Research shows that humans and honeyguides speak in local dialects

Researchers from the University of Cape Town (UCT), working with international collaborators, have shown that people in northern Mozambique use regionally distinct “dialects” when communicating with honeyguide birds, revealing a striking parallel to the way human...

Windows 11 upgrades pushed global PC shipment growth over 9% in 2025

Worldwide PC shipments totaled 71,5-million units in the fourth quarter of 2025, a 9,3% increase from the fourth quarter of 2024, according to preliminary results by Gartner. For the full year, worldwide PC shipments totaled more than 270-million units, a 9,1%...

They don’t know how, but execs believe AI will drive business growth

New research from the IBM Institute for Business Value reveals that nearly eight in 10 (79%) surveyed executives expect AI will significantly contribute to their revenue by 2030 – up from 40% today. But few (24%) have a clear view of where that revenue will come from....

Cedarberg reveals tiny ecosystem that helped kick-start life

An international team of scientists from South Africa, Canada, France and the UK has uncovered fossil evidence of a tiny ecosystem that helped kick-start the recovery of Earth’s oceans after a global mass extinction. The team, led by Dr Claire Browning, an Honorary...

Updated global treaty to optimise radio spectrum management

The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) has released an updated version of the Radio Regulations, the international treaty governing the global use of radio-frequency spectrum and satellite orbits. Entering into force on 1 January 2025, the 2024 edition of the...

Supply chain under siege

Supply chain cyberattacks have become a huge concern for companies and organisations in recent years due to their potential to cause widespread disruption. And although these malicious attacks have significantly dropped since 2019, they still affect hundreds of...

Can AI testing be halted?

The open letter calling for a moratorium on artificial intelligence (AI) testing hasn't been thought through, according to some. The letter, published by Future of Life Institute and signed by several industry heavyweights, asks that all research and projects beyond...

Foldable phones only bright spot in declining smartphone market

International Data Corporation (IDC) expects worldwide shipments of foldable phones, including flip and fold form factors, to reach 21,4-million units in 2023 - an increase of more than 50% over the 14,2-million units shipped in 2022. An updated IDC forecast projects...

Agile retailers the winners as Easter sales growth slows

South African retailers are forecast to ring up additional retail sales value of R908-million for the 2023 Easter season - down from the R923-million in extra sales they generated over the same period in 2022. However, forecasts also reveal strong revenue generation...

C-suite execs unfamiliar with basic cybersecurity terms

Many business executives prefer not to admit a lack of understanding when discussing cybersecurity issues, according to a recent Kaspersky study, which also revealed that up to a third of top managers in South Africa are unfamiliar with such terms as DDoS, botnets, or...

The e-mobility innovators unlocking access to the motorcycle market

Electric motorcycles are set to be a dominant force in sub-Saharan Africa's sustainable mobility transformation, but continued investment in start-ups tackling barriers across the value chain will be critical to maximise the full potential. This is according to a...

New CEO for Seacom

Alpheus Mangale has been appointed at group CEO of Seacom, effective 1 April 2023. Mangale has more than 25 years' experience across the enterprise, telecoms, financial services and technology markets across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. He will work alongside...

How African CEOs are navigating workplace challenges

The African continent is a hub of economic activity with a growing business sector that is increasingly becoming globally competitive, according to PwC Africa's newly-released Africa Business Agenda: Workforce Perspective 2023. When it comes to the continent's growing...

New supply chain attack hits phone app

A new supply chain attack, possibly by a nation-state threat actor, is targeting the 3CX desktop application. Mat Gangwe, vice-president: managed threat response, at Sophos, explains that 3CX is a widely used, legitimate business phone system used worldwide. "The...

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Pinnacle wins Bitdefender distribution

Pinnacle has been appointed an official distributor for global cyber security technology company Bitdefender. The company will be responsible for the distribution of Bitdefender's range of consumer products into Botswana, Namibia, Lesotho, Swaziland, Zimbabwe and...

9TH BIT introduces XebiaLabs DevOps KPI

South African specialists in implementing SOA solutions and middleware integration and products, 9TH BIT Consulting has announced the availability of an industry first from XebiaLabs. XL Impact, a new software as a service (SaaS) offering, is the first goal-based...

Hyland to acquire OneContent business

Hyland has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the OneContent business from Allscripts, a provider of healthcare information technology solutions. The deal is expected to close in the second quarter, once customary closing conditions are satisfied. Upon...

Epson debuts new EcoTank ITS printers

Epson's next generation of EcoTank ITS printers offer an updated, more compact design and improved user-operating experience. New to the EcoTank ITS stable, the Epson L4150, L4160, L6160, L6170, and L6190 models feature large ink tanks that are more accessible and...

Digital-compatible TVs from LG

LG Electronics South Africa (LG) has announced its entire TV range selection is fully digital-ready, enabling consumers to migrate from the current analogue format to a digital signal, which means they will not require a set-up box to view free to air channels in...

What to look for in an SD-WAN provider

Software defined wide area networks (SD-WANs) are accelerating in the market. "Businesses are recognising the tangible benefits SD-WANs offer -- from cost to speed to ease of control and agility. An issue businesses are however still grappling with is how to evaluate...

UCT comments on new wage bill

The Department of Labour is considering one of the biggest changes to South Africa's labour laws since 1995 by, amongst other things, introducing a National Minimum Wage (NMW). The NMW Bill will set a wage of at least R20 for workers across all sectors of the economy...

The future of self-driving cars

The introduction of self-driving cars looks set to change the way people commute in the very near future. Although some motorists might be feeling trepidation about the prospect of handing over control to a fully automated machine, many around the world are excited...

12 graduates from Cell C Girl Child Bursary Fund

The Cell C Girl Child Bursary Fund, a financial resource that invests in the tertiary education of disadvantaged young women, has produced 12 female graduates over the past two years and every one of them is now successfully employed. The young women have qualified in...

Cloud offers security, efficiency, regulatory compliance

Data breaches that result in confidential data being compromised, whether it is just released to the general public or used for more malicious purposes, have become almost a daily occurrence, making cybersecurity a non-negotiable for organisations. This includes both...

Full Stack Java Developer – Gauteng Midrand

Join a Leading Automotive Giant as a Fullstack Java Developer! Drive innovation with cutting-edge tech, crafting seamless solutions from front to back. Accelerate your career with us-where your code meets the road !!???? ESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS: Java...

Senior OpenText / SharePoint Migration Specialist

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior OpenText to SharePoint Migration Specialist to manage the migration of content and processes from OpenText to Microsoft SharePoint. This senior role requires deep technical expertise and strategic oversight to...

Senior Flutter Developer LW

Key Responsibilities:Develop and deploy robust applications across multiple platforms (Web, Android) using a single codebase. Write clear, maintainable code primarily in Dart, with some work in Java/Kotlin and C#. Collaborate with team members to share feedback and...

Java Software Engineer

Our client seeks an experienced Java Software Engineer to join their team on a hybrid model, working from both home and the Pretoria office. Key Requirements A bachelor's degree in IT, Engineering, or related fields.Minimum 6 years' experience as a software engineer...

Senior Flutter Developer LW – Gauteng Pretoria

Key Responsibilities:Develop and deploy robust applications across multiple platforms (Web, Android) using a single codebase. Write clear, maintainable code primarily in Dart, with some work in Java/Kotlin and C#. Collaborate with team members to share feedback and...

Java Software Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Our client seeks an experienced Java Software Engineer to join their team on a hybrid model, working from both home and the Pretoria office. Key Requirements A bachelor's degree in IT, Engineering, or related fields.Minimum 6 years' experience as a software engineer...

Project Manager IT

Desired Skills: Process changes New technology Functionality improvement Policy changes Desired Work Experience: 5 to 10 years Desired Qualification Level: Degree About The Employer: IT Infrastructure Management The service provider will be required to provide both...

CI/CD Developer

Are you the kind of developer who loves making things faster, smoother, and smarter? We're looking for a CI/CD Developer to orchestrate our build and deploy processes with finesse. If you can turn chaos into streamlined efficiency, apply now and let's keep the code...

Intermediate Full Stack Software Developer

Intermediate Full Stack Software DeveloperMinimum Requirements:At least 3 years of relevant experienceFrameworks and LanguagesNestJsTypeScriptJavaScriptNode JSDatabaseFireBaseMySQLCloud SQLMongoDBPostgreSQLToolsGitResponsibilities: Develop and Maintain Software...

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