Customer service jobs lost to AI are coming back
By 2027, 50% of companies that attributed headcount reduction to AI will rehire staff to perform similar functions, but under different job titles, according to Gartner. “While AI-driven layoffs have captured attention, the reality is more complex,” says Kathy Ross,...
AI to the fore as cyberattackers focus on Africa
Kathy Gibson reports - As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes more accessible and sophisticated, we are going to see it playing a bigger role in cyberattacks. Tony Anscombe, chief security evangelist at ESET, describes how AI malware has made an appearance and will...
OpenAI takes on Google with new browser
OpenAI has introduced ChatGPT Atlas, a new web browser based on ChatGPT. The new launch adds more pressure on Google, following last year’s addition of search in ChatGPT. “Your browser is where all of your work, tools, and context come together,” reads a statement...
Bigger businesses have bigger security blind spots
As organisations scale, their human-centric security governance appears to weaken, creating significant business risk. This is one of the findings from KnowBe4’s 2025 Africa Human Risk Management Report. Other key findings from a continent-wide study of business...
All IT work will involve AI by 2030 – the trick is to find value
By 2030, CIOs expect that 0% of IT work will be done by humans without AI, 75% will be done by humans augmented with AI, and 25% will be done by AI alone, according to a July 2025 survey of over 700 CIOs by Gartner. This means that organisations need to focus on a...
AI Pacesetters are already turning pilots into profit
A small but consistent group of companies outperforms peers across every measure of AI value. These Pacesetters - about 18% of organisations in South Africa, and 13% globally – have been consistently ahead of the pack, according to the third annual Cisco AI Readiness...
Resilience key for cybersecurity
As digital transformation accelerates, so too does the complexity and frequency of cyber threats particularly those originating from within organisations. In recognition of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Kearney’s latest report, “Securing the Inside: Insider Threat...
PassiveNeuron cyberespionage targets Windows servers
Kaspersky’s Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) have uncovered an ongoing cyberespionage PassiveNeuron campaign, that targets Windows Server systems in government, financial and industrial organisations across Asia, Africa and Latin America. The activity has...
UCT, CISPA advance cybersecurity, AI research in Africa
The University of Cape Town (UCT) and the CISPA Helmholtz Center for Information Security have signed a landmark agreement that will see the two organisations collaborate on cutting-edge research and capacity building in cybersecurity and artificial intelligence. The...
Yaga secures R80m in global funding
South African online resale fashion platform Yaga has raised €4-million (about R80-million) in a pre-Series A global funding round, securing investment from Specialist VC, H&M Group Ventures, Trind Ventures, Startup Wise Guys, and a group of angel investors....
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Mastercard, Amazon Payment Services enable digital payment acceptance
Mastercard and Amazon Payment Services have signed a multi-year commercial partnership agreement to digitize payment acceptance in Middle East and Africa, across countries including Bahrain, Egypt, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, South Africa and UAE. As part of...
Banks partners to bring renewables to agriculture
Land Bank launched its R1,2-billion rand Agro Energy Fund (AEF) in 2023 in partnership with the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development (DALRRD). The AEF is a blended finance scheme, which means it offers a mixture of grant and debt funding. Its...
Gender parity critical to Africa’s cybersecurity resilience
In Africa, parity for women in technology-related fields and positions is still far from a reality with female representation in cybersecurity-related professions particularly limited. Reports estimate that only 9% of cybersecurity professionals across the continent...
Achieving sustainability goals in the era of AI
Have you ever wondered if artificial intelligence (AI) can help us build a more sustainable and equitable future? By Doug Woolley, GM and vice-president of Dell Technologies South Africa Today, as AI seamlessly integrates into our daily lives, its adoption and impact...
Use AI to counter fraudsters who use it too
As the world of financial crime continues to evolve, the emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) has become both a tool for fighting fraud and a weapon for those perpetrating it. Speaking at the recent 17th Annual ACFE Africa Conference and Exhibition, Stephanie...
Identify low-hanging fruit when automating with voice bots
Adopting voice bots or virtual agents makes a lot of sense for a wide variety of companies, particularly those with high and varying call volumes. By Ryan Falkenberg, CEO of Clevva Rather than trying to hire and train temporary staff for peak periods, virtual agents...
Supply chain education is vital
Supply chains have never been as volatile as they are today, impacted by health crises like the Covid-19 pandemic, geopolitical conflict, climate change and economic instability. Amid the uncertainty, however, one thing that is certain is the growing demand for...
Commercial TVs elevate the guest experience
In the competitive hospitality landscape, creating exceptional guest experiences is of the utmost importance. From the moment visitors arrive, every aspect of the property should immerse them in an atmosphere of luxury and seamless service. However, hoteliers often...
What businesses need to know about cyber insurance
Cyber insurance has become a crucial safety net for businesses, particularly in the face of escalating ransomware attacks. By Greg Day, vice-president and global chief information security officer at Cybereason This financial safeguard promises protection against the...
Ignore employee burnout at your peril
Employee burnout is a serious challenge facing companies of all sizes in South Africa. As businesses navigate a competitive environment and difficult economic conditions, they are often pressured to “do more with less.” Unfortunately, this often results in employees...
Graduate Software Development Programme (CPT / JHB) at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
About our Client:Our client specialises in delivering financial service solutions that empower their clients to achieve their aspirations. They pride themselves on fostering a collaborative and supportive environment built on trust and respect. With a team of over 600...
Business Analyst (ILR) at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
About our client:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...
IT Systems Developer (Software Developer/Full Stack Developer)
Background:Exciting career opportunity for a Software Developer to develop and maintain backend servicesMinimum Requirements:Degree/Diploma in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Development, or equivalent experience preferredIn the absence of a qualification...
MI & Reporting Data Analyst at Datonomy Solutions
We are seeking a MI & Reporting Analyst to join our team based in Sandton, Onsite. The MI Data & Reporting Analyst will play a key role in producing high-quality management information to support performance, operational decision-making, and strategic...
Senior Cyber Security Analyst at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our international client has redefined the approach to addressing client security needs by reshaping support strategies, tapping into existing client technologies, optimising or complementing their current resources, all while aligning seamlessly with...
DevOps Engineer (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:If you are looking for a meaningful and impactful contribution to philanthropic initiatives while earning well and working for a dynamic, organised and innovative global organisation, this employer is well worth considering. What you will be...
Data Engineer at Parvana Recruitment
This is a remote position.About our client:Our client develops and supports software and data solutions across a variety of industries. They want you to get ahead of the market and stay there. They offer a combination of plug and play products that can be integrated...
Business Analyst (Healthcare) at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...
IT Systems Developer (Software Developer/Full Stack Developer) – Gauteng Primrose
Background:Exciting career opportunity for a Software Developer to develop and maintain backend servicesMinimum Requirements:Degree/Diploma in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Development, or equivalent experience preferredIn the absence of a qualification...
MI & Reporting Data Analyst at Datonomy Solutions – Gauteng Sandton
We are seeking a MI & Reporting Analyst to join our team based in Sandton, Onsite. The MI Data & Reporting Analyst will play a key role in producing high-quality management information to support performance, operational decision-making, and strategic...
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