Attackers turn legitimate remote access tools into backdoors
Attackers are using trusted software, disguised malware and increasingly believable lures to gain access to user devices. This is according to HP Inc’s latest Threat Insights Report, which highlights a growing challenge for both users and defenders as malicious...
Zero trust drives SASE growth
According to a recently published report from Dell’Oro Group the Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) market grew 21% year-over-year (Y/Y) in 1Q 2026 to over $3-billion. The quarter reinforced that SASE is a strategic platform investment, with enterprises funding...
Applications open for JWO Research Grant
The Jennifer Ward Oppenheimer (JWO) Research Grant opens its 2026 call for applications today (23 March 2026), inviting early-career African scientists to submit research proposals that advance biodiversity and conservation on the continent. The grant is open to...
Are we upholding Section 14 in the digital age
As South Africa commemorates the 30th anniversary of the Constitution (21 March), we are celebrating a document that was designed to protect the inherent dignity of every citizen. In 1996, the threats to that dignity were largely physical. Today, however, our lives...
Hybrid working spurs part-timers to rejoin the workforce
With the current focus on driving economic growth, an International Workplace Group (IWG) report reveals the potential of hybrid work to boost productivity and bring more skilled labour into the workforce. IWG’s new data highlights that 44% of former part-time workers...
Influence the next frontier in gender parity
While global progress on gender equality in business leadership has stalled, South Africa is moving in the opposite direction – but although the country has largely solved representation, there’s a new gap emerging: influence. The latest SNG Grant Thornton Women in...
Governments keen on AI for routine decision-making
At least 80% of governments will deploy AI agents to automate routine decision-making, enhancing efficiency and service delivery by 2028, according to Gartner. “Government CIOs are under growing pressure to embed AI into decision-making capabilities rapidly and...
Manufacturing resilient despite financial strain
South Africa’s manufacturing industry has long been a cornerstone of the country’s economy and despite its decline over the last few years it is still providing significant employment and supporting business activity. However, the sector now faces a critical juncture,...
SA biotech makes critical molecule for lab-grown meat
A local biotechnology firm says it will produce a key molecule used internationally to grow meat products more sustainably following the successful industrial scale‑up of the molecule’s production process in CSIR bioreactors. Immobazyme, a South African start-up,...
Digital anxiety climbs as workers stay online after hours
A new Kaspersky survey undertaken in the Middle East, Turkiye and Africa (META) region reveals that digital anxiety is becoming a defining feature of modern work culture, as employees don’t disconnect even during their free time and vacations. According to the...
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MTN GigZone aims for affordable community connectivity
MTN South Africa has announced the launch of MTN GigZone, an initiative aimed at providing affordable and reliable community Internet access in underserved areas, offering 24-hour access for just R5. MTN GigZone will be rolled out in phases across selected townships,...
Vertiv launches free cooling evaporative solution
Vertiv has announced a significant upgrade of its thermal management product portfolio with the introduction of the next-gen Vertiv Liebert EFC free cooling unit with low-GWP (Global Warming Potential) refrigerant. The solution is designed to meet stringent...
Eskom’s evolution sparks hope of thinking outside the grid
For decades, South Africans have associated Eskom with crisis rather than innovation. However, a quiet transformation is underway, one that suggests the power utility is beginning to embrace creativity and technology in its approach to energy management and financial...
Emotional intelligence is a core competency in a skills-based economy
The notion that emotional intelligence (EQ) is a mere "soft skill" is questionable, writes Roland Innes, MD f Dyna Training. In today's dynamic skills-based economy EQ is a core competency, essential for dealing with constant change and achieving sustainable success....
The AI imperative for transforming public sector services
Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer an abstract construct; it's actively reshaping South Africa’s public sector, writes Mohammed Amin, senior vice-president: CEEMETA at Dell Technologies. But this transformation hinges on more than just adoption. For governments...
Technology could transform mother tongue education
Despite South Africa’s constitutional right to education in one’s preferred language, children not learning in their mother tongue continue to underperform when compared to those who do. With R99-million earmarked to support the expansion of mother tongue instruction...
Saffers look to solar as tariffs increase
Eskom was recently granted a reduced tariff hike of 12,74% by Nersa, which takes effect today (1 April 2025). While this is a reprieve from what could have been a 36% tariff hike earlier this year, it still places significant strain on South African consumers and...
NEC wins global-first TIP Gold Badge
NEC has become the first company to earn the Telecom Infra Project (TIP) Phoenix Gold Badge for its Network Operating System (NOS) software, designed to run on whitebox optical transponders. The Gold Badge is a mark of excellence for solutions that meet TIP’s rigorous...
Hisense partners with CNBM in SA
Hisense has introduced its sub-brand, Kelon, to South Africa, partnering with CNBM (China National Building Material Group) to jointly outline a blueprint for development. The agreement aims to drive joint innovation, excellence, and deeper collaboration between both...
What’s expected of employers regarding work-related illness?
Mental health cases in the workplace can be difficult for employers to manage. This task becomes even more difficult to navigate in circumstances where illnesses appear to arise in the context of work-related stressors or incidents. By Sian Gaffney, senior associate,...
Senior Full Stack Java Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Rev Up Your Career – Full Stack Java Developer Wanted for the Automotive Fast Lane!Are you a code-slinging gearhead who gets a thrill from turning complex business needs into sleek, high-performance digital solutions? Do you dream in Java and speak fluent Angular...
Business Analyst
Our client is looking for a Business Analyst to work closely with development teams and stakeholders to analyse, document, and improve business processes. This role involves requirements gathering, solution design support, and ensuring alignment between business needs...
Business Analyst (Supply Chain Systems) – Western Cape Cape Town
a leading South African value retailer, specializing in affordable fashion, footwear, and essentials for families, with a strong focus on children and women's wear, is seeking a Business Analyst who will be a critical link between the business, Pepkor IT, and external...
Finance System Analyst at The Foschini Group
JOB DESCRIPTION Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with finance departments and other stakeholders to gather and understand the business requirements, Create user stories and acceptance criteria Analyse and document detailed specifications for modifications,...
Finance System Analyst at The Foschini Group – Western Cape Parow East
JOB DESCRIPTION Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with finance departments and other stakeholders to gather and understand the business requirements, Create user stories and acceptance criteria Analyse and document detailed specifications for modifications,...
Intermediate Network Engineer (Linux, Telecoms) (CPT)
ENVIRONMENT:A leading Cloud Solutions company is on the hunt for a versatile and motivated Field Services Engineer to join their dynamic Field Services team. This role is ideal for a candidate with a strong background in unified communications, contact center...
Intermediate Network Engineer (Linux, Telecoms) (CPT) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:A leading Cloud Solutions company is on the hunt for a versatile and motivated Field Services Engineer to join their dynamic Field Services team. This role is ideal for a candidate with a strong background in unified communications, contact center...
Commercial Business Analyst
JOB SUMMARY: My client is in search of a suitably qualified and experienced individual to assume the above-mentioned role. The successful incumbent will provide insightful and timeous employee cost reporting. This role demands both a sharp analytical acumen and a deep...
Commercial Business Analyst – Mpumalanga Malalane
JOB SUMMARY: My client is in search of a suitably qualified and experienced individual to assume the above-mentioned role. The successful incumbent will provide insightful and timeous employee cost reporting. This role demands both a sharp analytical acumen and a deep...
C++ Developer
Requirements Minimum 3 years of practical coding experience in a professional or equivalent environment.A Relevant Degree or Diploma in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field will be advantageous.Prove ability to deliver working, production-ready...
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