Employees are the biggest cyber threat – and it will only get worse

South Africa experienced a 46% increase in insider cyber risk in 2026, surpassing the global average of 44%. What’s more, 63% of South African companies surveyed expect insider‑driven data losses to increase as growing numbers of disgruntled employees are resorting to...

Interconnected systems at risk of a digital pandemic

Are we ready for solar storms, submarine cable cuts, satellite disruptions, and extreme weather to disrupt communication networks and potentially trigger a “digital pandemic"? A new report – “When digital systems fail: The hidden risks of our digital world​" –...

CEOs are reshaping C-suite roles for the AI era

The accelerating pace of artificial intelligence (AI) is pushing CEOs to redesign how C-suite roles are structured to drive greater business impact across the enterprise. In the foreword of a new global study from the IBM Institute for Business Value, IBM...

Net salaries hold steady for now, but uncertainty looms

The PayInc Net Salary Index, which tracks the average nominal net salaries of approximately 2,1-million South African earners, edged higher in March 2026. Remaining above year-ago levels, the data points to a stabilisation in net salaries over the first quarter of...

Fixing the broken STEM pipeline for women and girls

South Africa has made undeniable progress in opening STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) to women. Classrooms are fuller, graduation ceremonies are more representative, and policy frameworks are more ambitious than ever before. Yet beneath these...

Non-biologic processes don’t fully explain Mars organics

In a new study, researchers say that non-biological sources they considered could not fully account for the abundance of organic compounds in a sample collected on Mars by NASA’s Curiosity rover. In March 2025, scientists reported identifying small amounts of decane,...

Nvidia connects quantum and GPU computing

Nvidia has launched NVQLink - an open system architecture for tightly coupling the extreme performance of GPU computing with quantum processors to build accelerated quantum supercomputers. Researchers from leading supercomputing centres at national laboratories...

Are AI and robotics about to stall in manufacturing?

Nearly half of organisations lack confidence in their manufacturing strategy to deliver on business outcomes over the next three years, according to a new survey from Gartner. The survey found that two-thirds of organisations are not pursuing the needed aggressive...

Another month of growth for African air cargo

Data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) released for September 2025 global air cargo markets shows that total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), rose by 2,9% compared to September 2024 levels (+3.2% for international operations)....

Open-source AI connector could be abused by cyberattackers

Kaspersky has found that Model Context Protocol (MCP) could be weaponised by cybercriminals as a supply chain attack vector, potentially leading to harmful impacts, including, but not limited to the leakage of password, credit card, cryptowallet and other types of...

ADC expands in East Africa with Wingu partnership

Wingu Africa, which providers carrier-neutral, Tier III-standard data centres in East Africa, has entered a strategic partnership with Africa Data Centres. The collaboration links the East African markets of Djibouti, Ethiopia, and Tanzania with Africa Data Centres’...

Disruption, technology drive consumer behaviour

Kathy Gibson reports - The 2020s have generally been an uneasy decade, with disruption coming from many directions - and this is affecting how consumers feel about the brands they buy. Nick Coates, regional CEO of Ipsos Sub-Saharan Africa, points to a several macro...

Notorious cybercriminals target execs using AI-driven tools

Kaspersky’s Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) has revealed the latest BlueNoroff APT activity through two highly targeted malicious campaigns – “‘GhostCall” and “GhostHire” – targeting Web3 and cryptocurrency organisations across India, Turkiye, Australia, and...

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Personalised messaging key for better CX

The customer service landscape is transforming, with businesses shifting from merely solving problems to delivering proactive, personalised customer experiences. This shift is driven by the personalisation revolution, where tailoring interactions to meet individual...

Find smart ways to fill skills and drive growth

In 2021, more than 60% of enterprises in the European Union could not fill technology-related vacancies. Globally, companies are feeling the pressure when it comes to skills gaps across IT tech (27%), cloud computing (26%), AI and machine learning (26%), and data...

Pathways to digitally transformed, sustainable, safer roads

People often overlook the importance of road transport systems, but their smooth functioning relies on the interaction of various elements within the built environment, writes By John Rammutla, associate: highways, transport and infrastructure at WSP in Africa. The...

How to retain your infosec professionals

Burnout among information security (infosec) professionals is a prevalent cause of staff turnover, as highlighted by a recent Kaspersky study that included participants from the META region. The growing complexity of the cyberthreat landscape and the persistent skills...

Putting the customer first, adding value is key for Black Friday

Black Friday is almost upon us again, just in time to raise the stress levels for everyone involved. Shoppers are in a rush trying to find the deals that offer value, while retailers for their part need to achieve sales numbers in order to satisfy shareholders. By...

How AI and data analytics can transform your business

Artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics are revolutionising industries across the globe. Businesses of all sizes are beginning to understand the potential these tools have to streamline operations, improve decision-making, and drive growth. However, many...

Westcon-Comstor extends Weblib distribution

Westcon-Comstor has announced an expansion of its partnership with intelligent WiFi solutions vendor Weblib to cover the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region. The two companies have a long-standing relationship in France. Under the newly-expanded distribution...

2024 Xero Beautiful Business Fund winners revealed

Xero has announced the 28 small business and non-profit winners of the 2024 Xero Beautiful Business Fund, each winning a share of a R8-million global prize pool. The winners represent a diverse group of organisations committed to driving meaningful change and...

Beware the implications of CIPC non-compliance

South Africa’s business owners face serious consequences for not complying with the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) requirements. More than 650 000 companies were deregistered last year mostly due to missed annual returns, according to the CIPC’s...

Epson high-capacity ink tank printers pass 100m in sales

Cumulative global sales of Epson’s high-capacity ink tank printers have surpassed 100-million units. The company launched its first high-capacity ink tank inkjet printer in October 2010 in Indonesia, and they are now sold in about 170 countries and regions.. Epson’s...

Software Developer (Python) (25694) – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:Our client seeks a Software Developer to join their team in Cape Town. They are a dynamic Software Development company specializing in bespoke software solutions, architecture consulting, and systems integration. The ideal candidate should have a strong...

Business Analyst (Centurion Hybrid)

ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic provider of Integrated Security Solutions in Centurion seeks a highly skilled Business Analyst who will serve to bridge the gap, by acting as a liaison, between the business and the Development team. You will be responsible for understanding the...

Data Scientist (George)

ENVIRONMENT: Our client is on the hunt for a Data Scientist who can make machines think smarter than humans. Based in George — where your models run fast and the coffee runs faster — you'll join a team that's redefining how data drives business. They're not here to...

Business Analyst (Centurion Hybrid) – Gauteng Johannesburg

ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic provider of Integrated Security Solutions in Centurion seeks a highly skilled Business Analyst who will serve to bridge the gap, by acting as a liaison, between the business and the Development team. You will be responsible for understanding the...

Data Scientist (George) – Western Cape Tamsui Industria

ENVIRONMENT: Our client is on the hunt for a Data Scientist who can make machines think smarter than humans. Based in George — where your models run fast and the coffee runs faster — you'll join a team that's redefining how data drives business. They're not here to...

Senior Java Developer

Senior Java DeveloperJob ResponsibilitiesAnalyse user requirements; measure impact to current systems and define technical specifications for requirements.Design and develop applications by setting expectations and feature priorities throughout the development life...

Cloud Fintech Solutions Architect at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Are you ready to shape the future of banking and financial services in Africa? A leading consulting services firm is looking for a visionary Senior Solutions Architect to join their Technology & Transformation team in Gauteng and lead large-scale, cutting-edge...

Senior Java Developer – Gauteng Sandton

Senior Java DeveloperJob ResponsibilitiesAnalyse user requirements; measure impact to current systems and define technical specifications for requirements.Design and develop applications by setting expectations and feature priorities throughout the development life...

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