SA has world’s highest cyberattack rate, identity visibility gap

South African companies have significant gaps in workforce password security, underscoring growing risks as they contend with rising cyber threats, increasing regulatory pressure, and limited visibility into user identities and access. This is according to a new study...

AI-enabled attacks drive ransomware surge

Cybercrime no longer functions as a series of isolated campaigns. Today, it operates as a system, with malicious hackers operating across an end-to-end life cycle and compressing the attack life cycle with shadow agents. This is the headline finding from the 2026...

Employees are the biggest cyber threat – and it will only get worse

South Africa experienced a 46% increase in insider cyber risk in 2026, surpassing the global average of 44%. What’s more, 63% of South African companies surveyed expect insider‑driven data losses to increase as growing numbers of disgruntled employees are resorting to...

Interconnected systems at risk of a digital pandemic

Are we ready for solar storms, submarine cable cuts, satellite disruptions, and extreme weather to disrupt communication networks and potentially trigger a “digital pandemic"? A new report – “When digital systems fail: The hidden risks of our digital world​" –...

Supply chains, built to be efficient, were also built to break

The convergence of physical and digital supply chain risks demands a new strategy, writes Pushpinder Singh, partner and global practice leader: supply chain transformation and offerings at the IBM Institute for Business Value. Just last week, fresh strikes in the...

Africa feels impact of Middle East conflict

The global economic environment has become increasingly volatile with rising frequency of major shocks worldwide. Amid spikes in energy, food and fertilizer prices caused by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, the African Development Bank (AfDB), the African...

SA organisations see a rise in malicious insider threats

Mimecast’s ninth annual State of Human Risk Report reveals that 46% of SA organisations reported an increase in malicious insider incidents over the past year – matching the 46% of local organisations reporting a rise in negligent incidents for the first time. This...

Threat actors ramp up sophistication of DDoS attacks

Sophisticated attacker collaboration, resilient botnets and compromised IoT infrastructure drove more than eight million DDoS attacks worldwide – some as large as 30 terabits per second (Tbps) – in the second half of 2025. According to NetScout Systems’ 2025...

The secret sauce, the Pentagon, and the greatest PR campaign in history

By Barry Buck - I’ve said it so many times it’s basically my catchphrase: “I don’t know how they do it, but Anthropic has the secret sauce. They’re just better than every single one of their competitors – and it’s not even close.” Turns out the Pentagon agrees with...

Supply chain attacks top 2025’s threats

Supply chain attacks have emerged as the most common cyberthreat facing businesses over the past year, a new Kaspersky global study shows. The findings reveal that nearly every third company globally had to confront a supply chain threat over the past year. According...

Bitcoin surges amid relief rally, Trump’s intervention 

Bitcoin is surging as global markets rebound and US president Donald Trump reinforces his support for the digital assets sector in its intensifying confrontation with traditional Wall Street banks. This is the assessment from Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group, as the...

Recruiting teams don’t use all the data to shape talent strategies

As the labour market undergoes unprecedented and rapid transformation, only 31% of recruiting functions are leveraging labor market data to shape their business and talent strategies, according to a survey by Gartner. “Given the evolving labor market, organisations...

Commodity boom could boost SA economy

Momentum for the global economy has been varied moving into 2026. Coface expects growth of 2,6% this year – a very minor downtick on 2,8% in 2025 – despite an international environment marked by persistent geopolitical, financial and social risks. In light of this,...

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Five ways to outsmart cybercriminals

It often starts with something small: a WhatsApp from a number you don’t recognise, an email that looks like it’s from your bank, or a limited-time offer that seems too good to ignore. Within minutes, a single click or slip of the tongue can cost you thousands....

Upgrading isn’t about new tech – it’s about risk and resilience

Legacy software is costing South African businesses more than they think. According to Jacques Burger, senior business analyst at Dariel Solutions, the real danger isn’t downtime it's the silent build-up of compliance gaps, cyber vulnerabilities, and integration drag...

GenAI and SA’s path to sustainable growth

The conversation about artificial intelligence has shifted in South Africa from curiosity to critical urgency. By Claire Bradbury, sustainability lead for Accenture, Africa Generative AI, in particular, has captured attention across board - not only for its potential...

Make sure the boardroom doesn’t hold cybersecurity back

When it comes to cybersecurity, the role of the board has grown massively. By Martin Potgieter, regional chief technology officer at  Integrity360 Viewing cybersecurity as a purely technical concern just isn’t viable. A board that is genuinely breach-ready can ensure...

Young South Africans get future-ready tech skills

In the second quarter of 2025, youth unemployment in South Africa rose by 39 000, bringing the total to 4,9-million. This means nearly half of young South Africans who want to work cannot find jobs. Against this backdrop, and with the digital skills gap widening,...

Regtech powers cross-border trust in financial mergers

Financial institutions (FIs) are expected to deliver instant transactions, immediate verifications and fast onboarding in a world that has shifted towards real-time payments. Bradley Elliott, CEO of RelyComply  The ability to process online payments in real time rests...

Criminal networks exploit insider vulnerabilities

When you hear "insider threat” what comes to mind? A rogue employee stealing files before quitting? Think bigger, writes Heino Gevers, senior director of technical support at Mimecast. The reality is far more alarming. Today's insider threats aren't lone wolves acting...

Retailers must lock down every data door to survive Black Friday

As local retailers gear up for Black Friday – the year’s biggest shopping event – the rush to process payments, manage stock and serve customers across multiple branches leaves many exposed to a surge in cyber threats. By Hemant Harie, group chief technology officer...

When it comes to your money, real advice beats algorithms

Opening an investment account can be as quick and easy as a few clicks, and suddenly you can buy shares, pick a fund, or move your savings into something new. Access has never been simpler. By Therese Grobler CFP CPP head: wealth management at Momentum Financial ...

Cloud Engineer (Azure) – Remote Remote

RoleA cloud engineer who designs, builds, manages, and secures an organization's cloud-basedinfrastructure and applications using platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. They areresponsible for migrating systems from on-site servers, optimizing cloud performance...

Solutions Architect (Chief Expert) 0159 – Gauteng Pretoria

Design and own end-to-end solution architectures that meet business requirements and align with the architectural roadmap.Engage and collaborate with product and integration teams to define integration touchpoints and shared technical requirements.Translate business...

Scrum Master SLS

What will you do?Reporting directly to the Release Train Engineer (RTE), you'll be supporting two or more cross-functional teams within a larger value stream or product ecosystem, working alongside other experienced Scrum Masters.The Scrum Master is co-located with...

Senior Data Engineer (Spark & Python Specialist)

Role:Our client is seeking a Senior Cloud Data Engineer to join their Engineering team at the company. In this role, you will be a key technical contributor responsible for building, optimizing, and maintaining high-performance data processing engines. You will apply...

IT Systems Administrator -DBN at Mancosa

IntroductionMANCOSA, a DHET registered and CHE accredited private higher education distance education provider, offering undergraduate and postgraduate business qualifications, has the following vacancy available: IT Systems AdministratorDuties &...

IT Systems Administrator -DBN at Mancosa – KwaZulu-Natal Durban

IntroductionMANCOSA, a DHET registered and CHE accredited private higher education distance education provider, offering undergraduate and postgraduate business qualifications, has the following vacancy available: IT Systems AdministratorDuties &...

Junior IT Security Engineer at Mancosa

IntroductionMANCOSA, a DHET registered and CHE accredited private higher education distance education provider, offering undergraduate and postgraduate business qualifications, has the following vacancy available: Junior IT Security EngineerDuties &...

Junior IT Security Engineer at Mancosa – KwaZulu-Natal Durban

IntroductionMANCOSA, a DHET registered and CHE accredited private higher education distance education provider, offering undergraduate and postgraduate business qualifications, has the following vacancy available: Junior IT Security EngineerDuties &...

Field Technician

Job Title: Field Technician - Johannesburg - Biometric Workforce ManagementSalary: R15,000 Basic + benefits, Negotiable depending on experience.The Opportunity:Joining this biometric workforce management leader is a smart career move today. You will install vital...

Field Technician – Remote Remote

Job Title: Field Technician - Johannesburg - Biometric Workforce ManagementSalary: R15,000 Basic + benefits, Negotiable depending on experience.The Opportunity:Joining this biometric workforce management leader is a smart career move today. You will install vital...

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