New Equinix data centre will host JINX
Equinix has announced that JINX, the Johannesburg Internet Exchange Point, will be available in its new JN1 International Business Exchange (IBX) data centre at launch in mid-2024. Established in June 1996, JINX is Africa's longest running exchange point, boasting a...
Most South Africans struggle with workplace stress
A massive 85% of South Africans grapple with stress at their jobs - but that only 39% of employees find their wellbeing programmes "fairly effective". This is according to a new survey by insuretech YuLife and IPSOS, which shares that another 32% of respondents found...
Study identifies how to adopt practices for decolonising science
Knowledge systems outside of those sanctioned by Western universities have often been marginalised or simply not engaged with in many science disciplines, but there are multiple examples where Western scientists have claimed discoveries for knowledge that resident...
Channel’s anti-spam revenue soars 500%
Channel revenue sales for anti-spam products have increased nearly 524% for the year-to-date (YTD) compared to the same period in 2020, as companies battle a surge in phishing attempts, according to Context. Context's figures for revenue through European IT...
Rover to blaze a trail for new exploration on the Moon
As part of the Artemis program, NASA is planning to send its first mobile robot to the Moon in late 2023 in search of ice and other resources on and below the lunar surface. Data from the Volatiles Investigating Polar Exploration Rover (Viper) would help the agency...
Security issues hit badly-prepared SA organisations in 2020
Enterprises faced unprecedented cybersecurity risk in 2020 from increasing attack volume, the pandemic-driven digital transformation of work, and generally deficient cyber preparedness and training. This is among the findings in Mimecast's fifth annual "The State of...
Ransomware attackers gain access long before demands are made
Cyber attacks often go undetected in organisations' systems, usually only detected when a ransom demand is made. This is one of the findings in Sophos's "Active Adversary Playbook 2021", which details attacker behaviors and the tools, techniques and procedures (TTPs)...
New phishing scheme is spreading quickly
The simplicity of a recently discovered phishing scheme originating from the Middle East has seen fraudsters in other countries copying it, putting mobile users' financial information at risk, warns Kaspersky. Attackers, typically under the guise of a postal service,...
Africa has highest death rate among critically ill Covid patients
Death rates among adults in the 30 days after being admitted to critical care with suspected or confirmed Covid-19 infection appear considerably higher in Africa than globally. This is according to a prospective observational study from 64 hospitals in 10 African...
UNWTO, Google partner to lead tourism recovery
The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and Google have signed a new agreement to work together and lead global tourism's recovery through innovation, education, and market intelligence. The new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) builds on past co-operation between the...
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JD Consumer Finance deploys Jasco solution
Jasco Security has recently completed the installation and implementation of a turnkey, fully integrated video surveillance and security solution for JD Consumer Finance, a division of the JD Group as part of the construction of their new premises in Randburg,...
Schneider’s Ecofit solution saves energy
It can be time-consuming and expensive to replace obsolescent switchgear. A more effective solution, according to Schneider Electric - a specialist in energy management - is to simply upgrade the circuit breaker. Called Ecofit, the organisation’s solution to...
Zetes wins Belgian e-passport contract
Within the framework of a call for tender process, the Federal Public Service (FPS) for Foreign Affairs has entrusted Zetes with the personalisation of Belgian e-passports. The contract, which becomes effective on 1 May 2014, covers a period of five years. Around 400...
Panduit launches new fibre connector
Panduit, a global leader in Unified Physical InfrastructureSM (UPI)-based solutions, has announced the launch of a new, multi-piece fibre connector, PanMPO designed to support infrastructure expansions from 10 Gigabit Ethernet to 40 Gigabit Ethernet. The unique,...
Trustwave, TNS protect payment card data
Trustwave and Transaction Network Services (TNS) have joined forces to offer an open and vendor agnostic point-to-point encryption service designed to help merchants protect their customers’ payment card information. According to the 2013 Trustwave Global Security...
Aptronics turns 20
South Africa’s foremost black empowered IT solutions provider, Aptronics, has formally celebrated its 20th anniversary milestone – marking two decades since the company first began operating from the garage of founder and CEO, Anil Appie Pema in 1993. Aptronics is one...
Oracle announces BI Mobile App Designer
Oracle has announced Oracle BI Mobile App Designer, a new design tool with which business users can easily create stunning and interactive analytical applications for use on any major mobile device. With this release, Oracle adds major innovations to Oracle business...
Intuate Group named ShoreTel reseller
South African owned integrated solutions specialist, Intuate Group, has announced that it has signed an agreement to become a value-added solution provider selling ShoreTel’s on-premise unified communications (UC) solution. ShoreTel, the leading provider of...
Konica Minolta helps UL manage print
Konica Minolta South Africa, a Bidvest company, has successfully installed a sophisticated print management and cost recovery platform, to manage print environments and reduce costs, as well as increase document security, workflow and mobility at the University of...
FETs’ answer to crowded classrooms
ICHAF’s Training and Development director, Devan Moonsamy, says that large classroom numbers, too few teachers and a lack of resources are some of the challenges that most rural and government schools in South Africa face today. “More and more students are struggling...
Field Technician
We are currently hiring for the position of Field Technician to join our technical support team. As a Field Technician, you will be responsible for providing on-site technical support and services to our clients. If you have a strong technical background, excellent...
Microsoft Power Platform Developer
An exciting opportunity to join a well-known software development house. Our client is seeking a talented and experienced Intermediate/Senior Microsoft Power Platform Developer (Hybrid) with strong expertise in Microsoft SharePoint Online. In this role, you will be...
Agile Project Manager at Datonomy Solutions
Description:To manage and deliver medium to large projects from commencement to completion within the scope, budget and time agreed in line with the business strategy. The Agile Project Manager will play an active role in providing mentorship and coaching on agile...
Full Stack Developer Wanted (React, Vue, Flutter, Laravel) (Remote)
ENVIRONMENT:A ridiculously cool web and software development company specialising in developing strategies, as well as conceptualising, implementing and maintaining online campaigns, is looking for a Senior Full Stack Developer to join their remote team. They are a...
SENIOR DEVELOPER – DATABASE at Secondments Recruitment – Gauteng Centurion
Job Advert SummaryResponsible for developing new database applications and/or converting existing legacy database applications to support business requirements. Design Databases,Perform Data Management.Develop Database Views, Functions, User Defined Types, Stored...
Field Technician – Gauteng Johannesburg
We are currently hiring for the position of Field Technician to join our technical support team. As a Field Technician, you will be responsible for providing on-site technical support and services to our clients. If you have a strong technical background, excellent...
Microsoft Power Platform Developer – Western Cape Cape Town
An exciting opportunity to join a well-known software development house. Our client is seeking a talented and experienced Intermediate/Senior Microsoft Power Platform Developer (Hybrid) with strong expertise in Microsoft SharePoint Online. In this role, you will be...
Agile Project Manager at Datonomy Solutions – Gauteng Johannesburg
Description:To manage and deliver medium to large projects from commencement to completion within the scope, budget and time agreed in line with the business strategy. The Agile Project Manager will play an active role in providing mentorship and coaching on agile...
Full Stack Developer Wanted (React, Vue, Flutter, Laravel) (Remote) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:A ridiculously cool web and software development company specialising in developing strategies, as well as conceptualising, implementing and maintaining online campaigns, is looking for a Senior Full Stack Developer to join their remote team. They are a...
Customer Solutions Analyst
We are excited to inform you that one of our clients in the logistics industry is looking for a Customer Solutions Analyst to engage with customers to resolve issues and concerns related to order management, order status, claims, returns and refusals queries. To serve...
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