New insight into paediatric pain practices in SSA

Valuable insights into the management of paediatric pain in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) have been highlighted in a survey conducted by Anisa Bhettay, a specialist anaesthetist affiliated with the Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital and the University of Cape...

Hybrid working levels the playing field for women

The widespread adoption of hybrid working has opened the door for women from minority backgrounds to apply for senior positions within their companies, according to a new report released ahead of Women’s Day. IWG’s 2024 report Advancing Equality: Women in the Hybrid...

Women unemployment still too high

There is still a massive problem with women unemployment in South Africa – and a significant number of women have given up looking for work. This is among the findings of the the Fundza Literacy Trust’s annual digital survey results. With more than...

Drone flights and 3D scans used to protect vulnerable forests

Drones are being used to help curb the loss of Madagascar’s biodiverse forests through illegal deforestation. Research published in the journal Plants, People, Planet focused on the Ambohimahamasina humid forest in the southeast of the island, based on a series...

Ransomware groups weaponise stolen data to force payment

Sophos has released a new dark web report, “Turning the Screws: The Pressure Tactics of Ransomware Gangs,” which details how cybercriminals are weaponising stolen data to increase pressure on targets who refuse to pay. This includes sharing the contact...

How much value is in your email address?

With the number of global email users projected to hit 4,73-billion by 2026, email has become one of the most important platforms for communication in the digital age. For many people, an email address is their main digital identity – and fraudsters can do a lot...