RenEngine loader found in pirated games and software
Kaspersky Threat Research has revealed its analysis of RenEngine, a malware loader that has recently gained public attention. Kaspersky identified RenEngine samples as early as March 2025, with its solutions already protecting users from the threat at that time....
$29,5trn in mineral wealth poised to boost African jobs
Africa’s mining sector maintains its role as a key contributor of employment creation, fuelled by rising global demand for critical minerals. According to the Compendium of Africa’s Strategic Minerals 2026, released last week by the Africa Finance Corporation (AFC),...
Robust growth for SA retail
South African retail sales value and volume saw robust growth in the third quarter of 2025, according to the latest NielsenIQ (NIQ) South Africa State of the Retail Nation analysis. South African consumers spent nearly R167,5-billion on fast-moving consumer goods...
ITU sets path for digital inclusion
Member states of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) agreed on a roadmap to bring connectivity to everyone around the world as the World Telecommunication Development Conference (WTDC-25) closed in Baku, Azerbaijan. The Baku Action Plan agreed at WTDC-25...
Data centres turn to oceans and space as energy demand soars
The growing popularity of artificial intelligence (AI), cloud services and digital applications is driving unprecedented demand for computing power, placing huge pressure on traditional land-based data centres. To alleviate some of this pressure and meet the needs of...
Business leaders believe AI can accelerate climate goals
Business leaders have voiced support for artificial intelligence (AI) as a tool to accelerate, rather than hinder, climate progress. KPMG surveyed than 1 200 senior executives from major companies spanning a variety of industries across 20 countries for the report:...
Consumers are already spending like it’s a recession
Fifty-six percent of consumers are already spending as if the economy is in a recession or making changes to prepare, according to a survey by Gartner. Their active adoption of recessionary behaviours signals a profound shift in consumer attitudes toward money and...
SA young scientists spotlight innovations in Bali
Four young scientists are set to showcase their award-winning innovations at the World Innovative Science Project Olympiad (WISPO) in Bali, Indonesia, from 10 to 13 December 2025. The learners, all Gold medal winners at the Eskom Expo International Science Fair (ISF),...
Call for catalytic action to scale jobs and growth
The G20 Social and Solidarity Economy Summit, an official G20 side event convened by Africa Forward and SAP, brought together government officials, policymakers, private sector leaders, social entrepreneurs, youth networks and partners to chart a new direction:...
Businesses urged to take action as 95% of AI pilot projects fail
A recent MIT report featured in Fortune magazine revealed that 95% of generative-AI pilot projects are failing, resulting in investors pulling back and misrepresenting this as a failure of the technology itself. However, the real failure lies in the way organisations...
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As the custodians of vast amounts of sensitive customer information, companies globally face increasing scrutiny over their data governance practices and with good reason. “Data is the new oil.” It’s a cliché, but it’s accurate. By Christopher Lawson, managing...
Do we need stronger cyber regulation to fight ID fraud?
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How to manage, optimise cloud in mining
African businesses are gaining momentum in the adoption of digital technologies to enhance their operations. Even though challenges such as infrastructure development and regulatory constraints remain, digital transformation is accelerating, writes Duncan van...
Cloud best practices in 2025
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Why trust and governance matter for AI
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Don’t get scammed on financial services
As 2025 has set in and South Africans find their feet after ‘Januworry’, financial scams remain a threat. The 2024 Identity Fraud Report noted fraud rates in South Africa soared by more than 300%. In fact, in the first half of 2024, nearly 5% of all attempted digital...
Plan for a hassle-free payroll and HR system upgrade
If payroll errors, delayed pay runs and expensive compliance fines are causing you headaches, it might be time to upgrade to a new payroll and HR system. While this is a significant decision, it’s one that demands careful financial planning, says Ian McAlister, GM of...
Powering sustainable mining operations in Africa
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Security myths that could sink your business
Despite growing awareness of cybersecurity risks, misconceptions persist that could lead your business astray in 2025. By Stephen Osler, co-founder and business development director at Nclose, examines the most common myths and how organisations can debunk them in...
Optimising GEO satellite performance for the cloud
GEO satellite is a viable option for companies wanting the ubiquity of cloud from remote and rural locations in South Africa, writes Kathleen Morris, satellite product manager at Vox. There is, says McKinsey, $3-trillion in business value waiting in the cloud for...
Backend Developer – AWS Cloud at Datonomy Solutions – Western Cape Cape Town
We are looking for a highly skilled Backend Developer with proven experience in AWS cloud development and LLM-based AI integrations.The ideal candidate will design, build, and optimise backend services that power a retail AI engine, including the ingestion of user...
Mid-Level Ruby on Rails Developer – Western Cape Cape Town CBD
Mid-Level Ruby on Rails DeveloperJoin a high-impact digital health platform shaping global medical trainingCape Town / Remote | R30 000 - R40 000 p/m About Our ClientOur client builds and maintains complex digital training platforms for global pharmaceutical...
Senior Systems Analyst at Financial Intelligence Centre
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Mid-Tier DBA (DBN Hybrid)
ENVIRONMENT:PLAY a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient management, security, and optimisation of the SQL Server databases of a cutting-edge Tech company in Durban wanting you as its next Mid-Tier DBA. Your expertise in database management, SSAS, scripting,...
Senior Systems Analyst at Financial Intelligence Centre – Gauteng Pretoria
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Mid-Tier DBA (DBN Hybrid) – KwaZulu-Natal Durban
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ENVIRONMENT:CREATE reliable, robust and user-friendly solutions as the next Mid-Level Software Developer wanted by a fast-paced Specialist in End-to-end IT Management and Consultative IT Services. You will develop commercial-grade web applications, conduct Planning /...
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