The glue that holds the Sagrada Familia towers together

The construction of the Sagrada Familia’s central towers marks the most complex structural challenge in the basilica’s history. It is also a novel and unexpected use of superglue. An advanced Loctite solution from Henkel has been instrumental in raising the dramatic...

Why don’t cancer medicines work the same for everyone?

By Susanna Ray - Cancer treatment has become more precise over time, as doctors first classified the disease by where it began in the body and, more recently, by the mutations found inside cancer cells to help find the right drugs to treat it. But why can two people...

Location data sharing raises privacy risks

Your mobile browsers could be sharing your location data. To understand the extent of location tracking in mobile browsers, cybersecurity firm Surfshark has analysed 15 popular applications and discovered that more than half of them gather location data. Four of them...

It’s official: ‘very strong’ El Nino now likely

NOAA’s National Weather Service has announced that El Nino has developed in the tropical Pacific, and issued an El Nino Advisory. El Nino, the warm phase of the El Nino Southern Oscillation (ENSO), is predicted to intensify to a moderate or strong level this fall....

Data breaches continue to hit SA users

Surfshark’s quarterly analysis of global data breaches shows that South Africa ranks as the 42nd most breached country in Q1 2026, with 212 700 leaked accounts. Globally, a total of 210.3 million accounts were breached, with the US ranking first and amounting to 29%...

Supply shock hits IT distribution

IT distribution across the Gulf has come under significant pressure, with geopolitical disruption and supply chain constraints driving a sharp decline in revenues, particularly in the UAE. Findings from Context’s latest ‘META report’ (Middle East Turkey and Africa)...

Acquiring and developing AI and digital talent is a top CFO challenge

Harnessing rapidly evolving AI technologies while keeping enterprises and their staff on track amidst a turbulent, high-change environment are the biggest chief financial officer (CFO) challenges in the next six months, according to Gartner. “CFOs are having to manage...

Cybersecurity skills shortages worsen supply chain risks

A shortage of qualified IT security workers is hampering efforts by global organisations to prioritise various security tasks that would mitigate the risk of supply chain and trusted relationship attacks. Both factors are cited by nearly half (42%) of the respondents...

Quantum tech drives better accuracy, security

Quantifying the smallest phenomena or enabling the securest of communications is possible with developments in quantum technologies. IDTechEx's portfolio of Quantum Technologies Research Reports and Subscriptions is home to the latest research into quantum sensors,...

SMEs urged to set realistic growth goals in a weaker economy

In last month’s State of the Nation Address (SONA), President Cyril Ramaphosa stated that South Africa is on the cusp of achieving rapid economic growth. While this would be a welcome development, this is a promise business owners have heard many times before. Despite...

Top change management trends in the age of AI

In 2026, more organisations will need to reshape work as they continue to invest heavily in AI, according to a December 2025 Gartner survey of 110 CHROs, which says that 78% agree that workflows and roles will need to change to get the most out of their AI...

Applications open for JWO Research Grant

The Jennifer Ward Oppenheimer (JWO) Research Grant opens its 2026 call for applications today (23 March 2026), inviting early-career African scientists to submit research proposals that advance biodiversity and conservation on the continent. The grant is open to...

Are we upholding Section 14 in the digital age 

As South Africa commemorates the 30th anniversary of the Constitution (21 March), we are celebrating a document that was designed to protect the inherent dignity of every citizen. In 1996, the threats to that dignity were largely physical. Today, however, our lives...

Hybrid working spurs part-timers to rejoin the workforce

With the current focus on driving economic growth, an International Workplace Group (IWG) report reveals the potential of hybrid work to boost productivity and bring more skilled labour into the workforce. IWG’s new data highlights that 44% of former part-time workers...

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HR can safeguard your organisation against FIC violations

In February 2023, South Africa was placed on the Financial Action Task Force’s (FATF) “grey list” after the global watchdog found shortcomings in how the country implemented anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CTF) standards. By Sameer...

Storage at the edge improves IIoT data analysis from IIot

The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is transforming how industries gather, interpret, and act on data. Machines and sensors are becoming increasingly smart and interconnected. By Christophe Vaissade, OEM sales director EMEA, embedded and cloud market at Sandisk...

The e-waste EPR is our economic and environmental future 

For decades, South Africa has grappled with a mounting challenge: an ever-growing mountain of electronic waste. While other nations have long had established systems to manage this complex waste stream, we have been playing catch-up. By Ashley du Plooy, CEO of ERA The...

Red Hat OpenShift AI achieves ISO 42001 AI certification

To CIOs and CISOs overseeing critical production systems, AI can seem chaotic: It’s a dynamic, constantly evolving ecosystem, where current certifications and standards may not apply the same way, if at all. But AI can’t be ignored, writes Vincent Danen,...

Mbongeni Ndlovu is new SAPICS GM

Supply chain industry body SAPICS has announced the appointment of Mbongeni Ndlovu as its GM. Ndolovu brings a deep passion for professional development and a well-established track record in education and training to the not-for-profit organisation. Based in Durban,...

How to access business information securely

A recent Kaspersky survey entitled “Cybersecurity in the workplace: Employee knowledge and behaviour”, showed that professionals surveyed in South Africa, use multiple devices for work: along with a computer, 44,8% of local respondents also use a mobile phone, and...

CMC Networks appoints Mahesh Jaishankar as MD

CMC Networks has appointed Mahesh Jaishankar as MD, tasked with leading the company’s strategy to drive growth in AI-powered connectivity, combined with on-the-ground expertise across Africa and the Middle East. Jaishankar succeeds Marisa Trisolino, who served as CEO...

Why SA businesses need AIOps-observability

According to CASA Software the demands of today’s digital economy augmented by the increasing complexity of modern application architectures have made the role of IT operations more challenging. Michael Brink, CTO CASA Software, notes AI and machine learning have...

Navigating AI, robotics and human skills in SA

Artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics are no longer abstract concepts in South Africa’s business community. They are here, changing how industries operate and reshaping workforce expectations. By Shiksha Benimadho, Accenture development partnerships and talent...

Systems Support Engineer – Managed service provider

The Systems Support Engineer is a key part of the company's service framework providing end to end management of tickets and service requests reported by the customer. The Systems Support Engineer is a key part of the company's service framework providing end to end...

Data Analyst (Contract)

Our client is seeking a highly experienced, technically versatile Data Analyst who combines deep analytical expertise with strong system design and development skills. This role is ideal for someone who is curious, self-driven, and comfortable operating across data...

Power BI Developer

My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for a Power BI Developer to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Skills & Experience Extensive, hands-on experience with Power BI (data modeling, DAX, dashboards, and report development)Proven ability...

Data Analyst (Contract) – Gauteng Kramerville

Our client is seeking a highly experienced, technically versatile Data Analyst who combines deep analytical expertise with strong system design and development skills. This role is ideal for someone who is curious, self-driven, and comfortable operating across data...

Power BI Developer – Western Cape Cape Town CBD

My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for a Power BI Developer to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Skills & Experience Extensive, hands-on experience with Power BI (data modeling, DAX, dashboards, and report development)Proven ability...

Intermediate .NET Developer – Cape Town (Contract)

ENVIRONMENT:A client based in Cape Town is seeking Intermediate .NET Developers to join their growing development team. You will be responsible for building, enhancing, and maintaining business-critical applications, working closely with cross-functional teams to...

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