Data, fintech services key for MTN
MTN has reported that group service revenue grew by 6,9% (13,5% in constant currency after accounting for the impact of the pro forma adjustments) for the year ended 31 December 2023, to R210,1-billin (2022: R196,5-billion). EBITDA (before once-off items) was down by...
Campus switch market declines as backlog normalises
According to a recent report by Dell'Oro Group 4Q 2023 worldwide Campus Switch sales declined by 4% year-over-year (Y/Y), marking the first quarter of decline since 4Q 2020 and signaling the onset of a multi-quarter digestion cycle in the market. Vendor performance...
Black Friday drives buy now pay later shopping
Buy now pay later online sales this Black Friday and Cyber Monday were triple those recorded in 2021, driven overwhelmingly by South African women. "By 10am on Black Friday, sales value had already surpassed Black Friday 2020. By the end of Cyber Monday, sales value...
How African governments can ignite innovation-based growth
The digital industrial revolution has the potential to unleash a surge of innovation that could transform industries and improve well-being across the Africa region. However, for nations to compete in the new globalisation environment, they need to set their sights on...
2021 Africa Investment Forum postponed
The three-day 2021Africa Investment Forum, scheduled to start today in Abidjan, has been postponed until further notice. The President of the African Development Bank Group, Dr Akinwumi Adesina, comments: "The Africa Investment Forum is the premier investment...
WISPs and their role in the connectivity economy
Average revenues for Internet service providers (WISP) who responded to the Wireless Access Provider's Association (WAPA) survey (76% of all members) exceed R3-billion, employing 2 785 people and serving more than 200 424 home and business customers. The vast...
Vulnerabilities affecting 150 HP printer models uncovered
HP Inc has issued patches that fix security vulnerabilities that cyber security provider F-Secure discovered in over 150 of the vendor's multifunction printer (MFP) products. According to research published today by F-Secure, attackers can exploit the vulnerabilities...
Unemployment hits record highs
According to the Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS) for the third quarter of 2021, the number of employed persons declined by 660 000 to 14,3-million compared to the second quarter of 2021. The decline in employment is coupled with a decline in the number of...
TB deaths among people living with HIV increases
On World AIDS Day (1 December) the Stop TB Partnership notes TB deaths among people living with HIV increased for the first time since 2010, with 214 000 deaths in 2020. With TB services dramatically underfunded, experts warn we can expect to see a further increase in...
Hybrid working drives productivity up, but trust is still a challenge
New research from PwC shows that, as many companies have boosted workforce productivity and performance during the pandemic, cultural and leadership speedbumps have arisen that are inhibiting the creation of robust workforce strategies. The survey draws upon the views...
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Togo, Zetes sign contract for biometrics
Zetes has announced the signing of a new contract with the Government of the Republic of Togo. For the fourth consecutive time since 2007, Zetes has pledged to supply Togo with a comprehensive solution, from the biometric enrolment of the population to the publication...
MoboFree.com to see $1,5bn in sales
MoboFree.com, the leading African social marketplace, has announced that the total volume of items currently for sale in its marketplace is worth $526-million and is expected to reach $1.5-billion by 2015. With 3.3-million registered users, including 2-million in...
No business without disaster recovery
With only 35% of organisations equipped with a disaster recovery plan, according to Gartner, there is a dire need for more awareness around this facet of business management. Attix5, global developer and provider of data protection software and cloud solutions, is...
10 questions to ask data centre providers
All businesses that are looking to outsource their data needs, instead of buying, maintaining and hosting their own servers in their own server rooms or data centres, need to do their homework first. That’s the view of Debbie Pretorius, GM of MWeb Business, who points...
Huawei Ascend P7 wins EISA award
Huawei has been named the European Consumer Smartphone 2014 – 2015 by the European Imaging and Sound Association (EISA) for its latest flagship smartphone, Huawei Ascend P7. This is the second consecutive year that Huawei has been recognised by EISA after receiving...
People management tested in tough economy
In difficult economic conditions, a company’s ability to deal effectively with issues such as staff retrenchment, down-sizing and redundancy could mean the difference between survival and failure. There are HR and recruitment experts who believe South African...
DCC offers Huawei E3272 LTE USB modem
Take advantage of the fastest mobile broadband available with the new Huawei E3272 LTE USB modem from distributor Drive Control Corporation (DCC). The LTE enabled device allows users to make use of their current 3G SIM card yet connects to a LTE service, where...
Xerox showcased at Africa Print Expo Durban
The Africa Print Regional Expo takes place in Durban from 26 to 27 August at the International Convention Centre. The annual expo is a showcase for the digital print process, and will feature everything from sheetfed A3 machines up to grand format digital equipment....
Medellin grows digital innovation
Software AG has acknowledged the multiple awards received by Medellin, Colombia’s second largest city, in regenerating the municipality, and the role IT played in driving economic growth and social inclusion. Amongst other awards, Medellin was acknowledged as...
Gold Fields visibility improved by IsoMetrix
Mining company, Gold Fields has commissioned local technology company, IsoMetrix, to implement an encompassing health, safety and environment solution at its South Deep Mine near Westonaria. Up to now, South Deep’s HSE management has been addressed with various...
Scrum Master at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
About our client:Join a thriving community of individuals transforming lives through direct selling. Since 1998, people have been changing their lives with our client, taking ownership of career opportunities provided, empowering them to earn a sustainable income and...
Strategic Business Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Our client is a frontrunner in the FMCG industry, renowned for their exceptional products and commitment to innovation. As a global leader, they are seeking a Strategic Business Analyst to join their dynamic finance team and contribute to their legacy of excellence....
Odoo Developer – Remote Remote
Our client, a leading IT Consulting Company, is seeking an experienced Odoo developer to join their team. As an Odoo developer, you will be responsible for developing and customizing Odoo modules to meet the needs of our business. Additionally, you will be responsible...
Enterprise Architect – Western Cape Somerset West
Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Responsible for the overall enterprice systems design, balancing requirements against resource utilisation, architectural factors and provisioning cloud-based security architecture solutions for clients that meet regulatory...
Automation Tester – Gauteng Sandown
Our client is a leading player in the retail industry, dedicated to providing exceptional solutions to their customers. With a commitment to innovation and technological advancements, we are seeking a skilled Junior Automation Tester to join our dynamic team. As an...
Systems Administrator
Do you want to work for the largest mobile asset Internet of Things (IoT) Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) providers in the world? Based in Midrand, full time on site My client is looking for a System Administrator who is ambitious and not afraid to get their hands...
Desktop Engineer I
Are you a master of all things tech and have a passion for solving complex problems, then we want you on our team!We are seeking a proactive Desktop Engineer I to join our team. This position is essential this specialized professional will be responsible for...
Banking & Investment Support Administrator
Are you ready and eager to elevate your career within the Investment industry? Is this you?You've got your investment related degree, gained some technical admin experience and now you want to get stuck into the real technical admin that makes the investment industry...
Systems Administrator – Gauteng
Do you want to work for the largest mobile asset Internet of Things (IoT) Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) providers in the world? Based in Midrand, full time on site My client is looking for a System Administrator who is ambitious and not afraid to get their hands...
Desktop Engineer I – Western Cape Cape Town
Are you a master of all things tech and have a passion for solving complex problems, then we want you on our team!We are seeking a proactive Desktop Engineer I to join our team. This position is essential this specialized professional will be responsible for...
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