DiData launches SDN model

In a move to help organisations understand software-defined networking (SDN), the impact that it will have on their ICT operations, and the protocols and network architectures required to define their future network vision, Dimension Data has launched its...

Tension between IT and business grows

Technology budgets and decision-making are migrating away from IT departments, while IT is taking on new roles in the enterprise. These are among the findings of a large-scale global survey – including South Africa – by Avanade on the changing role of IT. Thirty-seven...

Advisers unite against new immigration rules

The Forum of Immigration Practitioners (FIPSA) has declared that the new Immigration Regulations, published on 23 May, contain an array of shortcomings which effectively make it impossible to apply for a work visa or other visa. The regulations, which became effective...

WAPA urges action on ICT policy, spectrum

The Wireless Access Providers’ Association of South Africa (WAPA) hopes that the new administration will move forward quickly on creating an ICT policy and allocating spectrum. With a membership nearing 200 entities, WAPA acts as a collective voice for the wireless...

Shock as economy contracts

The South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SACCI) has expressed shock and concern at the poor performance of South Africa’s economy in the last quarter. Neren Rau, CEO of SACCI, says in a statement: “The South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SACCI)...

New app helps to feed the hungry

Today (28 May) is World Hunger Day and all Android smartphone users can get involved in feeding the hungry. The Lunchbox Fund has launched its philanthropic foodie app, Feedie, a global platform that transforms digital food photos into actual meals for impoverished...