Defences improve, but ransomware still threatens SA businesses

Almost two-thirds (63%) of ransomware incidents in South Africa resulted in data being encrypted over the past year, according to the new State of Ransomware in South Africa 2026 report from Sophos. This is above the global average of 56% and an increase from the 60%...

20 years on and gender gap parity is fracturing

Twenty years after the World Economic Forum first measured the global gender gap, the world is closer to parity than ever, but progress is fragile, with gains reversing in some areas, according to the Global Gender Gap Report 2026. Women now reach senior leadership in...

Unemployed are least likely to prioritise betting spending-limit tools

The online betting group most likely to prioritise debt repayment with a windfall is also the group least likely to ask regulators or operators for spending controls, according to new research from Softswiss. Fewer than four in 10 unemployed South Africans think...

AI-first enterprises will win big if they do it right

Kathy Gibson reports - Enterprises that are reshaping and reinventing business domains around artificial intelligence (AI) are on track to experience great return on investment (ROI) and become more competitive. But there is a currently a big disconnect between AI...

Top trends in software engineering

Gartner has revealed the top five strategic technology trends in software engineering for 2024 and beyond. Meeting business objectives is one of their top three performance objectives for 65% of software engineering leaders, according to the research group's survey of...

ERA Bill a step towards achieving energy objectives

The South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA) is encouraged by the recent approval of the Electricity Regulation Amendment (ERA) Bill by the National Council of Provinces (NCOP). "Key provisions of the ERA Bill, such as establishing an open market platform for...

Business confidence flat as shocks take their toll

After falling from 50 to 43 in the third quarter, the RMB/BER Business Confidence Index (BCI) remained unchanged in the fourth quarter of 2021. The outcome could easily have been better were it not for a variety of special factors that kept sentiment subdued. The...

Speed and convenience the main drivers for transit choices

Mobility and transportation consume 20% of the world's energy - most of which is powered by fossil fuels. With the growing trend of mass urbanisation comes increased congestion especially as more cities emerge out of lockdown, which can rapidly accelerate the energy...

Malware exploits streaming platforms

From the beginning of January 2020 through to the end of June 2021, Kaspersky products detected more than 93 000 infection attempts disguised as the top five streaming platforms: Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV+, Amazon Prime Video and Hulu. When it comes to original shows...

In-school nutrition key to stemming SA’s learner dropout rate

The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic has been particularly severe on South Africa's learners, with research showing that as many as half a million more children than expected have dropped out of school during the pandemic. This is according to the results of a recent...

Global smartphone sales in Q3 decline

Global smartphone sales to end-users declined 6,8% in the third quarter of 2021, compared to the same time period in 2020, according to Gartner. Component shortages disrupted production schedules, leading to lower inventory and delayed product availability, which...

Digitalisation key to improving SMEs chances of success

Approximately 75% of South Africa's small and medium enterprises (SMEs) fail within the first five years. And these companies contribute only 25% to gross domestic product (GDP) when compared to 60% in more developed economies. This is the word from Lunga Siyo, CEO of...

Resilient systems key to infrastructure and operations success

In a world where constant change is becoming routine, Gartner urges infrastructure and operations (I&O) leaders to shift their traditional focus from efficiency to one of adaptive resilience. "I&O leaders must re-imagine how they manage their talent, their...

Record quarter for AMD computer and graphics segment

AMD is a household name among gamers. It benefitted from the boost in engagement the gaming industry experienced in 2020, and which has clearly carried over the momentum into 2021. According to data presented by Wette.de, in Q3 2021, AMD recorded its largest ever...

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Collaboration for Alcatel-Lucent, Intel

Alcatel-Lucent announced that it is expanding its collaboration with Intel Corporation to help operators worldwide improve their time to market and operational efficiency, and to drive the creative development of new products and services for consumers and business...

Server load balancing makes sense for SMBs

South African businesses within the small-to-mid size market may consider server load balancing (SLB) an investment that is just a little too far from reach and an unnecessary burden. The truth is that the business case for an investment of this kind makes sense and...

EMC announces Claude Schuck appointment

In line with its ongoing focus on the channel, EMC Southern Africa has appointed Claude Schuck as channel manager - formerly head of Dell’s Large Enterprise business unit, Schuck has almost two decades’ experience in the IT industry, including many years in the...

TCC rolls out Aspect solution

The UK-based contact centre outsourcer, The Contact Company (TCC), has chosen Aspect Software to improve efficiency and productivity across 1 000 seats over two sites in Birkenhead. The largest independent contact centre in the UK will deploy Aspect’s workforce...

The supply chain has gone global

When America sneezes, the world catches a cold. The famous quote was initially uttered about France and Europe by Austria’s Prince Klemens von Metternich during the French Revolution and Napoleonic wars to describe the effect it had on the rest of Europe, says Simon...

Know your NAS

Network attached storage (NAS) is a fast-growing technology in today’s data driven world, and has become something of a buzzword as it gains popularity. But what exactly is NAS? How does it differ from a file server? What benefits does it offer and what is RAID? What...

Online retailers need to manage risk

Retailers moving into the online space for the first time face risks that don’t exist in the bricks-and-mortar world, says Brendon Williamson, GM of business development at payment services provider PayGate – and they need to ensure they are well protected. Merchants...

MTN standardises international call rates

With effect from Saturday (1 March), MTN South Africa standardised international call rates across its prepaid, top up, and contract price plans to make it easier for customers to manage their budgets when reaching out to family and friends who are abroad. "As a...

10 ways to improve reliability

By Ian Huntly, CEO of Rifle-Shot Performance Holdings, official representatives of SoftExpert in South Africa and Ricky Smith, maintenance consultant and specialist and well-known published author. * Purchase a copy of Terry Wireman’s book “World Class Maintenance”....

WAPA partnerships boost wireless industry

The Wireless Access Providers’ Association (WAPA) is growing in numbers as an ever-wider circle of stakeholders join its membership ranks. WAPA currently has 185 members, an increase from 143 at this time last year, representing 28% year over year growth. One of...

Junior Software Developer (C#.Net) – Western Cape Tokai

ENVIRONMENT:THE coding talents of an ambitious Junior Software Developer with strong C#.Net skills is sought by dynamic provider of world-class Outsourced and Incident Management Services based in Tokai. You will help design, develop and maintain various business...

Java Team Lead – Remote Remote

Our client is awesome. And they are on the hunt for a strong Java Team Lead.Based in Melrose Arch, you will be part of a team of top notch professionals who are team orientated and collaborative in their approach. Flexibility is offered, but team culture and...

Mobile Engineer ( IOS) – Western Cape Cape Town CBD

This position reports to the Mobile Engineering Team Lead. Help design, develop and refine new featuresLocate and resolve bugs and crashesBrainstorm new ideas and conceptsWork with teammates on design, code reviews, and estimationWe expect you to:Be...

SQL Developer – Remote Remote

Senior SQL DeveloperStability and longevityR800 000 - R900 000Join an established team of SQL Developers collaborating using your 6+ years of proven knowledge and experience in coding on payroll/financial software to enhance and develop the SQL software to each...

Medical Sales and Application Specialist

Leading medical supplier is looking for a Sales and Application Specialist to join their team. A Radiography / Sonography qualification is required.Grade 12 certificate as a minimum requirementRadiography / Sonography qualification and working experience is...

IT Support Technician

Qualification and Experience requirements: Appropriate qualification in ICT NQF6 plus 3 years of experience OrGrade 12 plus A+, N+ and MCSA or equivalent with at least 5+ years of experienceDriver's license and must be willing to travelRequired skills and knowledge...

Senior Business Analyst

We are seeking a Senior Business Analyst to join our team! If you're a mastermind at analysing data, identifying trends, and creating solutions, then we need you! The role is onsite, based in Kelvin, Sandton. What you'll do:Consult to various clients, and their...

Scrum Master

GoldenRule is in search of a Scrum Master to join a leading Investment Giant.The purpose of the Scrum Master is to coordinate the delivery of value through the operational level of the Agile Release Train. They will spend much of their time helping other team members...

Project Manager (6 months contract) at Rand Mutual Assurance

As the Implementation and Enablement Specialist you will oversee the planning and tracking of specific Life & Partnerships initiatives within RML with specific deliverables as identified by Senior Management, from time to time. The incumbent will support the...

Medical Sales and Application Specialist – Gauteng Midrand

Leading medical supplier is looking for a Sales and Application Specialist to join their team. A Radiography / Sonography qualification is required.Grade 12 certificate as a minimum requirementRadiography / Sonography qualification and working experience is...

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