Technology and data are Africa’s most in-demand skills
The need for agility, cost flexibility, and access to critical skills became increasingly important in the 2023 talent landscape. As a result, Outsized, an on-demand talent platform that operates in Africa, the Middle East and Asia-Pacific, has seen a surge of demand...
R2,2bn shopping boost expected this Easter
Easter shopping season is expected to signal the start of a turnaround for retail in South Africa, according to a mixed method research study conducted on behalf of Capital Connect. The research forecasts that the total retail sector will benefit from a R2,219-billion...
Cybercriminals are getting more sophisticated
There has been a significant increase in the frequency and sophistication of cybercrime activity, including a 65% rise in the use of hacking tools downloaded from underground forums and filesharing websites between H2 2020 to H1 2021. HP Inc's Threat Insights Report...
Household IoT devices don’t get security attention
New research shows that users don't take the security of their IoT devices seriously. Almost 88% of people have some kind of IoT device in their household, but almost one in six no measures to protect the devices. "As the research shows, the more devices people own,...
Transnet hopes to be back online soon
Transnet, still battling a cyberattack that hit its container port operations last week, is making progress on bringing systems back online and expects to lift the force majeure declared last week. The IT disruptions have been largely alleviated, the organisation...
Can you be fired for carrying a weapon during a strike?
Carrying a weapon during a strike action at your work premises could potentially be a fireable offence. A recent court case, Pailpac (Pty) Ltd v De Beer N.O and Others, confirmed that employees can be dismissed for having dangerous weapons during a strike and on...
Intel unveils new process and packaging technology
Intel has revealed one of the most detailed process and packaging technology roadmaps the company has ever provided, showcasing a series of foundational innovations that will drive its products through 2025 and beyond. In addition to announcing RibbonFET, its first...
EMEA PC market still positive as lockdowns ease
The Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) traditional PC market, (desktop, notebooks, and workstations) saw growth of 6,5% YoY in 2021Q2 -- a total of 22,2-million units. According to International Data Corporation (IDC), unfavorable growth rates versus 2020Q2 -- the...
Capitec is hiring
Capitec Bank is looking to fill around 300 positions over the next few months. "We're rapidly growing our team. South Africa's response to our simple, transparent and affordable banking solution has been overwhelmingly positive," says Gerrie Fourie, CEO of Capitec...
Bitcoin tipped to hit all-time highs
Bitcoin will hit its previous all-time highs again by the end of the year with prices driven higher by the "carefully considered arguments" and "new measured tone" being put forward by the likes of Elon Musk, Jack Dorsey and Cathie Wood. The bullish bitcoin price...
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Carriers must displace OTT players
With OTT (over-the-top) messaging overtaking SMS for the first time, global leader in solution enablement for service providers, Movius Interactive Corporation, claims it is time carriers make moves to displace the OTT players. Informa reported last month that almost...
MTN Mobile Money booms
Mobile Money, the groundbreaking low-cost banking solution introduced by MTN, in partnership with The South African Bank of Athens, has shown a double digit month-on-month growth as cell phone users embrace the speed and convenience of accessing a wide range of...
Orange launches Campus in Dakar
With the creation of a new Orange Campus site in Senegal, the France Telecom-Orange Group, which is present in some 20 African countries, reaffirms its commitment to strengthening its worldwide managerial community and to supporting managers in their daily...
Check Point introduces security for SMBs
Check Point Software Technologies, the worldwide leader in securing the Internet, has launched its new 600 Appliances, delivering a powerful security solution to protect small businesses against the latest cyber-attacks, including viruses, spam, malicious Web sites,...
Nedbank launches MyMoneyMap
Nedbank has announced the planned launch of yet another South African first. MyMoneyMap is an allowance management tool that is secure and easy to use, empowering kids – with their parents' help – to build financial fitness from an early age. MyMoneyMap is based on...
QlikView customer Atellas wins award
QlikView, a leader in business discovery – user-driven business intelligence (BI) - has announced that Astellas Pharma US, a QlikTech customer, was named a Ventana Research 2013 Leadership Award Winner for Business Intelligence. Through successful implementation of...
Openness key to mobile transactions
If a smartphone is nearby while reading this – and it will be a surprised if it isn’t – pick it up and take a moment to consider all the things it is, says Bevan Ducasse, CEO of wiGroup. It’s a calendar, little black book of contacts, a games console, a music centre,...
Benefitting from enterprise mobility
Mobility is an important business driver in the connected world of today, says Paulo Ferreira, Head of Enterprise Mobility at Samsung Electronics South Africa. In South Africa, which is renowned for its extensive cellular network that has a significantly greater...
Procrastination hinders telecoms uptake
Universal access to the Internet in South Africa is no longer being held back by high prices or a lack of education, but by government and regulatory inefficiency. Smartphones and mobile computing devices are getting cheaper and broadband far more affordable. But the...
Etisalat, GSMA battle against diabetes
The Etisalat Group is throwing its full support behind a GSMA initiative to find effective technological solutions for the epidemic of diabetes. In September, a team of the company’s most determined employees from the Middle East, Africa and Asia will participate in a...
Senior Java Developer with Odoo – Gauteng Houghton Estate
A reputable technology company is looking to hire a Senior Java Developer with experience in Odoo ERP, Java Enterprise, Apache Streaming and other relevant open source technologies. It is a 7 months contract.Experience in Odoo will be a knock out of the park. Odoo is...
Senior Systems Engineer – Western Cape Durbanville
ENVIRONMENT:DESIGN and deploy complex IT systems and infrastructure, including servers, storage, networks, and security systems as your technical expertise as a Senior Systems Engineer is sought by a provider of Custom Cloud Solutions. You will work closely with...
Junior Software Developer – Gauteng Bryanston
Junior Software Developer - Use your brilliant talents to work in a one of a kind insurance tech company! Hybrid working opportunity where coding meets excellence ?? No Prior Experience Required! ?? We are looking for an enthusiastic Junior Software Developer to join...
Web Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
As a Web Engineer, you get a chance to contribute to the delivery of high-end projects for banks and financial institutions, accelerating their digital transformation. It's your responsibility to make sure that envisioned solutions become reality. In this...
Software Engineer – Western Cape Stellenbosch
ENVIRONMENT:A full-service digital agency based in Reading, UK, The Hague, Netherlands and Stellenbosch, South Africa who strategizes, designs, and develops digital solutions for the private and public sectors is seeking to employ a Senior Software Engineer who will...
Scrum Master (Junior) at Accenture
Accenture Song is one of the most innovative and fastest growing [Email Address Removed]ining the feel of a start-up and the advantages of being a global player, Accenture Song truly has a diverse and multi-talented team. We are now strengthening our highly skilled...
Full Stack Developer
Our client based in Irene, is looking for a Software Developer (Full Stack) to join their team. At least 5 years of related experience is required.Education & Experience (minimum requirements to perform the job):School : Grade 12 CertificatePost School :...
Technical Analyst
ENVIRONMENT:Our client revolutionizes digital identity solutions with their advanced cloud-based biometric platform, enabling seamless customer onboarding, authentication, and monitoring. Through real-time biometrics, KYC, and AML checks, they empower clients to...
C++ & Python Developer
ENVIRONMENT:An innovative Software Specialist located in Century City is actively seeking an experienced Intermediate-Senior C++ and Python developer to join their engineering team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in crafting dynamic software applications...
AWS Data Engineer
An international Automotive IT Hub South Africa provides IT Solutions to the global group.The unique positioning as an internal partner to the group ensures collaborative partnerships. Desired Skills: aws data engineer python terraform Employer & Job Benefits:...
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