Unmanaged AI poses new ‘shadow agent’ crisis

A growing “shadow agent” crisis threatens to overwhelm businesses. According to the Veeam Software’ latest research, organisations across Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) are battling unmanaged AI on two fronts. On the data security front, 70% of organisations...

A third of employees laid off due to AI will need to be rehired

As AI continues to accelerate the pace and scope of work, CIOs must prepare for four shifts that will influence the future of work, says Gartner. “When business and IT executives look back on the early AI-era, they will realise their greatest mistake was believing...

IT channel pivots to add value as AI takes off

Kathy Gibson reports from Pinnacle TechScape - Artificial intelligence (AI) may be at the peak of the hype cycle, but this doesn’t detract from the value that the technology will bring to the industry. That’s the word from Tim Humphreys-Davies, CEO of Pinnacle, who...

Network to the fore as agentic AI adoption takes off

In the era of agentic AI, the network is becoming the critical foundation for trust, security and the seamless operating models through which people and AI can build the future. However, as organisations move quickly to gain an advantage from AI, a significant gap has...

Four critical threats cybersecurity leaders must urgently address

There are four critical and unpredictable threats where attackers hold a significant advantage to successfully exploit weaknesses in targeted organisations, according to Gartner. These include deepfakes, AI application compromise, prompt injection, and software supply...

AI in education reaches new heights

The global AI in education market is expected to reach $57,2-billion by 2033 - a CAGR of 25,9% from 2026 to 2033 - according to a new report by Grand View Research. Digitalisation and technological advancement are innovating industrial sectors such as healthcare,...

Airlines record increased cargo, passenger numbers in January

African airlines saw increased numbers of both passengers and cargo during January 2026, but it is still unclear how numbers will be impacted by the ongoing conflict in the Gulf. International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) latest analyses of the passenger market,...

AMD and Meta to deploy 6 Gigawatts of GPUs

AMD and Meta have announced a 6-gigawatt agreement to power Meta’s next generation of AI infrastructure across multiple generations of AMD Instinct GPUs. This agreement expands on the companies’ existing strategic partnership and aligns roadmaps across silicon,...

Vodafone and Amazon Leo extend mobile coverage

Vodafone and Amazon Leo, Amazon’s low Earth orbit satellite broadband network, have signed an agreement to connect many more 4G and 5G mobile sites in remote areas to improve coverage for customers with limited connectivity across Europe and Africa. With Amazon Leo,...

Huawei’s 5G-A MBH architecture builds for agentic MBB

On the eve of MWC Barcelona 2026, Huawei officially launched its 5G-A Mobile Backhaul Network architecture tailored for the Agentic MBB (Mobile Broadband) era. Defined by core capabilities including 10GE/25GE to the site, L3 to the site, and end-to-end SRv6, the new...

iOCO expects improved earnings

iOCO has published a trading update for the six months ended 31 January 2026, alerting shareholders to higher earnings. Earnings per share and headline earnings per share are expected to be between 27 cents and 30 cents, an increase of between 42% to 58% over the...

Intel showcases AI-ready network vision

With 6G on the horizon, operators are clear that success won’t come from architectural resets, but from evolving the strong compute foundations already built in 5G. Moreover, progress will come from deploying intelligence responsibly and at scale across existing...

Drones damage AWS data centres in UAE

Drone strikes have hit and damaged at least two Amazon Web Services (AWS) data centres in the Gulf region. Two facilities in the United Arab Emirates have been struck, with significant damage. One strike was on Sunday, in a Bahrain data centre, which suffered fire...

AI-driven attacks escalate as basic gaps leave enterprises exposed

Cybercriminals are exploiting basic security gaps at dramatically higher rates, now accelerated by AI tools that help attackers identify weaknesses faster than ever. According to IBM’s 2026 X-Force Threat Intelligence Index, there has been a 44% increase in attacks...

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Build better performers by mastering the art of constructive criticism

One often reads that people are a business’s biggest asset. While it has become somewhat of a business cliché, it remains the truth because every organisation is 100% dependent on the performance of its teams, across multiple functions and levels. By Insaaf Daniels,...

Digital wallets are transforming African finance

The widespread adoption of digital wallets is reshaping the global financial landscape, and Africa is at the forefront of this transformation. According to a recent Juniper Research study, over two-thirds of the global population – 5,4-billion people – will own a...

Unmasking the dark world of catfishing this Valentine’s Day

As Valentine's Day approaches, the digital landscape reveals a more sinister side of online connection. The rise of catfishing, the practice of creating an entirely fabricated online persona in order to lure someone into a false relationship, has emerged as a...

Retro Rabbit joins forces with US-based SmartTek21

South African founded and based software development company, Retro Rabbit, has announced it will join forces with SmartTek21, a US-based AI-powered product engineering firm with global operations. The move significantly expands Retro Rabbit’s capabilities and reach...

Ilitha secures investment to connect townships

Ilitha Telecommunications has announced a significant investment from Meridiam at the United Nations International Telecommunication Union (ITU) conference in Geneva, Switzerland. The ambition is to expand Ilitha's high-speed fibre network to at least 500 000...

AFSUG and SAP to host first-ever African hackathon

The African SAP User Group (AFSUG) and SAP are teaming up to deliver the first-ever regional AFSUG SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP) Hackathon. Finalists will showcase their prototypes at SAPHILA 2025, where the winners will also be announced. SAPHILA, which will...

Key trends driving the manufacturing sector in 2025 

As we look toward 2025, Africa’s manufacturing sector is poised for transformation, writes By Mark Wilson, chief revenue officer of Syspro. Fuelled by technological advancements, economic growth, and an increasing focus on sustainability, businesses are turning to...

Human risk, AI, governance top cyber risks

As advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and other new technologies evolve, cyber threats have become increasingly complex. Mimecast has unveiled its top cybersecurity predictions for 2025, identifying three critical areas of focus - Human Risk, Artificial...

How to survive – and learn from – a cyberattack

A recent study by South African cybersecurity firm Nclose revealed a sobering statistic: over 60% of businesses surveyed suffered at least one ransomware attack in the past two years, with 12% enduring six or more such attacks. By Javvad Malik, lead security awareness...

Mid-Level Software Developer – Remote Remote

Now find new jobs best matched to your skills!Job Title: Mid-Level Software Developer - Sandton - Retail Management SystemsSalary: R45,000 to R65,000, Negotiable depending on experience.The Opportunity:Joining this leading retail software provider is a smart career...

Alarm & Security Systems Technician – Gauteng Gauteng

Protecting Homes, Businesses, Changing LivesJob Title: Alarm & Security Systems Technician - Lynwood PTAThe OpportunityBecause you have a proven track record of securing homes and businesses, you understand the vital importance of getting an installation right the...

Snr Wireless Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town

Job Title: Senior Network Engineer (Wireless & SD-WAN) Location: Cape Town (On Site)Overview A leading enterprise organisation within the financial services sector is seeking a Senior Network Engineer with strong expertise in wireless networking and SD-WAN...

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Job purpose: Use the automation test kit (frameworks and pre-define test tools) to inspect, analyses, design, develop and implement and execute on reusable automated test assets to quality assure the solution, while aligning to the proscribed enterprise quality...

Software Quality Engineer – Gauteng Sandton

Job purpose: Use the automation test kit (frameworks and pre-define test tools) to inspect, analyses, design, develop and implement and execute on reusable automated test assets to quality assure the solution, while aligning to the proscribed enterprise quality...

Software Engineer at NRF National Research Foundation

iThemba LABS seeks to appoint a Software Engineer within Accelerator Operations and Technical Support (ATS) department, under Control Electronics and Software Engineering (CESE) division. The incumbent will be responsible for maintaining, designing, developing,...

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My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for a .NET Developer to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Qualifications & Experience Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (advantageous).Strong experience in .NET development...

.NET Developer – Western Cape Cape Town CBD

My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for a .NET Developer to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Qualifications & Experience Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (advantageous).Strong experience in .NET development...

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