Half of South Africans ‘politically homeless’ as local elections loom
As South Africa gears up for local government elections (no date set, but required by law to take place between 2 November 2026 and 31 January 2027), new Ipsos research reveals a nation grappling with political disconnection: nearly half (47%) of South Africans say no...
Kaspersky warns that Coruna is part of Operation Triangulation cyberespionage
Kaspersky's Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) has conducted a code-level analysis of Coruna's exploits and determined that the kit is a direct, updated iteration of the framework that was at least partially used in the Operation Triangulation cyberespionage...
Tariffs drive Black Friday demand down for SME exporters
New US tariffs killed the Black Friday peak small South African exporters would normally expect in November, according to data from the SME Export Index. Craig Lowman, CEO and co-founder of South African international shipping platform TUNL, says: “In a normal year,...
Trends shaping SA’s food security
South Africa’s food retail and wholesale sector is one of the country’s most dynamic industries, directly linked to household consumption, employment, and food security. It reflects both the opportunities and pressures shaping the economy in 2025 and beyond. These...
Global energy outages on the rise
As extreme weather events, such as wildfires, hurricanes, and floods intensify around the world, already stressed energy grids are struggling to keep up, leading to a growing number of power outages globally. The energy comparison experts at iSelect have compiled the...
Nvidia’s H200 exports to China could reshape AI investment
The decision by the Trump administration to allow Nvidia to export its advanced H200 artificial intelligence (AI) chips to approved customers in China represents a material shift in the global AI investment environment. This is according to Nigel Green, CEO of deVere...
Is AI choosing your Xmas gifts this year?
While artificial intelligence (AI) has become a regular part of the business environment, home assistance, and everyday consumer experiences, not many would have expected AI tools to transform holiday shopping. However, a rising number of consumers are now embracing...
Financial sector came under sustained attack in 2026
The 2025 Kaspersky Security Bulletin provides a review of the major cybersecurity trends of the year and offers a look towards the future of cybersecurity, including within the financial sector. According to the report, in 2025, the financial sector navigated a...
Call for Science Oscars nominations
The National Science and Technology Forum (NSTF) calls for nominations for the 28th NSTF-South32 Awards. The awards focus on science, engineering and technology (SET) and innovation in South Africa. The NSTF’s theme for 2026 is ‘Healthy Aging’ in recognition of the...
Rebound in tech jobs signals industry growth
Demand for technology professionals in South Africa has bounced back strongly in the second half of 2025, suggesting that the technology sector is turning a corner. Pnet’s Job Market Trends Report for November 2025 shows meaningful signs of recovery for the IT sector...
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NEC XON helps to keep Ugandan Networks running
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Data analysis, reporting gives retailers edge for Black Friday
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Datacentrix graduates clean up at AI challenge
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Google adds another 15 African languages
Google has announced the addition of 15 African languages on Voice Search, typing with voice on Gboard and voice input on Translate. Google already supports typing input with custom keyboards in Gboard for around 200 African languages and varieties, with automatic...
Apollo Africa secures NERSA electricity trading license
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NTT Data partners with Palo Alto Networks
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Common Black Friday scams to watch out for
With Black Friday just around the corner, thousands of deals and discounts will be up for grabs on November 29th. Whether you're a savvy shopper hunting for bargains or getting a head start on holiday gift shopping, there will be plenty of irresistible offers to take...
Tips for youth during Cybersecurity Month
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Safeguard your business in an evolving digital landscape
As cyber threats continue to grow in both scale and sophistication, businesses in 2024 must remain more vigilant than ever to safeguard their sensitive data and financial assets. With cyber risks advancing alongside technological progression, cybersecurity can no...
Project Manager – Western Cape Cape Town
A well-established business is seeking to appoint a Project Manager.Qualification:BTech degree in Engineering or a related field, with a minimum of 13 years' experience in engineering and construction project managementBEng/MTech degree in Engineering or a related...
IT Systems Developer (Software Developer/Full Stack Developer)
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IT Systems Developer (Software Developer/Full Stack Developer) – Gauteng Primrose
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Business Systems Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Our clients in the Agri-Tech space are on the hunt for a Business Systems Engineer to join their teams based in Paarl. In this role, you will be responsible for analyzing, designing, and implementing business systems that align with our organization's goals. You will...
Business Systems Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Western Cape Paarl
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Azure Infrastructure and Security Specialist 1405
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Azure Infrastructure and Security Specialist 1405 – Gauteng Gauteng
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AI Development Specialist (Azure) (12 month contract)
Lead the design, build, and deployment of production-grade AI solutions on Microsoft Azure. Own end-to-end delivery—from data pipelines to model deployment, ensuring security, reliability, and compliance.ResponsibilitiesDesign and implement AI solutions using Azure AI...
Senior Java & Angular Developer (Fintech) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Pretoria
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Flutter Mobile Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
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