Opportunities for all in the sports tourism market
For individuals, sports are about competition and enjoyment. But to South Africa's tourism industry, sports is a money spinner that attracts more than 50 000 people a year to local shores and saw about $3,6-billion pumped into the local economy in 2022, according to...
Consortium commits to upskilling technology workforce on AI
Cisco and a group of eight leading companies including Accenture, Eightfold, Google, IBM, Indeed, Intel, Microsoft and SAP as well as six advisors have launched the AI-Enabled Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Workforce Consortium focused on upskilling...
Business printer sales recover, set for growth
Sales of printers through European distributors were up strongly in June 2021 (by +17,2% in units year-on-year), and revenues grew even more (by +21,8%), according to the latest data published by Context. Consumer printers, which were in very short supply during April...
MTN ups the prize for business app of the year
In its 10th year of recognising app development, this year the MTN Business App of the Year competition will be giving away R1-million in prize money to entrepreneurs and app developers with creative ideas and solution-driven apps. "To mark the milestone of ten years...
A look back at 25 years of vehicle crime stats
Tracker's Vehicle Crime Index of vehicle crime statistics since the company's inception 25 years ago, shows that incidents have declined over time. The statistics indicate that the level of vehicle crime was significant in the early years of vehicle tracking, with...
Hubble finds first evidence of water vapour on Ganymede
For the first time, astronomers have uncovered evidence of water vapour in the atmosphere of Jupiter's moon Ganymede. This water vapour forms when ice from the moon's surface sublimates -- that is, turns from solid to gas. Scientists used new and archival datasets...
Intel debuts new Xeon processors
Intel has launched its newest generation Intel Xeon W-3300 processors, available from its system integrator partners. Built for advanced workstation professionals, Intel Xeon W-3300 processors offer extra performance, expanded platform capabilities, and...
Smartphone shipments beat forecasts
The rebound from 2020 continued for smartphones in the second quarter of 2021 (2Q21) as overall shipment volumes grew 13,2% year over year, slightly beating IDC's forecast of 12,5% growth. According to preliminary data from the International Data Corporation (IDC)...
Chromebook, tablet growth defies ongoing supply concerns
The second quarter of 2021 (2Q21) was another strong quarter for both Chromebooks and tablets with both device categories recording growth despite a challenging year-over-year comparison. According to preliminary data from the International Data Corporation (IDC)...
Fewer DDoS attacks in Q2 2021
In the second quarter of 2021, the total number of DDoS attacks decreased by 3,.8% compared to Q2 2020, and by 6,5% in comparison to the previous quarter in 2021, according to Kaspersky research. China became the leader in the number of devices from which SSH attacks...
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Simple backup and recovery for SMBs
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Businesses on new, info-driven trajectory
Data analytics is having a profound impact on business development within the current market. Specialists in HR and other business management disciplines believe the ability to extract and utilise information will be a significant contributor to business success going...
Samsung previews new Galaxy S4 content
At the Samsung Galaxy S4 local launch event, Samsung Electronics unveiled a suite of exciting new content services including Samsung Hub, an integrated multimedia content store offering a comprehensive media experience, providing, videos, books, games and learning...
Gijima wins NEC UCC award
Gijima, a leading JSE-listed IT company, has received the Best Unified Communication and Collaboration (UCC) Partner award at a Nippon Electronic Company (NEC) Partner Conference held in Dubai, in recognition of its accomplishments in the enterprise sector. “This...
Ninzi-Connect wins Softcom distribution
Ninzi-Connect, a telecommunications and contact centre solutions provider with over 20 years experience in the contact centre market, has announced that it has been appointed as the exclusive distributor of Softcom in South Africa. "Today’s contact centre business...
Preparing for winter power outages
Seasonal increases in the use of heaters, lighting and air conditioning systems, combined with uncertainty over the continuity of the municipal power supply this winter, are again placing the spotlight firmly on the efficiency of emergency, standby power supply...
IT outsourcing in emerging markets
A move into the emerging markets – particularly Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and South America – holds great appeal for many organisations. Rapid growth opportunities and little or no immediate competition in those areas are usually the drivers behind such...
BYOD demands policy update
BYOD, and changing legislation, means now is a good time for enterprises to update their usage policies, says Ian Goss-Ross, CEO at Elingo. The complexities of managing the bring your own device (BYOD) trend are top of mind for CIOs now. There are clearly advantages...
BYOD complicates endpoint security
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BDS showcases Xerox presses at Africa Print
Bytes Document Solutions (BDS), the authorised Xerox distributor in 26 countries in sub-Saharan Africa and a division of Bytes Technology Group, will be showcasing two Xerox digital presses at the Africa Print Regional Expo in Bloemfontein, which takes place at...
IT Support Supervisor
Coactivate is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual who has a professional manner and a passion for information technology. The successful candidate must have a sound knowledge of all IT communications terminology and technology and possess strong...
Senior Backend Python Engineer (Remote)
ENVIRONMENT:Located in Cape Town, a company fueled by a commitment to empower African entrepreneurs in the dynamic landscape of digital commerce and payments is currently in search of a Senior Backend Python Engineer. You will be coordinating closely with the Payments...
.NET Developer at Datonomy Solutions
The ideal candidate for this position should have a strong knowledge and experience in ASP.NET/ASP.NET Core development. They should have hands-on experience in developing ASP.NET Core API's and be proficient in C#. The candidate must have a good understanding of...
Technical Support Manager – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES AND REQUIREMENTS 1.1 Sound knowledge of all model numbers and unit capabilities for:i. Midwall Splitsii. Casettesiii. Ductediv. Under Ceilingv. Rooftop packagevi. Spine finvii. Variable Refrigerant Systems (TVR)1.2 Push sale of unitary equipment...
IT Support Supervisor – KwaZulu-Natal Durban
Coactivate is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual who has a professional manner and a passion for information technology. The successful candidate must have a sound knowledge of all IT communications terminology and technology and possess strong...
Senior Backend Python Engineer (Remote) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:Located in Cape Town, a company fueled by a commitment to empower African entrepreneurs in the dynamic landscape of digital commerce and payments is currently in search of a Senior Backend Python Engineer. You will be coordinating closely with the Payments...
.NET Developer at Datonomy Solutions – Gauteng Sandton
The ideal candidate for this position should have a strong knowledge and experience in ASP.NET/ASP.NET Core development. They should have hands-on experience in developing ASP.NET Core API's and be proficient in C#. The candidate must have a good understanding of...
Project Manager at Parvana Recruitment
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...
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Coactivate is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual with a professional disposition to join our winning team as a BI Analyst. The BI Analyst will be responsible for designing reports and dashboards and maintaining databases to contribute to data-based...
Project Manager (Civil and Structural Engineer) at Construct Executive Search
Applicants must have the following requirements:Must have a Bachelor of Engineering Degree or Bachelor of Technician Degree in Civil Engineering.Must have 5 years of experience in project management.Must be registered with ECSA as a Professional Engineer.Must have...
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