AI misinformation is accelerating Africa’s risk landscape

As misinformation, cybercrime, health emergencies, civil unrest, extreme weather and infrastructure disruption become progressively interconnected across Africa, organisations are under growing pressure to distinguish fact from fiction before uncertainty escalates...

Business leaders bet big on robots, but few are ready

Robotics is no longer a bet on the future - it's a plan for the next five years – but according to new research from Intel, most organisations are moving faster than their operating models can support. The new study – The Robotics Readiness Gap - finds a stark...

Hubble solves merger mystery from Milky Way’s early years

Our home galaxy, the Milky Way, grew to its current size in part by consuming smaller galaxies. Now, new data from NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope shows definitive evidence of a dwarf galaxy merging with the young Milky Way galaxy in the earliest phases of its...

Crypto assets force tax systems to review their policies

The rapid rise of crypto assets is forcing tax systems to ponder if rules designed for a traditional economy can keep pace with technologies that are redefining how value is created, owned and exchanged, Professor Shaun Parsons has told attendees at a University of...

WhatsApp groups can become serious cyber-risk zones

Despite their popularity among employees, informal messaging platforms pose significant risks to organisations’ cybersecurity. The 2025 KnowBe4 Africa Annual Cybersecurity survey found that 93% of African respondents use WhatsApp for work communications, surpassing...

UK unveils Isambard-AI supercomputer

The UK has officially joined the premier league of global AI infrastructure — and it’s not starting small. Isambard-AI, the most powerful supercomputer to be built in the UK, is housed at the Bristol Centre for Supercomputing (BriCS). “And as we press this switch to...

Serious flaws in ZKTeco biometric systems

Kaspersky has identified numerous flaws in the hybrid biometric terminal produced by international manufacturer ZKTeco. By adding random user data to the database or using a fake QR code, cybercriminals can easily bypass the verification process and gain unauthorised...

Hardcopy peripherals take a big hit

Worldwide shipments of hardcopy peripherals declined 17,6% YoY to 18,8-million units in the first quarter of 2024 (1Q24). Shipment value also contracted 15,6% YoY during the quarter to $9,3-billion, according to International Data Corporation's latest Worldwide...

Zoom reaches for new heights

At its recent Zoom Perspectives 2024 conference, the company detailed its future vision, strategy, and flagship offerings which is looking to keep it relevant in a post-pandemic - lockdowned - world. "Zoom has been working to grow its number of customers and increase...

MultiChoice Group has demonstrated resilient operational March 2024

MultiChoice Group has demonstrated resilient operational performance for the year ended March 2024 (FY24), delivering a 26% trading profit margin in South Africa, while increasing trading profit in the Rest of Africa by 48%. Strategic milestones were reached, with the...

Economic impact of the legal profession valued at $1,6trn

According to a report from the International Bar Association (IBA), countries that firmly uphold the rule of law experience greater socio-economic benefits from the everyday contributions of lawyers than governments that impose restrictions on legal rights. In the...

BETI up in May but future still uncertain

The BankservAfrica Economic Transactions Index (BETI), which measures the value of all electronic interbank transactions processed by BankservAfrica, recovered further in May 2024, contributing to a positive outlook for the economy in the second quarter. However,...

Load shedding relief raises manufacturing sentiment

Confidence among local manufacturers has reached the best level in two years. This is according to the Q2 Absa Manufacturing Survey, which showed that business confidence rose 7 points to 28 during the quarter. "Over the last few years, manufacturers' confidence...

Boom period ahead for e-commerce

The global e-commerce market will reach $83,26-trillion by 2030 with a CAGR of 18,9% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new study by Grand View Research. The market has grown substantially due to the increasing popularity of omnichannel retailing in which companies...

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Protect yourself against identity theft

Are you doing enough to reduce the risk of having your identity stolen? By Carey van Vlaanderen, CEO of ESET South Africa As you start the New Year, this is a good time to reflect on what kind of measures you should take to prevent thieves from stealing and using your...

Ricoh to showcase its AV integration

Workplace technology specialist Ricoh will unveil its latest collaboration, productivity and performance innovations at the world's biggest AV tradeshow, ISE to be held in Amsterdam from 11 to 14 February. Ricoh will highlight its role as a workplace-as-a-service...

Welcome to the era of containers

This year, open source will become even more fundamental to the success of companies as they transition to fully-fledged digitally-led businesses. By Muggie van Staden, MD of Obsidian Systems In the coming months, proprietary software will lose relevance as local...

Forrester names Vmware as endpoint management leader

Vmware has been positioned as a leader in The Forrester Wave: Unified Endpoint Management, Q4 2019, which evaluated 13 unified endpoint management (UEM) vendors. VMware's intelligence-driven digital workspace platform, VMware Workspace ONE, was top ranked in the...

Kaspersky named strong performer in cloud security

Kaspersky has been named as a Strong Performer in The Forrester Wave: Cloud Workload Security (CWS), Q4 2019. The company's solution, Kaspersky Hybrid Cloud Security, received the status after achieving the highest scores possible in 13 criteria, including hypervisor...

Canon debuts new action hero

Canon Europe has launched the EOS-1D X Mark III sports and wildlife camera aimed at professional photographers. The camera features industry-leading shooting speeds of up to 20fps with AF tracking, along with improved high ISO performance. The EOS-1D X Mark III's AF...

Enter the era of smart building automation

There are various reasons why business leaders choose to establish so-called 'smart' buildings or those that reflect the intelligent combination of technology and automation to facilitate intuitive interaction - but many would consider smart access control/ security...

Schools are an easy target for criminals

With large amounts of cash and very little security, schools are now becoming an easy target for criminals. Numerous schools across the country have already been raided with several serious incidents and even fatalities. Parents are urged act swiftly to ensure the...

Funds available for African off-grid projects

The Facility for Energy Inclusion's Off-Grid Energy Access Fund (FEI OGEF) has reached a final equity close with $59-million in committed equity capital and $36-million debt facilities, to support innovative, off-grid energy access companies. The final close, reached...

New regional director at Facebook

Derya Matraş has been appointed as regional director of Facebook in the Middle East, Africa and Turkey. In this role, Matraş will lead Facebook to serve businesses and communities and to grow the company's economic and social impact across the region. "The...

Junior IT Support Engineer – Remote Remote

Position Description:Our client is inviting applications for an on-site, full-time position as a Junior IT Support Engineer in their Cape Town o?ce. This position reports to the Director of Global IT and will perform day-to-day service requests resolution, software,...

Junior Project Manager

A well-established business is seeking to appoint Junior Project ManagerTo plan, execute and finalize projects for the organization within the predetermined time frames, using the Project Management methodology under close guidance by the Project Manager or PMO...

Data Analyst at Famous Brands

IntroductionJOB TITLE: Data AnalystJOB GRADE: C3DEPARTMENT: Leading Brands CommercialLOCATION: Waterfall Office (Midrand)EMPLOYMENT STATUS: PermanentLINE MANAGER: Business AnalystPURPOSE STATEMENT:The purpose of this position is to collate data through various...

Project Manager

Project Manager - 12 Month ContractProject Manager - 12 Month ContractDuties & Responsibilities:Project Definition & Planning: Define project scope, objectives, and stakeholder expectations, creating structured project plans aligned with time, budget, and...

Junior Project Manager – Gauteng Centurion

A well-established business is seeking to appoint Junior Project ManagerTo plan, execute and finalize projects for the organization within the predetermined time frames, using the Project Management methodology under close guidance by the Project Manager or PMO...

Data Analyst at Famous Brands – Gauteng Midrand

IntroductionJOB TITLE: Data AnalystJOB GRADE: C3DEPARTMENT: Leading Brands CommercialLOCATION: Waterfall Office (Midrand)EMPLOYMENT STATUS: PermanentLINE MANAGER: Business AnalystPURPOSE STATEMENT:The purpose of this position is to collate data through various...

Project Manager – KwaZulu-Natal Durban

Project Manager - 12 Month ContractProject Manager - 12 Month ContractDuties & Responsibilities:Project Definition & Planning: Define project scope, objectives, and stakeholder expectations, creating structured project plans aligned with time, budget, and...

SHEQ Systems Specialist (CPT)

Are you an experienced Quality Food Safety & Environmental (QFSE) professional with a passion for compliance and continuous improvement? Our client, a global leader in the FMCG industry, is seeking a QFSE Manager to oversee and enhance quality, food safety, and...

IT Technician

We are recruiting an IT Technician to join the Milnerton office of a national company. Minimum RequirementsInformation Technology Qualification / Certifications2+ years relevant experienceDriver's license Overview of positionUser support MS Office 365Hardware...

Data Scientist (Junior and Senior roles) (CH1109)

Join our client in the credit Industry as a Data Scientist!Are you passionate about turning data into actionable insights?Our client is seeking talented Data Scientists on all levels (Senior & Junior), to join their team! In this role, you'll leverage your...

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