2025 ozone hole ranks as 5th-smallest since 1992

While continental in scale, the ozone hole over the Antarctic was small in 2025 compared to previous years and remains on track to recover later this century, NASA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) reported. The hole this year was the...

Biology model IDs more than 1m species, and counting

Tanya Berger-Wolf’s first computational biology project started as a bet with a colleague: that she could build an AI model capable of identifying individual zebras faster than a zoologist. She won. Now, the director of the Translational Data Analytics Institute and a...

US B20 commits to building on this year’s resolutions

Kathy Gibson reports - As the US takes over chairmanship of the G20 in 2026, the US business community has committed to continue working with and advancing the resolutions of the B20 South Africa. Suzanne Clark, president and CEO of the US Chamber of Commerce, who...

SA’s business liquidations skyrocket

South Africa’s corporate sector is under siege with the latest report from Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) revealing that 145 businesses were liquidated in September - pushing the 2025 year-to-date total to 1 180 closures. This marks a 23,9% spike compared to...

Insurance industry continues to weather economic storms

Insurance companies in South Africa were not only able to sustain, but were able to build on the robust financial results reported in 2023 – carrying forward the momentum and gains established that previous year, according to the KPMG Insurance Industry Survey for...

New features boost smartphone sales

According to preliminary data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker , global smartphone shipments increased 2,6% year-over-year (YoY) to 322,7-million units in the third quarter of 2025 (3Q25). The smartphone market...

Changing the way money moves

With stablecoins enjoying a massive surge globally – and a virtual explosion in Africa driven by the need for efficient cross-border payments, remittances, and a hedge against economic volatility – Mesh.trade has launched South Africa’s first yield-bearing digital...

Assessing and mitigating extreme weather risks

Heads of enterprise risk management (ERM) must prepare their organisations for the risks associated with extreme weather events, according to Gartner. “Extreme weather events now rank in the top 10 of Gartner’s quarterly emerging risk report, with global data showing...

How CHROs can strengthen digital security

As more HR functions implement AI and automated technologies, security incidents are becoming more common and harmful - so CHROs must take steps to strengthen digital security, says Gartner. “With organisations opting for more automation within their HR systems to...

Consumers driving strong growth in smart vacuums

The global smart vacuum market recorded shipments of 6,17-million units in the second quarter of 2025, reflecting a 20,5% YoY increase, according to the latest data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Smart Home Device Tracker. “Smart...

Cisco’s lower prices drive WiFi 7 surge

Enterprise class Wireless LAN (WLAN) revenue grew by double-digits for the second consecutive quarter - confirming its emergence from the doldrums of 2024, according to a new report from Dell’Oro Group. “Cisco has kept its average WiFi 7 AP price significantly below...

Calling all young innovators …

Young entrepreneurs in Johannesburg and Cape Town have a chance to secure vital support and funding to grow their businesses with applications now open for an incubation programme that boosts innovative enterprises and job creation. The Orange Corners Designs...

Chinese automakers reshaping SA’s used car market

Once the underdogs of the automotive world, Chinese automakers have proven themselves to be a force to be reckoned with - giving many established players in South Africa’s car market cause for concern. New car sales for Chinese brands have skyrocketed, and the same...

Cable cuts result in Azure network latency

Microsoft Azure users might experience delays due to cable cuts in the Red Sea. Microsoft states that, starting yesterday (6 September 2025), network traffic traversing through the Middle East may experience increased latency due to undersea fiber cuts in the Red Sea....

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Josef Al-Sibaie appointed to drive Syspro growth

Syspro has announced Josef Al-Sibaie's appointment as chief of staff and corporate development officer. Al-Sibaie will lead Syspro’s mergers and acquisitions (M&A) strategy, focusing on high-impact investments that enhance its digital manufacturing suite and...

Cisco, Nvidia integrate networking, security in AI factory 

Cisco has unveiled an AI factory architecture with Nvidia, building on the expanded partnership announced last month to provide validated reference architectures today. Together, the companies are developing the Cisco Secure AI Factory with Nvidia to simplify how...

Is a streaming levy the answer to outdated TV licences?

The TV licence system is on life support. Fewer than 20% of South Africans with a licence actually pay, and the costs of chasing payments often outweigh the revenue collected. People simply don’t see the value in funding a public broadcaster when they have an endless...

As AI unleashes new threats, we need a new cybersecurity approach

Imagine coming to the end of a lengthy recruitment process, only to find out the candidate you’ve been dealing with during several rounds of in-depth interviews isn’t real. By Yash Pillay, sales engineer at Trend Micro In fact, the person you’ve just hired doesn’t...

How you could thrive without passwords

The digital landscape is evolving rapidly, and with it comes the urgent need for more secure authentication methods. Passwords, once the cornerstone of online security, are now easy targets for cybercriminals, writes By Kumar Vaibhav, lead senior solution architect:...

Aviation security leaders call for digital identity

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is calling for the rapid adoption of digital identity technologies to enhance aviation security and operational efficiency. Leading government and industry stakeholders in aviation security participating in the Sydney...

How to foster a culture of diverse thought

The future of work is evolving, and the business world stands at a pivotal moment for creating truly inclusive environments that embrace diversity in all its forms. According to Genevieve Koolen, HR director at SAP Africa, the embracing of diversity is not just a...

What retailers need to know before embarking on a SaaS journey

Modern retail is dependent on technology to deliver the type of frictionless experience consumers demand and employees need. Over and above this, seamless integrations are the lifeblood of operational efficacy and efficiency in the race to win and retain market share....

Why we urgently need smart tech in hospitality

A man has a medical emergency in his Tesla, switches on autopilot, and the car drives him to a hospital. A woman’s smartwatch detects an irregular heartbeat, sends her an alert urging her to seek medical attention, diagnosing her with a life-threatening arrhythmia...

When does wasting time become a dismissible offence?

Time is indeed considered the most valuable asset for humankind, impacting everything from personal growth to societal progress, writes Wesley Field, provincial manager of Consolidated Employers’ Organisation. By implication, time is undeniably a business's most...

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