US users prefer built-in security over traditional AV
According to the second annual Antivirus Market Report 2026 from cybersecurity news portal Cybernews, built-in operating system tools have overtaken traditional third-party antivirus software as the primary line of defense for the majority of US internet users. The...
With sustained stress, workers turn to escapist behaviours
There has been a steady year‑on‑year rise in addictive behaviours among South African employees, reflecting how prolonged stress is reshaping the ways people cope, escape and self‑manage emotional pressure. Drawn from a five‑year analysis of Lyra Southern Africa’s...
Nvidia founder unpacks the five-layer AI stack
Jensen Huang, CEO of Nvidia, describes the artificial intelligence (AI) landscape as a five-layer stack, with each layer vital to the successful operation of the whole. AI is one of the most powerful forces shaping the world today. It is not a clever app or a single...
Record revenue for global server market
The server market reached a record $125,3-illion dollars in revenue during the fourth quarter of 2025, fueled by the accelerated AI Infrastructure investment path that keep outpacing any geopolitical tensions, according to the International Data Corporation’s...
AI the key driving force for TMT deal activity in 2025
Artificial intelligence (AI) has become the central force reshaping mergers and acquisitions in the technology, media, and telecom (TMT) sector. Global deal value surged 76% in 2025 to $903-billion, with AI-related transactions alone reaching $117-billion. What was...
KadNap botnet has infected 14 000 devices
The Black Lotus Labs team at Lumen has discovered malware, KadNap, that conscripts edge devices into a botnet that proxies malicious traffic. Since August 2025, the team has been monitoring the growth of this network, which is now above 14 000 infected devices....
The clock is ticking for Europe to seize AI leadership
Europe has more artificial intelligence (AI) users than the US. It matches the US for AI talent, and produces as many AI startups every year. And yet, when the world tells the story of AI, Europe barely gets a mention. That is the central paradox of a new report,...
Cisco ekes out WiFi 7 lead in 2025
Cisco’s aggressive WiFi 7 pricing strategy has allowed the company to eke out first place in Indoor AP WiFi 7 revenue share, just ahead of Huawei, according to a new Dell’Oro report. “Cisco’s WiFi 7 adoption has been faster than any of their prior WLAN technology...
SA’s next gen scientists set for Tunisia science festival
Research projects by local young scientists that address real-world challenges in education systems, aviation engineering and artificial intelligence (AI) will be on display at this year’s International Festival of Engineering Science and Technology in Tunisia...
Data and fintech growth push MTN subscribers to 307,2m
MTN delivered a robust 2025 performance, led by led by improved commercial performance from MTN Nigeria and MTN Ghana. The group has grown its customer base by 5,6% to 307,2-million, with active data customers up 9,4% to 172,6-million and Mobile Money (MoMo) monthly...
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Smart cities start with signage
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Only consider reviews that show how solutions perform ‘in the trenches’
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How to navigate Mauritius’s new anti-corruption landscape
Mauritius has embarked on its most ambitious anti-corruption reform in decades. The establishment of the Financial Crimes Commission (FCC), along with new legal liabilities, suggest a paradigm shift. Yet real-world outcomes, measured in verified convictions, assets...
What the SME really needs from FTTB
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Retailers urged to prepare for business unusual
As the retail calendar barrels toward Black Friday and the festive season, brands are bracing for what may be the most volatile and unpredictable peak period in recent memory. The economic landscape is volatile, consumer behaviour is shifting, and external pressures,...
Defy gravity and survive disruption
Will your business still be available in 10 years? Many won’t be. By Alex Galbraith, chief technology officer: cloud services at SoftwareOne The pace of change is such that even Moore’s Law is being left behind. Hyperbole or not, Nvidia’s AI hardware supremo Jensen...
Lead with heart in the age of AI
In 2025, leadership is changing in two main ways, writes Brian Eagar, CEO of Towerstone. The first is through human-centred leadership. This style has come about after many years of leadership that focused on authority, hierarchy and top-down control, often ignoring...
Digital sovereignty matters more than ever for African businesses
As Africa’s digital economy accelerates, driven by everything from local innovation to the ambitious goals of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), a critical question is taking centre stage: who controls the continent’s data, and where does it live? By...
The rise of the tech-savvy finance executive
Finance teams in South Africa’s large and growing businesses are juggling more moving parts than ever. From managing results across multiple entities to keeping track of currency shifts and different reporting rules, they are certainly feeling the pressure to deliver...
ERP must deliver outcomes in the experience economy
The evolution of information technology (IT) from a support function to a business driver is well established. For years now, technology has played a central role in helping organisations scale, improve agility and achieve their growth objectives writes Doug Woolley,...
System Analyst
To plan & execute systems analysis tasks alone and under supervision, during design, construction, integration, verification, commissioning and operations of the various radio telescopes and associated supporting systems, focusing primarily on the telescope signal...
Data Management Specialist – EvdB
To guide the refinement and continuous improvement of tools, methods and processes in area of data management (Data Governance, Reference and Master Data Management, Data Quality Management, Metadata Management, Data Modelling and Design, Data Architecture, Data...
Front-End Developer (Expert) 0244
Job DescriptionDevelop and deliver data engineering solutions primarily using Python or relevant programming languages.Participate actively in agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, refinement, and retrospectives.Collaborate with stakeholders and team members to...
System Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town
To plan & execute systems analysis tasks alone and under supervision, during design, construction, integration, verification, commissioning and operations of the various radio telescopes and associated supporting systems, focusing primarily on the telescope signal...
Data Management Specialist – EvdB – Gauteng Pretoria
To guide the refinement and continuous improvement of tools, methods and processes in area of data management (Data Governance, Reference and Master Data Management, Data Quality Management, Metadata Management, Data Modelling and Design, Data Architecture, Data...
Front-End Developer (Expert) 0244 – Gauteng Pretoria
Job DescriptionDevelop and deliver data engineering solutions primarily using Python or relevant programming languages.Participate actively in agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, refinement, and retrospectives.Collaborate with stakeholders and team members to...
ERP Consultant – Functional
Bring your hands-on expertise across operational ERP modules and your love of partnering with customers to optimise manufacturing, supply chain, and core operations through smart ERP solutions.Play a key role in delivering ERP implementations and improvements for...
BI Developer
Business Intelligence & ReportingDesign, develop, and maintain Power BI dashboards and analytics solutions supporting HR, finance, and manufacturing use cases, including workforce analytics, headcount, turnover, payroll-related insights, and departmental...
Data Engineer (Senior) 0122
Job DescriptionWe are seeking a hands-on Data Engineer with strong experience in building scalable data pipelines and analytics solutions on Databricks. You will design, implement, and maintain end-to-end data flows, optimize performance, and collaborate with data...
ERP Consultant – Functional – Gauteng Johannesburg North
Bring your hands-on expertise across operational ERP modules and your love of partnering with customers to optimise manufacturing, supply chain, and core operations through smart ERP solutions.Play a key role in delivering ERP implementations and improvements for...
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