Ampath confirms hack, but disputes theft of 80m patient records

Ampath, one of the country’s biggest pathology labs, has confirmed that it has been the victim of a cyberattack, but has issued a statement clarifying the claim by hackers that “80-million patient records” have been stolen. The company says it has contained the...

How will your career withstand the impact of AI?

New research from The TEFL Academy’s South African Career Resilience Report 2026 reveals that 57% of local respondents have questioned whether their chosen career or qualification will still be valuable because of artificial intelligence - while 84% say AI has already...

Cyber resilience the foundation for Africa’s next phase of digital growth

Building strong cyber resilience will be the key to sustaining the current remarkable growth of Africa’s digital economy, according to a new white paper from Mastercard. The report – Africa’s Digital Defence Race - highlights that between 2016 and 2025, mobile money...

Underfunding a leading cause of AI failures for SA firms

South African organisations whose AI ambitions outrun their budgets are seven times more likely to say AI has fallen short, according to preliminary results from DayOne’s State of AI Delivery in South Africa survey. Of the more than 170 employees, founders, managers...

Polygon, Cardano the worst crypto performers

The 2024 crypto bull run, which some think could be the largest crypto space has ever seen, has helped the world's largest digital coins reach their multi-year highs, bringing impressive gains to crypto investors. Although most leading cryptos saw double and...

Axiz retains VMware distribution

Following Broadcom’s acquisition of VMware last November, and a period of uncertainty about the local channel, Axiz has confirmed it will continue to distribute VMware software in South Africa. The distributor has informed partners that their relationship with Axiz...

People-centred solutions mooted for universal connectivity

More than a year-and-a-half into the Covid-19 pandemic, amid relentless global demand for broadband services, the Broadband Commission for Sustainable Development has reaffirmed its call for digital co-operation, innovation with information and communication...

NASA’s Artemis Rover looks for water near Moon’s South Pole

In 2023, NASA's Volatiles Investigating Polar Exploration Rover (Viper) will land near the western edge of the Nobile Crater at the Moon's South Pole to map and explore the region's surface and subsurface for water and other resources. Part of Artemis, Viper will...

July unrest takes a long-term toll

The unrest which took place in July is having a long-term impact on local businesses, coming after previously-recorded signs of strong sales growth which were heading towards pre-pandemic figures. The Skynamo Industry Thermometer, a free-to-access resource that...

Comic Con Cape Town pop-up programme announced

Taking over the streets of the mother city on 2 October, Comic Con Cape Town will bring a taste of pop culture to fans for one day only. Highlighting the world of art, cosplay, film, anime and gaming, Comic Con Cape Town, in partnership with Film Cape Town and hosted...

ISPA Inspires Bursary Programme applications closing soon

Applications for the ISPA Inspires Bursary Programme, 2022, are closing on Friday 1 October 2021. The Internet Service Providers' Association of SA (ISPA) is the Industry Representative Body (IRB) for over 200 of the country's Internet Service Providers (ISPs) and...

Fintech incubation programme opens for applications

AlphaCode Incubate, established to identify, partner with and grow innovative entrepreneurs in financial services and related industries, is inviting applicants to apply now if they have an early-stage fintech or related sector startup or even a great idea for one....

No shortage of resources aimed at hacking the cloud

As cybercriminals remain steadfast in their pursuit of unsuspecting ways to infiltrate today's businesses, a new report by IBM Security X-Force highlights the top tactics of cybercriminals, the open doors users are leaving for them and the burgeoning marketplace for...

How to increase inclusion in hybrid working

Organisations that effectively manage the transition to a hybrid work environment and employ sustainable initiatives can boost inclusion by 24%, according to Gartner. Prior to the Covid-19 pandemic, many of the ways organisations fostered inclusion were designed for a...

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IM fosters collaboration in government

Since 1994, impoverished and ordinary citizens have had high expectations regarding improved service delivery and almost two decades later, one could argue, little has changed. Despite attempts at reforming on a national, provincial and local level, government is yet...

Bridging the divide between business and IT

In a rapidly evolving digital landscape the partnership between business and IT is one of the most crucial aspects of businesses maintaining competitiveness and even in gaining a competitive edge. Even in medium-sized businesses the IT infrastructure is undoubtedly...

Spoor & Fisher launch IP app

Spoor & Fisher, a specialist, full-service international IP law firm has launched an “IP app” to provide clients and users with helpful resources and tools. The app is available for free download from the iTunes store. An Android version will become available in...

Sophos announces Server Protection

Sophos has announced Sophos Server Protection, an easy to use and flexible server antivirus solution that protects data without sacrificing performance. It is the latest entry in Sophos’ solution set that provides complete security for servers, the network and...

Sanlam Health enhances e-mail interaction

Sanlam Health, a subsidiary of leading financial services group Sanlam, has streamlined its e-mail management systems by adopting an e-mailtopia program supplied by customer interaction and communications expert Inter-Active Technologies (IAT). Canadian-based...

Riverbed introduces new appliance

Riverbed Technology has announced a significant milestone in the integration of the Riverbed Cascade and OPNET product families with the introduction of its single appliance with integrated application aware network performance management (aaNPM) and application...

Ocular Technology offers Altitude uCI 8

Contact centre solutions provider, Ocular Technologies, has announced that it is offering southern African clients the award-winning Altitude Software’s Altitude uCI 8 software, a solution that increases both contact centre profitability and impact on business with...

Schneider Electric offers Actassi system

“It is always difficult to improve upon a network setup beyond the initial plan. For this reason, Schneider Electric’s Actassi range of networking and connectivity infrastructure solutions for buildings and data centres includes everything a customer needs, from...

NetIQ introduces Cloud Manager 2.2

NetIQ South Africa has introduced Cloud Manager 2.2, a solution that provides users with unique, flexible services that enable them to deliver business value in crowded markets. Infrastructure as a service (IaaS) is an increasingly commoditised service dominated by...

Epson appoints ImageMed as reseller

Epson South Africa has appointed ImageMed Technologies as a specialist reseller of the Epson SureLab SL-D3000 compact digital drylab, a photo printer that is ideal for the retail photo laboratory market. In addition, ImageMed has also been appointed as an accredited...

Commercial Analyst (Project Accounting)

Our client, a leading Financial Institution is looking for a Commercial Analyst with experience in project accounting to join their dynamic team.Commercial AnalystJob Purpose: To prepare and analyse timely and accurate management account information for the...

Senior Fullstack Developer

You will be required to develop software and applications using mainly C#, ASP.NET and Client sideTranslate business feedback and requirements into working software solutions.Mentor more junior developers .Monitor code quality through peer code reviews.Lead on designs...

IT Support Technician – Western Cape Cape Town

Are you on the hunt for your next career challenge within IT Support? One of our Conglomerate clients within the Asset Management space based in Cape Town is on the prowl for their next successor in IT Support as a Technician.This role is for a Permanent role. The...

IT Support at Adcorp BLU – KwaZulu-Natal Richards Bay

IT Support required for a major corporate organisation Desired Skills: Matric Certificate Valid Drivers License compTIA certification CompTIA A+ IT diploma or equivalent qualification in IT Help desk support experience will be advantageous Cisco knowledge will be...

Commercial Analyst (Project Accounting) – Gauteng Johannesburg

Our client, a leading Financial Institution is looking for a Commercial Analyst with experience in project accounting to join their dynamic team.Commercial AnalystJob Purpose: To prepare and analyse timely and accurate management account information for the...

Senior Fullstack Developer – Gauteng Braamfontein

You will be required to develop software and applications using mainly C#, ASP.NET and Client sideTranslate business feedback and requirements into working software solutions.Mentor more junior developers .Monitor code quality through peer code reviews.Lead on designs...

Senior Java Developer

My client based in Cape Town (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for a Senior Java Developer to join them on an independent contract basis IT / Finance Responsibilities Adheres to defined software development lifecycle and best practice (including code standards,...

Project Manager

Project Managers with EXPORT experience!!!We are looking for talented and ambitious individual who is keen and eager to broaden their skills andexperience to contribute meaningfully to our company's growth. In this role, you will have theopportunity to work closely...

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