Steady growth predicted for high-performance computing
The global high-performance computing (HPC) market is expected to reach $87,31-billion by 2030 and is expected to grow at 7,2% CAGR from 2025 to 2030, according to a new study by Grand View Research. High-performance computing can be categorised into high-performance...
Donors commit to fund Gavi vaccines
World leaders have pledge support for Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, with a total of more than $9-billion secured against a targeted $11,9-billion budget for its next five-year strategic period from 2026 to 2030 (Gavi 6.0) at the Global Summit: Health and Prosperity...
Data quality drives regulatory reporting decisions
The most notable concern for the regulatory reporting market is the impact of significant operational burdens and the continued use of manual and ad hoc processes that result in increased effort and less accurate data. This is according to the annual Global Regulatory...
More investment can prevent surge in shanty towns
Africa’s urban population will triple in the next 25 years and African countries will need to invest up to 5,5% of their gross domestic product (GDP) in urban development if they are to avoid rapid growth of shanty towns. This was the conclusion shared by experts at a...
Second Make in Africa Startup Mentorship Program completed
Qualcomm has announced the successful completion of the second year of its Make in Africa Startup Mentorship Program, culminating in the Make in Africa Finale 2024. Now in its second year, this program has successfully guided early-stage technology startups by...
Microsoft leverages AI to fast-track African start-ups
Microsoft, through the company’s Africa Transformation Office (ATO), has unveiled an initiative that will accelerate advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and foster collaboration between startups and industry leaders. The initiative will also mark the launch...
Insolvencies, geopolitical tension and AI washing key risks for 2025
Directors and Officers (D&Os) have been operating in a highly complex environment throughout 2024, and further volatility can be expected during 2025. Executives face multiple exposures in an increasingly interconnected business world, confronted with risks...
AI, privacy shape consumer cybersecurity landscape
According to Kaspersky's latest report, artificial intelligence (AI) will become an integral part of daily life, while privacy concerns around biometric data and advanced technologies will take center stage in 2025. These forecasts are part of the annual Kaspersky...
AI, security, infrastructure to drive reseller revenue
IT partners around the world are anticipating a transformative wave of AI technology demand that will drive the majority of revenue over the next four to five years. This is among the findings from the new Cisco Global AI Partners Study, titled Bridging the Customer...
Financial services an enduring DDoS target
Financial services organisations in Africa are continuing to fall victim to Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks, according to Netscout’s 1H2024 DDoS Threat Intelligence Report (TIR). The report highlights Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa in particular as being...
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Technodyn International places in IFS Partner Awards
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SA loses billions to poor quality software
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Informa Tech, Huawei host fourth Broadband Africa Forum
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Nokia, Liquid Technologies, PayGoZo support Kayamandi Fibre Project
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Year-end is a Christmas party for fraud
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Banks move intruder systems to lithium battery technology
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Virtual agents as a service could be an ideal business model
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Key Responsibilities:Provide onsite technical support for the company's products and services.Diagnose and repair hardware issues (remove, replace faulty equipment).Inspect sites before installations and ensure they meet technical requirements.Install systems/products...
Business Analyst at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
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SQL Developer at Parvana Recruitment
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Senior Service Desk Engineer at Parvana Recruitment
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Integration Developer (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment
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Developer – C# (MASTER) at Parvana Recruitment
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Data Analyst (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment
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FI/CO ABAP Developer (Contract – Euros) at Parvana Recruitment
This is a remote position.About our client:Our client is a professional management consultancy and IT services provider, focused on delivering creative and innovative digital solutions. Their client base includes both startups and large corporations, but their mission...
SQL & LINUX Support Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Are you a problem-solver with grit, guts, and technical chops? We're on the hunt for two dynamic Support Engineers to join a high-performing team tackling international telecom systems. This is your chance to get your hands dirty with SQL, Linux, and live production...
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Key Responsibilities:Provide onsite technical support for the company's products and services.Diagnose and repair hardware issues (remove, replace faulty equipment).Inspect sites before installations and ensure they meet technical requirements.Install systems/products...
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