Solar and wind power waste the elephant in the green energy room
Although solar and wind power are both sources of so-called "green energy", this does not mean that it has no impact on the environment. "On the contrary, very large amounts of waste need to be disposed of when solar panels and wind turbines reach their end life,"...
Finance app installs increase across Africa
There has been a significant increase in finance app installs across the African continent, as people turn to apps and technology as a way of managing finances, navigating economic uncertainty, and moving towards financial freedom. This is according to a new report...
Finalists for Africa’s Business Heroes contest named
The 2020 Africa's Business Heroes (ABH) prize competition, a philanthropic program established by the Jack Ma Foundation's Africa Netpreneur Prize Initiative (ANPI), has shortlisted the top 50 finalists from stage one of the selection process. The fifty entrepreneurs...
How lockdown pushes us to relook money, savings
The first few months of 2020 will go down in history as some of the most financially and emotionally draining experienced by South Africans. While most of us understood and supported the rationale behind government's lockdown response, none of us could have...
We’re looking for the cutest pet in the channel
Have you got the cutest pet in the IT channel? We're hoping to find out: as part of the Channelwise and A-Plus 101 Donations Women’s Day initiative, we’re inviting you to post a pic of yourself with your pet, or just your pet. The cutest pet (as judged by Channelwise...
Agile HR key to Covid-19 business recovery
Most human resources leaders report that their organisations are experiencing a large agile transformation broadly as a tool for improving organisational outcomes. A Gartner survey reveals that 63% of respondents report already using some variation of agile methods...
Take a Girl Child to Work Day workshops go virtual
Cell C has held its first virtual workshops for 2020's Take A Girl Child To Work Day (TAGCTWD) initiative. Last year's theme of #MoreThanADay promoted the concept that one day is not enough to help motivate and inspire school-going girls. Due to its resounding success...
More than 100 000 African health workers have Covid-19
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has warned of the threat posed by Covid-19 to health workers across Africa. More than 10 000 health workers in the 40 countries which have reported on such infections have been infected with Covid-19 so far, a sign of the challenges...
MTN expects higher earnings
MTN has issued a trading statement alerting shareholders to a big increase in earning for the six month ended 30 June 2020. The group expects to report an increase in earnings per share (EPS) of at least 345 cents or 140%, representing EPS of greater than 592 cents...
SA drives Vodacom growth
Vodacom Group has issued a trading update for the quarter ended 30 June 2020. Group service revenue was up 7,6% and Group revenue grew by 5,6%, benefitting from strong growth in South Africa with customer demand increasing during the lock down period. International...
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Private radiology practices drive medical imaging investment
Hospital revitalisation initiatives serve as a major driver for the demand of improved medical imaging equipment within the public healthcare sector. Growth of the market within the private sector is increasing in proportion to the rapidly emerging technology within...
DCC offers Microsoft Office 365, Office 2013
Distributor Drive Control Corporation (DCC) has announced the immediate availability of Microsoft Office 365 and Office 2013. Office 365 is available in two versions, a one-year Home Premium license and a four-year University license. Office 2013 is available in...
Trends and strides in e-commerce
The e-commerce environment is more competitive than ever. Mark Chirnside, CEO of payment gateway PayU looks at three top trends that companies need to be aware of. There is no disputing the fact that, with the increased adoption of mobile technology and alternative...
Platform freedom of choice for ERP
Nobody really likes to be told what to do, especially if that instruction is arbitrary or limiting in any way. That’s why a business should have the freedom to choose the platforms on which an ERP solution runs – whether that might be one operating system across the...
Social media as a recruitment tool
Over the past decade, social media has metamorphosed into a dynamic form of worldwide interpersonal communication and community building, says Yolandi Nortje, executive of Intuate Group . In fact, according to a 2012 Pew Global Attitudes Project report, which drew on...
3fifteen appoints new GM for mobile
Specialised Microsoft and mobile application development company 3fifteen has appointed Tarkan Diraz as the new GM of its mobile division. Diraz will be responsible for growing the company’s business in this strategically important area. Diraz brings to his new role...
The importance of effective IT installations
Globally, society has become increasingly dependent on technology. As a whole, there is such a dependence on technology that, when it fails, the ability to work is severely affected. IT is the foundation of any business and enables access to Internet, e-mail and...
Black Ops 2 Autumn Ladders challenge returns
South Africa’s biggest gaming service provider, MWEB Gaming, has teamed up with international brands Mad Catz, Tritton and Gunnar Optics, to re-open the PS3 Autumn Ladders for the Razer Black Ops 2 Super 8. The Autumn Ladder Challenge will run from 11 April until 29...
eLTE broadband trunking solution form Huawei
Huawei, a leading global information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider, announced the launch of its eLTE broadband trunking solution. As the world's first 100Mb professional broadband trunking solution based on LTE technology, the Huawei eLTE...
Epson releases new ink tank system printers
Epson’s new "low-cost, high-quality" ink tank system strategy means that South Africans are now able to benefit from reliable, affordable printing at home or at the office, with Epson’s new range of printers that include a high volume integrated ink tank system. The...
Senior .Net Developer (SvW) – Gauteng Centurion
Responsible for developing / refactoring code using Visual Studio to support the companies Web and Desktop applications. The role involves interacting with external API's and internal databases, using entity framework. Software is delivered using the agile methodology...
DevOps Engineer – Eastern Cape
One of the leading global suppliers of Premium and Luxury Cars and one of the world's largest manufacturer of commercial vehicles, Seeks the expertise of a DevOps Engineer to join their Dynamic team. Minimum Qualification & Experience: NQF 6 Required2+ years'...
Intermediate Java Developer – Gauteng Houghton Estate
Our client in the IT industry based in Johannesburg is currently looking to employ an Intermediate Java Developer.Purpose of the position:This role is responsible for development, testing and upgrades utilising web technologies. They need exposure to the full software...
Data Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg North
Our client, a large FMCG Company, has a PERMANENT Vacancy, for a DATA ENGINEER that will be responsible for driving, designing and building scalable ETL systems for a big data warehouse to implement robust and trustworthy data to support high performing ML algorithms,...
Systems Business Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town
Responsibilities: Collaborate and interact with functional business areas to gather requirementsFacilitate workshops between multiple stakeholders to gather informationProject manage Strategic projectsContinuous communication with stakeholders to either keep them...
Project Manager – Gauteng Midrand
Role Purpose:As a Project Manager, you'll be responsible for project management and leadership of projects within the company. You will manage all aspects of the project from conception to completion ensuring that the deadline is met in order to deliver value to our...
Cloud Solution Architect (Azure)
We are currently seeking a seasoned and innovative Cloud Solution Architect with expertise in Azure to join our team. As a Cloud Solution Architect (Azure), you will play a vital role in designing and implementing cloud-based solutions that leverage the power of...
Senior Backend Developer
Our client is a leading provider of measurement-based technology solutions and they are looking for a Senior Backend Developer to join their team in Cape Town. Responsibilities:Collaborate closely with their software development team to design and create robust and...
Solutions Architect – Salesforce
Company description: Capitec Bank is a leading South African retail bank that focuses on essential banking services and provides innovative transacting, savings, insurance and unsecured lending products to individuals. Capitec's mission is to make banking simple and...
Backend Developer (0215)
WHAT WILL BE YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES? Develop and operate production ready business applications (24/7) Liaise with customer, team members and external vendors Deploy applications in AWS (via Github) Monitoring and operation of applications within AWS...
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