Finalists for 2024 Ecobank Fintech Challenge announced
The 12 finalists in the 2024 Ecobank Fintech Challenge have been whittled down from an initial 1 550 applications - and 40 other fintech semifinalists - to compete for the top prize of $50 000. "The finalists in this year's Ecobank Fintech Challenge have showcased...
Applications open for Huawei’s 2024 Women in Tech
Tech-savvy women entrepreneurs are invited to apply for Huawei's Women in Tech, Digital Skills Training Programme. The 2024 edition of this annual event offers women free training in the rapidly developing fields of Cloud Computing, 5G, AI as well as Leadership...
Huge surge in ransomware attacks on businesses
According to new data from Stockapps.com, 66% of business organisations were hit by ransomware in 2021. This marked a 78% increase from 2020's figures that stood at 37%. From the analysis, the increase in the ransomware-as-a-service model increases the reach of...
How CPOs can navigate packaging shortages
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Small businesses set to fuel SA economy
Despite the challenges of operating through a pandemic, 87% of South African small businesses are optimistic about their outlook for 2022 and nearly two-thirds (62%) reported growth over the last year. This is according to new research from Xero, the global small...
Development in digital signal processing improves bandwidth 10-fold
Researchers at Bangor University's Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Centre have found a cost-effective way to improve the performance of networks which supply mobile services and broadband to homes and businesses. As well as improved performance, the new technique is...
Crypto apps installs in Europe tumble
The downturn in the crypto market has had a direct impact on the crypto apps ecosystem in Europe. According to the latest numbers presented by StockApps.com, the number of crypto apps installs in Europe was down by almost 20% during the first quarter of 2022....
Start-ups short-listed for AfricaTech Awards
Viva Technology and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) have announced the top 45 start-ups that have been long-listed for the first edition of the AfricaTech Awards. This pan-African initiative, supported by Proparco, aims to recognise and support emerging...
Wealthy investors eye NFTs in their investment mix
More than a quarter of high-net-worth investors will include NFTs, or non-fungible tokens, into their portfolios this year, according to a new survey by deVere Group. The findings of the poll come as momentum surrounding the new digital asset class continues to build...
Second careers for cash-strapped retirees
Between 2020 and 2021, interest in taking a teaching English as a foreign language (TEFL) course increased by 56% for South Africans aged 65 and over, compared to 12% globally for the same age group. This is according to data collected by The TEFL Academy, a leading...
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Sage South Africa acquires SkillsMap
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IT is the era of disruption
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Obsidian Systems, GuruHut partner up
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SteelApp Traffic Manager 9.7 from Riverbed
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Inaugural data centre conference launches
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Science fiction at Sci-Bono
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SAP ABAP Developer (Senior) 2660 TT – Gauteng Pretoria
General Role Tasks:Development and maintenance on platform/application.Develop systems solutions in line with quality and delivery requirements.Preparation of system/technical documentation (as per ISO standards).Ability and willingness to coach and give training to...
Intermediate Test Analyst – Gauteng Pretoria
Responsibilities/Tasks:Analyse/ assimilate project documentation to build a thorough understanding of the business and technical requirements of systems to be tested. These typically include business requirements, functional specifications, process/data flow diagrams...
System Integration Engineer (CPT Hybrid)
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Senior Software Developer
SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPER Location: Centurion, Pretoria.Package: R70 000pm - R75 000pm CTC The Software Developer will be responsible for the development of software and software modifications using C++, Java, C#, or other identified languages.The role involves...
AWS Cloud Database Administrator (DBA)
Our client in the Banking Industry is looking for a Cloud Database Administrator (DBA) to join their team for a 12-month contract. As a Cloud Database Administrator, you will be responsible for managing the databases used by program on AWS. This includes database...
System Integration Engineer (CPT Hybrid) – Western Cape Stellenbosch
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Senior Software Developer – Gauteng Centurion
SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPER Location: Centurion, Pretoria.Package: R70 000pm - R75 000pm CTC The Software Developer will be responsible for the development of software and software modifications using C++, Java, C#, or other identified languages.The role involves...
AWS Cloud Database Administrator (DBA) – Gauteng Johannesburg
Our client in the Banking Industry is looking for a Cloud Database Administrator (DBA) to join their team for a 12-month contract. As a Cloud Database Administrator, you will be responsible for managing the databases used by program on AWS. This includes database...
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ENVIRONMENT:A prominent industrial IoT company in South Africa that specializes in AI-augmented solutions for digital productivity, workplace safety, and employee healthcare is currently in search of a Field Support Engineer. The role involves the installation and...
Software Developer – Developer and Verification Testing
SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT VERIFICATION AND TESTING Location: Centurion, Pretoria.Report to: Software managerPackage: R30 000pm - R45 000pm CTC The successful individual will take responsibility for design, development, and integration of terrain-related functionality in...
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