AI transformation is outpacing security readiness across Africa
As organisations across Africa accelerate their AI-driven digital transformation, cyberattackers are moving even faster - exploiting new AI systems, data pipelines, and autonomous agents that were never designed with security in mind, according to new research from...
Meta launches first LLM from its Superintelligence Labs
Meta has Meta has announced Muse Spark, the first in a new series of large language models built by Meta Superintelligence Labs. Over the last nine months, Meta Superintelligence Labs rebuilt its AI stack from the ground up, on a fast development cycle we have run...
Cloud maturity the defining factor for insurers’ competitiveness
South Africa’s insurance sector is entering a critical inflexion point, with Deloitte’s view being that that AI ambition across the industry will stall unless insurers accelerate cloud modernisation in parallel with their AI strategies. The report shows that although...
‘Valuable’ personal data worth just €2 per user for GDPR non-compliance
Last year, European data protection authorities issued over 330 penalties for GDPR non-compliance, totaling nearly €1,15-billion in fines. The most expensive mistake was processing personal data without a sufficient legal basis, particularly within the media,...
NASA tests technology that could save commercial aviation big
NASA researchers successfully completed a high-speed taxi test of a scale model of a design that could make future aircraft more efficient by improving how air flows across a wing’s surface, saving fuel and money. On 12 January 2025, the Crossflow Attenuated Natural...
QR code phishing attacks surge
Kaspersky has reported a spike in phishing emails containing malicious QR codes. Detections for these jumped from 46 969 in August 2025 to 249 723 in November 2025 – a more than fivefold growth – as cybercriminals increasingly exploit QR codes, a trend that will...
US-based TikTok open for business
The new TikTok USDS joint venture has been officially established in compliance with the executive order signed by President Trump on 25 September 2025. Investors in the company including the software giant Oracle; Emirati investment firm MGX; and investment firm...
Youth education a security imperative in Africa
With organisations experiencing an average of 2 207 cyber attacks per week according to Check Point’s Threat Intelligence Report, cyber security is a major problem facing enterprises, governments, and seasoned professionals. Today’s digital threats target schools,...
AIoT drives transformation in manufacturing and energy
AIoT, the convergence of artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things, is enhancing efficiency, security and decision-making at manufacturing, industrial and energy companies worldwide. Key findings from the IDC InfoBrief, How AIoT Is Reshaping Industrial...
ISPA celebrates its 30th birthday at ZANOG@iWeek2026
This year marks ISPA’s 30 year anniversary since a group of competing ISPs united in a move that would ensure fair competition in the South African market. ISPA, its members and supporters have been working to liberalise the South African internet over the past three...
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Infobip, Bayobab transform SMS services in Africa
Infobip has entered into a strategic five-year partnership with African digital connectivity provider Bayobab. Bayobab will use Infobip’s communication platform as a service (CPaaS) customer modules and routing management to handle campaign management, APIs, and...
Amantha Naidoo joins NTT Data executive
NTT Data has announced the appointment of Amantha Naidoo as managing executive for South Africa, effective 1 May 2025. In this strategic role, Naidoo will be responsible for driving NTT Data’s growth and strategy execution in the South African market, while supporting...
Africa’s energy should balance fossil fuels and renewables
There’s a promising future for African renewables as the continent strives to balance its current reliance on fossil fuels, writes NJ Ayuk, executive chairman of the African Energy Chamber. That’s the prediction of the African Energy Chamber’s 2025 Outlook Report on...
SA’s e-commerce on track for 1bn transactions in 2025
E-commerce has become an everyday necessity for South Africans, writes Jonathan De Matteis, head of sales at Pay@. Initially, only a niche audience was willing to see past some of the technology’s growing pains, such as purchases being limited to card transactions and...
Investing in human capital management pays off
A company’s growth and success are inextricably linked to its employees. They are the heartbeat of any organisation – driving innovation, productivity and prosperity. It’s no wonder therefore, that many businesses view their workforce as “human capital” – an...
A comprehensive guide to HMI and OT protection
In the realm of industrial cybersecurity, understanding potential attack vectors is vital for developing robust defence strategies. By Andre Froneman, OT solutions specialist at Datacentrix Human machine interfaces (HMIs) in industrial environments are critical for...
Key fintech trends point to a bright future in Africa
The number of tech startups in Africa has been rising steadily over the last few years, fuelled by increasing smartphone ownership, declining internet costs, expanded network coverage, and a rapidly urbanising young population. By Mili Soni, knowledge lawyer at...
How AI will transform trading in 2025
AI adoption is set to surge in 2025, bringing major advancements in accuracy, automation, and capability. According to PwC findings, these improvements will build upon each other, driving exponential growth across industries. The financial sector one of the top three...
Data privacy, AI threats, supply chains under threat in the SMB landscape
South Africa’s small and medium businesses (SMBs) will continue to grapple with cybersecurity challenges throughout 2025. Tougher enforcement of data privacy laws and the rise of new artificial intelligence (AI) related threats are among the issues that will dominate...
Advanced regulatory technology crucial for SA’s fight against financial crime
Advanced technology solutions are playing a crucial role in strengthening South Africa’s fight against financial crime. Real-time data access, enhanced screening and alerting systems, and artificial intelligence-driven AML tools are enabling financial institutions to...
BI Analytics at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
The Senior BI Analytics Specialist is responsible for delivering enterprise-level business intelligence solutions that drive strategic decision-making. This role focuses on advanced data modelling, dashboard development, and analytical reporting across large-scale...
Senior Front-End Software Developer (Angular, TypeScript) (JHB/Stellenbosch)
ENVIRONMENT:A pragmatic Senior Front End Software Developer who enjoys seeing their creations bring tangible value to people is sought to join the team of a dynamic AgriTech business. You will help build out a high-quality SaaS platform for the Agricultural sector and...
Senior Back End Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Ready to build the invisible engine that powers thousands of developers worldwide? As a Senior Back-End Developer, you'll be part of a small, elite platform team responsible for creating secure, compliant and reusable cloud infrastructure components and reference...
Project Manager
My client based in Woodstock is currently looking for a Project Manager to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Qualifications & Experience 8+ years Project Management experience3+ years managing programmes or multiple interdependent projectsProven...
Senior Front-End Software Developer (Angular, TypeScript) (JHB/Stellenbosch) – Gauteng Johannesburg
ENVIRONMENT:A pragmatic Senior Front End Software Developer who enjoys seeing their creations bring tangible value to people is sought to join the team of a dynamic AgriTech business. You will help build out a high-quality SaaS platform for the Agricultural sector and...
Senior Back End Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Pretoria
Ready to build the invisible engine that powers thousands of developers worldwide? As a Senior Back-End Developer, you'll be part of a small, elite platform team responsible for creating secure, compliant and reusable cloud infrastructure components and reference...
Project Manager – Western Cape Cape Town Region
My client based in Woodstock is currently looking for a Project Manager to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Qualifications & Experience 8+ years Project Management experience3+ years managing programmes or multiple interdependent projectsProven...
Data Technologist
Data Intelligence Specialist Looking to use your analytical expertise in an environment where precision, insight, and accountability matter? A reputable public-sector institution within the financial oversight and intelligence space is seeking a technically strong...
Senior Back-End Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
We are looking for a Senior Back-End Developer to design and deliver secure, compliant, and reusable cloud infrastructure components and developer enablement solutions. The successful candidate will work within a global team to build scalable platforms, improve...
SAP ABAP Developer (Senior) 3373
Based on a strong technical ABAP background, play a technical solution architect role for all change requests.Mediate between developers and functional team members and will engage directly with product owner(s) and external partner feature team(s) for the respective...
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