Core Group Southern Africa
Benson Takarinda is an experienced software developer and integrations specialist with a diverse background in full-stack development and system efficiency enhancement. Currently serving as a Senior Integrations Specialist at Core Group, Benson previously held positions such as Full-Stack Developer at MetroFibre Networx and Senior Software Developer at CQuential, where a focus on team process improvements was emphasized. Additional roles include Software Developer at Hippo.co.za, where reliability and efficiency enhancements were prioritized, and Full Stack Developer at IoT.nxt, where application development was key. Prior experience also includes .Net C# Developer at EDS Systems, Junior Software Developer at Altech Netstar, and an internship as an SAP ABAP Consultant with Hages Business Solutions. Benson holds a Diploma in Information Systems from CTI Education Group.
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Core Group Southern Africa
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Core Group represents some of the world’s premier professional and consumer technology brands in Sub-Saharan Africa. Core Group is the sole distributor for Apple in Sub-Saharan Africa and has represented the brand in South Africa since 1995. We are also the distributors for other major brands like Fitbit, DJI and Nintendo. Our responsibilities are all encompassing and include supply chain management, marketing management, channel management, enterprise sales and media relations. The territory of operations comprises Angola, Botswana, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, South Africa, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Some of the main businesses that form part of the group are: 1) iStore: Apple Premium Reseller (APR) in South Africa, SADEC and Nigeria which is a dedicated hub for Apple products and accessories. 2) Think Ahead: offers a whole-school programme to lead your school through meaningful technology integration. They customise the offering to suit your school’s vision, culture, budget, grades and requirements. 3) iSchoolAfrica: An education initiative that reaches schools across South Africa in rural and urban settings and aim to empower teachers and students by giving them access to the world’s most advanced educational technology and classroom practices.