Climate change is redrawing the malaria map in Africa

Malaria is the deadliest climate-sensitive infectious disease. Yet, researchers and public health officials have debated how climate change has shaped its spread. A new Nature study by an international team, including the University of Cape Town (UCT), resolved this...

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...

Mastercard opens nominations for Women SME Leaders Awards

Mastercard has announced the return of Women SME Leaders Awards for its third edition, shining a spotlight on the achievements of women-owned and led businesses across Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa (EEMEA). Nominations are now open for the awards, inviting...

Why range records set for hydrogen cars may not matter

At the end of February 2024, the UK ran its second Hydrogen Week. During this week, Hyundai set two new records for the driving range of its fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs). While certainly a significant achievement, will the ultimate range of FCEVs impact...

Data centre switch sales hit all-time high

Global data centre switch revenue was up 11% year-over-year in 3Q 2021, reaching an all-time high. According to a recent report by Dell'Oro Group, Arista and white box switch suppliers captured most of the growth and gained more than one point of revenue share each....

Enterprise WLAN market maintains growth

Growth rates remained strong in the enterprise segment of the wireless local area networking (WLAN) market in the third quarter of 2021 (3Q21) as the market increased 11,9% year over year to $1,9-billion. In the consumer-class WLAN market, revenues declined 7,3% in...

Tourism body calls for end to blanket travel restrictions

The World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) of the United Nations calls out against the introduction of blanket restrictions on travel, as witnessed in recent days. The call echoes the concerns raised by UNWTO Members during the 24th UNWTO General Assembly (30 November-3...

Africa’s savannah conservation land in a bad way

New research suggests that over 80% of Africa's savannah conservation land is failing or deteriorating with just 10% in a state of success or recovery. The study, published in Conservation Letters, assessed the performance of 516 protected areas and community...

SAIPA announces Olympiad winners

The South African Institute of Professional Accountants (SAIPA) has awarded the winners of its National Accounting and Maths Olympiad (NAMO). "This year, we took the competition in a whole new direction and the results were outstanding," says Professor Rashied Small,...

Despite everything, consumer outlook is brighter

Consumers are returning to in-store shopping in greater numbers, and out-of-home entertainment and travel are on the rise as three in five (61%) express optimism about the future. These are among the findings from the latest PwC 2021 Global Consumer Insights Pulse...

Microsoft takes over 42 hacking sites

Microsoft has seized 42 websites from a and intelligence-gathering China-based hacking group which it has dubbed Nickel. A federal court granted Microsoft's request to allow it Digital Crimes Unit to take over the US-based websites and redirecting traffic to secure...

Component shortages stifle African smartphone growth

Africa's smartphone market saw shipments decline 2,3% quarter on quarter (QoQ) during Q3 2021, according to the latest figures announced by International Data Corporation (IDC). While the region displayed signs of recovery in H1 2021, IDC's newly released Quarterly...

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Technica grows local cyber security skills

Technica, provider of easily accessible and internationally accredited e-learning solutions, aims to redefine skills development in South Africa through the provision of interactive multi-media training, tailored to the South African marketplace. Initially designed...

Zetes wins Ugandan biometric contract

Zetes announces that it has won a contract to supply Uganda with 4 250 biometric kits for citizen identification. The project is being delivered in conjunction with MFI, Zetes’ main local contractor and partner. The biometric kits will be used for voter registration...

uAfrica.com, Shopify grow African e-commerce

uAfrica.com, a South African e-commerce technology company, has partnered with Shopify, a leading commerce platform that specialises in powerful solutions for retailers to sell online and in-store, to provide its services to the South African market. South Africans...

Businesses need better wireless LANs

Aruba Networks’ recent #GenMobile report revealed how mobility as a user trend has transformed the traditional workforce. Some of the most telling findings were that most South Africans prefer wireless connectivity over fixed lines, and that 93% of respondents...

MPS, MDS no longer a nice-to-have

At first glance, it may appear that printing in the office doesn't create that much of a dent in overall finances. However, the most costly processes of printing are often overlooked and continue without our knowledge – particularly when it comes to wasted resources...

Your partners need business continuity plans

Widely recognised as a great way to improve efficiency and allow for a focus on core business, outsourcing also presents specific risks to business continuity. That’s because an incident at a service provider can have a knock-on effect, interrupting production at your...

BI: thinking inside the box

The landscape of business intelligence (BI) is shifting. More and more companies are looking for a rapid implementation of a BI solution. While the request to see a return on investment in a solution as quickly as possible is not unfounded, organisations are starting...

LG announces G3 smartphone

LG Electronics (LG) has announced its G3 smartphone, the successor to the company’s LG G2. Developed under the Simple is the New Smart concept, LG G3 is a culmination of consumer research based on LG’s product development philosophy, Learning from You. The LG G3 was...

Limiting the consequences of an attack

There is no such thing as 100% security. Any company who believes that throwing fortunes at technologies that try to get rid of all threats, is setting itself up for failure. “Rather than trying to prevent breaches only, companies should also focus on the ability to...

Arte Meccanica implements new IT system

Arte Meccanica has appointed partners, Rifle-Shot Performance Holdings and Isah, to assist them with production and efficient labour planning, streamlining processes and creating accurate job costings. Arte Meccanica produces what is known as the most beautifully...

Senior C# Developer

The role requires a dynamic individual, who can create user information solutions by developing, implementing, and maintaining Web-Based Applications, and is adaptive and have a great academic record. Design, develop, and implement applications to support business...

Data Analyst at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

About our client:If you are looking for a meaningful and impactful contribution to philanthropic initiatives while earning well and working for a dynamic, organised and innovative global organisation, this employer is well worth considering. What you will be...

Data Analyst (CPT/JHB Hybrid) – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:A leading Travel Specialist with a vision of creating a future where vital ecosystems and local communities thrive together on the African continent seeks the expertise of a Data Analyst to join its team. You will partner with business to collect, analyse,...

Test Automation Engineer – Gauteng Midrand

Are you a tech-savvy individual with a passion for cutting-edge technologies? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where innovation and collaboration are key? If so, we want you to join our team as a Test Automation Engineer. We're at the forefront of...

Senior C# Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

The role requires a dynamic individual, who can create user information solutions by developing, implementing, and maintaining Web-Based Applications, and is adaptive and have a great academic record. Design, develop, and implement applications to support business...

Digital Strategist (Senior) at Accenture

About Accenture Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world's leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth, and enhance public...

Controls Software Engineer

A well-established business is seeking to appoint a SKA Mid - Controls Software Engineer.Qualifications:BTech/BEng/ MTech/ MEng/PHD in Mechatronics, Electronic Engineering, Control Systems, Computer Science, or such relevant qualifications.Experience:BTech in...

FullStack DevOps Engineer

Full Stack DevOps Wanted! Are you a tech-savvy individual with a passion for cutting-edge technologies? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where innovation and collaboration are key? If so, we want you to join our team. We're at the forefront of revolutionizing...

Application Developer at T and T Academy

Our client based in Johannesburg would like to employ an Application Developer to join them JOB PURPOSE A developer is required to develop, test, document and implement application/systems using the latest version of dot net. The type of projects includes Web API,...

Digital Strategist (Senior) at Accenture – Western Cape Cape Town

About Accenture Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world's leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth, and enhance public...

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