How CFOs are turning cost pressure into growth
Combining flexible workspaces with AI is becoming a core financial strategy enabling companies to cut costs without compromising performance, according to new research from IWG. Building on insights from The View from the C-Suite report, IWG says flexible work is no...
AU resolves to correct Africa’s representation on maps
The Assembly of the African Union (AU), at its 39th Ordinary Session, has adopted a landmark decision to correct Africa’s misrepresentation in global cartography, geospatial systems, media and educational curricula. This milestone reinforces growing continental...
Microsoft the most imitated brand in phishing attacks
Microsoft has once again ranked as the most impersonated brand, appearing in 22% of all phishing attempts during the quarter, according to the Brand Phishing Ranking for Q4 2025 released by Check Point Research (CPR). This continues a multi-quarter trend in which...
National campaign aims for safer solar PV
The South African Insurance Association (SAIA), in partnership with municipalities, national industry bodies, insurers, financial institutions, fire protection organisations, and civil society, has launched the Safe Solar PV & Storage campaign to promote safe,...
Telegram blocks are effective in reducing underground activity
Modern messengers, such as WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal and others, are often used for illicit purposes, but there are effective defenses that can help limit the damage. Kaspersky Digital Footprint Intelligence conducted an in-depth monitoring of over 800 blocked...
US, Taiwan sign new semiconductor deal
The US has reduced tariffs on Taiwan-made semiconductors, and Taiwan has promised to bring more chip manufacturing to the US. The American Institute in Taiwan and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the US yesterday (15 January 2026) signed a...
How the news is trickling out of Iran
With the Internet shut down in Iran, you might wonder how we know as much as we do about what is happening in the country. It is now emerging that digital activists have long prepared for this day by smuggling in Starlink satellite Internet terminals that are being...
Top brands drive growth in SA e-commerce
E-commerce order volume across all channels in South Africa grew 47% year over year in 2025, according to a new report from Omnisend. Analysis of almost 3 000 South African ecommerce brands found that growth was uneven across the market. The top 5% of brands generated...
Land Bank takes systems offline
The Land and Agricultural Development Bank of South Africa, including its subsidiary Land Bank Insurance Company, has confirmed a temporary disruption affecting certain internal IT systems. As a precautionary measure, affected systems were taken offline to protect the...
Geoeconomic risks rise in new age of competition
The World Economic Forum's Global Risks Report 2026, published yesterday (14 January), finds geoeconomic confrontation emerges as the top risk for the year, followed by interstate conflict, extreme weather, societal polarisation and misinformation and disinformation....
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iContact BPO partners with M4Jam
In the fast-paced world of business process outsourcing (BPO), meeting peak season hiring demands is no small feat. Onboarding hundreds, sometimes thousands, of agents across geographically dispersed locations poses significant challenges in terms of resources,...
Nutanix launches Multicloud Experts Community
Nutanix has announced the launch of its Multicloud Experts community (MC Experts) in EMEA, creating a platform for cloud experts to pool knowledge and resources while being able to lean on peers and specialists to empower customers to thrive in an increasingly complex...
The future of digital identity management
For years, proof of identity relied solely on physical documents like passports or driver's licenses. However, the rise of new technologies has ushered in a wave of digital alternatives that offer greater convenience and security. An increasing number of aspects of...
Technology trends that will define 2025
Every year the future seems to promise bigger, better technological marvels. And every year I take time to think deeply about which technology trends will truly shape the year to come, writes Liz Centoni, executive vice-president and chief customer experience officer...
Intelligent protection for the modern organisation
Artificial intelligence (AI) is not just enhancing threats, it’s providing organisations with a smart line of agile and detectable defence, writes Richard Frost, head of consulting at Armata Cyber Security. AI security tools are moving beyond traditional...
Strategies for combating insider threats
In South Africa, insider threats are an increasingly significant risk for businesses, driven by economic uncertainty, labour disputes, and rapid digital transformation. From disgruntled employees to compromised third-party service providers, insider threats can...
Stay ahead of the automation, AI, machine learning curve
More than 60% of South African workers use generative AI tools regularly, and 21% integrate them into their daily duties. This is one of the critical findings of a study released by the Oliver Wyman Forum this year. This platform strives to bring together business,...
CFOs in the digital age
If you have ever attended a work retreat or participated in a team-building exercise, you will be familiar with various tests and quizzes designed to reveal your leadership style. By Kovin Nayager, senior manager and chief financial officer, and enterprise value lead...
Data centre cooling in 2025
The data centre cooling value chain is long, complicated and chaotic, consisting of multiple stakeholders, writes Yulin Wang, senior technology analyst at IDTechEx. Data centre cooling happens on multiple levels including chip and server level, as well as the rack and...
Kaspersky signs EC’s AI Pact on trustworthy AI use
Advocating for the secure use of AI technologies, Kaspersky has signed the AI Pact, a European Commission initiative that aims to prepare organisations for the implementation of the AI Act – the first ever comprehensive legal framework on AI worldwide, adopted by the...
Solution Architect – Gauteng Sandown
?? Solution Architect | Hybrid | Johannesburg We are looking for an experienced Solution Architect to join a dynamic enterprise environment in a hybrid working model. This role calls for a strategic thinker who can design and govern end-to-end solutions while aligning...
Low Code Developer – Gauteng Rosebank
Kick-start or elevate your development career in the fast-growing renewable energy sector. Is this you? You're a naturally curious problem-solver who enjoys building smart, efficient systems. Detail-oriented and analytical, you take pride in clean data, secure...
Senior BI Developer
BI Development & DeliveryDesign and develop Power BI reports and dashboards that provide actionable insights. Build complex DAX formulas and calculations to support advanced analytics. Develop and maintain BI data models from the ground up, ensuring scalability...
SharePoint Specialist at Mintek
Introduction The candidate will be responsible for SharePoint application development and support. Duties & ResponsibilitiesKEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:Provide technical and functional SharePoint support to Mintek users.Designing, coding and implementing SharePoint...
Linux Engineer at Ntice Sourcing Solutions (Pty) Ltd.
Are you a technically strong Linux professional looking to grow your career within a high-performance managed services environment? Our client is seeking a Linux Engineer to join their dynamic technical team, delivering secure, scalable, and reliable infrastructure...
Senior BI Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg
BI Development & DeliveryDesign and develop Power BI reports and dashboards that provide actionable insights. Build complex DAX formulas and calculations to support advanced analytics. Develop and maintain BI data models from the ground up, ensuring scalability...
SharePoint Specialist at Mintek – Gauteng Randburg
Introduction The candidate will be responsible for SharePoint application development and support. Duties & ResponsibilitiesKEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:Provide technical and functional SharePoint support to Mintek users.Designing, coding and implementing SharePoint...
Linux Engineer at Ntice Sourcing Solutions (Pty) Ltd. – Gauteng Johannesburg
Are you a technically strong Linux professional looking to grow your career within a high-performance managed services environment? Our client is seeking a Linux Engineer to join their dynamic technical team, delivering secure, scalable, and reliable infrastructure...
Systems Operations Administrator (Somerset West)
ENVIRONMENT:CONFIGURE and manage network infrastructure, manage and automate software installations while managing Microsoft 365 services as the next Systems Operations Administrator wanted by a dynamic provider of comprehensive IT solutions. Applicants will require...
Senior Java Developer – (Sandton – Hybrid)
ENVIRONMENT:A leading innovation, services, and support partner to retailers, retail banks, and payment service providers across South Africa and key African markets. They are seeking a Senior Java Developer who will develop and maintain market-leading Java-based...
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