Defences improve, but ransomware still threatens SA businesses

Almost two-thirds (63%) of ransomware incidents in South Africa resulted in data being encrypted over the past year, according to the new State of Ransomware in South Africa 2026 report from Sophos. This is above the global average of 56% and an increase from the 60%...

20 years on and gender gap parity is fracturing

Twenty years after the World Economic Forum first measured the global gender gap, the world is closer to parity than ever, but progress is fragile, with gains reversing in some areas, according to the Global Gender Gap Report 2026. Women now reach senior leadership in...

Unemployed are least likely to prioritise betting spending-limit tools

The online betting group most likely to prioritise debt repayment with a windfall is also the group least likely to ask regulators or operators for spending controls, according to new research from Softswiss. Fewer than four in 10 unemployed South Africans think...

AI-first enterprises will win big if they do it right

Kathy Gibson reports - Enterprises that are reshaping and reinventing business domains around artificial intelligence (AI) are on track to experience great return on investment (ROI) and become more competitive. But there is a currently a big disconnect between AI...

New discovery could help 6G networks cut through interference

A breakthrough new development in communications research may have solved a key problem with one of the enabling technologies set to underpin the 6G networks of the future. A team of engineers led from the University of Glasgow have found a way to help wireless...

Surge in SA spending during FIFA World Cup 2026

Spending at sports and recreation resorts increased 72% in South Africa during the opening weekend of this year’s FIFA World Cup, according to Visa data highlighting local spending patterns during the tournament. And, ahead of South Africa's Round of 32 match against...

Air cargo demand up amid Middle East disruptions

International Air Transport Association (IATA) data for April 2026 global air cargo markets shows that total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), increased by 4% compared to April 2025 levels. However, capacity, measured in available cargo...

Intel Arc G-Series sets handheld PC gaming standard

Intel has introduced Intel Arc G-Series processors, a new family of products designed for next-generation handheld gaming systems. Launching with Intel Arc G3 and Intel Arc G3 Extreme processors running on Windows 11, the series builds on the architecture of Intel...

OECD launches streamlined Hiroshima AI Process Reporting Framework

The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has launched version 2.0 of the Hiroshima AI Process voluntary reporting framework. As the only global framework for companies to report on their efforts to promote safe, secure, and trustworthy AI, the...

Nvidia Vera CPU packs a punch

The shift to agentic AI creates a new CPU requirement for the AI factory: fast cores, massive memory bandwidth and the ability to sustain high performance when all cores are active. Initial benchmark results published by Phoronix  show that the Nvidia Vera CPU is...

Pick ‘n Pay customer data compromised

An early version of Pick n Pay’s on-demand app was been breach, with customer information compromised. Records from 2022 in the app previously known as Bottles and later as Pick n Pay asap! were leaked. The data includes names, contact details and birth dates,...

Same job, different province, different pay

New jobs data shows significant variances in how much professionals in different parts of South Africa can earn based on regional, labour market dynamics. This is according to Pnet’s May 2026 Job Market Trends Report, which includes an exploration of how salary ranges...

Cybersecurity jobs booming – so why aren’t graduates being hired?

South Africa’s cybersecurity sector is facing a growing paradox: demand for cybersecurity professionals continues to rise, yet many graduates are struggling to secure employment. According to experts from the Institute of Information Technology Professionals South...

Is a global hidden hiring bias locking out black graduates?

In corporate graduate recruitment worldwide, candidates are often assessed not only on competence, but also on their relatability – and a new UCT co-led study theorises relatability as a racialised cultural-affective filter that covertly sustains inequality. The new...

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CommsCloud SIMs make borderless African IoT logistics a reality

CommsCloud has launched Cloud Connect SIMs to address patchy coverage and costly roaming for pan-African companies. The SIMs are believed to be the first multi-International Mobile Subscriber Identity (IMSI) connectivity solution engineered with multiple Core Networks...

Nutanix and OVHcloud debut Cloud Clusters

Nutanix, alongside European hyperscaler OVHcloud, has announced the availability of the Nutanix Cloud Clusters (NC2) solution on OVHcloud. In light of heightened focus on European data-sovereignty and regulatory standards, the announcement introduces capabilities that...

Axis creates AI-powered video surveillance orchestra

Can video surveillance cameras be used to perform music? The answer is yes. Network technology company Axis Communications presented an experiment called The object detection orchestra — the world’s first musical performance played entirely on AI-powered video...

SAP’s AI-powered business suite ends the best-of-breed era

At its inaugural SAP Connect event, SAP showcased the integration of AI, data and applications creates business value. “To thrive when volatility is the new normal, businesses need more than a patchwork of disparate best-of-breed applications,” says Muhammad Alam,...

Software security is a team sport

Building and maintaining secure software is not a one-team effort; it requires the collective strength and collaboration of security, engineering, and operations teams. This is according to CASA Software, which partners with Veracode to secure software from code...

Future-ready infrastructure powers Africa’s manufacturing

As Africa’s manufacturing sector accelerates its journey into the era of Industry 4.0, the benefits are becoming increasingly clear – including reduced risk, leaner supply chains and lower operational costs to name a few. By Wojtek Piorko, MD: Africa at Vertiv...

Weak human firewalls expose businesses to AI-driven cyberattacks

As South Africa’s digital economy matures, so too does its exposure to cyberthreats, and the country is now among the top 10 most targeted regions for cyberattacks globally. However, local businesses remain dangerously underprepared, as leaders continue to...

Ricoh SA realigns for partner-led growth

Ricoh South Africa announced a strategic transformation of its business model, transitioning to an Accredited Business Partner-only distribution model for its Office Print and selected Production Print operations. The transition is designed to enhance operational...

MSP Flex is changing the game for the channel

When I speak to our partners across South Africa, a common theme often comes up: margins are under pressure, customers want more for less, and managing multiple security solutions usually eats up time that could be spent winning new business. By Ross Anderson, Sophos...

Career orientation test aims to inspire girls into cybersecurity

Kaspersky, together with Smart Africa and Africaines in Tech, has launched a science-backed career orientation test “Future You in Tech” created to promote professional development for young women in the cybersecurity industry and help remove potential entry barriers....

Java Engineer (Intermediate) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Role Overview The Java Engineer will design, develop, and deliver cloud-ready backend services and RESTful APIs while contributing to scalable system architecture. This role requires end to-end ownership of features, from design and development through deployment and...

SAP Functional Consultant (SAP SD) 1763

Functional Lead in Operations team.Problem identification and solution proposal.E2E ownership of SD design (across Development and Operations).Receiving, troubleshooting, resolving and closing complex Operational and Maintenance tickets within defined SLA's (Service...

Full Stack Developer (Advanced) 0627

Part of a Dev team responsible for the development and maintenance of the application (front-end and back end).Participate in all relevant Agile ceremonies.Meet with end users to understand Business requirements.Contribute to the refinement and sizing of user...

SAP Functional Consultant (SAP SD) 1763 – Gauteng Pretoria

Functional Lead in Operations team.Problem identification and solution proposal.E2E ownership of SD design (across Development and Operations).Receiving, troubleshooting, resolving and closing complex Operational and Maintenance tickets within defined SLA's (Service...

Full Stack Developer (Advanced) 0627 – Gauteng Pretoria

Part of a Dev team responsible for the development and maintenance of the application (front-end and back end).Participate in all relevant Agile ceremonies.Meet with end users to understand Business requirements.Contribute to the refinement and sizing of user...

DevOps Engineer (Intermediate – Level) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

The RoleWe are seeking a DevOps Engineer with strong experience in CI/CD, release automation, cloud infrastructure, and operational support across development, test, and production environments.You will be responsible for building, automating, and maintaining reliable...

Data Analyst

Data AnalystOnsite – Stellenbosch Seeking a Data Analyst who is eager to apply data science in real-world financial contexts. Build models, automate insights and contribute to data pipelines that support fraud detection, client churn, and portfolio optimisation...

Project Manager at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Are you an experienced Project Manager with a proven track record of delivering complex software development projects? We're looking for a dynamic leader to drive enterprise-scale delivery initiatives, modernization programmes, and digital transformation projects....

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