Applications open for JWO Research Grant
The Jennifer Ward Oppenheimer (JWO) Research Grant opens its 2026 call for applications today (23 March 2026), inviting early-career African scientists to submit research proposals that advance biodiversity and conservation on the continent. The grant is open to...
Are we upholding Section 14 in the digital age
As South Africa commemorates the 30th anniversary of the Constitution (21 March), we are celebrating a document that was designed to protect the inherent dignity of every citizen. In 1996, the threats to that dignity were largely physical. Today, however, our lives...
Enterprises look to TrustOps and countering disinformation
By 2027, 50% of enterprises will be investing in disinformation security products or services and TrustOps strategies, up from less than 5% today, according to Gartner. In the new Gartner book World Without Truth, authors Andrew Frank, distinguished vice-president...
IATA calls for better safety as 5G/6G use grows
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) and national telecommunications regulators to ensure that 5G and 6G networks operating near aviation frequencies do not impair radio altimeters and other avionics...
Business leaders seek closer Africa-Europe ties
The 12th annual CEO Dialogue on Southern Africa brought together more than 150 leading CEOs, policymakers, and thought leaders on 20 to 21 November 2025 to address Africa’s central role in the global future, on the sidelines of the G20 Summit. Organised by The...
GenAI blind spots CIOs need to address
Gartner has identified critical blind spots stemming from overlooked risks and unintended consequences of generative AI (GenAI) adoption – and warned that CIOs must proactively address these hidden challenges to ensure GenAI value realisation and avoid AI project...
Stay alert amid wave of fake investment platforms
Kaspersky has issued a warning to South African users about a wave of fake investment platforms that exploit the popularity of online trading and digital investment services. Since 2024, Kaspersky solutions have blocked more than 27 000 phishing scams imitating...
Young graduate builds hiring engine
As South Africa marks Entrepreneurship Month, celebrating innovators who are reshaping the country’s economic landscape, Nhlanhla Mabena is proving what’s possible when technology meets purpose. The 25-year-old Information Technology (Hons) graduate from Richfield has...
Maker Economy could break SA’s youth deadlock
Almost half of South Africa’s young people remain shut out of work and education, despite ongoing efforts to reverse the trend. New Q3 2025 data by Statistics South Africa puts the not in employment, education, or training (NEET) rate for 15-34-year-olds at 42,7% –...
Fraud still rising as digital crime evolves
As the world marks International Fraud Awareness Week (16–22 November, 2025), Forvis Mazars South Africa warns that despite more sophisticated compliance systems, occupational fraud and corruption in sub-Saharan Africa remain at alarmingly high levels - and are...
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According to the Facts and Figures 2023 report, just 37% of Africa’s population uses the Internet, representing a digital divide for hundreds of millions of people. Only a tiny fraction of the continent’s people have access to a high-speed broadband connection at...
Check Point Software unveils MSSP portal for partners
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Sales incentive app aims to drive channel growth
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Security in a rapidly-changing landscape
Allianz Commercial South Africa, in partnership with Cox Yeats hosted a hybrid panel discussion that brought together industry experts to delve into the pressing issue of cybercrime. The panel discussion, moderated by Mongezi Mpahlwa, partner at Cox Yeats, included...
Mastercard, Smile ID accelerate merchant onboarding in Africa
Mastercard has teamed up with Smile ID, a leading African digital Know Your Customer (KYC) provider, to streamline the merchant onboarding process for businesses in Nigeria and across Africa. The collaboration will see Mastercard provide Smile ID with its Merchant...
Huawei Cloud targets SA’s virtualisation challenges
Huawei Cloud has moved to help South African businesses overcome soaring costs and licensing challenges in the virtualisation space, offering secure, seamless and highly cost-effective alternatives to legacy virtualisation solutions. A roadshow staged in Johannesburg,...
Africa risks poverty, economic hardship in climate change fight
Organisations ranging from the World Bank to the European Investment Bank (EIB) have dropped support for African fossil fuel production in hopes of encouraging a transition from oil, gas and coal to sustainable energy sources like wind and solar power. By NJ Ayuk,...
The importance of health and safety in construction
In South Africa, more than 5 900 accidents in the construction industry were reported for 2023. Of these, 32 3% were ‘struck by’ accidents (produced by forcible contact or impact between the injured person and an object or piece of equipment) signifying the importance...
Protecting underground infrastructure against environmental issues
South Africa’s mining industry is no stranger to extreme weather and other natural challenges. From the impacts of intense heat underground to the unpredictable onslaught of severe storms and floods, these environmental factors pose significant risks to mining...
Software key to improved disaster management
Over the past few months, South Africa has experienced numerous disasters, both manmade and natural. From the George building collapse in May to the floods that have wreaked havoc in the Western Cape for the second year in a row, and the wildfires that engulfed...
Full stack C# Developer
Seeking a Full stack C# Developer responsible for developing high-quality applications and designing and implementing testable and scalable code. Key Requirements Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science or related fieldProven production experience...
Technical Administrator
Our client, a well known medical company based in Midrand is looking for a Technical Administrator. Admin experience working with Field Service Technicians is essential.The Technical Administrator will be responsible for processing all admin for the Technical...
Full stack C# Developer – KwaZulu-Natal Durban Region
Seeking a Full stack C# Developer responsible for developing high-quality applications and designing and implementing testable and scalable code. Key Requirements Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science or related fieldProven production experience...
Technical Administrator – Gauteng Midrand
Our client, a well known medical company based in Midrand is looking for a Technical Administrator. Admin experience working with Field Service Technicians is essential.The Technical Administrator will be responsible for processing all admin for the Technical...
Azure DevOps Engineer
Seeking an Azure DevOps Engineer responsible for designing, implementing, and managing cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines to deliver high-quality, scalable, and secure solutions. Key Requirements Deep understanding of Azure services: Resource Manager, App...
Support Engineer (Junior to Senior)
Job Requirements:This position requires troubleshooting, problem-solving and technical skills using various diagnostic tools. In addition, strong interpersonal skills are required to guide customers through situations, providing customer satisfaction. This may often...
Azure DevOps Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Seeking an Azure DevOps Engineer responsible for designing, implementing, and managing cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines to deliver high-quality, scalable, and secure solutions. Key Requirements Deep understanding of Azure services: Resource Manager, App...
Support Engineer (Junior to Senior) – Western Cape Cape Town
Job Requirements:This position requires troubleshooting, problem-solving and technical skills using various diagnostic tools. In addition, strong interpersonal skills are required to guide customers through situations, providing customer satisfaction. This may often...
Data Engineer/Data Scientist
Our client is looking for a Data Engineer/Data Scientist for a hybrid role based in JHB Key Requirements 5+ years' experience overall.BSc/ BTech/ [URL Removed]Python - Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, Tensorflow/PyTorchSQL Dialects - T-SQL, PostgreSQL, NoSQLMicrosoft...
Full Stack Software Engineer (Next.js./React.js & Node) (CPT – UK Work Hours)
ENVIRONMENT:A UK-based comprehensive Digital Agency seeks the coding talents of a Full Stack Software Engineer to build rich, user- centric interfaces that bring complex business processes to life through clean and responsive UI components. You will develop and...
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