AI, specialisation the winning combo for high-performing partners
The channel is being redefined by a new wave of high performing partners who are scaling faster, adopting AI sooner, and delivering measurable customer outcomes. These are the findings of a new IDC study of more than 2 000 software resellers, commissioned by Sage....
Seacom 2.0 sets Africa up for an AI, cloud future
Seacom has launched Seacom 2.0 a new subsea cable system that the company believes will help secure Africa’s role in the global digital economy while addressing the demand for AI, cloud and real-time data services. It was 16 years ago that Seacom first went live with...
These are the key automotive trends for 2025
Gartner has highlighted several trends set to shape the automotive sector in 2025, as the industry faces regulatory pressure on emissions and intense growth from China. “Software and electrification will remain the two main drivers of the automotive sector’s...
Experts warn of risks around Trump’s meme coin frenzy
Donald Trump launched the $TRUMP meme coin this weekend, and its skyrocketed by over 300% in less than 24 hours. As of Sunday morning, $TRUMP hit a market cap of $5,81-billion, marking the former president’s bold foray into digital assets and merchandise sales ahead...
Global PC shipments show slight uptick
Worldwide PC shipments totaled 64,4-million units in the fourth quarter of 2024, a 1,4% increase from the fourth quarter of 2023, according to preliminary results by Gartner. This marks the fifth consecutive quarter of sustained shipment growth. For the year, PC...
Network security incidents dominate in SA
Throughout 2024, the most common type of security incident faced by companies was related to network protection according to the latest Kaspersky IT Security Economics report. Ninety-seven percent of businesses in South Africa encountered adversaries attempting to...
FunkSec rises as an AI-powered ransomware threat
Check Point Software Technologies’ Global Threat Index for December 2024, emphasises the growing sophistication of cybercriminals. For Africa, December was hardly a season to be jolly with eight of the continent’s countries listed among the top 20 most attacked. ...
Banks warned about failed core strategies as time runs out
Banks around the world are rushing to upgrade legacy systems that are placing them at a significant disadvantage in a time when they are already challenged by neo banks that have none of the same infrastructural baggage. But as RFPs mount up, the C-suites have been...
Nvidia releases NIM microservices for Agentic AI
AI agents are poised to transform productivity for the world’s billion knowledge workers with “knowledge robots” that can accomplish a variety of tasks. To develop AI agents, enterprises need to address critical concerns like trust, safety, security and compliance....
ACSA partners to secure fuel supplies
Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) confirms that, following the fire at the National Petroleum Refiners of South Africa (NATREF) refinery on 4 January 2025, which is impacting the production of fuel nationally, the industry has secured enough supply for OR Tambo...
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Exclusive Networks Africa partners with Infoblox
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Enter to win in ASUS ProArtist Awards 2022
South African designers, photographers, animators and creators of all ages are invited to enter this year's ProArtist Awards. Creations can be submitted until 15 May 2022, and the winners will be announced in June 2022. The design competition is free to enter for...
Supporting government’s plan to connect all South Africans
South Africa is on a drive to connect its citizens to the Internet. By Steve Briggs, chief sales and marketing officer at Seacom In November 2021, the Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies Khumbudzo Phophi announced that the government was considering a...
A living security approach helps businesses manage spend, take risks, grow
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Alliance aims to support private sector growth in Africa
To support a stronger private sector, entrepreneurship and the growth of small and medium-sized businesses across Africa, African, European, multilateral and bilateral partners have launched the Alliance for Entrepreneurship in Africa (AforE). The Alliance will...
Mike Isherwood appointed as non-executive director of AURA
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Iress enables new fund administration features for Maitland
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Commvault appoints DMP SA as a Metallic MSP partner
Commvault has appointed Data Management Professionals South Africa (DMP SA) as a Managed Services Provider (MSP) for its Metallic SaaS platform in South Africa. Gerhard Fourie, channel lead at Commvault Africa, says DMP SA has been a frontrunner for the MSP programme...
Tony Houldsworth joins Omnisient Advisory Board
Omnisient, an African privacy compliant data collaboration platform, has appointed Tony Houldsworth, group president of Flooid, as member of its Advisory Board. Omnisient is a privacy preserving data collaboration platform that allows businesses from retail,...
Senior Systems Analyst – Gauteng Centurion
DescriptionThe purpose of this job is to analyse, design and enhance systems, in order to obtain optimal results and agreed project delivery level Key Performance areas include: Understand and familiarise with the project's business requirementsUnderstand and...
Network Engineer (1 year contract – Limpopo)
Our client is looking for a Network Engineer with L2 and L3 knowledge. The role is based in Limpopo for a 12 month contract.ResponsibilitiesDay to day Operational administration of network infrastructure, this includes but not limited to.Routers, Switches and Wireless...
IT Risk Manager
The role of IT Risk Manager resides in the Governance, Risk and Business Engagement function of the company that is responsible for Governance and IT Risk Management within the company. The IT Risk Manager will be actively involved in defining, implementing and...
Network Engineer (1 year contract – Limpopo) – Limpopo Polokwane
Our client is looking for a Network Engineer with L2 and L3 knowledge. The role is based in Limpopo for a 12 month contract.ResponsibilitiesDay to day Operational administration of network infrastructure, this includes but not limited to.Routers, Switches and Wireless...
IT Risk Manager – Western Cape Cape Town
The role of IT Risk Manager resides in the Governance, Risk and Business Engagement function of the company that is responsible for Governance and IT Risk Management within the company. The IT Risk Manager will be actively involved in defining, implementing and...
Senior Systems Analyst
Lead the Next Chapter in Financial Intelligence Systems Innovation Permanent | Hybrid | Based in Centurion, Gauteng | Annual CTC Salary Package A highly strategic and secure government entity entrusted with combating financial crimes and safeguarding South Africa's...
Senior Systems Analyst
Are you a seasoned Systems Analyst with a flair for enterprise-wide solution design? This is your opportunity to make a real impact on national systems, collaborate with expert teams, and play a critical role in high-profile projects that shape the country's future....
Senior Systems Analyst – Gauteng Centurion
Lead the Next Chapter in Financial Intelligence Systems Innovation Permanent | Hybrid | Based in Centurion, Gauteng | Annual CTC Salary Package A highly strategic and secure government entity entrusted with combating financial crimes and safeguarding South Africa's...
Senior Systems Analyst – Gauteng Centurion
Are you a seasoned Systems Analyst with a flair for enterprise-wide solution design? This is your opportunity to make a real impact on national systems, collaborate with expert teams, and play a critical role in high-profile projects that shape the country's future....
Data Manager (WITS RHI)
Background: The Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (Wits RHI) is a renowned African-led research institute that seeks solutions to Africa's health challengesIt is located within the University of the Witwatersrand and addresses some of the greatest public...
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