Defences improve, but ransomware still threatens SA businesses

Almost two-thirds (63%) of ransomware incidents in South Africa resulted in data being encrypted over the past year, according to the new State of Ransomware in South Africa 2026 report from Sophos. This is above the global average of 56% and an increase from the 60%...

20 years on and gender gap parity is fracturing

Twenty years after the World Economic Forum first measured the global gender gap, the world is closer to parity than ever, but progress is fragile, with gains reversing in some areas, according to the Global Gender Gap Report 2026. Women now reach senior leadership in...

Unemployed are least likely to prioritise betting spending-limit tools

The online betting group most likely to prioritise debt repayment with a windfall is also the group least likely to ask regulators or operators for spending controls, according to new research from Softswiss. Fewer than four in 10 unemployed South Africans think...

AI-first enterprises will win big if they do it right

Kathy Gibson reports - Enterprises that are reshaping and reinventing business domains around artificial intelligence (AI) are on track to experience great return on investment (ROI) and become more competitive. But there is a currently a big disconnect between AI...

Roman telescope aims to travel 1m miles into space

This month could see the launch a new space telescope that aims to travel 1-million miles and record billions of galaxies. The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope could launch from the Kennedy Space Station as early as 30 August aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy. The Roman...

NAPAfrica, ZANOG enhance community-driven interconnection in Cape Town

Cape Town’s emergence as a critical digital gateway for Africa continues to gain momentum, driven by growing interconnection demand and ongoing infrastructure investment. The recent expansion of the Cape Town Internet Exchange (CINX), operated by the Internet Exchange...

SA booking platform compromised

Customers of a South African hospitality company may have been compromised, and could become phishing victims. Cybernews researchers have uncovered an exposed server belonging to a threat actor containing documentation of attacks against accommodation-sector...

‘A defining opportunity for Africa to leapfrog into the AI era’

The transition from legacy 2G/3G networks to 4G and 5G will act as critical infrastructure for Africa's participation in the AI economy, according to the latest Ericsson Mobility Report: Sub-Saharan Africa, which says AI and uplink-heavy applications are set to...

Consumer confidence nosedives on higher fuel prices

The latest FNB/BER Consumer Confidence Index (CCI) reading is the lowest since the first quarter of 2025 (-20) when the Finance Minister tabled his (aborted) proposal to hike VAT by two percentage points in the February 2025 budget speech. This time around, it is the...

Overestimating GenAI will see mainframe exit projects fail

More than 70% of mainframe exit projects initiated in 2026 will fail to produce the intended benefits due to an overestimation of generative AI (GenAI) tooling capabilities, according to Gartner. “There is a widening gap between the marketing promise of GenAI and its...

National sovereignty now hinges on digital sovereignty

As geopolitical tensions mount and AI re-shapes the digital landscape, governments worldwide face an urgent new reality: true national sovereignty now depends as much on controlling digital infrastructure as it does on physical borders, according toGlobalData. The...

Master Power Technologies opens R50m Customer Experience Centre

Master Power Technologies (MPT) has opened its high-tech Customer Experience Centre, housed at its new regional headquarters in Midrand. Founded in 1999 by electrical engineer Menno Parsons, MPT has grown from its origins as a uninterruptible power supply (UPS)...

Enterprise storage shakes off its slump

The worldwide external OEM enterprise storage systems (ESS) market delivered a sharp acceleration in the first quarter of 2026, reaching $9,2-billion in vendor revenue - a 22,7% year-over-year increase, according to IDC’s Worldwide Quarterly Enterprise Storage Systems...

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Digital rethink needed as fast-fashion tech floods the market

As global organisations race toward 2026, Specno is issuing a clear warning: businesses that do not rethink how they build digital products will be left behind in what leaders are calling the fast-fashion era of tech. With AI now enabling rapid development at...

Trends set to shape 2026 employment and remuneration

At the South African Reward Association (SARA) annual conference, exco member Dr Mark Bussin presented 12 interesting trends he expects will emerge in the 2026 workplace. “These macro trends will impact rewards across organisations next year,” says Bussin.   Trend 1:...

Liquid cooling in data centres a turning point for Africa

As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes more deeply embedded in how organisations operate, the infrastructure behind these digital tools is undergoing a profound shift. Data centre capacity to power AI processes must increase, and rapidly, by expanding and upgrading...

The price we’re paying for public sector failure

How much does South Africa really lose, year after year, because our public sector is not professionalised? It’s a question that stirs the emotions of taxpayers, businesses, and ordinary citizens. By Msizi Gwala CA(SA), lead: public sector thought leadership at SAICA...

Why human error is our biggest cyber threat

Cyber-attacks are getting smarter, faster and more personal, and even the best security technology can’t stop them if people keep clicking on the wrong links. Craig Freer, director of managed services provider Qwerti, says businesses are fighting a new kind of battle,...

SA’s silent APP fraud time bomb

We made payments fast. Fraudsters said thank you. By Tim Chadwick, CEO of Chadwicks South Africa is racing into real time payments, PayShap IDs, instant EFTs, money that leaves in seconds. That is good for cash flow and great for crooks. The hottest scam in the world...

Why listening is an underrated business strategy

Leadership is often equated with authority and volume. By Leonie Stanley, operations director at Euphoria Telecom Early in my career, I thought being the loudest voice in the room created the greatest influence. Experience has taught me otherwise. Real impact comes...

The ultimate guide to starting a new job

There are few life experiences quite as exciting and nerve-wracking as starting a new job. By Nolundi Matomane, talent acquisition manager at Pnet Whether you have just landed your first job ever or whether you are an experienced professional taking on your next big...

Legacy infrastructure is killing your bottom line

Businesses are losing millions every year by clinging to outdated infrastructure. By Kurt Goodall, technical director of Troye technical director What many CIOs still treat as ‘stable legacy systems’ have quietly become the single biggest threat to competitiveness....

Business Analyst at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Sandton

Business Analyst Role PurposeBridge the gap between business needs and technology solutions by analysing data, processes and systems to identify areas for improvement and drive organisational change. Translating business requirements and specifications into effective...

Data Engineer (Python, PySpark, Azure/AWS) (CPT)

ENVIRONMENT:PLAY a key role in delivering trusted data products that enable investment, operational, and client-facing decision-making across an innovative Investment Management firm seeking a skilled, curious, and passionate Data Engineer. You will help drive the...

Agile Master at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Are you passionate about Agile, Business Analysis, and driving high-performing teams? Do you enjoy turning complex business requirements into practical solutions while working with global stakeholders? If so, this could be your next exciting challenge!We're looking...

Agile Master at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Pretoria

Are you passionate about Agile, Business Analysis, and driving high-performing teams? Do you enjoy turning complex business requirements into practical solutions while working with global stakeholders? If so, this could be your next exciting challenge!We're looking...

C/C++ Software Engineer (Centurion)

ENVIRONMENT:MITIGATE risk on projects as your embedded developer skillset is sought to be the next C/C-++ Software Engineer wanted by a leading provider of Electronic Systems to join its team. This role will be primarily focused on the taking products through the RTCA...

Data Scientist at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

This is a compelling opportunity to join a market leader where you will work at the intersection of data, machine learning, and business impact, using advanced analytics to drive strategic decision-making, enhance performance, and contribute to the future of financial...

C/C++ Software Engineer (Centurion) – Gauteng Centurion

ENVIRONMENT:MITIGATE risk on projects as your embedded developer skillset is sought to be the next C/C-++ Software Engineer wanted by a leading provider of Electronic Systems to join its team. This role will be primarily focused on the taking products through the RTCA...

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