Cedarberg reveals tiny ecosystem that helped kick-start life

An international team of scientists from South Africa, Canada, France and the UK has uncovered fossil evidence of a tiny ecosystem that helped kick-start the recovery of Earth’s oceans after a global mass extinction. The team, led by Dr Claire Browning, an Honorary...

CEOs take the lead as AI investment gains pace

Corporate AI investment is growing significantly and it’s not about to slow down. Companies are planning to double their spending on the technology in 2026, accounting for about 1,7% of revenues - more than twice the increase for 2025. Meanwhile, CEOs are rolling up...

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....

South Africans stay optimistic as they adapt to financial pressures

South African households are showing signs of meaningful financial adaptation amid ongoing cost pressures, according to TransUnion’s latest Q4 2025 Consumer Pulse Study. While inflation and affordability challenges persist, consumers are becoming more intentional in...

SOLA accelerates SA’s grid modernisation

The SOLA Group has powered up Africa’s first multi-buyer virtual wheeling facility – the Springbok Solar Power Project – considered a major breakthrough for large-scale renewable energy procurement on the continent. Delivered ahead of schedule, the 195-megawatt (MW)...

Young scientists rise to the challenge at Eskom Expo

This year’s Eskom Expo for Young Scientists International Science Fair (ISF) at Emperor’s Palace saw 319 young scientists from South Africa, Lesotho, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Ireland, India, and Russia showcase and compete against each other with their STEMI research...

Global PC shipments up 4,4% in Q2

Worldwide PC shipments totaled more than 63-million units in the second quarter of 2025, a 4,4% increase from the second quarter of 2024, according to preliminary results by Gartner. “In the second quarter of 2025, enterprise demand outpaced consumer demand,...

Parker snaps closest-ever images of the Sun

On its record-breaking pass by the Sun late last year, NASA’s Parker Solar Probe captured stunning new images from within the Sun’s atmosphere. These newly released images — taken closer to the Sun than we’ve ever been before — are helping scientists better understand...

Webb scratches under Cat’s Paw Nebula for third anniversary

To mark its third year of highly productive science, astronomers used the NASA/ESA/CSA James Webb Space Telescope to scratch beyond the surface of the Cat’s Paw Nebula (NGC 6334), a massive, local star-forming region. Webb’s NIRCam instrument was used to look at this...

Disused coal mines could become sites of job creation

South Africa’s abandoned coal mines – often regarded as environmental hazards – could have hidden potential to promote sustainable jobs, economic diversity and community resilience in the context of the Just Energy Transition (JET). This insight comes from an analysis...

AI for Good summit pushes AI governance, skills, standards

With artificial intelligence (AI) innovation growing in speed and scale, the AI for Good Global Summit 2025 reinforced the global commitment to AI governance, skills, and standards. More than 11 000 participants from 169 countries participated this week at the AI for...

WSIS+20 charts path for a sustainable digital future

Geneva served as the centre of global digital dialogue last week as technology leaders, policymakers, and innovators reviewed 20 years of progress and the future of the UN World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS). Co-hosted by the International Telecommunication...

MoneyBadger announces R7m pre-seed funding raise

South African Bitcoin and crypto payments solution provider MoneyBadger has closed a $400 000 (about R7-million) pre-seed funding round. The raise was led by P1 Ventures, a venture capitalist with deep African fintech exposure, along with three angel investors who are...

AI makes abuse videos more realistic

Full “feature-length” AI films of child sexual abuse may now be “inevitable” unless urgent action is taken, experts warn, as rapidly improving technology means AI video is now “indistinguishable” from genuine imagery. New data, published on Friday (11 July 2025) by...

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Prevent cyberattacks by ensuring staff are aware

Over the past few years, cybersecurity has gone from being a niche concern to something people think about on a day-to-day basis. By Suraj Tiwari, global head of information security at VFS Global Data misuse and breaches at major international organisations have cut...

Keep your debit and credit card out of a criminal’s digital wallet

There is an increase in phishing and smishing attempts aimed at loading debit and credit cards on to criminals' digital wallets. Phishing is a type of cybercrime in which people are duped into providing sensitive information such as login credentials, passwords, PINs,...

Core business areas where AI can drive revenue

According to the United Nations, artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to contribute up to $15,7-trillion to the global economy by 2030 - of which $1,2-trillion could be generated by Africa. By Andrew Bourne, regional head: Africa at Zoho With the potential...

Don’t write the telephone call’s obituary just yet

In a world where you can wish your mom on her birthday, hail a ride and chat to your bank without ever having to make a phone call, it may seem, on the surface, that voice calls are dead. By Warren Hawkings, MD of Euphoria Telecom And while we may never have to make a...

PayJustNow adds Superbalist to retail base

Superbalist has expanded its payment options through a new partnership with Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) provider PayJustNow. "A growing number of South African customers across the income spectrum are seeking better online shopping experiences, greater convenience and...

MTN Foundation aims to equip unemployed youth

MTN Foundation has invested R14-million to equip 900 unemployed young South Africans with marketable digital skills. Statistics indicate that of the 10-million young people aged between 15 and 35 years in South Africa, 45,5% are unemployed. Only 2,5-million were in...

SANRAL e-tags a smart way to navigate toll plazas

The South African National Roads Agency (Sanral) reiterates that e-tags are still the smartest payment method for road users. "Following a recent article in which toll plazas were linked to card cloning and skimming as well as other credit card fraud, we want to...

New MD for Obscure Technologies

Obscure Technologies has announced the appointment of Francois van Hirtum, previously chief technology officer and a founding member of the company, to the position of MD with immediate effect. "Obscure Technologies has enjoyed exponential growth since its...

Empowering the frontline is key to cybersecurity success

Cybersecurity threats are constantly evolving and becoming more sophisticated, requiring organisations to recognise that their employees are both their greatest asset and their greatest vulnerability. By Kumar Vaibhav, lead senior solution architect: cybersecurity at...

Low Earth orbit satellites a game-changer for industry innovation

While NTT Data has been offering satellite services for over a decade, its new integrated GEO-LEO solution, together with established fibre and wireless alternatives, is expected to enhance connectivity for multiple use-cases. Greg Hatfield, vice-president of...

Data Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg

As a Data Analyst, you will be responsible for collecting, analysing, and interpreting large datasets to provide valuable insights and support data-driven decision-making within the organisation. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify business...

DevOps Engineer (Senior) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Senior DevOps Engineer – Join a Global IT HubLocation: Midrand / Menlyn / Rosslyn / Hybrid (Home Office Rotation)Our client in the Motor Industry is looking for a highly skilled Senior DevOps Engineer to join their world-class IT Hub in South Africa. This is a unique...

B-BBEE Verification Analyst

B-BBEE Verification Analyst required for a reputable firm based in East London Candidates have the opportunity to work remotely if not based in East LondonRequirementsExperience fulfilling a B-BBEE position previously (Essential) Duties / Responsibilities include but...

B-BBEE Verification Analyst – Eastern Cape East London

B-BBEE Verification Analyst required for a reputable firm based in East London Candidates have the opportunity to work remotely if not based in East LondonRequirementsExperience fulfilling a B-BBEE position previously (Essential) Duties / Responsibilities include but...

Machine Learning Developer – Upper Highway KZN

DBN000166 – MACHINE LEARNING DEVELOPER – KLOOF KZN Purpose of the job:To offer analytical support and expertise by utilizing AI and machine learning techniques, procedures, algorithms, and systems to glean insights and information from a variety of data types.Required...

Junior Field Technician

Recruiting for a Junior Field Technician to be Gauteng based . Grade 12 + minimum N3 or National Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering 2 to 3 years relevant experienceA valid code 08 driver's licenceEnglish with a regional language would be advantageousAbility...

Junior Field Technician – Gauteng Sandown

Recruiting for a Junior Field Technician to be Gauteng based . Grade 12 + minimum N3 or National Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering 2 to 3 years relevant experienceA valid code 08 driver's licenceEnglish with a regional language would be advantageousAbility...

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