AI is driving more breaches, at an average cost of $6m

One in four malicious breaches were AI-enabled – a 56% increase over last year – and these breaches cost an average of $6-million, roughly $1-million more than the global breach average of $4,99-million. This is among the findings from IBM's 2026 Cost of a Data Breach...

AI automation is having an impact on entry-level hiring

Nearly a quarter (22%) of CHROs report that at least one business leader in their organisation has stopped hiring for entry-level roles due to AI automation, according to Gartner. The 4Q25 Gartner survey of 110 heads of HR also found that 95% of organisations have...

Africa’s young people want jobs, clean government

Africa’s young people are more optimistic about the future of their countries, economies and the continent than at any point since the pandemic - but they are demanding jobs, cleaner government, safer communities, a stronger political voice and a model of democracy...

Even without data centres, Africa faces water bankruptcy

A new United Nations (UN) report says the world has moved past a water crisis into water bankruptcy – and Africa’s utility numbers already show what that looks like.

AI generates fear – but CEOs are doing it anyway

A new survey has uncovered a paradox among CEOs: while four in five recognise AI’s potential benefits and plan to integrate it into their operations, many fear it. A massive 74% of respondents are worried that gaps in their knowledge will hinder decisions in the...

Legal sector urged to focus on AI

According to the International Bar Association's (IBA) Future of Legal Services Commission (FLSC), artificial intelligence (AI) is a crucial topic that the legal profession needs to focus on more in the short-term. However, research undertaken by the FLSC reveals that...

Sustainathon SA tackles water, sanitation issues

TCS has launched the second edition of TCS Sustainathon South Africa, with partners Geekulcha, UbuhleBakhe Water, and SkillsLAB under the theme "Sustainable Water and Sanitation Management". TCS Sustainathon is a global challenge that aims to inspire the youth to...

BETI loses momentum in July

After a stronger performance in June, the monthly BankservAfrica Economic Transactions Index (BETI) slipped somewhat in July 2023, mirroring the less-than-positive economic indicators that emerged during the month. “The BETI fell to an index level of 133.0 in July...

Generative AI looks set for meteoric growth

Generative artificial intelligence will see explosive growth over the next several years, driven by ongoing research and development coupled with increasing commercial applications across all sectors. Generative AI revenue is forecast to increase at a compound annual...

State-sponsored cybergroups actively target SA government

Cybersecurity company Trellix has revealed that government organisations remain the primary targets for threat actors looking to infiltrate South African IT systems,. According to the organisation's latest threat report, presented at the Trellix Cyberthreat...

Half of top malicious email subjects are HR-related

Phishing emails continue to be one of the most common methods to effectively perpetuate malicious attacks on organisations around the globe. Cybercriminals are constantly refining their strategies to stay up-to-date with market trends and outsmart end users and...

This is July’s most wanted malware

Check Point Software Technologies has published its Global Threat Index for July 2023. Researchers found that Remcos moved to third place after threat actors created fake websites last month to spread malicious downloaders carrying the RAT. Meanwhile, mobile banking...

Vodacom, Maziv move on to Competition Tribunal

The Competition Commission has recommended that the Competition Tribunal prohibit Vodacom's proposed purchase of a 30% stake in Maziv. This follows the agreement, in November 2021, for Vodacom to acquire a co-controlling interest in all of the material assets owned by...

WhatsApp platform gives youth a safe place to talk

The Department of Health in collaboration with Reach Digital Health and Elton John AIDS Foundation have launched the Young Africa Live (YAL) Smart bot, a WhatsApp platform designed to help young people to tackle the complex questions that arise during adolescence...

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New OfficeJet Pro 7720 debuts

HP's next generation wide-format, all-in-one printer, the OfficeJet Pro 7720 is now available to the channel from official HP distributor, Drive Control Corporation (DCC). Optimised for SOHO and SMBs environments, the OfficeJet Pro 7720 offers a seamless experience...

Three-wave strategy delivers Lenovo growth

Lenovo has announced results for its third fiscal quarter ended 31 December 2017. Revenue was $12,9-billion, a 6.3 percent increase year-over-year, and 10 percent increase over the second fiscal quarter of FY2017/18. Lenovo continued to enjoy significant revenue gains...

Adding threat intelligence to the security mix

Today’s threat landscape is so complex and fast-paced, it is impossible to prevent every threat or attack. The criminal organisations behind cybercrime are well-funded, and have the technical skills to stay ahead of mitigation tools and techniques. They target...

Wintec appointed as Spot distributor

Wintec Solutions has been appointed as Spot distributor for sub-Saharan Africa. Established in 2008,Wintec has a strong portfolio of high involvement, technical brands, with a focus on the outdoor industry. Spot is an award-winning line of tracking products that allow...

CA Veracode leads in static application security testing

Veracode, a leader in securing the world's software recently acquired by CA Technologies, has been named a Leader in The Forrester Wave: Static Application Security Testing, Q4 2017 report by Forrester Research. The report is based on the detailed evaluation of the 10...

IDC CIO Summit unpacks digital revolution

The digital revolution continues to gather pace and traditional business models are undergoing unprecedented levels of disruption. This has led to a wave of digital transformation initiatives across the African region. According to Andries Lombaard, country manager of...

MyCybercare offers personal data monitoring

MyCybercare has partnered with the Eyeonid Group AB to further protect its customers from cyber threats. MyCybercare, a specialist insurance provider underwritten by Genric Insurance, protects individuals and businesses from loss of funds as a result of online...

Inspection, maintenance benefits with drones

In facilities management, inspecting large institutional, engineering, manufacturing, mining and commercial facilities and assets can be a challenging, dangerous, and dirty job, writes Jane Thomson, MD of Softworx, Infor's Master Partner in Africa. Ensuring that...

Premium products at LG Innofest 2018

LG Electronics has unveiled a line-up of premium products for the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region at the company's annual two-day innovation event, InnoFest 2018 in Cape Townn. Attracting over 300 retailers, partners and customers from across the Middle East &...

Predictive protection from Sophos

Sophos has announced the availability of Intercept X with malware detection powered by advanced deep learning neural networks. Combined with new active-hacker mitigation, advanced application lockdown, and enhanced ransomware protection, this latest release of the...

Full-Stack Developer (C#)

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Desktop Support (Temp)

Provide technical support, troubleshoot, and resolve desktop system and hardware issues to ensure smooth operations in a managed services environment. ** Please note this is an office-based (not hybrid) position for an international company with set working hours...

Project Manager (Qualified)

Individuals with post graduate experience, experience in housing developments and project management especially in the civil and building environment will qualify for the role.Responsibilities Include the following: Candidates will need good knowledge of and...

Full-Stack Developer (C#) – Gauteng Rosebank

6 month contract that will be renewed. Responsible for the complete and effective architecting, designing, building, and maintaining both the front-end (client-side) and back-end (server-side) components of the software application to support the business in the micro...

Desktop Support (Temp) – Gauteng Ruimsig

Provide technical support, troubleshoot, and resolve desktop system and hardware issues to ensure smooth operations in a managed services environment. ** Please note this is an office-based (not hybrid) position for an international company with set working hours...

Project Manager (Qualified) – Gauteng Pretoria

Individuals with post graduate experience, experience in housing developments and project management especially in the civil and building environment will qualify for the role.Responsibilities Include the following: Candidates will need good knowledge of and...

Business Analyst

Responsibilities:Develop business requirement specifications through well facilitated discussions and interviews with relevant stakeholders.Document existing business processes and develop and document new business processes.Develop functional and technical...

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SNR Software DeveloperOur client is hiring!Location: George, Garden Route5 plus years' experience needed. Why consider this opportunity? Beautiful Location: Live and work in the heart of the Garden Route, surrounded by stunning landscapes.Purpose-Driven: Join a...

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Responsible for managing the entire software development life-cycle from concept design through to implementation and application maintenance. You would oversee the design and implementation of websites, programs, and applications that execute within Microsoft's . NET...

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