Climate change is redrawing the malaria map in Africa

Malaria is the deadliest climate-sensitive infectious disease. Yet, researchers and public health officials have debated how climate change has shaped its spread. A new Nature study by an international team, including the University of Cape Town (UCT), resolved this...

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...

DFA invests close to R1bn to upgrade network

DFA has invested over R800-million to upgrade and future-proof its national fibre network to address the growing demand for reliable, high-speed internet. DFA is part of the Maziv group, and DFA’s national network delivers connectivity and backhaul for mobile...

DeepSeek set to drive changes in AI and energy

It’s not just tech stocks that have been impacted by the popularity of the new DeepSeek AI model, energy stocks are tumbling because the new tool requires a fraction of the computing power of competitors. But Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group says this isn’t a sign of...

European IoT spending to approach $227bn in 2023

European organisations are expected to spend around $227-billion on Internet of Things (IoT) technology in 2023, according to the Worldwide Internet of Things Spending Guide published by International Data Corporation (IDC). IoT-related spending is expected to...

LockBit expands its reach, targets macOS

LockBit, one of the world's most prolific ransomware groups, has upgraded its operations with enhanced multiplatform functionality, according to cybersecurity experts at Kaspersky. LockBit gained notoriety for its relentless targeting of businesses globally, leaving a...

Innovation, entrepreneurship, global co-operation key to spur growth

The world faces low growth, high costs of living, increasing geopolitical fragmentation, widening inequality and the growing effects of the climate and nature crises, as well as the continuing repercussions of the pandemic on industry, society and trust. These...

BMW to spend R4,2bn on Rosslyn Plant electrification

BMW Group South Africa has announced a R4,2-billion investment in the electrification of its Rosslyn Plant. From 2024, BMW Group Plant Rosslyn will produce the BMW X3 as a plug-in hybrid to export it to the world. With this investment in electrification and...

ICASA triples WiFi spectrum

The Internet Service Providers' Association of SA (ISPA) says the Independent Communications Authority of SA (ICASA) making available an additional 500Mhz of bandwidth has essentially tripled the spectrum available for in-vehicle and in-building WiFi connectivity,...

CEOs embrace generative AI as productivity tops board agendas

Almost half of CEOs surveyed in a new global study by the IBM Institute for Business Value identify productivity as their highest business priority - up from sixth place in 2022. These CEOs recognise that technology modernisation is key to achieving their productivity...

SA faces polycrisis challenges

In the polycrisis world, where disparate crises interact in such a way that the overall impact significantly exceeds the sum of all its parts, South African organisations are dealing with a diverse set of disruptions and risks. It its sixth South Africa Economic...

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Samsung launches HDR QED gaming monitors

Video gaming is one of the world's fastest growing industries and is worth over $21-billion. According to a report by PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), the South African video games industry will grow its share of the market from R1,6-billion in 2010 to R3,6-billion by...

SA ports boost efficiency, productivity

The African Ports Evolution show, to be held on 17 ad 18 October 2017 at the Durban ICC, has been selected by US-based Rajant to spotlight its Living Network infrastructure, geared to help port authorities meet challenges related to optimising cargo movements....

Capture the Flag whitehat contest open

Kaspersky Lab has announced the international industrial Capture the Flag (CTF) security competition, offering participants the opportunity to hack a model of a real production site facility in an oil refinery. Finals will be held in Shanghai on 24 October. The CTF...

Diebold Nixdorf powers Decathlon’s SA megastore

Connected commerce vendor Diebold Nixdorf is partnering with Decathlon, a leading sports retailer, to supply point-of-sale (POS) systems and software to its first megastore in South Africa. The new POS systems include both barcode scanners and radio frequency...

Reduce fraud-related costs and improve experience

With speed being a critical factor in fighting fraud, Mastercard has announced the launch of Early Detection System. The new service provides issuers with a unique advanced alert for cards and accounts at a heightened risk of fraudulent use based on their exposure in...

Addressing the skills gap in SA

The critical skills gap in South Africa is of growing concern in many industries. It is surprising therefore that employers are not investing more significantly in Learning and Development (L&D). According to the annual Deloitte Human Capital Trends Report, only...

Endpoint detection and response pilot from Kaspersky

The persistent nature of advanced threats requires enterprises to re-evaluate their cybersecurity ecosystems, putting more focus to early identification of ongoing attacks and incident response. In a world where no network is completely secure, companies need to look...

New choice for managed container services

Hitachi Vantara has announced the expansion of its Hitachi Enterprise Cloud portfolio to address DevOps and container use cases. The Hitachi Enterprise Cloud with VMware vRealize Automation now provides expanded services offering for DevOps and Container Support for...

Jasco provides NEXIS upgrade to Mauritius Broadcast

Jasco has successfully upgraded the Mauritius Broadcast Corporation's (MBC) existing media workflow and collaboration platform by upgrading their current AVIDNEXIS Pro storage to a Nexis E4 storage solution. The upgrade enables MBC to connect their team, share media...

Rockwell Automation launches indusrial computers

With a new family of Allen-Bradley VersaView 5000 industrial computers, thin clients and monitors from Rockwell Automation, manufacturers can modernise their standalone or distributed HMI applications to support smart manufacturing. "The VersaView 5000 portfolio is...

Business Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg

ENVIRONMENT:Step into a trailblazing digital music company where technology, community, and creativity come together. As a Business Analyst, you'll have the unique opportunity to collaborate with renowned local and international DJs, artists, and music brands, fueling...

IT AUDITOR – (ICISA & SACA / IIA MEMBER)

IT AUDITOR - ICISA & SACA / IIA MEMBER IT audit experience in a non-life insurance company. SALARY: NEGOTIABLE (TBA)CLOSING DATE: 7 NOVEMBER 2024JOB PURPOSEThe IT Auditor performs IT audit reviews in line with the audit plan and IT internal audit methodologies and...

IT AUDITOR – (ICISA & SACA / IIA MEMBER) – Gauteng Sandton

IT AUDITOR - ICISA & SACA / IIA MEMBER IT audit experience in a non-life insurance company. SALARY: NEGOTIABLE (TBA)CLOSING DATE: 7 NOVEMBER 2024JOB PURPOSEThe IT Auditor performs IT audit reviews in line with the audit plan and IT internal audit methodologies and...

Project Manager (Construction) at Columbus Consulting

Are you an experienced Project Manager with a passion for electrical and mechanical systems? Join our client's team in Europe to lead cutting-edge implementation projects. Your Role: Manage Mechanical/Electrical projects from start to finish.Lead kick-off meetings and...

Project Manager (Construction) at Columbus Consulting – Remote Remote

Are you an experienced Project Manager with a passion for electrical and mechanical systems? Join our client's team in Europe to lead cutting-edge implementation projects. Your Role: Manage Mechanical/Electrical projects from start to finish.Lead kick-off meetings and...

Full Stack Developer at Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd

Red Ember Recruitment is looking for a Full Stack Developer for our client based in Johannesburg. As a Developer, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining our web applications, leveraging your expertise in both frontend and backend technologies. You will...

Flutter Developer

Our client is looking for a Flutter Developer with .Net Core experience. Key Requirements* Education & Experience: A degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field-or equivalent hands-on experience. You have at least 3 - 5 years of experience with C#...

Data Scientist (Intermediate) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client is a leading provider of telco, payments, retail software - they have a global client base with a strong R&D focus. They are great believers in continuous improvement and fast adapters to new tech and constantly changing business needs....

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