AI-enabled attacks drive ransomware surge

Cybercrime no longer functions as a series of isolated campaigns. Today, it operates as a system, with malicious hackers operating across an end-to-end life cycle and compressing the attack life cycle with shadow agents. This is the headline finding from the 2026...

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...

Services, acquisitions drive Vodacom revenue growth

Vodacom reported a 11% in group revenue for the quarter ended 31 December 2025, to R43,9-billion. Shameel Joosub, Vodacom Group CEO, comments: “During the third quarter, Vodacom Group made significant strategic progress, marked by two milestones that strengthen our...

Protect yourself against believable voice clones

A terrifying scam is spreading fast: criminals use AI to clone a loved one’s voice and call families with a fake emergency, like a kidnapping or accident, then pressure them to wire money immediately. A recently reported case where a mother received a call that...

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....

NTT Data acquires Alchemy Technology Services

NTT Data has acquired Alchemy Technology Services, a specialist insurance technology consultancy. In addition to strong consultancy and Guidewire credentials, Alchemy has expertise in the specialty insurance market, particularly in supporting complex and regulated...

To succeed, security must align to the business

Kathy Gibson reports - Artificial intelligence (AI), security and governance are all critical if digital transformation is to succeed. But sometimes technology leaders frame the cybersecurity conversation in a way that doesn’t resonate with boardroom decision-makers –...

Resellers: Make your voice heard

Voting is open for the South African IT distribution channel’s most prestigious awards – the Channelwise Awards 2025 – where resellers and partners get the chance to rate and reward their top distributors and vendors. “Over the years, the Channelwise Awards have...

Helping managers to better leverage AI

Only 8% of HR leaders believe their managers have the skills needed to use AI effectively today, according to Gartner. But despite the low confidence in manager use of AI, a July 2025 Gartner survey of 114 HR leaders revealed that one in three HR leaders say their...

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Commvault buys Clumio to accelerate AWS cyber resilience

Commvault will acquire Clumio, which provides data protection for critical cloud data in AWS. The transaction enables Commvault to leverage Clumio’s AWS offerings to provide cyber resilience to next generation applications built on AWS. Clumio serves a wide range of...

How to revitalise a stagnant education system

In the last century, almost every aspect of our world has changed - except one: classrooms. If you compare a classroom from 1924 with one from today, you'll notice very little difference, writes Shaun Fuchs, founder and CEO of Centennial Schools. This may seem like a...

Axiz partners with Duracell

Axiz is collaborating with Duracell Energy to expand access to advanced energy solutions across Africa. The partnership will address the increasing demand for energy independence and sustainability, offering homes and businesses greater control over their energy...

Plentify and Herholdts partner to launch SolarBot

Home energy management company Plentify has announced a strategic partnership with solar and electrical solutions distributor Herholdts to launch SolarBot, an intelligent controller for home solar and battery systems. “Herholdts is a pioneer in the solar and...

Synthesis gain AWS Premier Tier

Synthesis Software Technologies has achieved Premier tier in the AWS Partner Network (APN). “Synthesis is delighted to achieve AWS Premier tier partner status,” says Michael Shapiro, MD of Synthesis. “I am incredibly proud of our team for achieving Premier partner...

The Huawei Cloud Privacy Protection Strategy

Huawei Cloud Privacy Commitment Cyber security and privacy protection are the cornerstones for the development of the digital and intelligent world. Huawei Cloud has fully integrated cyber security and privacy protection measures into each cloud service, to provide...

Vertiv is committed to Africa’s digital future

Rohan Patil, regional manager for East Africa at Vertiv, received personal recognition at the Connected Africa Summit in Nairobi, Kenya, for his participation in the panel and overall contribution to shaping Africa's digital future. Hosted by the Kenyan Ministry of...

Ricoh, LG partner on workplace experience solutions

Ricoh has concluded a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with LG Electronics (LG), to collaborate on digital solutions for workplaces. Pairing Ricoh’s communication services and LG’s display products, this partnership will deliver B2B customers in the global market an...

Can cloud computing be sustainable?

Over the last several years, there has been an increased push to prioritise sustainability in IT and business technologies. Being sustainable in this regard can take several forms and involve different implementations. By Tshepo Motshegoa, CIO of Seacom Just recently,...

Cybersecurity and cyber resilience key for cyber risk management

Organisations continuously face numerous cyber threats in today's digital landscape and while many prioritise cybersecurity to safeguard digital assets, their strategies for cyber resilience often become neglected. By Graham Brown, country manager at Commvault SA/SADC...

Project Manager at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

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 (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...

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