Solar Orbiter gets world-first views of the Sun’s poles
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As risks rise, CISOs should shift focus
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Modest rebound for the BETI in October
The BankservAfrica Economic Transactions Index (BETI), which measures the value of all electronic transactions cleared through BankservAfrica at seasonally adjusted real prices, showed a steady recovery in October 2024 following September’s weaker performance. The...
Fibre key to ubiquitous broadband rollout in Africa
Kathy Gibson reports from AfricaCom - Globally, fibre has begun to dominate fixed broadband connectivity, and continues to expand. This is the word from Dobek Pater, ICT analyst at Africa Analysis, speaking at the Africa Broadband Forum on the sidelines of AfricaCom...
Teraco in world first with 120MW solar power plant
In a world first for a data centre operator, Teraco has started construction of its 120MW utility-scale solar PV power plant in the Free State, creating its own sustainable energy source. The plant is expected to come online in late 2026. “Driving renewable energy...
Delving into the stresses and challenges of entrepreneurs
A new report from venture capitalist firm, Flourish Ventures, provides a unique glimpse into the passions, motivations, challenges, and coping mechanisms of early-stage entrepreneurs across 13 African countries. Surveying more than 160 startup founders – Passion and...
Infostealers surge as cybercriminals get more innovative
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Kaspersky uncovers new stealthy ransomware
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Africa prepares for 5.5G
Kathy Gibson reports from AfricaCom – While much of Africa is battling to connect with 5G technology, 5.5G is already on the horizon. The digital and intelligent future is here, with technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) key to driving it forward. But...
Google invests in local startups
Google has unveiled the 2024 cohort of its Google for Startups Accelerator Africa: Black Founders programme with each of them set to receive up to R1-million in non-dilutive funding, as well as up to R3,6-million in Google Cloud credits. “We are acutely aware of the...
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1st/2nd Line IT Support Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town Region
1st/2nd Line IT Support Engineer (Remote - Cape Town Based)Support a UK-based MSP from sunny Cape Town - Remote Role on UK HoursIT Support - R18,000/month - Full-time, PermanentAbout Our ClientOur client is a UK-based Managed Service Provider with over 14 years of...
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Leading SA Bank requires the skills of an experienced Full Stack developer in the credit risk spaceHybrid working with offices based in Sandton6 month renewable contractC#.Net and Angular Desired Skills: C#.net angular Learn more/Apply for this position
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C#.NET Developer – Gauteng Sandown
Leading SA Bank requires the skills of an experienced Full Stack developer in the credit risk spaceHybrid working with offices based in Sandton6 month renewable contractC#.Net and Angular Desired Skills: C#.net angular Learn more/Apply for this position
Software Developer at EnableSA (Pty) Ltd – Eastern Cape Gqebera
Our Client in Port Elizabeth is seeking a skilled and motivated Back-End .NET Developer to join their dynamic development team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in C#, .NET, and SQL Server, with experience in building scalable and secure APIs and...
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Leading SA bank requires the skills of a an experienced senior level full stack developer in the Credit Risk space.C#.Net and Angular experienceHybrid working with offices based in Sandton6 month renewable contract Desired Skills: C#.Net Angular Learn more/Apply for...
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Our client in Cape Town has a vacancy for an Embedded Developer to join thier dynamic team.Job PurposeTo design, develop, and implement critical software and firmware for embedded devices that power seamless and efficient public transport systems.Play a key role in...
Full Stack Developer – Gauteng Sandown
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