AI-enabled attacks drive ransomware surge

Cybercrime no longer functions as a series of isolated campaigns. Today, it operates as a system, with malicious hackers operating across an end-to-end life cycle and compressing the attack life cycle with shadow agents. This is the headline finding from the 2026...

Employees are the biggest cyber threat – and it will only get worse

South Africa experienced a 46% increase in insider cyber risk in 2026, surpassing the global average of 44%. What’s more, 63% of South African companies surveyed expect insider‑driven data losses to increase as growing numbers of disgruntled employees are resorting to...

Interconnected systems at risk of a digital pandemic

Are we ready for solar storms, submarine cable cuts, satellite disruptions, and extreme weather to disrupt communication networks and potentially trigger a “digital pandemic"? A new report – “When digital systems fail: The hidden risks of our digital world​" –...

CEOs are reshaping C-suite roles for the AI era

The accelerating pace of artificial intelligence (AI) is pushing CEOs to redesign how C-suite roles are structured to drive greater business impact across the enterprise. In the foreword of a new global study from the IBM Institute for Business Value, IBM...

IT upgrades put Khoi-San traditional names on official documents

Khoi-San traditional names can now be used on official documents. Minister of Home Affairs Dr Leon Schreiber handed over the first smart ID produced by the Department of Home Affairs and Government Printing Works that records a Khoi-San traditional name, following the...

Embedded AI in cloud ERP set to speed financial close

Five emerging themes in cloud enterprise resource planning (ERP) finance applications will shape the future of the finance function through AI and automation, according to Gartner. Based on these themes, Gartner predicts that finance organisations using cloud ERP...

Global energy outages on the rise

As extreme weather events, such as wildfires, hurricanes, and floods intensify around the world, already stressed energy grids are struggling to keep up, leading to a growing number of power outages globally. The energy comparison experts at iSelect have compiled the...

Nvidia’s H200 exports to China could reshape AI investment

The decision by the Trump administration to allow Nvidia to export its advanced H200 artificial intelligence (AI) chips to approved customers in China represents a material shift in the global AI investment environment. This is according to Nigel Green, CEO of deVere...

Is AI choosing your Xmas gifts this year?

While artificial intelligence (AI) has become a regular part of the business environment, home assistance, and everyday consumer experiences, not many would have expected AI tools to transform holiday shopping. However, a rising number of consumers are now embracing...

Financial sector came under sustained attack in 2026

The 2025 Kaspersky Security Bulletin provides a review of the major cybersecurity trends of the year and offers a look towards the future of cybersecurity, including within the financial sector.  According to the report, in 2025, the financial sector navigated a...

Call for Science Oscars nominations

The National Science and Technology Forum (NSTF) calls for nominations for the 28th NSTF-South32 Awards. The awards focus on science, engineering and technology (SET) and innovation in South Africa. The NSTF’s theme for 2026 is ‘Healthy Aging’ in recognition of the...

Rebound in tech jobs signals industry growth

Demand for technology professionals in South Africa has bounced back strongly in the second half of 2025, suggesting that the technology sector is turning a corner. Pnet’s Job Market Trends Report for November 2025 shows meaningful signs of recovery for the IT sector...

Fibre-led broadband key for SA’s fixed communications

Fixed communication services revenue in South Africa is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4,1% during 2025-2030. Broadband, led by fiber-optic (FTTH/B) and accelerating fibre rollouts, will be the primary growth engine, while fixed wireless...

Africa well-positioned  to leapfrog into digital trade

Africa is exceptionally well-positioned to leverage DEAs, cloud, the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) agreement and strategic partnerships to leapfrog into a more digital, inclusive trade system. This is among the findings of Standard Chartered’s "Future...

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AI advances the SA solar market

With Eskom tariffs having risen 182% in the last five years and set to continue to rise, many South African homeowners and businesses have turned to alternative energy sources. The solar market has grown rapidly as a result, but the question remains why every...

Closing the gap in the energy market

The transition to clean energy is facing a significant challenge in the form of a shortage of critical minerals such as lithium, cobalt, nickel and graphite. These materials are essential for technologies like electric vehicles and battery storage, but current supply...

Creative solutions needed for remote connectivity challenges

If you’ve ever travelled to a remote area, you’ll know that there are some locations where it’s impossible to connect. By Theo Van Zyl, head of wireless at Vox While it might be okay to miss an email or a social media post for a short while, this is the harsh reality...

Tech-driven AML efforts strengthen compliance amid US policy shifts

The US Treasury Department has announced the immediate suspension of the  Corporate Transparency Act, which took effect on 1 January  2024, under the Joe Biden administration. By Bradley Elliott, CEO of anti-money laundering (AML) platform RelyComply This key piece of...

What merchants need to know about new online security regulations

New PCI DSS 4.0.1 safety standards require retailers to secure their entire website, explain Peach Payments’ head of marketing Joshua Shimkin and head of information security Judy Winn. As e-commerce has grown, so too has the number of bad actors looking to exploit...

API tsunami threatens SA banks 

The rapid increase of API integrations has been a significant challenge for banks for some time. However, the urgency to find a solution has grown due to ongoing modernisation efforts and growing open banking regulations. A well-defined integration strategy is now...

Cloud, outsourced DR build resilience for the future

In recent years, businesses in Africa have undergone a profound transformation in how they approach disaster recovery (DR) and data protection, writes Modeen Malick, principal systems engineer at Commvault. There is a noticeable shift towards outsourcing DR services...

Avoid these mistakes when asking for a raise

You’ve decided it’s high time you got paid what you’re worth, and you’re about to knock on the boss’s door to ask for a raise. Before you do, take a moment to get your ducks in a row. “Convincing your employer to increase your salary can be challenging, and many...

Red Hat teams up with Axiom Space on orbital data centre

Red Hat and Axiom Space, provider of in-space infrastructure, will collaborate on Axiom Space’s Data Centre Unit-1 (AxDCU-1), targeted to launch in spring 2025 to the International Space Station. Powered by Red Hat Device Edge, the data processing prototype will...

Information Security Manager – Remote Remote

The Information Security Manager will lead our client's cybersecurity strategy, governance, and operations across a hybrid cloud infrastructure. This includes managing Microsoft security capabilities, integrating firewall technologies, overseeing the Cyber Security...

Scrum Master

Job Description:The purpose of the Scrum Master is to coordinate the delivery of value through the operational level of the Agile Release Train. He/She will spend much of their time helping team members communicate, coordinate and cooperate; generally assisting the...

CNC programmer/setter/operator

Our client based in Pinetown, New Germany is seeking a CNC Programmer/Setter/Operator, with experience to join their team. The ideal candidate must have knowledge of 1CNC software.The CNC programmer would have to program job from sample or drawing, then set up the...

Senior Information Security Engineer

Senior Information Security EngineerThe Senior Information Security Engineer is a strategic technical leader responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing advanced security architectures across the company's hybrid infrastructure, applications, and cloud...

Scrum Master – Gauteng Johannesburg

Job Description:The purpose of the Scrum Master is to coordinate the delivery of value through the operational level of the Agile Release Train. He/She will spend much of their time helping team members communicate, coordinate and cooperate; generally assisting the...

CNC programmer/setter/operator – KwaZulu-Natal Durban

Our client based in Pinetown, New Germany is seeking a CNC Programmer/Setter/Operator, with experience to join their team. The ideal candidate must have knowledge of 1CNC software.The CNC programmer would have to program job from sample or drawing, then set up the...

Senior Information Security Engineer – Remote Remote

Senior Information Security EngineerThe Senior Information Security Engineer is a strategic technical leader responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing advanced security architectures across the company's hybrid infrastructure, applications, and cloud...

Senior Business Analyst

Objective of the Role:The purpose of the role is to work collaboratively within your team and across other teams in the business to deliver exceptional customer experiences. Key Responsibilities:Business analysis:Scope definition and/or gap analysis for features as...

Senior Software Engineer

ENVIRONMENT:Our client is a rapidly expanding technology company specialising in connected systems and data-driven platforms that support asset visibility and operational security. Their solutions include real-time monitoring tools and companion mobile applications...

Senior Business Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg

Objective of the Role:The purpose of the role is to work collaboratively within your team and across other teams in the business to deliver exceptional customer experiences. Key Responsibilities:Business analysis:Scope definition and/or gap analysis for features as...

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