AI dominates the corporate risk landscape

AI-enabled discovery of cyber vulnerabilities emerged as the most critical emerging risk facing organisations worldwide in the second quarter of 2026, according to Gartner. The Gartner Quarterly Emerging Risk Report series compiles insights and perspectives from...

AI misinformation is accelerating Africa’s risk landscape

As misinformation, cybercrime, health emergencies, civil unrest, extreme weather and infrastructure disruption become progressively interconnected across Africa, organisations are under growing pressure to distinguish fact from fiction before uncertainty escalates...

Business leaders bet big on robots, but few are ready

Robotics is no longer a bet on the future - it's a plan for the next five years – but according to new research from Intel, most organisations are moving faster than their operating models can support. The new study – The Robotics Readiness Gap - finds a stark...

Hubble solves merger mystery from Milky Way’s early years

Our home galaxy, the Milky Way, grew to its current size in part by consuming smaller galaxies. Now, new data from NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope shows definitive evidence of a dwarf galaxy merging with the young Milky Way galaxy in the earliest phases of its...

The top priorities for HR leaders in 2025

Leader and manager development remains the number one priority in 2025 for HR leaders for the third consecutive year, according to a new survey by Gartner. The continued focus on manager development comes as managers report feeling overwhelmed by their...

Mining industry embraces sustainability strategies

Mining companies are increasingly adopting sustainable strategies such as low-carbon smelting and advanced recycling programmes to reduce their environmental impact and boost efficiency – and these innovations optimise resource use and lower operational costs by...

Top 5 scams cybercriminals are running amid World Cup

The world's biggest sporting event, the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, kicks off on 20 November and, as well as exciting hundreds of millions of fans worldwide, it's also attracted the interest of cybercriminals looking to make a fast buck. To get a better overview of how...

Gates Foundation commits $7bn to Africa

Bill Gates, co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, has reaffirmed the foundation's long-term commitment to Africa and to working directly with countries to support breakthrough solutions in health, agriculture, gender equality, and other critical areas....

Epson ending global sales of laser printers

Epson says it will end the global sale and distribution of laser printers by 2026 and reaffirmed its full commitment to inkjet printing for the office. Explaining the decision, the company cites the greater potential of inkjet to make meaningful advances in...

Holiday, weekend ransomware attacks hit companies hard

As the holiday season approaches, security leaders wanting to give their teams some much deserved extra time off may get blindsided - ransomware attacks during weekends and holidays prove to be more costly than those that take place during normal weekdays. According...

HUGSI embraced by more African cities

As the world's cities continue to expand, the value of green spaces is being recognised for the vital role they play, but it is also a major challenge - particularly for developing nations where there is pressure for space, resources and development. That's why, says...

Inflation fuels telecom services growth

Worldwide spending on telecommunications and pay TV services will be nearly $1,6-trillion in 2022, representing a year-over-year increase of 1,9%, according to the International Data Corporation's Worldwide Semiannual Telecom Services Tracker. The latest forecast is a...

Crypto needs serious regulation – deVere CEO

he crypto industry doesn't need saviours, useless meme tokens and absurd bubbles being created by celebrities - it needs serious regulation, says the CEO of one of the world's largest independent financial advisory, asset management and fintech organisations. The...

African youth believe next Zuckerberg could come from the continent

Africa's youth prefer using local innovations and believe that the next tech billionaire could come from the continent, according to the recently launched Africa - innovator or imitator? Exploring narratives around Africa's technological capabilities report by Africa...

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Kaspersky Lab, WISeKey launch encrypted mobile vault

Kaspersky Lab and WISeKey, a Swiss based cyber-security company, have announced the release of a special edition of the cyber-resilience app, WISeID Kaspersky Lab Security. This new edition integrates the best technologies from both cyber-security companies to offer...

Turrito Networks, Dial-a-Nerd provide integrate ICT offering

Following its acquisition of Dial-a-Nerd last year, MICROmega Group company Turrito Networks is now able to provide its small to medium enterprise (SME) customers with a complete ICT value proposition. This is according to MD Brian Timperley, who says: "Through...

Turrito Networks, Dial-a-Nerd provide integrate ICT offering

Following its acquisition of Dial-a-Nerd last year, MICROmega Group company Turrito Networks is now able to provide its small to medium enterprise (SME) customers with a complete ICT value proposition. This is according to MD Brian Timperley, who says: "Through...

Moneygram debuts for GT users

MoneyGram and GT Bank, one of the leading retail banks in Nigeria, have announced the launch of MoneyGram's receive services across the GT Bank network. This service will be available through MoneyGram's cash to account service. Customers in Nigeria can now receive...

Find the right mobility model for employee engagement

Business mobility is the business imperative that is driving as big a shift in business thinking as the Internet did 20 years ago. Indeed, the move towards it will define organisational strategy for years to come, and as with the Internet, there will come for each...

The importance of being Always-On in retail

Customer data has become an integral part of the retail environment and the ability of stores to create a unique user experience. Having such data readily accessible in an Always-On world can often mean the difference between consumer favour and suffering significant...

Faster-moving attacks threaten enterprises

High speed networks, an exponential increase in the number of endpoints, and a more tech-savvy employee base mean a great deal more risk for enterprises, says Fortinet. Addressing a media round table in Rosebank, Fortinet Africa executives said the risks to enterprise...

Big data, social media optimise relationships

In an era where customers are becoming their own advocates and - with the internet, mobile accessibility, social media and big data at our fingertips - it has become irresponsible for brands to not engage with their customers, to retain them; experts share their...

Online education takes off

USB Executive Development (USB-ED), the public executive development company of Stellenbosch University, has launched several new online courses for its 2016 academic year to enhance the research skills of postgraduate students. The various online courses range in...

Sophos e-mail appliance adds next-generation sandboxing

Sophos has announced that its Email Appliance now includes Sophos Sandstorm, an advanced, next-generation sandboxing technology that quickly and accurately detects, blocks and responds to sophisticated, constantly-changing cyber threats. Sophos Sandstorm is an...

Business Analyst Banking – Gauteng Centurion

The Business / System Analyst fulfils a critical role in terms of analysis to improve and implement systems. The role entails analysing and compiling system requirements and addressing any relevant problems. Digital Banking experience required. Required...

Junior Technical Test Analyst (CPT)

ENVIRONMENT:A fast-paced Specialist in End-to-end IT Management and Consultative IT Services. seeks a strong & ambitious Junior Technical Test Analyst who is able to thrive under pressure to join its team. You will make a critical contribution to the Technical...

Analyst: Country Risk

The purpose of this job is to provide country risk reports inclusive of country risk ratings and LGD's using the various rating tools to support the mandate of the organisation to provide Cross Border Development assistance and lending. The Cross-Border functions are...

MONITORING AND EVALUATION OFFICER

The Monitoring and Evaluation Officer (M&E Officer) conducts programmes monitoring requirements - including verification of information, evaluations of COMPANY programmes and write reports on all monitoring and evaluations activities conducted by the COMPANY. The...

Senior Java Developer (JHB/PTA/CPT)

ENVIRONMENT:A cutting-edge provider of End-to-End Technology & Services seeks the coding expertise of a Senior Java Developer to join its team where your mastery of the Java stack will be pivotal in driving their projects forward. You'll utilise frameworks like...

Senior C++ Developer

An international client with offices in SA and abroad is looking for a proactive Senior C++ Developer to design, code, test, debug, and implement C++ backend applications as well as attend project and agile team meetings. They must work in agile teams to complete...

Junior Technical Test Analyst (CPT) – Western Cape Bellville

ENVIRONMENT:A fast-paced Specialist in End-to-end IT Management and Consultative IT Services. seeks a strong & ambitious Junior Technical Test Analyst who is able to thrive under pressure to join its team. You will make a critical contribution to the Technical...

Analyst: Country Risk – Gauteng Midrand

The purpose of this job is to provide country risk reports inclusive of country risk ratings and LGD's using the various rating tools to support the mandate of the organisation to provide Cross Border Development assistance and lending. The Cross-Border functions are...

MONITORING AND EVALUATION OFFICER – Gauteng Johannesburg

The Monitoring and Evaluation Officer (M&E Officer) conducts programmes monitoring requirements - including verification of information, evaluations of COMPANY programmes and write reports on all monitoring and evaluations activities conducted by the COMPANY. The...

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