black-owned...
Huawei launches NFV open lab
Huawei has announced the launch of its new, state-of-the-art Network Functions Virtualisation (NFV) open lab in Xi’an, China, dedicated to developing multi-vendor integration verification capabilities, expanding joint service innovations with customers, partners and...
Strategic challenges for 2015
Looking ahead this New Year the key question remains the same: what are the strategic challenges that IT leaders will face in 2015? The CIO is the number one executive to drive business innovation and new services across the business. One of the major challenges the...
Acer commits to the education channel
Acer is a leading vendor of IT products in the education market and aims to support the change of the way students learn and teachers teach nowadays. Acer believes the most valuable part of computing is its power to spread knowledge. With its full product portfolio...
Secure school WiFi with a corporate approach
Schools moving to install wireless networks need to approach their IT security in the same way as corporates do, says Networks Unlimited, distributor of Fortinet. Schools around South Africa are increasingly looking to technology to enrich learning and make school...
Cloud Database Engineer – 2509 – Gauteng Pretoria
A Large company in Pretoria looking for fill this urgent role.ContractHybrid (2/3 days at the office)ESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:· We are looking for a highly skilled, analytical Cloud Database Engineer to join our team at BMW Hub South Africa. You will play a...
Server Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town
Seeking More Than Just a Job? Embrace a New Chapter with iOCO Infrastructure Services.We're looking for a Server Engineer superstar to join our team of experts and help us keep our systems running smoothly. As a Server Engineer, you play a critical role inconfiguring...
Backend Developer – Gauteng Arcadia
As the Backend Developer, you will be working with senior developers to develop and maintain high-quality APIs for web and mobile applications. You will collaborate with internal teams to develop functional and high-performance APIs, while working in a fast-paced...
Business/Data Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg
We are currently seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Business/Data Analyst with a strong foundation in statistical analysis, data modeling, and business intelligence. Adept at transforming data into actionable insights to drive business decisions and...
Junior Full Stack Developer (Laravel)
A reputed and growing company in the east of Pretoria is looking for a Junior Full Stack Developer to join the team that is specialising in communication solutions and commercial platforms using open source technologies. The successful candidate is an excellent...
Business Analyst I Debt Manager I Contract at IQbusiness
IQbusiness is a leading management consulting firm. We are currently looking for a Senior Business Analyst available immediately with "Collections" experience and has worked on a system called "Debt Manager". Must be open to contracting opportunties. Key...
Server Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town
Seeking More Than Just a Job? Embrace a New Chapter with iOCO Infrastructure Services.We're looking for a Server Engineer superstar to join our team of experts and help us keep our systems running smoothly. As a Server Engineer, you play a critical role inconfiguring...
Backend Developer – Gauteng Arcadia
As the Backend Developer, you will be working with senior developers to develop and maintain high-quality APIs for web and mobile applications. You will collaborate with internal teams to develop functional and high-performance APIs, while working in a fast-paced...
Business/Data Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg
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Junior Full Stack Developer (Laravel) – Gauteng Pretoria
A reputed and growing company in the east of Pretoria is looking for a Junior Full Stack Developer to join the team that is specialising in communication solutions and commercial platforms using open source technologies. The successful candidate is an excellent...
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