SA has world’s highest cyberattack rate, identity visibility gap

South African companies have significant gaps in workforce password security, underscoring growing risks as they contend with rising cyber threats, increasing regulatory pressure, and limited visibility into user identities and access. This is according to a new study...

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​" –...

Obituary: Julian Pienaar

Julian Pienaar, well-known in the industry for his long service at Lenovo and IBM, passed away on Thursday, 29 January. Julian graduated from King Edward School in 1994. He joined IBM in 2000 as a brand manager and moved across to Lenovo when IBM’s personal computing...

EU’s Chat Control threatens the most secure messaging apps

Security specialists Surfshark say that its study of popular messaging apps reveals 90% of them use end-to-end encryption. But while some messaging apps are highly committed to user privacy, their efforts might not be sustainable in the long-run. Surfshark says the...

Unlocking the potential of biodegradable circuit boards

Looking to cut down on the electronic waste produced by traditional printed circuit boards (PCBs), engineers from the University of Glasgow and Jiva Materials are collaborating to develop more environmentally friendly, biodegradable boards for use in wireless...

Limpopo’s ambitious project to tackle e-waste

Discarded electronic devices and appliances are now the fastest growing waste stream in the world and, recognising International e-Waste Day today (14 October), Limpopo province will be reinforcing the message of safe disposal and recycling with its E-Waste for Youth...

Gen Z rewrites SA’s fight against hunger

Ahead of World Food Day, South Africa’s hunger crisis just met its next wave of disruption: 60 of the country’s smartest Gen Z innovators spent a week hacking one of the nation’s toughest problems - child hunger - and emerged with breakthrough, tech-powered ideas that...

World Robot Olympiad expands in Africa

The World Robot Olympiad (WRO), one of the world’s largest robotics competitions, has expanded significantly across Africa. From just five countries in 2020, WRO is now active in 14 countries with more than 40 000 young participants in the 2025 season. More than 2 000...

Greenovate Awards mark 10 years of student innovation

The Greenovate Awards are back for 2025 with more prizes, new categories and an important milestone to celebrate – 10 years of inspiring young people to design practical sustainability solutions for South Africa’s built environment. Entries are open for the...

Nobel laureates show how new technology can drive sustained growth

Over the last two centuries, for the first time in history, the world has seen sustained economic growth. This has lifted vast numbers of people out of poverty and laid the foundation of our prosperity. This year’s laureates in economic sciences, Joel Mokyr, Philippe...

Amid global upheavals, SA’s trade is at a crossroads

South Africa is at a critical juncture in its trade journey. A new white paper released by Verto reveals that, while local businesses face mounting pressures from global tariff disputes, currency volatility and infrastructure challenges, there are also unprecedented...

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The business case for gender equality

The global push for gender equality in the workplace has reached a pivotal moment - one that promises to accelerate progress like never before. This is according to Gugu Mjadu, executive GM: marketing at Business Partners Limited, who believes South Africa still faces...

Advanced video surveillance technology as a smart city enabler

Smart cities are increasingly becoming a focus area for governments and companies across Africa. However, the transition to these environments does not come without challenges, especially when it comes to security and resource management. By Teresa Huysamen, business...

SA is having a fintech revolution

Fintech, or financial technology, refers to the integration of technology into offerings by financial services companies to improve their use of financial services. The fintech landscape in South Africa has undergone significant transformation over the past few years,...

Interlink the supply chain with blockchain technology

Blockchain technology goes by many names; game-changer, disruptive, futuristic and impenetrable. Names all well-deserved and valid, writes y Johan Potgieter, cluster industrial software lead at Schneider Electric. Initially associated with cryptocurrency, blockchain...

Turn data into insights with AI

Data is the raw material of the generative AI age. At Dell Technologies, we understand that any successful GenAI model needs accurate data in its foundation to produce relevant output. Just as chemists work to turn basic elements into something new, organisations are...

SA is having silent tech waste crisis

South Africans might not realise it, but we are sitting on value when it comes to our old electronics. And by discarding unwanted technology, we are part of a silent e-waste crisis affecting our country and the world, writes Colin Williamson, CEO of Regener8 Group....

Leverage AI for resilience in data security

As the digital world races forward, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) have become crucial tools for organisations to safeguard their data. By Modeen Malick, principal systems engineer at Commvault The reality is that bad actors are leveraging the...

Intelligent dispatching can save businesses money

In the months leading up to August, more than 750 South African businesses closed their doors and went into liquidation. While that represents a decrease in closures from the same period last year, it illustrates how fragile business can be, particularly in an economy...

Look out for matric warning signs

With matric final exams only weeks away, it's natural to feel the pressure, regardless of your level of preparation. For most students, the next few weeks will be filled with revision, mostly dotting the i's and crossing the t's as they prepare to write the final...

Software Test Analyst

Our client is seeking a Test Analyst to form part of a project implementation and support team and working directly with the organisation's staff and product vendors to carry out software testing responsibilities. The candidate will play a critical role in ensuring...

Software Test Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town Region

Our client is seeking a Test Analyst to form part of a project implementation and support team and working directly with the organisation's staff and product vendors to carry out software testing responsibilities. The candidate will play a critical role in ensuring...

Senior Data Analyst/Telescope Operator

The Senior Data Analyst/Telescope Operator will be part of the science operations team and will lead a team of 4-5 data analysts/operators to support company science operations and development activities during the construction phase and will be responsible for the...

Senior Data Analyst/Telescope Operator – Western Cape Cape Town

The Senior Data Analyst/Telescope Operator will be part of the science operations team and will lead a team of 4-5 data analysts/operators to support company science operations and development activities during the construction phase and will be responsible for the...

Senior System Engineer

About ReversideReverside is an established IT services provider specialising in Software Development, IT Resourcing, Digital Transformation, and Systems Support. We are continuously looking for skilled professionals to join our growing team.We are seeking a Senior...

Senior System Engineer – Gauteng Gauteng

About ReversideReverside is an established IT services provider specialising in Software Development, IT Resourcing, Digital Transformation, and Systems Support. We are continuously looking for skilled professionals to join our growing team.We are seeking a Senior...

Senior Android Developer

ENVIRONMENT:A leading Security Solutions provider in Centurion is seeking a highly experienced Senior native Android Developer (Kotlin/Compose) to join their team and lead the development of our Android applications. The ideal candidate will have a strong...

Senior Android Developer – Gauteng Centurion

ENVIRONMENT:A leading Security Solutions provider in Centurion is seeking a highly experienced Senior native Android Developer (Kotlin/Compose) to join their team and lead the development of our Android applications. The ideal candidate will have a strong...

Intermediate iOS Developer

ENVIRONMENT:A leading Security Solutions provider in Centurion is seeking a highly experienced Intermediate iOS Developer to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Swift and SwiftUI and a proven track record of delivering high-quality...

Intermediate iOS Developer – Gauteng Centurion

ENVIRONMENT:A leading Security Solutions provider in Centurion is seeking a highly experienced Intermediate iOS Developer to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Swift and SwiftUI and a proven track record of delivering high-quality...

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