Scientists may have found dark matter
Global scientists have encountered an intriguing particle interaction in their search for dark matter, which might help pave the way for answering one of the biggest unresolved questions about our universe. The study, led by a University of Bristol astro-particle...
SA online retail to reach R159bn this year
South Africans are expected to spend about R159-billion online in 2026, as e-commerce grows by an estimated 22,5% and records its first full year at 10% of national retail turnover on a like-for-like nominal basis. These are the central findings of Online Retail in...
IITPSA opens nominations for 2026 President’s Awards
Nominations are now open for the prestigious Institute of Information Technology Professionals (IITPSA) President’s Awards 2026. This year’s theme ‘Excellence in ethical digital transformation’, aligns with the IITPSA’s own motto. IITPSA President Pearl Pasi notes:...
Global tech innovator competition open for tech entrepreneurs
KPMG Private Enterprise is inviting Africa's most promising technology companies to apply for the KPMG Private Enterprise Global Tech Innovator 2026 competition. This competition offers innovators the opportunity to represent the continent on the global stage in...
Rural high school learners code up a storm
As South Africa observes National Science Month in July, thousands of rural Grade 8 and 9 learners in remote villages in Mpumalanga and the Free State are daring to dream of careers in coding, robotics and engineering with the support of an education non-profit. Over...
Euclid space telescope marks a milestone in cosmic history
The European Space Agency’s Euclid space telescope has discovered 31 of the most ancient quasars ever found - and two of these giant and dazzling galaxy cores, powered by gargantuan black holes, are the earliest quasars yet observed in cosmic history. They shone with...
Xbox cuts staff, studios in major reset
XBox is resetting the business, aiming to cut about 3 200 jobs and reduce the number of studios over the next year. Around half of the staff cuts will be from XBox staff, with the balance from four studios which will leave to run under new management. In a letter to...
AI-driven, hyperconnected tech reshapes supply chains
Agentic AI and physical AI are among the top supply chain technology trends for 2026, according to Gartner. Advances in AI technologies are enabling chief supply chain officers (CSCOs) to drive business value, strengthen resilience, and reimagine operating models, as...
Ungoverned AI agents, deepfakes now a critical threat
Autonomous AI tools are expanding the corporate attack surface faster than security teams can implement guardrails, according to new research by KnowBe4. The security specialists’ latest report – From Agentic Risk to Human Wins: Building a Culture of Security in the...
SMEs retreat into survival mode as confidence retreats
South African small and medium enterprises (SMEs) entered 2026 on a more cautious footing as rising fuel prices, driven by global geopolitical tensions, continue to place increasing pressure on business operations. This was reflected in declining confidence levels,...
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Super WiFi takes industrial connectivity beyond fibre and LTE limits
In many parts of Africa, industries still face crippling gaps in WiFi connectivity. Vast mining operations, ports, construction projects, and energy facilities often extend far beyond the reach of fibre or LTE networks. They are also too expansive for traditional...
Satellite-to-device: Exciting advances, but still years from everyday use
The words ‘satellite phone’ used to bring to mind the image of a mountain climber, a scientist in an Arctic research station, or a sailor using a brick-sized handset to communicate from the edges of the world where there are no mobile or fixed-line networks. But...
AI represents the next horizon for ESG
Artificial intelligence (AI) is advancing at an unprecedented pace globally. By Prineil Padayachy, senior associate, Sinalo Matubatuba, candidate attorney, and Ilhaam Fredericks, candidate attorney at Webber Wentzel The exceptional growth of data and the rapid...
Digital platforms weaponised to abuse women in Kenya
Across Kenya, online sexual exploitation and abuse (OSEA) is escalating rapidly, with predators exploiting digital technologies to recruit, groom, abuse, and traumatise women and girls. Two new reports uncover how the digital realm is being weaponised to perpetrate...
A unified view is the cornerstone of cyber resilience
South African organisations are facing an unprecedented wave of cybersecurity incidents. By Richard Ford, group chief technology officer at Integrity360 According to the CSIR, 88% of organisations have now faced at least one data breach. In the race to stay ahead,...
Gaming helps to change how youngsters think about alcohol
When more than 5-million young South Africans logged into Roblox and found a world built around their choices, not their vices, something remarkable happened. Alcohol harm-reduction became a story they wanted to take part in. That’s the power of AWARE.org’s “Makers of...
SA’s AI data centre conundrum
Everyone's talking about artificial intelligence. And I mean everyone. The hype reminds me of the fanfare around 5G's launch – all promise, waiting to see delivery. We built and enabled those towers everywhere, and now? Well, let's just say the revolution was somewhat...
How to delete your digital footprint from the Internet
Users’ digital footprints have been building up for years. Social media accounts, old comments, carelessly posted photos, message boards, and old marketplace listings — everything that each individual user has ever shared online remains there, potentially causing...
Grey list removal a milestone, not mission accomplished
Last Friday (24 October 2025), news broke that South Africa was removed from the Financial Action Task Force’s (FATF) grey list. By Sameer Kumandan, MD of SearchWorks This comes after the country made significant progress to improve the effectiveness of its anti-money...
Why the greylisting outcome demands a new era of financial integrity
The verdict is in: South Africa has been removed from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list. It’s a milestone worth celebrating, but not a finish line, writes Hawken McEwan, director of risk and compliance at nCino KYC Africa. The reforms of the past two...
C# . Net Full Stack Developer at reversidesoftwaresolutionspt
Reverside is an established it services provider focusing on delivering high-quality software development, it resourcing, digital transformation, and systems support solutions. We are always looking for skilled professionals to join our growing team and contribute to...
Data Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
If you're excited by the challenge of turning raw data into powerful, scalable systems that drive real business impact, this role offers exactly that. You'll be at the heart of designing and building the data infrastructure that enables smarter decision-making,...
C# . Net Full Stack Developer at reversidesoftwaresolutionspt – Gauteng Johannesburg
Reverside is an established it services provider focusing on delivering high-quality software development, it resourcing, digital transformation, and systems support solutions. We are always looking for skilled professionals to join our growing team and contribute to...
Data Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
If you're excited by the challenge of turning raw data into powerful, scalable systems that drive real business impact, this role offers exactly that. You'll be at the heart of designing and building the data infrastructure that enables smarter decision-making,...
Senior Cloud DevOps Engineer (JHB/Stellenbosch)
ENVIRONMENT:A cutting-edge AgriTech company seeks the technical expertise of a Senior Cloud DevOps Engineer to help manage the cloud infrastructure that powers its SaaS platform for the Agricultural sector. Working closely with the Development and Data teams, you will...
Front End Developer
Be part of building the future of the webWe're an innovative, fast-growing company focused on delivering cutting-edge digital solutions. We're looking for a skilled Front-End Developer to join our team and help create engaging, user-friendly web experiences. What's in...
Senior Cloud DevOps Engineer (JHB/Stellenbosch) – Western Cape Stellenbosch
ENVIRONMENT:A cutting-edge AgriTech company seeks the technical expertise of a Senior Cloud DevOps Engineer to help manage the cloud infrastructure that powers its SaaS platform for the Agricultural sector. Working closely with the Development and Data teams, you will...
Front End Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg North
Be part of building the future of the webWe're an innovative, fast-growing company focused on delivering cutting-edge digital solutions. We're looking for a skilled Front-End Developer to join our team and help create engaging, user-friendly web experiences. What's in...
Cloud DevOps Engineer (CH1250)
Join a dynamic fintech leader committed to driving innovation through cutting-edge cloud and DevOps solutions. Our client, a forward-thinking organization with a strong emphasis on scalable infrastructure, security, and efficient deployment, is seeking a skilled Cloud...
Business Analyst at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
SHIFT INTO THE FAST LANE OF INNOVATION!Tired of the same old grind? Ready to apply your analytical superpowers where they actually move the needle — in shaping the future of premium mobility?We are hunting for a standout Business Analyst to join the high-octane...
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