$277bn a year needed for Africa to achieve 2030 SDGs
Boasting 60% of the world's best solar resources, Africa's solar power potential presents multiple opportunities for investors seeking long-term, scalable financial prospects. A panel session during this year's Invest in African Energy (IAE) 2024 forum explored...
Digital economy outperforms overall growth across OECD
The information and communication technology (ICT) sector grew by an average of 6,3% between 2013 and 2023 - about three times faster than the total economy across the 27 OECD countries analysed. The first volume of the newly-released OECD Digital Economy Outlook 2024...
Supply chain cyber-attacks on the rise
In the last six months, an organisation in South Africa was attacked on average 1 737 times per week. This is more than double the global average (819) of attacks per organisation per week, according to Check Point Threat Intelligence Report. Supply chain...
These are the online frauds common in SA
November 14 to 20 is International Fraud Awareness Week. Online fraud is a growing threat that is facing South African businesses and consumers. The increase in online fraud means that more organisations and individuals are exposed to cybercrime. In response to this,...
The real cost of Black Friday for SA
This year, Black Friday will fall on 26 November and, as has been the trend for the last few years, many retailers have already started offering discounts on goods since the beginning of the month. Last year (2020), many South Africans took to social media to lament...
Complex environments a top security challenge in META
The cost of securing increasingly complex environments was ranked second in the top challenges IT leaders in META say their businesses are facing in 2021. With digitalisation, remote work and cloud usage growth, this complexity may impact organisations' visibility of...
Number of malicious shopping websites surges
Check Point Research (CPR) reports a record-breaking amount of malicious websites related to online shopping in the run-up to Black Friday and Cyber Monday. The pandemic has resulted in a clear change in habits, and shopping is no different, with most people moving to...
The future of innovation is digital …
Delivering innovative digital products can help businesses satisfy customers and create stronger competitive differentiation. Organisations that can then take the next step and transform their software innovation to into value engines will spawn additional business...
New portal will promote made-in-SA products
A new online platform showcasing South African technology will be launched this week by the Department of Communications and Digital Technologies. The DigiTech portal will list products from South African companies, including SMEs and entrepreneurs, says Mininster of...
Fraud Week targets pandemic-fuelled schemes and scams
How much does fraud cost businesses and individuals each year? A 2019 study by consultancy Crowe put the annual global figure at more than $5-trillion - and that was before Covid-19's upheaval created a perfect climate for fraud. According to the Association of...
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OpenWeb launches affordable uncapped data
Local Internet service provider (ISP) OpenWeb has launched Everyday Uncapped, one of the most affordable uncapped data products available on the market today. It offers unlimited data usage with zero throttling. The big difference between OpenWeb’s Everyday Uncapped...
Modern threats need better risk management
With more and more breaches making the headlines, risk management and security professionals are bracing themselves to face not only increasingly sophisticated attacks, but more rigorous scrutiny on their controls and measures. Although each company is different, with...
NetApp reports Q3 results
NetApp has reported financial results for the third quarter of fiscal year 2014, ended January 24, 2014. Net revenues for the third quarter of fiscal year 2014 were $1.610-billion. GAAP net income for the third quarter of fiscal year 2014 was $192-million, or $0.55...
SAP Africa named Top Five company
SAP Africa has been named a Top Five Company in the Business Software Solution sector of this year’s Top 500: South Africa’s Best Managed Companies survey. Conceptualised to recognise the business leaders in South Africa, Top 500 employs a team of research analysts...
Solving modern problems with outdated tools
In conjunction with the opening of Parliament last week, Patrick Shields, Software AG’s chief technology officer (CTO), stated that South Africa’s public sector organisations face the daunting challenge of attempting to solve today's problems, using yesterday's tools....
Wipro expands local internship programme
Wipro, a leading global IT, consulting and outsourcing company, has announced plans to expand the intake of graduates for its successful internship programme in South Africa. Now in its second year, Wipro’s local internship programme in South Africa had enrolled 70...
DCC centre offers Dell demos, training
Distributor Drive Control Corporation is adding value for channel partners with a new Dell Proof of Concept (POC) centre at their headquarters in Johannesburg. The POC centre will not only deliver training on Dell solutions, it will also enable resellers to test the...
Times 3 Technologies clinches Sage award
During the recent annual Sage Insights Conference that was held at Champagne Sports Resort in the Drakensberg, Times 3 Technologies walked away with the National Solution Provider of the Year award. This is the highest recognition awarded by Sage ERP Africa for...
First Distribution wins IBM award
First Distribution is proud to announce that it has won the IBM Software award for Best Business Development for Middle East and Africa for the year 2013. The award was conferred to the distributor at the IBM VAD University, held in Budapest, Hungary on the 6th of...
Ocular brings Aspect solution to SA
Contact centre solution provider, Ocular Technologies, is pleased to announce that as an Aspect Software partner, it will be reselling and supporting the Aspect Back Office Optimizer product, which is powered by eg solutions. At the start of February 2014, Aspect, a...
C#. Net Developer – Western Cape Paarl
Our client in the Engineering Industry, based in the Western Cape, has commissioned Headhunters to assist them in recruiting an experienced C# .Net Developer to their team based in their Paarl offices.An exciting career opportunity awaits you!Requirements:Must have 4...
Developer – Java (Intermediate) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
Client Details: Our client is a highly successful FinTech company that works with major banks, retailers and MNO's to find better ways to transact. They bring together committed people dedicated to delivering innovative enterprise solutions that help their customers...
Azure Data Engineer – Gauteng Midrand
Are you a skilled Azure Data Engineer with a passion for innovation and cutting-edge technology? Our client is seeking a talented Azure Data Engineer to join their dynamic team at their Midrand/Menlyn location. As a global leader in the automotive industry, they are...
API Tester/ Systems Analyst
Are you passionate about testing APIs and analyzing systems for optimal performance? We're looking for a skilled API Tester/Systems Analyst to ensure the reliability and functionality of our systems. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to work on exciting...
Security Analyst
iOCO Infrastructure Services Invites You to Explore Possibilities. We are seeking a Security Analyst to join our team. As a Security Analyst, you will play a critical role in protecting an organization's sensitive information, infrastructure, and reputation from...
Junior System Administrator at Construct Executive Search
Applicants must have the following requirements: Must have a Diploma in System Administration.Must have 1-3 years of experience in system administration.Must have knowledge of legislation related to IDFC.Must have experience in financial planning and forecasting.Must...
Developer – iOS at Parvana Recruitment
This is a remote position.Role Responsibilities:Contributing to a meaningful product that helps people improve their lives.Being involved in design discussions, user testing and product strategy development.Collaborating with cross-functional teams to define, design...
JavaScript Full Stack Developer
Our clients who are Titans in the Automotive industry have a fantastic hybrid opportunity in the Midrand/ Menlyn area for a JavaScript Full Stack Developer. Work with a dynamic team and the latest tech in the field and enjoy international trips! Requirements: IT...
API Tester/ Systems Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town
Are you passionate about testing APIs and analyzing systems for optimal performance? We're looking for a skilled API Tester/Systems Analyst to ensure the reliability and functionality of our systems. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to work on exciting...
Security Analyst – Gauteng Pretoria
iOCO Infrastructure Services Invites You to Explore Possibilities. We are seeking a Security Analyst to join our team. As a Security Analyst, you will play a critical role in protecting an organization's sensitive information, infrastructure, and reputation from...
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