UCT palaeontologists challenge how we age crocodiles and dinosaurs
Do the bones of Nile crocodiles have the same number of growth marks as their age? And can such growth rings be counted to accurately gauge the age of these reptiles? Is this also an accurate method to use when trying to “age” dinosaurs and other extinct and extant...
Why parents share children’s moments online
Kaspersky’s latest “Growing up online” survey reveals that almost half (47%) of parents surveyed in South Africa regularly post photos, videos, or updates about their children on social media platforms. But while family content remains popular, privacy settings and...
NASA analysis shows La Niña limited 2025 sea level rise
A mild La Niña caused greater rainfall over the Amazon basin, which offset rising sea levels due to record warming of Earth’s oceans. The rise in the global mean sea level slowed in 2025 relative to the year before, an effect largely due to the La Niña conditions that...
Call for mental health support to be integrated into HIV care
A recent study by researchers from the University of Cape Town (UCT) and Linköping University in Sweden showed that people living with HIV face an elevated risk of suicide due to a combination of stigma, fear of disclosure, mental health challenges and gaps in primary...
OpenAI aims to raise $100bn
OpenAI is reported to be in discussions with tech players Microsoft, Amazon and Nvidia, as well as the investor Softbank, to raise another $100-billion. If it’s successful, the company would have a value of at least $750-billion. The ChatGPT developer is currently one...
How long can the gold rally last?
Gold – which has jumped around 15% this year – is on an impressive run, but there are legitimate concerns about whether the momentum can last much longer. The warning from Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group, comes as the precious metal hits $5 500 this week amid...
Step out for Flip Flop Day 2026
South Africans are encouraged to put their best foot forward for children and adolescents diagnosed with cancer as Flip Flop Day 2026 returns on Friday, 20 February 2026. Led by CHOC Childhood Cancer Foundation South Africa, Flip Flop Day is a national fundraising and...
Frogfoot expands its KZN footprint with Mitsol acquisition
Frogfoot has expanded its footprint in KwaZulu-Natal with the acquisition of fibre assets that were built and operated by Mitsol. The transition brings another 19 000 homes on to the Frogfoot network. “Mitsol is a meaningful acquisition for us,” says Richard Henn,...
IT distribution revenues hit record $24,3bn
Sales through the IT distribution channel increased 6% year over year to $24,3-billion in Q4 2025, marking the strongest quarter on record for North American distribution, according to the IDC North America Distribution Tracker (NADT), powered by GTDC. The record Q4...
SA is turning to AI for learning, work and opportunity
A new report from Google and Ipsos shows that South African users are not only embracing artificial intelligence (AI), but increasingly using it as a practical tool for learning, work and major life decisions. The study, “Our Life with AI: Helpfulness in the hands of...
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Vodacom invests R620m in rural Mpumalanga
Vodacom Mpumalanga is spending R620-million on its network this financial year, focused on expanding network infrastructure, driving access to connectivity, particularly in deep rural communities and township areas. Combined with a R400-million investment in the...
Platform aims to strengthen integrity, equity in carbon markets
The African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD) has announced a series of initiatives to elevate Africa’s role in global carbon markets and ensure they deliver both climate and development benefits for the continent. The announcements were made at a high-level...
Lipaworld offers stablecoin-powered finance to informal economy
As stablecoins gain global traction for their role in transforming cross-border payments, venture-backed fintech platform Lipaworld has entered the South African market to support freelancers, immigrants, and informal businesses with faster, safer alternatives to...
Take a human-centred approach to AI in higher education
As artificial intelligence (AI) proliferates, disrupting and redefining the very near future of work, it must also transform education. After all, education is only fit for purpose if it effectively prepares young people for the world of work – and that is soon going...
Smarter technology aids education in the AI era
Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionising education by offering powerful tools that personalise learning experiences for students and improve efficiency for teachers. By Yugen Naidoo, GM of Lenovo Southern Africa From virtual AI assistants and tutors to...
How to navigate the storm of tariffs, turbulence and the ticking clock
Markets don’t like surprises – and Donald Trump’s sweeping tariff threats, including a 30% blanket duty on South African imports from 1 August, are fuelling fears of broader global instability. Combined with Deutsche Bank’s warning of a looming financial shock, rising...
MTN invests R220m in Eastern Cape
MTN South Africa has announced a R220-million investment to enhance network quality, expand connectivity, and upgrade infrastructure in the Eastern Cape. The investment includes the rollout of new base stations, as well as operational enhancements, site modernisations...
MEST Africa Challenge 2025 goes live
The Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST Africa) has opened applications for the seventh edition of the MEST Africa Challenge (MAC 2025), a pan-African pitch competition that equips high-potential startups with funding and hands-on support. This...
RMB funds BCS Group’s shift to commercial capital
Rand Merchant Bank (RMB) has partnered with Bandwidth and Cloud Services Group (BCS) to provide a $47-million funding package, marking a significant transition for the telecoms infrastructure operator as it moves from Development Finance Institution (DFI) reliance to...
New CEO for KPMG
KPMG in South Africa has announced the appointment of Joelene Pierce as the new CEO of the firm in South Africa, effective 1 March 2026. The appointment is made as a result of current CEO Ignatius Sehoole’s imminent retirement, which will take place on 1 March 2026....
Data Warehouse Analyst – Gauteng Centurion
Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Data Warehouse Analyst to join our financial services client based in Centurion.What you will be doing: Requirements Gathering:...
Network Engineer – Gauteng Erasmuskloof
We are seeking a mid-senior level Network Engineer to support, operate and evolve our enterprise network environment with a strong focus on SD-WAN, LAN, and WLAN. Experience with Huawei technologies is preferred but not mandatory as the environment is multi-vendor...
Test Analyst at Reverside
Reverside is an established IT services provider delivering high-quality Software Development, IT Resourcing, Digital Transformation, and Systems Support solutions. We partner with leading organizations to provide skilled professionals who drive innovation,...
Commercial Business Analyst at Ntice Sourcing Solutions (Pty) Ltd.
Our client is a well-established and growing technology solutions provider within the ICT and telecommunications sector. Operating in a fast-paced, data-driven environment, the business requires strong commercial insight and operational efficiency to support...
Test Analyst at Reverside – Western Cape Cape Town
Reverside is an established IT services provider delivering high-quality Software Development, IT Resourcing, Digital Transformation, and Systems Support solutions. We partner with leading organizations to provide skilled professionals who drive innovation,...
Commercial Business Analyst at Ntice Sourcing Solutions (Pty) Ltd. – KwaZulu-Natal La Lucia
Our client is a well-established and growing technology solutions provider within the ICT and telecommunications sector. Operating in a fast-paced, data-driven environment, the business requires strong commercial insight and operational efficiency to support...
IT Project Manager at Ability Executive Recruitment
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Project Manager to join our team based in BEACON BAY, EAST LONDON. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the implementation of new systems and technologies. You will work closely with our clients and...
IT Software Developer at Ability Executive Recruitment
The main purpose of this position is to consuct system upgrades, patch management, and configuration changes, handle the implementation and rollout of new applications and systems, support data integrity, data migration and integration and ensure complaince....
IT Project Manager at Ability Executive Recruitment – Eastern Cape East London
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Project Manager to join our team based in BEACON BAY, EAST LONDON. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the implementation of new systems and technologies. You will work closely with our clients and...
IT Software Developer at Ability Executive Recruitment – Eastern Cape East London
The main purpose of this position is to consuct system upgrades, patch management, and configuration changes, handle the implementation and rollout of new applications and systems, support data integrity, data migration and integration and ensure complaince....
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