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...
Impact of Hormuz shipping disruptions starting to bite
UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) has released a rapid analysis - Strait of Hormuz Disruptions – Implications for Global Trade and Development - examining the impact of the Middle East war between the US and Israel against Iran and the disruption to maritime traffic...
ISPA celebrates its 30th birthday at ZANOG@iWeek2026
This year marks ISPA’s 30 year anniversary since a group of competing ISPs united in a move that would ensure fair competition in the South African market. ISPA, its members and supporters have been working to liberalise the South African internet over the past three...
Unverified AI-generated data will push zero-trust data governance
By 2028, 50% of organisations will implement a zero-trust posture for data governance due to the proliferation of unverified AI-generated data, according to Gartner. “Organisations can no longer implicitly trust data or assume it was human generated,” says Wan Fui...
Kids face a mental health crisis and global knowledge gaps
A new child and youth mental health report sheds light on the scale of our global knowledge gaps on the correlation between childhood technology use and childhood mental health impacts. Over the past decade, mental health conditions in children and adolescents have...
IBM and the Recording Academy strike a chord
IBM, the official artificial intelligence (AI) & cloud partner of the Grammy Awards for nearly a decade, has announced the launch of a new fan engagement solution. By tapping into the power of agentic AI, GRAMMY® IQ built with IBM watsonx transforms the Recording...
Global investment growth resumes
Global foreign direct investment (FDI) increased by 14% in 2025 to an estimated $1,6-trillion, according to UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) in its the latest Global Investment Trends Monitor. More than $140-billion of the increase came from higher flows...
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...
SA young scientists heading to Taiwan
Two Eskom Expo for Young Scientists winners are set to represent South Africa at the prestigious Taiwan International Science Fair (TISF) with pioneering scientific research that reflects the innovation, scientific curiosity, and global competitiveness of the...
11 news species on the Red List
Eleven new species have been uplisted to the 2025 Regional Mammal Red List of Threatened Species, indicates their declining conservation status, while three mammal species have been downlisted due to improved status. The latest assessment of the status of mammals in...
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MTN SA achieves Cisco gold partner status
MTN South Africa has been awarded Cisco Gold Partner status, the highest level of certification offered by Cisco. “Attaining Cisco Gold Partner status is more than just a badge of honour, it’s a validation of the years we’ve invested in training, systems, and service...
Sungrow powers region’s largest renewable energy project
Sungrow is playing a pivotal role in sub-Saharan Africa’s largest renewable energy project, in partnership with construction group WBHO. Located in Welkom, Free State Province, this landmark initiative comprises two groundbreaking solar PV wheeling projects totalling...
Vouchers offer underserved users better access to the online economy
To pay for services and goods online, you need something many South Africans take for granted: a bank card. Yet millions of people who prefer to use cash to pay or don’t have bank accounts remain locked out of basic online services such as buying WiFi or topping up an...
How e-waste is powering the circular economy
Africa is experiencing a digital revolution. But while more people gain access to devices that improve lives, there’s a growing downside: electronic waste. More than 2,9-million tonnes of e-waste is generated annually across the continent, yet less than 5% is formally...
Failure to spot financial crime red flags costs businesses billions
Despite efforts to improve compliance, South African businesses remain highly vulnerable to financial crime - with an estimated R182-billion lost annually to money laundering and related illicit activity. This is according to Global Financial Integrity, a US-based...
Print innovation: the often-overlooked driver of business competitiveness
In an era where digital transformation dominates boardroom discussions, print and document technology rarely makes the headlines. Yet, it remains one of the most quietly effective tools in helping businesses enhance productivity, improve security, and adapt to the...
The importance of DEI initiatives in an African context
Africa is often described as a great melting pot – and with good reason. This vast continent holds a rich tapestry of cultures, languages, and ethnicities. By Lizelle Strydom, MD of CareerBox Africa However, across the continent historical, political, and economic...
The road to responsible AI is paved with data efficiency
Discussions surrounding the responsible adoption of AI are increasingly taking centre stage in boardrooms across Africa. A significant number of CEOs are grappling with the ethical complexities inherent in implementing this powerful technology. One pressing issue...
Data centres and the need to protect against unpredictable disruptions
In today's data centre environment, outages – whether related to power, water or fibre optics – are a daily reality. However, it is not just about responding to these events; it is about being prepared and capable when they occur. By Jacques De Jager, chief operations...
What does a good cyber security incident response plan look like?
It doesn't matter how large your organisation is, you are at risk. Sooner or later cyber criminals will try to attack you. It’s not a matter of whether your organisation will face a security incident, but rather when. That's why a robust incident response plan is...
Senior Software Engineer at The Foschini Group
JOB DESCRIPTION Customer, Platforms and Insights TFG's mission is to be the leading fashion lifestyle retailer in Africa whilst growing its international footprint by providing innovative products, creative customer experiences and by leveraging its portfolio of...
Applications Engineer
We're seeking a Senior Applications Engineer who thrives at the intersection of technology and customer success. In this pivotal role, you'll leverage your expertise to design, implement, and optimize cutting-edge solutions that empower our clients in Cape Town to...
Senior Software Engineer at The Foschini Group – Western Cape Cape Town
JOB DESCRIPTION Customer, Platforms and Insights TFG's mission is to be the leading fashion lifestyle retailer in Africa whilst growing its international footprint by providing innovative products, creative customer experiences and by leveraging its portfolio of...
Applications Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town Region
We're seeking a Senior Applications Engineer who thrives at the intersection of technology and customer success. In this pivotal role, you'll leverage your expertise to design, implement, and optimize cutting-edge solutions that empower our clients in Cape Town to...
Full Stack Developer (Blazor – .NET – C#)
We are seeking an experienced Full Stack Developer with expert-level front-end experience using Blazor to contribute to the design, development, and enhancement of modern, scalable applications. The role focuses on building rich user interfaces using Microsoft...
CRM Developer at GEMS
IntroductionInternal Advert - CRM DeveloperThe position of CRM Developer is vacant. The CRM Developer role will report directly to the Senior Manager: Application Development and forms part of the ICT Division. The position is a permanent position and will be based at...
Full Stack Developer (Blazor – .NET – C#) – Western Cape Cape Town Region
We are seeking an experienced Full Stack Developer with expert-level front-end experience using Blazor to contribute to the design, development, and enhancement of modern, scalable applications. The role focuses on building rich user interfaces using Microsoft...
CRM Developer at GEMS – Gauteng Pretoria
IntroductionInternal Advert - CRM DeveloperThe position of CRM Developer is vacant. The CRM Developer role will report directly to the Senior Manager: Application Development and forms part of the ICT Division. The position is a permanent position and will be based at...
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Intermediate BI Developer (PowerBI / DAX)
Designing, developing, and maintaining business intelligence solutions that provide insight into business performance. Collaborating with business stakeholders to identify and clarify their data analysis needs and reporting requirements. Designing and developing the...
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