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...
PC demand remains strong
The surge in PC demand continued through the second quarter of 2021 (2Q21) despite global component shortages and logistics issues. Worldwide shipments of Traditional PCs, inclusive of desktops, notebooks, and workstations, reached 83,6-million units in 2Q21, up 13,2%...
Employer roles on mandatory vaccination rollouts
Employers considering putting a mandatory Covid-19 vaccination policy in place need to take several factors into account, including appropriate steps if an employee refuses, write Dhevarsha Ramjettan and Shane Johnson from Webber Wentzel. Employers are currently faced...
Untrained users are ticking timebombs for cyber attacks
Every organisation, regardless of size and vertical, is susceptible to phishing and social engineering without computer-based training. This is among the findings of a new Phishing by Industry Benchmarking Report to measure an organisation's phish-prone percentage...
Alternative financing industry set for 20% jump
Over the last five years, digital financial services like crowdinvesting and crowdfunding became an appealing alternative for thousands of investors and start-ups, connecting borrowers directly to lenders through online platforms and offering different models of...
MTN Business App awards open for entry
Marking 10 years since the launch of this national platform to recognise local champions of app development talent, the 2021 MTN Business App of the Year Awards are now officially open for entry. This year's prize money for the country's best digital developers is at...
Is the world’s population threatening our survival?
With the global population expected to significantly exceed 9-billion people by 2050, of which some 2,5-billion will be living on the African continent, biodiversity is shrinking, even as the waste generated by billions of people grows exponentially. The loss of...
Ostrich industry gets smart decision-making tool
The Ostrich Slaughter Planner, a smart technology tool developed by the Western Cape Department of Agriculture in response to the industry's need to streamline recordkeeping, planning, and issuing of permits for the slaughter of ostriches at the abattoirs, was...
South Africans still excluded from financial services
Kathy Gibson reports - The South African financial market is a paradox in that a majority of people have bank accounts, but 80% of them don't have access to financial services. Khulekani Mathe, head of financial inclusion at the Banking Association South Africa,...
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QlikView maps fire brigade’s risk
QlikView, a leader in business discovery - user-driven business intelligence (BI) - has announced that the fire brigade Amsterdam-Amstelland has deployed QlikView to map the risks in the region and proactively respond to those risks. QlikView serves as the basis for...
Defining a solid security strategy
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DCC introduces Verbatim Power Packs
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New CEO for kalahari.com
kalahari.com, South Africa’s biggest online retailer, has appointed Caren Genthner-Kappesz as its new CEO. One of Genthner-Kappesz’ goals is to reinforce the e-commerce pioneer’s leadership position in the market. Genthner-Kappesz, who relocated to Cape Town from...
IT must adapt to technology consumers
The speed at which technology devices are moving into the business is a cause for concern for the IT department. But not in the sense that these devices are unwanted, but rather through the highlighting of the need for IT to start providing the same levels of service...
New Riverbed capabilities empower customers
Riverbed Technology, the application performance company announced the availability of new product capabilities, developer tools and a supporting community that allow IT professionals to customise and adapt their IT infrastructure to meet the demands of their business...
SAS, NWU build data science skills
SAS and North-West University (NWU) has announced the launch of the SAS Advanced Analytics Laboratory in the Centre for Business Mathematics and Informatics (BMI), the first of its kind in South Africa. Through the Centre for BMI, students will be able to enroll for...
DCC offers HP ElitePad 900 G1
Designed with the business user in mind, the HP ElitePad 900 from distributor Drive Control Corporation (DCC) is a premium tablet that delivers a thin, lightweight experience to take productivity beyond the office with ease. An elegant design and an intuitive...
Kathea launches virtual meeting room
The cloud is often seen as a challenge to the traditional IT channel, eroding its business by removing the need for the middleman. However, cloud based services can offer opportunities for the channel to extend and grow their business. Kathea’s innovative "MeetME"...
Talia, Newtec boost Somalia’s mobile
Talia and Newtec are pleased to announce the provision of a new satellite communications backbone infrastructure for AGSM.MOBI, a Mobile operator in Somalia. Based on Newtec’s FlexACM technology, the network will enable reliable mobile voice, data, and payment...
Database Developer
Core purpose:The Database developer will create and maintain database structures, make sure that data is stored efficiently, and write and test database code, including SQL (Structured Query Language) queries, procedures, and functions.Create best practice reporting...
Project Manager IT at Famous Brands
Risk Management Desired Skills: Strong Leadership Interpersonal Skills Business communication skills Computer Literacy (familiarity with project management tools) Financial Numeracy Highly presentable with strong communication skills Strong Business acumen Strong Team...
Online Data Analyst – English (South Africa
We are hiring freelance English speaking Online Data Analysts for a project aimed at improving the content and quality of digital maps, which are used by millions of users globally. The job would suit someone who is detail-oriented, likes doing research and has a good...
System Integrator – Remote Remote
Is Design something you passionate about, whether it be system , hardware or software design and are you wanting to work with various ICT TeamsThen this Hybrid role is for you! My client is looking for a System Integrator with the following skills 5+ working...
Database Developer – Gauteng Randburg
Core purpose:The Database developer will create and maintain database structures, make sure that data is stored efficiently, and write and test database code, including SQL (Structured Query Language) queries, procedures, and functions.Create best practice reporting...
Project Manager IT at Famous Brands – Gauteng Midrand
Risk Management Desired Skills: Strong Leadership Interpersonal Skills Business communication skills Computer Literacy (familiarity with project management tools) Financial Numeracy Highly presentable with strong communication skills Strong Business acumen Strong Team...
Online Data Analyst – English (South Africa – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
We are hiring freelance English speaking Online Data Analysts for a project aimed at improving the content and quality of digital maps, which are used by millions of users globally. The job would suit someone who is detail-oriented, likes doing research and has a good...
Data Centre Manager
Our client based in Isando, Johannesburg is seeking a Data Centre Manager to join their team. The Data Centre Manager is the leader of data centre operations, responsible for 24x7 operations of the data centre facility, in accordance with industry best practice and...
Performance Tester
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Performance Tester to join our team. As a Performance Tester, you will be responsible for evaluating and analyzing the performance of software applications, identifying bottlenecks, and recommending optimizations to ensure...
Technology Network Administrator
TECHNOLOGY NETWORK ADMINISTRATORAssist with support, maintenance, implementation, and optimisation of networks across SBV operating systems. Support a stable, consistent connectivity and security across all network hardware, software, and communication links.3 years...
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