A warning for all travellers
Between June and August this year, Kaspersky’s Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) discovered a new wave of cyberattacks by a threat group called RevengeHotels which targets hotels to gain access to guests’ payment information. The group has been operating since...
ITU, Google and will.i.am look to bridge the digital divide
The International Telecommunication Union (ITU), Google, and musician, tech founder, and philanthropist will.i.am have launched an initiative to bring artificial intelligence and robotics training to students across Africa. Announced during the Digital@UNGA Anchor...
Fibre operators improve perception ratings
Octotel, Openserve and MetroFibre retain the top three spots in the latest six-monthly Fibre Network Operator (FNO) Perception Survey by ISPA, South Africa’s official internet Industry Representative Body (IRB). In good news for internet industry service levels,...
Infrastructure growth drives Telkom recovery
Telkom SA SOC Limited has reported double-digit growth in mobile and fixed data traffic driving operating margin improvements. Cost optimisation remains a key focus, and it helped achieve a 25,1% growth in adjusted EBITDA to R11,8-billion, exceeding guidance. Adjusted...
Multiple IoT devices targeted with a new Mirai botnet version
Kaspersky Global Research & Analysis Team (GReAT) researchers have found multiple IoT devices targeted with a new version of the Mirai botnet. The majority of attacked devices were located in China, Egypt, India, Brazil, Turkiye and Russia. Mirai remains one of...
Bitcoin price likely to surge as US stagflation takes hold
With the US Federal Reserve now openly warning of stagflation, Bitcoin is rapidly emerging as a preferred option for investors seeking insulation from mounting economic stress. This is according to Nigel Green, chief executive of deVere Group, who says the expected...
Customer service agents fail to promote self-service
A massive 60% of customer service agents fail to promote self-service options, according to a survey by Gartner. A Gartner survey of 5 801 customers conducted in January and February 2025 revealed that despite the potential benefits of self-service, when agents do...
Webb takes a new look at the Sombrero Galaxy
NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope recently imaged the Sombrero Galaxy with its NIRCam (Near-Infrared Camera). The image shows dust from the galaxy’s outer ring blocking stellar light from stars within the galaxy. In the central region of the galaxy, the roughly 2 000...
RAG becoming key for deploying GenAI applications
Gartner predicts that organisations will develop 80% of generative AI (GenAI) business applications on their existing data management platforms by 2028 – reducing the complexity and time required to deliver these applications by 50%. “Building GenAI business...
IoT, HPC and cloud access driving digital twins growth
The global digital twins market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 35,6% from $5-billion in 2019 to $154-billion by 2030, according to forecasts from GlobalData. Digital twins are increasingly transforming industries such as manufacturing,...
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6GHz spectrum a hot topic at WAPA event
One of the key takeaways from the recent Wireless Access Provider's Association (WAPA) Gauteng Regional event in Krugersdorp was that wireless internet service providers (WISPs) need to expand the use case for WiFi and identify new opportunities to unlock business...
Dell and CrowdStrike expand partnership
Dell Technologies and CrowdStrike have announced an expanded strategic partnership to deliver Dell's Managed Detection and Response (MDR) services with the AI-native CrowdStrike Falcon XDR platform, helping customers defend against increasingly complex cyberattacks....
New CEO for Access Bank SA
Access Bank South Africa today announced the appointment of Sandile Shabalala as its new CEO. Shabalala joins the bank after serving as chief executive for business and commercial banking at Sasfin Bank, where he led the establishment and development of the business...
Unleash the potential of AI in the development sector
Embracing new technology may seem like an unwelcome burden among the myriad of challenges already facing the development sector. However, rapid technological advancements such as artificial intelligence (AI) - if used wisely - have game-changing potential. By Cathy...
Private 5G can unlock the promise of industrial AI
The industrial ecosystem is advancing at an incredible pace - rapid technology development and adoption cycles present massive opportunities for greater operational efficiency and productivity. By Kelly Switt, senior director intelligent edge global business...
DSaaS drives informed decision-making
In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, data has become the cornerstone of innovation and competitive advantage for businesses across nearly all industries. So much so that insights suggest that data-driven organisations are 23 times more likely to acquire...
Deregulation drives innovation in Africa’s energy sector
A deregulated power sector is an enormous opportunity for key markets in Africa, as individual countries start to contribute to an efficient, sustainable and competitive renewable energy ecosystem, writes Paul van Zijl, Group CEO at Starsight Energy. He shares some...
Exclusive Networks Africa, Netwxs drive sustainable IT learnerships
Exclusive Networks Africa, which has a long history of supporting skills development for young people in the ICT arena, has recently seen the graduation of the first group of learners from its year-long learnership partnership with Netwxs Enterprise Development...
CISO role evolves to one of strategic leadership
The role of the chief information security officer (CISO) has evolved significantly, prompting questions about reporting structures within organisations. By Simeon Tassev, MD and QSA at Galix. Traditionally, the CISO reported to the chief information officer (CIO),...
SME impact report advocates more support for agribusinesses
AGRA has released the 3rd edition of the 'African Agribusiness Outlook Report' which sheds light on the impact of the "Triple Crisis" - Covid-19 pandemic, climate change, and the Russia-Ukraine conflict - on small and medium-sized agribusinesses in Nigeria, Zambia,...
Software Developer (Python) (Western Cape OR Gauteng) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:A leading company in the Intelligent Process Automation (IPA) sector is offering an exciting opportunity for a Solution / Software Developer to join their team. This role is open to candidates based in either Gauteng or the Western Cape. You will be...
Technical Test Analyst
We're hiring a Technical QA on behalf of a well-established financial services environment that values technical excellence, collaboration and continuous growth. If you're experienced in both Manual and Automation testing, this could be the right fit. The role...
Technical Test Analyst
My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for a Technical Test Analyst to join their team on a contract basis. IT / Finance Responsibilities Analyse requirements and design test casesPerform manual and automated testing (Unit, SIT, UAT, Regression,...
Technical Test Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town Region
We're hiring a Technical QA on behalf of a well-established financial services environment that values technical excellence, collaboration and continuous growth. If you're experienced in both Manual and Automation testing, this could be the right fit. The role...
Technical Test Analyst – Western Cape Bellville
My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for a Technical Test Analyst to join their team on a contract basis. IT / Finance Responsibilities Analyse requirements and design test casesPerform manual and automated testing (Unit, SIT, UAT, Regression,...
WebSphere Application Server Specialist
Job Description,The request is for a senior WAS Administrator, with on-the-job experience in WAS Installations, Configurations, Troubleshooting and day-to-day administration of the WAS deployment.Required Expertise may include:Expertise in performing Product installs...
Software developer – Office Based
Upper Highway - (Office Based) - Are you a passionate software developer with experience in developing web applications with the ability to work on both front and back-end technologies. Are ready to make an impact with your coding skills? This is an exciting...
WebSphere Application Server Specialist – Gauteng Pretoria
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Software developer – Office Based – KwaZulu-Natal KwaZulu-Natal
Upper Highway - (Office Based) - Are you a passionate software developer with experience in developing web applications with the ability to work on both front and back-end technologies. Are ready to make an impact with your coding skills? This is an exciting...
Expert Full Stack Developer (Java & Angular) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Expert Full Stack Developer (Java & Angular)Are you a seasoned Full Stack Developer who thrives on solving complex challenges and building cutting-edge applications? Do you want to be part of a forward-thinking tech environment where innovation, collaboration, and...
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