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...

Net salaries hold steady for now, but uncertainty looms

The PayInc Net Salary Index, which tracks the average nominal net salaries of approximately 2,1-million South African earners, edged higher in March 2026. Remaining above year-ago levels, the data points to a stabilisation in net salaries over the first quarter of...

HIV treatment in Africa hamstrung by data gaps

New HIV studies presented this week at the Conference on Retroviruses and Opportunistic Infections (CROI 2026) highlight critical evidence gaps that must be addressed to improve HIV treatment strategies across Africa. Researchers from the Centre for Epidemiological...

Edge spending set for 15% growth

Worldwide spending on edge computing reached $265-billion in 2025, expected to nearly double by 2029, reflecting a pivotal expansion fueled by rapid Edge AI advancements that accelerate enterprise transformation and open new opportunities for service providers,...

Despite challenges, manufacturing sentiment is up

While the manufacturing sector remains under significant pressure, improved sentiment may signal a glimmer of hope for the future. According to the Q4 Absa Manufacturing Survey, business confidence rose by 16 index points from the third quarter to 39 points. While...

African banking is at a crossroads

A new report, Next-gen Banking Innovations: AI, Cybersecurity & Segment-based Banking, reveals that artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity are central to the digital transformation strategies of African banks, enabling them to achieve...

The year in SA Search

Google has released its 2025 Year in Search for South Africa, showing what people in the country tried to understand, fix, follow and debate over the past year. The report tracks the fastest-rising searches, offering a clear sense of the stories, questions and moments...

Smartphone sales for 2025 on track for 1,5% growth

Worldwide smartphone shipments are forecast to grow 1,5% year-on-year (YoY) in 2025 to 1,25-billion units, according to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker. This is an increase from 1% growth in prior forecast, primarily...

Shoppers used Black Friday 2025 to plan, not splurge

South Africans did not treat Black Friday as a spending free-for-all this year. Instead, they shopped with far more discipline, using flexible payment tools to manage cash flow and time purchases more deliberately. This is according to payments platform,  PayJustNow,...

GenAI and its role in education

The University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Centre for Innovation in Learning and Teaching (CILT) has shared early insights from its emerging research into how staff and students develop the literacies needed to use generative AI (GenAI) ethically, critically and...

Uncertainty shapes the pace of risk preparedness

There has been a continuous and rapid increase and convergence of risks and threats, according to International SOS. The organisation has released its 10th annual Risk Outlook report, providing critical insights into the evolving and emerging security and health risk...

Societal and technological threats on the rise

While G20 Business leaders remain concerned about the potential impact of economic downturn and inflation in the near-term, the risks associated with insufficient public services and social protections, lack of economic opportunity and misinformation and...

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Network International, Airtel advance strategic rollout plan

Network International, an enabler of digital commerce across the Middle East and Africa (MEA), is partnering with mobile money platform Airtel Money to roll out digital payment solutions across key African markets, starting with Uganda. More activations are scheduled...

Payments are driving SA’s digital future

The digital payment revolution is here and is transforming commerce, accelerating trade and driving economic inclusion at an unprecedented pace. By Ben Janse van Rensburg, CIO at BankservAfrica What once seemed futuristic is now at the heart of our daily life....

Trend Micro debuts proactive cybersecurity AI

Trend Micro has launched an AI agent designed to change the way enterprises approach cyber risk. Trend Cybertron is believed to be the industry’s first specialised cybersecurity large language model (LLM) designed to drive proactive security outcomes. Using precise...

Pushkar Gokhale is MTN SA’s new chief wholesale officer

MTN South Africa has appointed Pushkar Gokhale as chief wholesale officer, effective 1 August 2025. Pushkar joins MTN from Openserve, where he currently serves as the chief digital and strategy officer. He has held various executive leadership roles in diverse...

NEC XON achieves Palo Alto Networks Diamond Partner status

NEC XON has been awarded Diamond Partner status by Palo Alto Networks, achieving five specialisations that reinforce its leadership in end-to-end cybersecurity solutions. The company is now one of only three Diamond Partners in Africa and the only one with five...

Automated payroll a the solution to stress-free paydays

Payroll processing may not be the most glamorous part of running a business, but without it a company simply cannot function. Whether your team consists of one employee or a global workforce of thousands, accurate and reliable payroll is what keeps a business running...

Tech equity the new currency for women

In traditional finance, capital is a key driver of economic power. Similarly, digital access is a foundational form of capital for women today. It determines access to opportunities, economic participation, and social mobility, writes Christina Naidoo, chief operating...

Call to address the climate change reality in SA

This year’s World Engineering Day (4 March) was a powerful reminder of the critical role engineers play in driving progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). By Karen King, director of climate resilience at Royal HaskoningDHV  The theme, "Unleashing the...

Tighten controls ahead of PCI DSS v4.0.1

The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) has long been a cornerstone of payment security, ensuring that organisations handling cardholder data protect it against the ever-evolving threat landscape. By Simeon Tassev, MD and qualified security assessor...

Vertiv continues African data centre webinar series

Vertiv is resuming its technical webinar series in Africa in 2025. Called the “Technology Knowledge Forum” webinar series, the talks aim to keep data centre managers, IT professionals, and industry leaders informed on the latest technology trends shaping the...

Senior Gemstone Developer – Gauteng Centurion

Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Senior Gemstone Developer to join our client based in Centurion for a hybrid role.What you will be doing:Design, develop, test,...

RPA Analyst

Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for an RPA Analyst to join our financial services client based in Sandton for a hybrid 12-months contract.What you will be...

Senior Full Stack Developer

Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Senior Full Stack Developer (Java & Platform Engineering) to join our financial services client based in Centurion for a...

RPA Analyst – Remote Remote

Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for an RPA Analyst to join our financial services client based in Sandton for a hybrid 12-months contract.What you will be...

Senior Full Stack Developer – Gauteng Centurion

Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Senior Full Stack Developer (Java & Platform Engineering) to join our financial services client based in Centurion for a...

Reporting Data Analyst

My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for a Reporting Data Analyst to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Qualifications & Experience Relevant tertiary qualification (BCOM/BSC/Business Information/Psychology) from an industry-recognized...

Intermediate Technical Business Analyst

We are seeking an experienced Intermediate Technical Business Analyst to join a dynamic financial services environment on a 12-month contract. The successful candidate will play a critical role in translating business requirements into clear technical specifications,...

Reporting Data Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town Region

My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for a Reporting Data Analyst to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Qualifications & Experience Relevant tertiary qualification (BCOM/BSC/Business Information/Psychology) from an industry-recognized...

Level 2 / Level 3 Support Engineer (Firewall & Security Focus)

Position: Level 2 / Level 3 Support Engineer – Firewall & SecurityLocation: Centurion Industry: Data, Analytics & IT SolutionsAbout the CompanyOur client is a specialist technology solutions provider focusing on data, security and infrastructure services for...

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