Smart government market tipped to hit $117,3bn
The global smart government market size is expected to reach $117,36-billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 20,2% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The widespread digitization and global connectivity have prompted governments to...
Weather-related hazards risk R20bn of CT transport infrastructure
Severe weather events can wreak havoc in urban environments, and the City of Cape Town (CoCT) is no exception. In a paper publicshed in the Journal of the South African Institution of Civil Engineering, the University of Cape Town (UCT) researchers quantified the...
It’s clear we need to adapt to climate change
As society experiencees increasingly frequent and severe natural hazard events and environmental stressors -- while making little progress at reducing carbon emissions -- the need to adapt to the changing climate has become starkly clear. But what actions are we...
Ambitious commitments and a just transition: COP26 and Africa
The 26th UN Climate Change Conference (COP 26) occurs at a critical time for Africa. The continent is particularly vulnerable to the threat of climate change and is already susceptible to some of its adverse effects. By Dion Shango, CEO of PwC Africa Across the...
SA’s female tech founders are powerful job creators
Across Endeavor's portfolio of 30 tech-enabled entrepreneurs, six are female founders in business ranging from education, home and business services, mining compliance and contact centres. In the last three years these founders have created over 5000 jobs, close to...
Climate seen as a bigger threat to tourism than Covid
The head of the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) has warned that the "climate emergency is a bigger threat than Covid". Zurab Pololikashvili, secretary-general of UNWTO, says the pandemic has hit tourism harder than any other sector. Tourism needs...
Cloud, open source come to the fore
Kathy Gibson reports from Red Hat Summit - A move to cloud computing and open source solutions is underway as CIOs rethink their IT systems in the wake of the pandemic. Jonathan Tullett, senior research manager: cloud/IT services at IDC South Africa & Sub-Saharan...
Climate change will severely impact maize crops within 10 years
Climate change may affect the production of maize (corn) and wheat as early as 2030 under a high greenhouse gas emissions scenario, according to a new NASA study published in the journal, Nature Food. Maize crop yields are projected to decline 24%, while wheat could...
Despite increased workloads, SA IT workers prefer remote work
According to a recent Kaspersky survey of 4 303 IT workers, 57% of employees have reported an increased workload since switching to remote working, with 24% describing the increase as significant, while 23% did not notice a change in volume, and far fewer noted a...
Beware fake e-commerce sites on Black Friday
Black Friday and Cyber Monday kick off the holiday shopping season. In fact, 30% of all retail sales occur between Black Friday and Christmas Day. And, since the advent of Cyber Monday, brick and mortar and ecommerce stores alike stand to generate a significant...
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Improved customer experience grows profits
Just like the Internet has revolutionised the way in which consumers make purchases, it is also changing the way in which business-to-business (B2B) buying is conducted. As this process takes hold, those organisations which invest in delivering a superior consumer...
RS Components stocks Murrelektronik range
RS Components (RS) is stocking the latest range of connection technology and passive distribution systems from Murrelektronik, a manufacturer of advanced technology in electrical engineering and electronics. Murrelektronik designs and manufactures one of the most...
Aptean launches Axis 6.2
Aptean, represented in South Africa by Rifle-Shot Performance Holdings, has launched Axis 6.2, the latest version of its industry-leading ERP (enterprise resource planning) solution designed for metals producers, wire and cable manufacturers and metals service...
Virtual telcos break operator stranglehold
If you’re a South African business there’s every chance that you’re stuck in a dysfunctional relationship with your telco, says Dave Meintjies, MD, Connection Telecom. To begin with you’re probably tied up in a 24-month or 12-month contract. You’re most likely paying...
Afriwise launches consulting firm in Africa
Two well-known lawyers on the African scene, Steven De Backer and Olivier Binyingo, recently launched Afriwise to offer clients a more holistic consulting approach and access to genuine on-the-ground expertise in sub-Saharan Africa.
Umsinsi Health Care rolls out Sage CRM
Umsinsi Health Care, a distributor of medical products, has enhanced customer service and streamlined its business processes by implementing Sage CRM as its customer relationship management platform.The company is the South African distributor of the ConvaTec products...
Becoming e-safety conscious
The Internet is becoming more accessible to the average South African, but there are a lot of mistakes that new users are making that could prove to be dangerous. “The Internet is becoming essential for us,” says Claire Cobbledick, head of Marketing for Gumtree South...
Video on demand sees African growth
While studies have shown that TV is still the main channel for entertainment across all age groups, Africa’s largest population group (15-24s), regard the Internet as a provider of entertainment, much like TV and this trend has undoubtedly spurred on the growth for...
Enhancing digital content security
There is a regular parade of stories in the media about companies accidentally losing data, either as a printout or in digital form. Traditionally the focus for security is on preventing external threats such as viruses and hackers. However, internal threats like...
SMEs the focus at world export forum
Rwanda’s capital, Kigali, will take centre-stage of the trade and development world on 15 to 17 September as global thinkers, business leaders and practitioners arrive for the 14th World Export Development Forum (WEDF). This is the first time that the International...
Senior Delphi Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Do you want to work from home and have the security of a permanent position? Our clients who are Titans in the consulting space have an amazing opportunity for a Senior Delphi Developer to join their thriving team. Requirements: Delphi Engineer (3+ year's prior...
Senior Ruby on Rails Developer (Stellenbosch)
ENVIRONMENT:THE coding talents of a Senior Ruby on Rails Developer is sought by a cutting-edge AgriTech company based in Stellenbosch, to join its team and help build out a SaaS platform for the agricultural sector. The team is full stack, and you can expect to be...
Software Developer
ENVIRONMENT:A leading company in the Intelligent Process Automation (IPA) sector is offering an exciting opportunity for a Software Developer. The ideal candidate should possess a BSc in Software Engineering or a relevant equivalent tertiary qualification, along with...
SQL and Oracle Microsoft DBA
You will be responsible to support end user on SQL Database used in the company environment. Support data analysis and troubleshooting for issues raised from the applications.Responsibilities:Operating Oracle and SQL database platform and will actively troubleshoot...
Delphi Developer
Our client, one of the leaders in the Consulting space, has an amazing permanent remote opportunity for a Delphi Developer to join their development team. As an individual you will receive global exposure in various spaces while building your career. Requirements:...
Senior Ruby on Rails Developer (Stellenbosch) – Western Cape Stellenbosch
ENVIRONMENT:THE coding talents of a Senior Ruby on Rails Developer is sought by a cutting-edge AgriTech company based in Stellenbosch, to join its team and help build out a SaaS platform for the agricultural sector. The team is full stack, and you can expect to be...
Software Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg
ENVIRONMENT:A leading company in the Intelligent Process Automation (IPA) sector is offering an exciting opportunity for a Software Developer. The ideal candidate should possess a BSc in Software Engineering or a relevant equivalent tertiary qualification, along with...
SQL and Oracle Microsoft DBA – Gauteng Midrand
You will be responsible to support end user on SQL Database used in the company environment. Support data analysis and troubleshooting for issues raised from the applications.Responsibilities:Operating Oracle and SQL database platform and will actively troubleshoot...
Delphi Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Our client, one of the leaders in the Consulting space, has an amazing permanent remote opportunity for a Delphi Developer to join their development team. As an individual you will receive global exposure in various spaces while building your career. Requirements:...
Senior Business Analyst – Risk Management and Capital Markets
Contribute to crafting of IT departmental business plan to ensure delivery of focus areas for the year in support of IT strategy Apply cost effectiveness principles in planning and delivery to contribute to achievement of divisional financial targetsProvide relevant...
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