US, China close to a TikTok deal
Oracle is believed to have a key role in a new TikTok deal that would keep the app live in the US. Although a deal hasn’t yet been signed, US president Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping are said to be close to an agreement on the future of the social media...
Study shows extent of savings with smart geysers
A Sensor Networks study reveals that large households of up to four people or more can save up to R500 on their monthly electricity bill by using smart geyser technology. The company, which has installed more than 12 000 smart geysers across South Africa, confirms...
AWS commits $100m for AI, cloud, literacy skills
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, skills in AI, machine learning (ML), cloud computing, and computer science can open doors to boundless opportunities for students. However, not everyone can easily acquire these in-demand, career-enhancing skills. Amazon...
MTN enhances festive season network capacity
As South Africans prepare to celebrate the festive season, MTN has been capacitating its network in high density areas and tourist hotspots to carry increased voice and data traffic over the festive season. Operations are underway to cater for additional coverage and...
Resellers vote Syntech Distribution best for Customer Care
Syntech Distribution has scooped the Customer Care Distributor of the Year in the 12th annual Channelwise Awards. For the Customer Care Distributor of the Year award, the 2 828 resellers polled in the survey were asked to rate their chosen distributors on a number of...
Pinnacle scoops Channelwise Distributor of the Year 2024 award
Pinnacle has reclaimed the coveted Channelwise Distributor of the Year title, pipping Axiz, Mustek, Tarsus Distribution and Rectron at the post. The prestigious awards are the culmination of the 12th annual Channelwise Distributor of the Year survey. This year, 2 828...
All the top vendors for 2024
The votes are in, and South African resellers have named their favourite vendors for 2024. The 12th annual Channelwise Awards survey attracted a record 2 828 voters, who named their favourite vendors in 10 categories, as follows: Infrastructure hardware Servers...
Businesses are vulnerable to AI-driven cyberattacks
A recent Kaspersky study reveals that businesses are increasingly worried about the growing use of artificial intelligence (AI) in cyberattacks. According to the findings, 56% of surveyed companies in South Africa reported a rise in cyber incidents over the past year,...
Paratus opens Botswana to Zambia fibre route
Paratus Botswana has commenced work on lighting a new fibre route, the SADC Highway, that will connect Gaborone in Botswana, through Zimbabwe, to Livingstone in Zambia. The first section in Botswana, which is from Gaborone to Plumtree, spans approximately 500km and is...
Africa to benefit from Smart LEO networks
Q-KON is extending its collaboration with Eutelsat OneWeb to develop end-user portfolio service sets engineered to meet the needs of niche market sectors in sub-Saharan Africa. Recognising the challenges inherent in the African connectivity landscape, Q-KON is working...
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In the cloud economy, reskilling is key to sustainable growth
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The role of the consumer in the creation of insurance products
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Why SMB food and beverage manufacturers need industry-relevant ERP
ERP adoption has accelerated since the 1990s, and with this came the opportunity to focus on particular industries. This development recognised that to drive high performance in the face of increasing complexity and uncertainty, businesses need tools and...
Citrix, Google cloud team to deliver future of hybrid work
Citrix Systems and Google Cloud are expanding their strategic partnership to deliver the future of hybrid work for enterprise customers. The companies have announced a new collaboration which will include Citrix launching a new Desktop-as-a-Service (DaaS) offering on...
First Technology completes multi cloud strategy with First Horizon
More South African organisations than ever before are moving to the cloud as they accelerate their digital transformation strategies – and they are looking for a trusted advisor and partner to help them do it right. First Horizon, a new operating company within the...
Go beyond the game with the Samsung Odyssey Neo G9
For gamers in the know, there are certain numbers and descriptors that trigger an instant response. Samsung’s 2021 Odyssey Neo G9 gaming monitor serves up exactly the right formula to achieve this electrified reaction, and here it is: Expect an industry defining 49”...
Datacentrix Mining Indaba 2021 focuses on extending local mining longevity
The critical role technology is playing in mining's transformation, and the importance of the sector's contribution towards rebuilding South Africa's post-Covid economy, were central themes at hybrid IT systems integrator and managed services provider Datacentrix'...
DSG wins gold at the 2021 Contact Centre World Awards
Digital Solutions Group (DSG) has ranked as the top performer and gold award winner for the Best Outsourcing Partnership Europe, Middle East, and Africa in the 2021 Contact Centre World Awards. Now in its 16th year, the ContactCenterWorld.com Global Association has...
Software Developer (Intermediate) at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client is a highly successful SAAS development company focused on delivering innovative, bespoke solutions across a wide range of industries including logistics, supply chain and manufacturing. With a strong emphasis on customer satisfaction, they...
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ENVIRONMENT:Our client seeks a Software Developer to join their team in Cape Town. They are a dynamic Software Development company specializing in bespoke software solutions, architecture consulting, and systems integration. The ideal candidate should have a strong...
SQL Developer at QES – Western Cape Bellville
My client based in Cape Town (North) is currently sourcing a SQL Developer to join them on an independent contract basis Cape Town / Hybrid work model / Contract / Financial ServicesSourcing a SQL Developer to work within a development team to design and implement SQL...
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ENVIRONMENT:Our client seeks a Software Developer to join their team in Cape Town. They are a dynamic Software Development company specializing in bespoke software solutions, architecture consulting, and systems integration. The ideal candidate should have a strong...
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Join a global technology team delivering real-world, enterprise solutions with cutting-edge tools. Is this you? You're a hands-on developer with a passion for building scalable applications. You thrive in collaborative environments, enjoy problem-solving, and take...
IT Architect – Business and Data (Finance Treasury & IT)
Preferred Minimum Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree in in Information Systems/ Information Technology / Computer Science or related fieldTOGAF 9/10 Certification and Enterprise Architecture8 - 10 years in Enterprise Architecture Leadership and Doman Architect...
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ENVIRONMENT:Our client is a full-service, integrated ad agency with offices in Cape Town and they're one of the largest independently owned agencies in South Africa. They're looking for a PHP Developer with experience in PHP, Laravel, and Node.js to join their team....
Full Stack Developer – Gauteng Bryanston
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