AI is driving more breaches, at an average cost of $6m

One in four malicious breaches were AI-enabled – a 56% increase over last year – and these breaches cost an average of $6-million, roughly $1-million more than the global breach average of $4,99-million. This is among the findings from IBM's 2026 Cost of a Data Breach...

AI automation is having an impact on entry-level hiring

Nearly a quarter (22%) of CHROs report that at least one business leader in their organisation has stopped hiring for entry-level roles due to AI automation, according to Gartner. The 4Q25 Gartner survey of 110 heads of HR also found that 95% of organisations have...

Africa’s young people want jobs, clean government

Africa’s young people are more optimistic about the future of their countries, economies and the continent than at any point since the pandemic - but they are demanding jobs, cleaner government, safer communities, a stronger political voice and a model of democracy...

Even without data centres, Africa faces water bankruptcy

A new United Nations (UN) report says the world has moved past a water crisis into water bankruptcy – and Africa’s utility numbers already show what that looks like.

Shipping losses hit all-time low

Given that as much as 90% of international trade is transported across oceans, maritime safety is critical. Thirty years ago, the global shipping fleet lost around 200 large vessels a year. This total fell to a record low of 26 in 2023, a decline of more than...

Cybercriminals double exploitation of Linux vulnerabilities

In 2023, critical vulnerability registrations surged 3 times compared to 2019-2022 average. Although there has been a slight decrease in 2024, the trend persists due to increasing popularity of Linux systems, Kaspersky finds. Exploits are programs designed to leverage...

Emotet returns to to malware spot

Emotet has now pushed Trickbot out of first place after a long stay at the top, and is this month’s most prevalent malware, affecting 6% of organizations worldwide, according to Check Point Research’s Global Threat Index for January 2022. Log4j is also still proving...

Africa makes strides in digital readiness rankings

Leading African economies that have put in the hard work to improve their infrastructure, business conditions and overall competitiveness are generally performing better against other emerging markets in areas that measure their digital skills and sustainability....

Metaverse models will extend digital business

By 2026, 25% of people will spend at least one hour a day in the metaverse for work, shopping, education, social and/or entertainment, according to Gartner. “Vendors are already building ways for users to replicate their lives in digital worlds,” says Marty Resnick,...

Mara smartphone factory in KZN is up for sale

A factory set up by the Mara Group to manufacture smartphones in South Africa is up for sale. Park Village Auctions is inviting offers on assets from the electronics manufacturing concern located in Durban’s Dube TradePort. The factory was set up in 2019 by the Mara...

Zondo 2 underscores the key role of boards in CEO appointments

Volume 1 of the second Zondo Report (Zondo 2), which deals with Transnet, graphically shows how important it is for a CEO to appointed who has the right qualities - and, consequently, the board’s respect. This is according to Parmi Natesan, CEO of the Institute of...

World Mobile reaches milestone in bid to connect everyone

World Mobile Group, a global mobile network combining renewable energy with blockchain technology, has completed the reservation of 1 000 EarthNodes in its network. EarthNodes are the backbone of the World Mobile network, processing all transactions on the blockchain....

Global VPN downloads surge

With the rapid onset of cybercrime coupled with unprecedented internet usage caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, virtual private network (VPN) services have become one of the most popular tools to safeguard users’ online journeys. Besides increased privacy and security,...

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Samsung announces Galaxy S5 Mini

Samsung Electronics South Africa has announced the local availability of the Galaxy S5 Mini, a compact and powerful device supported by the dedicated fitness tools and enhanced device protection features found in the stylish Galaxy S5 smartphone. “The Galaxy S5 Mini...

Xerox PSG names new accounts manager

Bytes Document Solutions (BDS), Africa’s leading document management technology and solutions company and the largest Xerox distributor in the world, has appointed Ewald van Rensburg as production accounts manager, production systems group (PSG), for Xerox’s direct...

New temperature controller from Schneider

Schneider Electric, a global specialist in energy management, today announced at its Xperience Efficiency event in Johannesburg, that the new range of Zelio temperature controllers and accessories, key components for temperature regulation in heating and refrigeration...

Juniva is SA’s first health e-tailer

Living well isn’t just the past-time of conservationists, vegetarians and fitness enthusiasts. It’s gone mainstream where wheatgrass shots may soon be the new vodka and carbs have become a swear word. So, what’s driving us to become so healthy? “Modern living and poor...

Autodesk and ZIVA sign MOU

Autodesk, a leader in 3D design, engineering, and entertainment software, and the Zimbabwe Institute of Vigital Arts (ZIVA) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to help students become industry ready and take full advantage of opportunities in a new global...

Big impediments to the Internet of Things

The heart of the newly popular Internet of Things (IoT) is Internet-enabled sensing nodes. Saying the subject encompasses all wireless networks because they are all candidates for Internet enablement at node level is an unrealistic, tongue-in-cheek approach aimed more...

NetApp, VMware extend relationship

NetApp has announced it is extending its more than a decade-long alliance with VMware to help customers transition to an IT future that is increasingly software defined and embraces cloud computing. As a leader in software-defined storage (SDS), NetApp is forging a...

Data management education, skills needed

Big data is currently one of the most talked-about megatrends affecting the business world, along with cloud computing, customer centricity and data-centric legislation such as the Protection of Personal Information (PoPI) Act, says Gary Allemann, MD, Master Data...

DVT announces Lean Agile SA line-up

DVT Academy, the training arm of software and services company DVT, has announced additional content and speakers for the upcoming Lean Agile SA (formerly Continuously Lean) conference in Cape Town and Johannesburg in early October. Hosted in collaboration with the...

Improved customer experience grows profits

Just like the Internet has revolutionised the way in which consumers make purchases, it is also changing the way in which business-to-business (B2B) buying is conducted. As this process takes hold, those organisations which invest in delivering a superior consumer...

Systems Developer (C#, .Net, .Net Core) – Western Cape Bellville

ENVIRONMENT:A large distributor of Beverage Brands seeks the coding talents of a Systems Developer to play a key role in the documentation, development, installation, testing and maintenance of software systems, including integration related projects. You will also...

Software Engineer – Gauteng Centurion

Responsibilities: Develop and maintain software solutions that meet client requirements and industry standards.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and test software features.Troubleshoot and debug issues to ensure optimal performance and...

C#.Net Developer at Sabenza IT

Join the dynamic team at our client, a leading provider of innovative accounting software solutions. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for pushing boundaries, we empower businesses worldwide to streamline their financial processes and achieve their goals....

Business Analyst

ENVIRONMENT:SUPPORT the delivery of application while conducting tests and supporting business through Change Management, Training & Monitoring as the next Business Analyst sought by a dynamic Beverage Brand. You will also monitor the progress of systems projects...

Data Analyst -Lead

Fantastic position for a mid-level analyst aspiring to leadership. My client is a leading & stable medium sized FMCG company who requires a Data Analyst / Customer Insights Analyst to provide data/dashboards and reports on both existing as well as forecasted...

C#.Net Developer at Sabenza IT – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Join the dynamic team at our client, a leading provider of innovative accounting software solutions. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for pushing boundaries, we empower businesses worldwide to streamline their financial processes and achieve their goals....

Business Analyst – Western Cape Bellville

ENVIRONMENT:SUPPORT the delivery of application while conducting tests and supporting business through Change Management, Training & Monitoring as the next Business Analyst sought by a dynamic Beverage Brand. You will also monitor the progress of systems projects...

Data Analyst -Lead – Western Cape Oakdale

Fantastic position for a mid-level analyst aspiring to leadership. My client is a leading & stable medium sized FMCG company who requires a Data Analyst / Customer Insights Analyst to provide data/dashboards and reports on both existing as well as forecasted...

Senior Software Developer at Accenture

Senior Developer Are you ready to be part of a transformational journey that will reshape the digital landscape of Africa? A leading Pan-African telecommunications company is launching a groundbreaking Software Engineering Centre of Excellence (COE); dedicated to...

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