Load shedding forces SMEs to shut down their servers
The national disaster that is load shedding is already costing the South African economy almost R1-billion every day, according to the Reserve Bank. Now SMEs across the country are shutting down their server rooms because unreliable power means that running costs are...
Study finds signs of depression, anxiety in young adolescents
A groundbreaking study by the Alan J Flisher Centre for Public Mental Health at the University of Cape Town (UCT) has shed light on the mental health landscape faced by adolescents aged 10 to 14 in the Western Cape. The study - conducted by Mirriam Mkhize, Associate...
Manufacturers say they are more confident
The Q2 Absa Manufacturing Survey has seen a significant improvement in overall sector confidence, with business confidence rising by 21 points to 46 points during the quarter, the highest level since 2012. "The increase was largely driven by strong selling price hikes...
The changing threat landscape
During the last quarter cyber adversaries have shifted from low-return, mass-spread ransomware campaigns toward fewer, customised ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) campaigns targeting larger, more lucrative organisations. This is one of the findings from the McAfee...
Windows 11 launches with features to make connecting easier
Kathy Gibson reports - Microsoft has launched Windows 11, the latest iteration of the operating systems that debuted 35 years ago. "This comes at a time when the PC has played a more important time in our lives," says Frank Shaw, corporate vice-president:...
Digital experience a key priority for insurers
Kathy Gibson reports – Too often glitches in computer systems end up being bad customer experiences, which can turn into massive problems for companies. But a digital experience platform (DXP) can go a long way to alleviating these issues, says Ndagi Job Gohsi, GM of...
A data-driven approach to managing Covid-19
Reports have confirmed that South Africa is officially riding the third wave of Covid-19, where infections in Gauteng yesterday saw a daily record of 10 806 new cases being recorded. And, with predictions that the peak could possibly be reached within the fortnight,...
Dell debuts Apex solutions in SA
Kathy Gibson reports - Dell Technologies is integrating as-a-service and cloud offerings in its Apex Solutions portfolio. The offering includes an initial data storage-as-a-service product, unified management of as-a-service solutions, flexible consumption policies...
SMEs keep pace with security challenges
Security teams in small and midsize businesses are doing a better job in enabling the mission of their organisations. With fewer resources, 44% of SMEs say their security teams are keeping pace with the changing needs and growth of the business, compared with 42% of...
Majority of SA organisations deploy extra email defences
The vast majority (95%) of South African organisations use third-party solutions in addition to what is offered by their email providers to help secure their email against the growing volume of cyberattacks. This is among the findings from new Mimecast research that...
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TAKEALOT.com acquires stake in Mr D
Mr D (formerly Mr Delivery) continues its transition from a pure food delivery business into a fully fledged business to consumer distribution business, specialising in last mile deliveries to the consumer market. Mr D has over the past 12 months rebranded and...
OTEL relocates VoIP station
OTEL Telecoms has announced the relocation of its VoIP transit service, dubbed Victoria Station, from 158 Jan Smuts Avenue to TERACO in Isando. The service, used by providers as primary or failover VoIP termination, has been operating from the Rosebank-based data...
iROKOtv launches app for Nokia Lumia
iROKOtv, the world’s largest online distributor of Nigerian movies, has announced the launch of a brand new mobile app for the platform, in an exclusive partnership with global phone manufacturer, Nokia. The app has been designed to give Nollywood fans and iROKOtv...
Esquire launches new Geeko tablets
Digital and lifestyle distributor, Esquire Technologies – the 2012 African distributor of the Year - has announced that it is to launch the Geeko Junior and Geeko Premium tablets. This is according to Asgar Mahomed, MD of Esquire Technologies, who says the Geeko...
ILM implementation empowers utilities
It boasts the distinction of being the largest producer of electricity in Africa and ranks among the top seven utilities in the world in terms of generation capacity, providing power to more than 4,3-million customers. But what exactly goes into powering a major...
Avoiding virtualisation’s dark side
Uncontrolled virtual machine sprawl can undermine the business case for virtualisation, says Warren Olivier of software vendor Veeam – and IT managers need to deploy new tools to manage much more complex environments. Olivier identifies three major issues in managing...
Printing goes mobile
Mobility is the future of the workforce, as the proliferation of tablets, notebooks and smartphones allows users to work almost seamlessly from anywhere, anytime. However, one aspect of the business environment often remains tied to traditional wired environments –...
First TD-LTE TV broadcast a success
For the first time in the world, TD-LTE (time division duplex long term evolution) technology has successfully been used for a live TV broadcast. On 5 January, China Mobile’s TD-LTE network transmitted a live video stream of the Xiamen International Marathon to TV...
Kathea announces Polycom HDX update
Kathea, a distributor of video communications solutions has announced the availability of Polycom HDX Series 3.1, a software update for Polycom’s popular HDX video collaboration solution for executive desktops and rooms. Providing a simple and intuitive collaboration...
Itec grows footprint with new dealers
Itec, one of South Africa’s top three office automation solution providers, has added new dealers in Maputo, Mozambique and eastern Pretoria to its fast-growing network of around 50 regional offices across southern Africa and the UK. The new dealers form part of...
Tester at QES
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Our client, that is busy shaking up the telematics industry with their innovation, is currently looking for a Senior Python Developer to join their team on a permanent basis. If you are open to join a company that is rapidly growing, this is the opportunity for you!...
IT Infrastructure Manager at Parvana Recruitment
Client Details:An international and highly regarded philanthropic organisation dedicated to education and social initiatives. Be part of a large global, very dynamic team that is highly ethical, progressive and dedicated to the greater good of society. Role...
Business Analyst at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client is dedicated to transforming the payment landscape with a vision of providing a risk-free and empowering payment solution. Unlike other options, they prioritise responsible alternatives to credit, offering a clear and compelling value...
IT Service Desk Administrator – Remote Remote
Role: IT Service Desk AdministratorLocation: Johannesburg - Fourways (Office Based role)Are you a young, dynamic, and customer-focused individual with a passion for IT? Do you possess the drive to excel in a fast-paced environment? If so, we have an exciting...
Fullstack DevOps Engineer – Gauteng Midrand
Full Stack DevOps Wanted! Are you a tech-savvy individual with a passion for cutting-edge technologies? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where innovation and collaboration are key? If so, we want you to join our team. We're at the forefront of revolutionizing...
Mobile Software Developer (Flutter) – Gauteng Centurion
Our client within the Technology space is seeking a Mobile Software Developer with a focus on Flutter Development to join their team on a permanent basis. Their offices is based in the Pretoria area, and they have a hybrid working environment. The Key Responsibilities...
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IT Infrastructure Manager at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
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