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...

Net salaries hold steady for now, but uncertainty looms

The PayInc Net Salary Index, which tracks the average nominal net salaries of approximately 2,1-million South African earners, edged higher in March 2026. Remaining above year-ago levels, the data points to a stabilisation in net salaries over the first quarter of...

DCN the new WAN for AI-era applications

According to a Dell’Oro Group report. worldwide Distributed Cloud Networking (DCN) revenue is projected to reach $21-billion by 2029, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 30% over the five-year forecast period. DCN captures the platforms and services...

FNB Connect debuts eco-friendly SIM cards

FNB Connect has introduced eco-friendly SIM cards, made possible by biodegradable SIM card carriers, and recyclable packaging. The new FNB Connect SIM cards use a reduced-plastic design, replacing the traditional full plastic carrier with a paper-based cardboard,...

AGOA uncertainty exposes fragility of trade flows

A resilient financial infrastructure for emerging markets is of fundamental importance, especially as the renewal of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) remains in doubt, and the impact of tariffs. This is according to James Booth, head of revenue...

CEO for new transmission company appointed

Monde Bala, formerly appointed as interim-CEO of the National Transmission Company South Africa (NTCSA), has been confirmed in the role. Bala has served as group executive for Eskom Distribution since 2019, following a 27-year career at Eskom in various leadership...

New CEO for Microsoft SA

Microsoft has announced that Vukani Mngxati has been appointed as CEO of Microsoft South Africa, effective 1 October 2025. Mngxati has more than 25 years of experience in enterprise modernisation and strategic innovation, having held several leadership positions at...

Hubble captures puzzling galaxy

This NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope image features a galaxy that’s hard to categorise. The galaxy in question is NGC 2775, which lies 67-million light-years away in the constellation Cancer (the Crab). NGC 2775 sports a smooth, featureless centre that is devoid of...

Long-awaited liquidity looms for local tech venture capitalists

Investment analysts Endeavor South Africa has highlighted fintech acquisitions worth billions and rising exit momentum across Africa as a proof point for a maturing ecosystem. The company says a string of high-profile exits in South Africa’s tech and fintech sectors...

Accelerate productivity with AI-powered ‘nudgetech’

HR organisations are under mounting pressure to increase productivity as leaders double-down on generative AI (GenAI) investments – however, productivity gains remain elusive. LJ Justice, research director in the Gartner HR practice, looks at understanding the...

Details on the npm Shai-Hulud worm supply chain attack

Kaspersky Threat Research has conducted an analysis of the Shai-Hulud worm's patient zero package, providing insights into how the self-replicating malware launched its widespread supply chain attack on the npm ecosystem. According to the latest Kaspersky research,...

Finalists for Verto Awards 2025 announced

Financial technology company Verto has announced the list of companies that made it to the final stage of its Verto Awards 2025. Started on 6 February, applications were open to early-stage startups that have been operating for about two years in South Africa,...

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Businesses urged to strengthen security posture

Implementing a comprehensive approach to cybersecurity and data protection are the first proactive steps to strengthening the security posture of any business. Organisations such as the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework 2.0...

Generalists are becoming the new MVPs at work

As economic uncertainty prevails and job cuts - or the threat of them - continue to loom large at workplaces in South Africa and across the globe, a new approach to futureproofing one's career and prospects is emerging: becoming a generalist. A generalist might sound...

Redefining retail through store reinvention

It was just four years ago during the pandemic - with consumers restricted to their homes and mall doors tightly shut, that online commerce began its unprecedented rise. This phenomenon left retailers thinking about the role of the actual store moving forward. Today,...

Eric Sampson is new Spark Schools MD

Earl Sampson has been appointed as the new MD of Spark Schools South Africa, direct responsibility for the operation of the Spark portfolio in South Africa. Spark Schools group CEO Stacey Brewer says Sampson offers rich multicultural insights from his work in...

Ticketmaster expands in Africa with Quicket acquisition

Ticket marketplace Ticketmaster is acquiring Quicket, a major player in Africa's general admission event and festival ticketing, to further support the rapidly growing live events market across the continent. Having launched in 2022, Ticketmaster serves some of South...

Data sharing could drive African financial inclusion

Despite the access to financial services that mobile money has introduced across Africa, a significant portion of the population remains unbanked and underserved. Data sharing holds the key to unlock the continents vast economic potential. By Thabo Molefe, head of...

The evolution of zero trust

Around 18 months ago, I was writing about the "endless journey" to zero trust, writes Dave Russell, vice-president: enterprise strategy at Veeam. I used the word "endless" because zero trust is a mindset rather than a product or a destination - it's a target to aim...

Shift to omnichannel payments drives efficiency, enhances CX

Even as more retailers turn to setting up online storefronts to extend their presence and cater to shoppers looking for convenience, the majority of South Africans still prefer to shop at physical stores, and retailers are looking for a solution that gives them a...

Are there cracks in the hybrid working model?

Hybrid working is no longer a trend; it has become a way of working for many organisations and employees. "But, as with the adoption of any new course of operation, there are always issues and learnings along the way," says Vuyiseka Ntshuntshe from Bizmod. Many...

The digitisation of payments in SA’s agribusiness

South Africa's digital payments landscape has evolved significantly in recent years and currently consists of various payment methods such as debit, credit and fleet transactions; authenticated collections (DebiCheck); contactless payments; electronic funds transfer...

Full Stack BI / Data Warehouse Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Design and develop ETL, data integration, data warehouse, data models, and BI reporting solutions. Ensure quality, performance, and standards across the BI team and support junior developers.RequirementsResponsibilities Analyse, design, develop, troubleshoot, and...

D365 Data Specialist (Financial Module)

?? We're Hiring: Data Specialist D365 Finance Module - Contract position for 6 monthsIf you are passionate about data, finance, and technology, and want to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you!Apply today and help our client transform financial operations...

Project Manager

Leading landscaping company is looking for a Project Manager to manage and oversee an Estate in Midrand.Direct Reports: 2 Assistant Managers, Workshop Manager, Administrative Support Staff, Site SupervisorsTeam Size: ±200 employeesKey ResponsibilitiesOperational &...

D365 Data Specialist (Financial Module) – Remote Remote

?? We're Hiring: Data Specialist D365 Finance Module - Contract position for 6 monthsIf you are passionate about data, finance, and technology, and want to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you!Apply today and help our client transform financial operations...

Project Manager – Remote Remote

Leading landscaping company is looking for a Project Manager to manage and oversee an Estate in Midrand.Direct Reports: 2 Assistant Managers, Workshop Manager, Administrative Support Staff, Site SupervisorsTeam Size: ±200 employeesKey ResponsibilitiesOperational &...

Senior IT Technician

Ensuring that IT services are designed and implemented to support both daily operational needs and strategic objectives. Ensure the security and integrity of data, , provide technical support, and enhance overall productivity through effective technology solutions....

Senior Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

SENIOR DEVELOPER – Marketing Team (The Coolest Tech Squad in Retail) Hey code wizard, yes YOU, the one who dreams in RPG and wakes up debugging in your sleep…We're on the hunt for a Senior Developer who doesn't just write code — you craft digital magic that makes our...

Senior IT Technician – Gauteng Randburg

Ensuring that IT services are designed and implemented to support both daily operational needs and strategic objectives. Ensure the security and integrity of data, , provide technical support, and enhance overall productivity through effective technology solutions....

Senior Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Western Cape Ladismith

SENIOR DEVELOPER – Marketing Team (The Coolest Tech Squad in Retail) Hey code wizard, yes YOU, the one who dreams in RPG and wakes up debugging in your sleep…We're on the hunt for a Senior Developer who doesn't just write code — you craft digital magic that makes our...

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