Conflict, climate shocks drive African displacement
Conflict and violence remain the main drivers of displacement and movements in sub-Saharan Africa in 2022, exacerbated by increasing climate shocks and hazards, according to a new report by the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) and the African Union...
Nampak detects security breach
Nampak has become the latest victim of cybercrime, having detected unauthorised activity on its IT systems last week (20 March 2024). Manufacturing and operations are not affected. The company has made a voluntary disclosure about the attack. "An unknown third-party...
Samsung debuts new foldable phones
Samsung has launched its new Galaxy Z Fold3 and Galaxy Z Flip3 5G smartphones. The Galaxy Z Fold3 is a multitasking device with a 7,6-inch Infinity Flex Display, and the first ever S Pen support on a foldable device. The Galaxy Z Flip3 is compact and pocketable...
The changing world of marketing
South African marketers remain optimistic about their organisations' futures despite unprecedented change and challenges over the recent past. The seventh edition of Salesforce's State of Marketing report also reveals significant investment in the tools, technologies,...
Intel, ConsenSys Health advance pandemic research
Healthcare software solutions provider ConsenSys Health is using blockchain-based data security fueled by Intel technology to conduct research into making clinical trial recruitment more efficient and equitable. On the heels of the World Health Organisation's (WHO)...
Alviva expects higher earnings
Alviva Holdings has published a trading statement about its earnings for the year ended 30 June. According to the statement, headline earnings are expected to be between R330-million and R355-million, about 68% to 80% higher than the comparable period last year....
Lone workers using connected safety solutions set for growth
According to a new research report from the analyst firm Berg Insight, the market value for lone worker protection solutions and services in Europe and North America reached an estimated €85-million and €50-million respectively in 2020. In Europe and North America,...
Teens more likely to fall for online scams
A new study has found that tech-savvy teens and young adults are falling for online scams at a higher rate than seniors. Victims 20 and younger grew by 156% from 2017 to 2020 compared to 112% for seniors. The 9 053 young victims in 2017 jumped to 23 186 last year....
SA ranks poorly for state of its youth
South Africa is ranked 131st on the 2020 Global Youth Development Index which measures the status of young people in 181 countries around the world. Singapore ranked top for the first time followed by Slovenia, Norway, Malta and Denmark. Chad, the Central African...
FlyTrap hits 10 000 Android users
A new Android Trojan hit more than 10 000 victims in 144 countries, according to a report from cybersecurity firm Zimperium. The Trojan - called FlyTrap by Zimperium researchers - has been able to spread through "hijacking of social media, third-party app stores and...
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Africa to re-dream business to move forward
A report launched at this year’s World Economic Forum places inclusive business front and centre of economic thinking, going into what is considered a decisive era for Africa’s development and the world. The time could not be better, says Professor Walter Baets,...
SSL certificates mitigate phishing attacks
Online security has hit the headlines again recently thanks to a spate of Facebook account cloning. Another form of online identity theft, hackers create clone accounts, send friend requests to the user's friends and then message them asking for help or money. While...
Open source is everywhere
Open source software (OSS) has come a long way since the 1990s and early 2000s, when it was considered a risky investment for enterprises, says Rob Lith, business development director at Connection Telecom. Stunning rise A recent Goldman Sachs study catalogues a...
Choosing the right project management tools
Regardless of how organised your project team might be, identifying project management software for your business is important for the smooth-running of projects, specifically when they occur in parallel. Daniel Marcus, director of project management and CRM tool...
MB Plant SA implements SAP HANA
4most’s upcoming installation of the SAP Business One version for SAP HANA at MB Plant SA is the perfect example of the direction that growing businesses in South Africa should be pointing their radars to. As the official and exclusive distributor for New Holland...
Oracle releases Database 12c
As organisations embrace the cloud, they seek technologies that will transform business and improve their overall operational agility and effectiveness. Oracle Database 12c is a next-generation database designed to meet these needs, providing a new multitenant...
Alcatel-Lucent announces The Shift Plan
Alcatel-Lucent has announced "The Shift Plan", a detailed three-year plan to reposition the company as a specialist provider of IP Networking and Ultra-Broadband Access, the high-value equipment and services that lie at the heart of the high-performance networks of...
Safeguard identity on social media platforms
From reconnecting with an old friend from school, to hearing about a friend’s job promotion or viewing photos of a colleague’s new baby – social media has made it easy for consumers to share exciting news - or just let their social media circles of friends know where...
The “but” in cloud TCO
One of the most compelling reasons proponents of cloud computing give for businesses to adopt the technology is because it makes bottom line business sense. “This isn’t just a geek thing,” says MWEB Business GM Andre Joubert. “There’s enough evidence in cloudonomics –...
Social business software for Africa
The use of social software in a business context is already an unstoppable force, but it might have bypassed Africa altogether if it weren’t for the mobile vision of South African social business software (SBS) vendor WyseTalk. Social revolution Research firm IDC pegs...
Java Blaze Developer – Gauteng Sandown
Are you a seasoned FICO Blaze Developer with a passion for Java-based FICO Blaze Advisor versions 7.x? Do you thrive on the intricacies of Rules Harvesting, Rules Inventory Management Strategies, and Rules Services Design? If you have 8+ years of extensive Blaze...
Scrum Master at Accenture – Western Cape Cape Town
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FICO Blaze Software Developer (Contract) – Remote Remote
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Systems Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg
At iOCO, we're dedicated to driving innovation, fostering business agility, and ensuring digital resilience for our clients. We're currently looking for a skilled and experienced Systems Developer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you'll play a pivotal part in...
Software Engineer (Scala) (CPT/JHB) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:JOIN an energetic team as its next Software Engineer where you will be fully responsible for all the systems required to support the groups of a leading eCommerce platform's delivery network as well as the unique challenges that come with logistics and...
BPM Developer
Are you a tech-savvy enthusiast with a passion for driving operational efficiency? Join our leading company as a BPM Developer and shape the future of our business processes. With your expertise in business process management, you'll play a vital role in streamlining...
Full Stack Developer
A reputable company is looking to fill the role of a Full stack Developer on a 12 months contract, the role is suitable for a candidate the is looking to bring a fresh perspectives and innovative solutions to the table, while also collaborating effectively with...
Programme Administrator
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Data Centre Engineer
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Senior Business Analyst
??Join Our Team as a Senior Business Analyst with SAFe Certification!?? Are you a seasoned Business Analyst with a passion for driving organizational success through strategic analysis and innovative solutions? We are actively seeking a highly skilled and certified...
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