Disruption, technology drive consumer behaviour
Kathy Gibson reports - The 2020s have generally been an uneasy decade, with disruption coming from many directions - and this is affecting how consumers feel about the brands they buy. Nick Coates, regional CEO of Ipsos Sub-Saharan Africa, points to a several macro...
Notorious cybercriminals target execs using AI-driven tools
Kaspersky’s Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) has revealed the latest BlueNoroff APT activity through two highly targeted malicious campaigns – “‘GhostCall” and “GhostHire” – targeting Web3 and cryptocurrency organisations across India, Turkiye, Australia, and...
iPhone launch ignites scam campaigns
As Apple opened preorders for the new iPhone, Kaspersky detected a spike in scam exploiting the device's launch hype, with fraudsters deploying fake websites, bogus lotteries, and phony “tester” recruitment schemes to harvest personal data and financial information....
People want political change, but doubt it can happen
People in various regions across the globe are unhappy with their political systems and elected officials, according to a new Pew Research Centre survey. Majorities in 20 of the 25 countries surveyed say their political system needs either major changes or complete...
Political interference is collapsing state-owned companies
With economists warning that South Africa is on the brink of an economic crisis, new research has backed this up stating that state-owned companies (SOCs) are “on a direct path to collapse” unless urgent reforms end political interference, hold shareholder...
Uncertified imports undermine SA’s electrical sector
Recent raids by the South African Police Service’s Anti-Counterfeit and Illicit Trade Unit and the National Regulator for Compulsory Specifications (NRCS) uncovered thousands of rands worth of non-compliant electrical goods. But this represents only a fraction of the...
Overpricing costs SA homeowners time and money
South African homeowners risk losing both time and value when they overprice their properties, according to the newly released MyProperty Sentiment Index 2025. The report, based on feedback from over 200 estate agents, reveals that over 75% of homes end up selling...
Hackathon aims for African AI sovereignty
The Cortex Hub has announced the launch of the MCP Hackathon Africa 2025, a continent-wide initiative designed to embed African languages, culture, and priorities into the next generation of Artificial Intelligence. Running across more than 40 cities from September to...
A ‘risk reflex’ key to handling unpredictable scenarios
To thrive in today’s rapidly evolving risk environment, risk, audit and compliance leaders must develop "reflexive risk ownership” - a future state where business leaders instinctively and automatically recognize, respond to, and manage risks, according to Gartner....
SA’s banks still resilient and growing
The first half of 2025 was a period of strategic navigation for South Africa's major banks. Operating against a backdrop of mixed global growth, persistent geopolitical tensions, major trade uncertainties and gradual shifts in monetary policy, the major banks results...
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Africa’s energy should balance fossil fuels and renewables
There’s a promising future for African renewables as the continent strives to balance its current reliance on fossil fuels, writes NJ Ayuk, executive chairman of the African Energy Chamber. That’s the prediction of the African Energy Chamber’s 2025 Outlook Report on...
SA’s e-commerce on track for 1bn transactions in 2025
E-commerce has become an everyday necessity for South Africans, writes Jonathan De Matteis, head of sales at Pay@. Initially, only a niche audience was willing to see past some of the technology’s growing pains, such as purchases being limited to card transactions and...
Investing in human capital management pays off
A company’s growth and success are inextricably linked to its employees. They are the heartbeat of any organisation – driving innovation, productivity and prosperity. It’s no wonder therefore, that many businesses view their workforce as “human capital” – an...
A comprehensive guide to HMI and OT protection
In the realm of industrial cybersecurity, understanding potential attack vectors is vital for developing robust defence strategies. By Andre Froneman, OT solutions specialist at Datacentrix Human machine interfaces (HMIs) in industrial environments are critical for...
Key fintech trends point to a bright future in Africa
The number of tech startups in Africa has been rising steadily over the last few years, fuelled by increasing smartphone ownership, declining internet costs, expanded network coverage, and a rapidly urbanising young population. By Mili Soni, knowledge lawyer at...
How AI will transform trading in 2025
AI adoption is set to surge in 2025, bringing major advancements in accuracy, automation, and capability. According to PwC findings, these improvements will build upon each other, driving exponential growth across industries. The financial sector one of the top three...
Data privacy, AI threats, supply chains under threat in the SMB landscape
South Africa’s small and medium businesses (SMBs) will continue to grapple with cybersecurity challenges throughout 2025. Tougher enforcement of data privacy laws and the rise of new artificial intelligence (AI) related threats are among the issues that will dominate...
Advanced regulatory technology crucial for SA’s fight against financial crime
Advanced technology solutions are playing a crucial role in strengthening South Africa’s fight against financial crime. Real-time data access, enhanced screening and alerting systems, and artificial intelligence-driven AML tools are enabling financial institutions to...
A business approach to cloud optimisation beyond IT
Businesses are still struggling with cost overruns and inefficiencies that stem from treating cloud purely as an IT function. Cloud optimisation is as much about financial governance and operational efficiency as it is about technology, says Dirk Ras, architect in...
Key trends shaping the future of digital transformation
As businesses continue to embrace digital transformation, cloud technologies provide the flexibility, scalability, and innovation needed to stay competitive in today's fast-paced market. By Garith Peck, managing executive: cloud and cybersecurity at BCX For the...
Network Engineer (Level 2) – Gauteng Roodepoort
Level 2 Network Engineer with a background in managed services, skilled in integrating and problem-solving in Windows Server, Microsoft 365, Cisco Internetworking, VPNs, and firewalls.This is a full-time, office-based position (not hybrid). Working hours are 10:30 AM...
Snr IT Technician – Western Cape Stellenbosch
Description/Synopsis: A leader in the financial services sector is looking for a Snr IT Technician to join their team. The role will oversee the management of IT infrastructure, systems security, and user support across the business. The successful candidate will...
Intermediate C# Developer with Kafka experience
Design, develop, and maintain C#/.NET Core microservices.Implement containerisation best practices (Docker images, deployment pipelines).Deploy and manage applications on Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) or on-premise Kubernetes clusters.Collaborate with DevOps teams to...
Snr IT Technician
Description/Synopsis: A leader in the financial services sector is looking for a Snr IT Technician to join their team. The role will oversee the management of IT infrastructure, systems security, and user support across the business. The successful candidate will...
Intermediate C# Developer with Kafka experience – Gauteng Pretoria
Design, develop, and maintain C#/.NET Core microservices.Implement containerisation best practices (Docker images, deployment pipelines).Deploy and manage applications on Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) or on-premise Kubernetes clusters.Collaborate with DevOps teams to...
Snr IT Technician – Western Cape Cape Town
Description/Synopsis: A leader in the financial services sector is looking for a Snr IT Technician to join their team. The role will oversee the management of IT infrastructure, systems security, and user support across the business. The successful candidate will...
Infrastructure Architect
Infrastructure Architecture & PlanningDefine and maintain target-state infrastructure across data centers, cloud, and edge.Lead modernization initiatives (virtualization, hyperconverged systems, containerization).Create blueprints for compute, storage, backup,...
Assistant Technician at TFG (The Foschini Group)
Assist the Technician to maintain all the mechanical and electrical equipment in and aroundthe Distribution Centre (DC) through preventative and corrective maintenance. Assets includefork trucks, conveyors, PLCs, RF scanners, printers, compressors, dock levellers,...
Infrastructure Architect – Gauteng Braamfontein
Infrastructure Architecture & PlanningDefine and maintain target-state infrastructure across data centers, cloud, and edge.Lead modernization initiatives (virtualization, hyperconverged systems, containerization).Create blueprints for compute, storage, backup,...
Assistant Technician at TFG (The Foschini Group) – Gauteng Kempton Park
Assist the Technician to maintain all the mechanical and electrical equipment in and aroundthe Distribution Centre (DC) through preventative and corrective maintenance. Assets includefork trucks, conveyors, PLCs, RF scanners, printers, compressors, dock levellers,...
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