March is 10th month in a row to break heat records
Global record-breaking heat continues as March 2024 has come in as the hottest month on record – making it the 10th in a row. The Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S), implemented by the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts on behalf of the European...
PC shipments return to growth and pre-pandemic volumes
After two years of decline, the worldwide traditional PC market returned to growth during the first quarter of 2024 (1Q24) with 59,8-million shipments, growing 1,5% year over year, according to preliminary results from the International Data Corporation (IDC)...
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...
ZADNA serves notice on ZACR
The .ZA Domain Name Authority (ZADNA) has issued a notice terminating the registry operating agreement (ROA) with the ZA Central Registry (ZACR). ZADNA and ZACR entered into the agreement in April 2012, with the term due to end on 1 April 2022. ZADNA must inform ZACR...
Dell blacklists looted products
Dell Technologies has blacklisted all the Dell products stolen during the recent unrest and looking in KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng, and warned users to be wary of buying through unlicenced channels. The company has issued a statement regarding the loss of Dell products...
Absa Kenya goes live on SAP S/4 HANA in the cloud
Absa Group has begun a multi-country digitalisation journey, with its Kenyan subsidiary the first to go live with SAP S/4 HANA. The Kenyan implementation of S/4 HANA was launched on Amazon Web Services (AWS), an African first for SAP and a Tier 1 bank in the African...
WFH: leaders and employees aren’t on the same page
As employers implement their future of work strategies, including decisions around hybrid work and increased flexibility, a gap is emerging between executive and employee perceptions on the future of the employee experience, according to Gartner. "We examined the key...
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Orange, T-Systems enable video conferences
T-Systems, Deutsche Telekom's corporate customer arm, and Orange Business Services have signed an interprovider agreement for Corporate Video services that will allow customers who use T-Systems' Corporate Video Exchange Services to meet live with customers of...
Take a Girl Child to Work Day kicks off
Cell C is pleased to announce that Honourable Hendrietta Bogopane-Zulu, the Deputy Minister of Women, Children and People with Disabilities will host and serve as keynote speaker at the 11th annual Cell C Take a Girl Child to Work Day, which kicks off today (30 May). ...
Choosing the right hard drive with WD
In today’s digital world, hard disk drives (HDDs) have become a critical component of life, both for the business and consumer markets. Having a reliable HDD is essential for ensuring that data, photographs, music, movies and more are kept safe and accessible....
E-commerce reaches tipping point in SA
As South African e-commerce gains momentum, retailers can expand their reach significantly by adding online and mobile channels and picking the right technology and fulfilment partners for the journey. Digital participation curve According to a 2012 report by...
Epson SureColor printers at FESPA 2013
Epson will showcase the versatility and productivity of its latest SureColor wide-format inkjet printers at FESPA 2013 (25-29 June, ExCel, London. Visitors to the Epson booth (G40S) will be able to browse a wide selection of POS, signage, sports apparel, decorated...
Securicom launches ePurifier Version 5
Leading local IT security specialist has announced the launch of ePurifier Version 5 – a feature-rich cloud-based e-mail security and content management solution that provides unprecedented control and visibility of e-mail. Offering advanced features and greater...
Quocirca names Xerox MPS market leader
Xerox earned the top position in worldwide managed print services (MPS) for the fourth consecutive year, according to a new report by analyst research group Quocirca. The report cites Xerox’s lead due to continued expansion and investment in its MPS platform and the...
The first TabletCafé launches in Senegal
A new concept that seeks to give cybercafés a new look while providing users with a novel experience is being experimented thanks to Google’s support in Senegal. Google has sponsored a cybercafé to replace desktops with tablets. This experiment, the first of its kind,...
Huawei unveils OceanStor N9000
Huawei, a leading global information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider, unveiled the Big Data Storage System OceanStor N9000. Based on the innovative concept of "X-in-One", Huawei OceanStor N9000 converges storage, analysis, and archive, and...
DiData scoops EMC partner awards
Dimension Data, the $5,8-billion ICT solutions and services provider, has scooped four awards at EMC’s annual Global Partner Summit, including Partner of the Year 2013 for Dimension Data South Africa. EMC’s annual Global Partner Summit was held at EMC World in Las...
Data Specialist (Power BI) – KwaZulu-Natal Durban
We are seeking a Data Specialist (Power BI) to be based in Pinetown.Minimum requirements:Degree or IT Diploma Experience:3 to 5 years BI experience3 to 5 Years Power BI experienceMicrosoft SQL and Transact SQLMicrosoft Power BI and associated products – Preferably a...
Global Senior Business Analyst
SENIOR GLOBAL BUSINESS ANALYSTThe purpose for this position is to provide strategic and organisational leadership of the Information Systems function to deliver systems and technology to best support the clients strategic direction in support of their vision and...
Technical Business Analyst (Advanced) 2573 TT
Engagement with stakeholders to understand business problems and needs and translate those into detailed technical and/or functional requirements that include process, data, people, and technical workflow specifications.Analyse and understand the end-to-end flow of...
Cloud Engineer
Deliver well architected and scalable microservices. Create and maintain Infrastructure as Code templates.Create and maintain CI/CD pipelines.Implement operational metrics and logging.Ensure all microservices and infrastructure adhere to security best practices.Review...
BI Developer
We are seeking a talented and motivated BI Developer to join our dynamic team. As a BI Developer, you will play a key role in the design, development, and maintenance of our business intelligence solutions. If you have a passion for data, analytics, and business...
Full Stack Java Developer
Our client is seeking an experienced full stack java developer to join their growing team servicing local and offshore clients in the financial services space. You must have strong communication skills and the ability to add value to existing product lines and develop...
Global Senior Business Analyst – Remote Remote
SENIOR GLOBAL BUSINESS ANALYSTThe purpose for this position is to provide strategic and organisational leadership of the Information Systems function to deliver systems and technology to best support the clients strategic direction in support of their vision and...
Technical Business Analyst (Advanced) 2573 TT – Gauteng Pretoria
Engagement with stakeholders to understand business problems and needs and translate those into detailed technical and/or functional requirements that include process, data, people, and technical workflow specifications.Analyse and understand the end-to-end flow of...
Cloud Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town CBD
Deliver well architected and scalable microservices. Create and maintain Infrastructure as Code templates.Create and maintain CI/CD pipelines.Implement operational metrics and logging.Ensure all microservices and infrastructure adhere to security best practices.Review...
BI Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg
We are seeking a talented and motivated BI Developer to join our dynamic team. As a BI Developer, you will play a key role in the design, development, and maintenance of our business intelligence solutions. If you have a passion for data, analytics, and business...
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