Visual prompt injection vulnerability bypasses AI guardrails
DeepKeep has discovered a new class of visual prompt injection vulnerability. Dubbed “InkJect” - a nod to the hidden “ink” within images used to inject malicious instructions – it affects leading visual language models (VLMs), including OpenAI's GPT-5.2, GPT-5.4 Mini...
June saw PMI decline
The seasonally adjusted PMI declined by 3.5 points to 47.3 in June, returning below the neutral 50-point mark after remaining in expansionary territory during April and May. The decline reflects softer demand conditions across the manufacturing sector, although easing...
IMF outlook masks rising FX risk for SMEs
As the International Monetary Fund (IMF) releases its April 2026 World Economic Outlook, pointing to a fragile and uneven global recovery, fintech company Verto warns that South African SMEs trading internationally are facing a growing and often underestimated threat:...
SA startups join Google accelerator
Two South African technology startups - Loop and Vambo AI - have been selected to join the 10th cohort of the Google for Startups Accelerator Africa. Chosen from a competitive pool of nearly 2 600 applications, they are part of a final pan-African group of 15...
Research reveals where SA’s fight against stunting is falling short
South Africa has one of the highest rates of stunting among upper-middle income countries globally, with little change in the last three decades despite government’s efforts to tackle poverty and expand access to social grants. More than a quarter of children under...
Liquid Intelligent Technologies draws outsized demand for $300m bond
In a test of institutional appetite for African credit, Liquid Intelligent Technologies has closed a $660-million debt financing round, including a $300-million Eurobond that was oversubscribed 2,5-times - a result that signifies a meaningful vote of confidence in the...
As cost pressures mount, consumers shift spend to essentials
South African consumers are adjusting their financial behaviour in response to ongoing cost pressures, with TransUnion's Q1 2026 Consumer Pulse Study revealing meaningful shifts in how households spend, save and manage credit. While many households remain under...
Tim Cook steps down as Apple CEO
Tim Cook is stepping down as CEO of Apple, and will pass the reins to John Ternus, currently senior vice-president of hardware engineering, in September 2026. Cook will become executive chairman of Apple’s board of directors, in which role he will assist with certain...
SA’s hiring crisis laid bare
South Africa's employers are quietly waging a war on deception - and the numbers are staggering. New data exposes qualification fraud, criminal risks, and a post-grey list compliance revolution reshaping how South African employers hire. The 2025 MIE Background...
NTT Data hits 400Gbps peering milestone
NTT Data says it has become the first network operator in Africa to establish active 400 Gbps peering at the Johannesburg Internet Exchange (JINX). This milestone marks a significant advancement in both NTT Data’s network capability and the broader evolution of...
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AI creates everyday risks for African businesses
In our fast-evolving cyber risk landscape, it’s easy to be captivated by the headlines—stories of cutting-edge exploits, wild new attack vectors, and AI’s role in shaping malware that once seemed impossible. By Emmanuel Tzingakis, technical lead: Africa and venture...
Why trade policy alone won’t fix Africa’s logistics challenges
At first glance, the global shift in tariff policy should be good news for Africa, writes Jacqui Cantwell, commercial director of C Steinweg Logistics (CSL). As trade tariffs ease between certain markets, it seems the path for African exports should clear. But trade...
Retailers must prepare for the next wave of cyberattacks
In April, two of the UK’s biggest retailers got hit by a massive cyberattack by the notorious Scattered Spider group, leading to substantial financial losses, operational disruptions and compromised customer data. M&S suffered losses of £300-million (roughly...
Exabeam Nova delivers cybersecurity strategy agent
Exabeam has announced a major expansion of its integrated multi-agent AI system Exabeam Nova that now equips security leaders with a real-time strategic planning engine and boardroom communication tool. The Exabeam Nova Advisor Agent is the industry’s first AI...
Qlik releases Trust Score for AI
Qlik has announced the general availability of Qlik Trust Score for AI, designed to help organisations assess whether data is truly ready for AI, before it ever reaches a model. Included within Qlik Talend Cloud®, the Qlik Trust Score for AI introduces purpose-built...
SIM box fraud a growing threat
South Africa’s communications systems are facing a growing threat that can no longer be ignored. As the country becomes more connected, with over 44-million people now online, the infrastructure that underpins our digital lives is increasingly being targeted by...
From Policy to People: How the Two-Pot System is Reshaping Retirement
Over the past year, the introduction of the Two-Pot Retirement System has sparked one of the most meaningful shifts we’ve seen in the South African retirement landscape. Rob Southey, head of asset consulting at Momentum Consultants & Actuaries, reflects on how it...
How to build a successful MVNO
Africa’s mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) industry is now estimated at around $4-billion, with a projected 6% CAGR through 2031. In South Africa alone, MVNOs served approximately 4,3-million SIMs by the end of 2023, marking 51% year‑on‑year growth and a...
What do golden handshakes mean for employers and employees?
The moment arrives unexpectedly: a private meeting, a quiet conversation, a generous offer to depart. The “golden handshake” – a so-called severance package exceeding statutory minimums – promises a smooth exit. Yet, beneath the allure of immediate financial relief...
Vinesh Maharaj is new regional NTT Data director
NTT Data has announced the appointment of Vinesh Maharaj as director of smart manufacturing and industry for the Middle East Africa Region. A professionally registered engineer with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) and a certified director with the...
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Build, test and deploy mobile apps using React NativeBuild, test and deploy web portals using React JS (Typescript)Support existing and develop new functionality and componentsUnderstand existing product and domain elements and work with business analysts to refine...
Mobile Developer – Gauteng Braamfontein
Build, test and deploy mobile apps using React NativeBuild, test and deploy web portals using React JS (Typescript)Support existing and develop new functionality and componentsUnderstand existing product and domain elements and work with business analysts to refine...
Senior Network Specialist (CISCO Application Centric Infrastructure)
The main purpose of this position is to lead and drive the end-to-end implementation of all network security solutions at the company and to provide technical expertise and recommendations.DETAILED DESCRIPTIONResearch and recommend emerging and fit-for-purpose network...
Senior Network Specialist (CISCO Application Centric Infrastructure) – Gauteng Gauteng
The main purpose of this position is to lead and drive the end-to-end implementation of all network security solutions at the company and to provide technical expertise and recommendations.DETAILED DESCRIPTIONResearch and recommend emerging and fit-for-purpose network...
Senior Network Engineer (Specialising in Cisco ACI)
The main purpose of this position is to design, implement and manage network infrastructure solutions and Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI) within the company GroupDETAILED DESCRIPTIONDesign and build network infrastructure solutions and ACI that align...
Senior Network Engineer (Specialising in Cisco ACI) – Gauteng Gauteng
The main purpose of this position is to design, implement and manage network infrastructure solutions and Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI) within the company GroupDETAILED DESCRIPTIONDesign and build network infrastructure solutions and ACI that align...
Senior Software Developer (C#, .NET Core, PHP, JavaScript) (Remote)
ENVIRONMENT:DESIGN, develop, and maintain software solutions, taking ownership of your work while actively contributing to team projects as the next Senior Software Developer wanted by a dynamic Online Learning Platform. You will create and maintain relational...
Solutions Architect – Data Platforms (Fabric & Databricks) at Ntice Sourcing Solutions (Pty) Ltd.
A leading technology and consulting organisation is seeking an experienced Solutions Architect - Data Platforms to design and deliver modern enterprise data platforms using Microsoft Fabric and Databricks technologiesThis role combines hands-on architecture delivery,...
Senior Software Developer (C#, .NET Core, PHP, JavaScript) (Remote) – Eastern Cape Eastern Cape
ENVIRONMENT:DESIGN, develop, and maintain software solutions, taking ownership of your work while actively contributing to team projects as the next Senior Software Developer wanted by a dynamic Online Learning Platform. You will create and maintain relational...
Solutions Architect – Data Platforms (Fabric & Databricks) at Ntice Sourcing Solutions (Pty) Ltd. – Gauteng Gauteng
A leading technology and consulting organisation is seeking an experienced Solutions Architect - Data Platforms to design and deliver modern enterprise data platforms using Microsoft Fabric and Databricks technologiesThis role combines hands-on architecture delivery,...
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