Dehorning rhinos drastically reduces poaching

A landmark international study published yesterday (5 June 2025) in the Science Journal reveals that dehorning rhinos significantly reduces the risk of poaching – one of these iconic species' most immediate threats. The research, co-led by the University of Cape Town...

Escalating attacks drive need for digital executive protection

There has been a frightening escalation in cyberthreats targeting business leaders and their families, according to a new report released by BlackCloak, a pioneer in digital executive protection for executive leaders, board members, and their families - as well as...

Tshwane innovates on meter reading, revenue collection

Kathy Gibson is at Saphila Transcend in Sun City – Collecting revenue from electricity users is vital for the City of Tshwane’s financial health, but outdated and inefficient systems have been playing havoc with its ability to do so efficiently. The city, which serves...

How AI is transforming digital transformation

Kathy Gibson is at Saphila Transcend in Sun City - Change has always been a constant – but in the last couple of years digital transformation has been moving at a faster pace than ever before. This is because, today, technology is transforming transformation, says...

December slowdown limits channel growth

A poor final few weeks of 2022 led to a below-anticipated Q4 revenue growth of 1,1% for European IT distributors, with value sales driving the quarter, according to Context. Despite strong year-on-year (YoY) revenue growth in October (4,9%) and November (3,8%),...

Continued strong growth in compute, storage cloud infrastructure spend

According to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Enterprise Infrastructure Tracker: Buyer and Cloud Deployment, spending on compute and storage infrastructure products for cloud deployments, including dedicated and shared IT environments,...

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...

Wozniak takes on YouTube over bitcoin scam

Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak is suing YouTube for allowing scammers to use his name and picture in bitcoin giveaway scams. According to court papers, videos posted on YouTube claim that Wozniak is hosting a bitcoin promotion that promises to double any bitcoins sent...

China launches Mars rover

China launched a Mars probe on Thursday, aiming to complete orbiting, landing and roving in one mission, and taking the first step in its planetary exploration of the solar system. A Long March-5 rocket, China's largest launch vehicle, carrying the spacecraft with a...

SA gets first-ever African Development Bank funding for Covid response

The board of directors of the African Development Bank has approved a loan of approximately R5-billion ($288 million) to the government of South Africa, as the country battles one of the largest Covid-19 caseloads in the world. South Africa confirmed its first case of...

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DreamWorks uses HP technology in new film

HP has announced that it was selected by DreamWorks Animation SKG, to deliver the technology behind The Croods, pushing the boundaries of modern imagery for this prehistoric animated adventure that is anything but primitive. DreamWorks Animation leveraged technical...

Security solution complexity a concern

Security solutions are becoming increasingly complex, and 41% of companies fear this could become a major issue in 2013, according to an authoritative survey from IDC. The cyber-threat environment is evolving rapidly, and criminals are increasingly deploying targeted...

Better software testing saves costs

Software has now become essential to business. Virtually every business, large or small, is reliant on software to run its business processes, support executive decision-making, and increasingly interacting with customers. Business success is now often dependent on...

DCC offers Huawei OceanStor S2200T

Take advantage of enterprise-class storage at entry-level prices with the new Huawei OceanStor S2200T Storage Systems from distributor Drive Control Corporation (DCC).  Designed to meet the ever increasing number and complexity of storage applications without...

Analyst names CA Technologies cloud leader

CA Southern Africa has announced that CA Technologies has been named a Value Leader by Enterprise Management Associates (EMA) in the EMA Radar for Private Cloud Platforms (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS): Q1 2013. The company was awarded ‘Most Innovative Architecture’ for its...

Altech, Huawei partnership pays dividends

The strategic alliance between global information and communications technology (ICT) giant Huawei and JSE-listed ICT group Altech announced last year is already beginning to pay dividends, according to Tim Ellis, executive director of the Altech group. Ellis says...

Fontera named a Sweet Tooth partner

Fontera Digital Works, one of South Africa’s only independent development houses with an international footprint, has signed a local partnership agreement with Sweet Tooth, the software company that offers tailor-made loyalty programme e-commerce solutions.  The...

Epson releases L355 printer

The Epson L355 is a wireless all-in-one with integrated ink system, ideal for home offices and small offices. This printer, scanner and copier features WiFi connectivity and two extra bottles of black ink. Featuring Micro Piezo printhead technology and Epson genuine...

Optimising the office environment

The sheer flow of information in today’s corporate economy is staggering. However, whilst the information stream seems to be running optimally, the accessibility management, secure transfer and usage of it leave some room for improvement.  In fact, it is estimated...

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...

IT Project Coordinator at Ntice Search

Our client, MULTi, a communication and technology solutions company, has a permanent vacancy for an IT Project Coordinator based in Johannesburg - Hybrid in office and remotePLEASE NOTE: Only candidates who reside in Johannesburg and surrounding areas will be...

Business Intelligence Specialist – Gauteng

To support the organisation through the by converting data into actionable visual display and insights, reporting and predictions that can drive and support operating efficiencies, enhance quick and accurate decision making while driving ongoing improvements and...

Senior DBA – KwaZulu-Natal Durban Region

Hybrid working model for a Snr DBA post based in DBN or JHB.Key Requirements 5-7 years experience in a commercial environment utilizing a high transaction database.5+ years experience in MSSQL-all aspects.Advanced SQL skills and query writing skills.Advanced...

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