Open-source intelligence raises risks
The risk of crime related to open-source intelligence (OSINT) continues to escalate. This is according to Community Monitoring Service (CMS) senior manager Gerrit van Heerden, who says we are seeing a growing, increasingly clinical approach by criminals who are using...
Enterprise AI is at a critical tipping point
Kathy Gibson reports - We are at a critical moment in the race for enterprise artificial intelligence (AI) – winning is no longer about who adopts AI, but who scales safely, efficiently and with business impact. This is the headline finding from IDC’s CIO Playbook, a...
Phishing further evolves with AI and stealth
Kaspersky detected and blocked over 142-million phishing link clicks in Q2 2025 - a 3,3% increase globally and a 25,7% increase in Africa from Q1. Currently, phishing is going through a shift driven by sophisticated AI-powered deception techniques and innovative...
MTN scores global first with core network upgrades
MTN South Africa has become the first operator globally to go-live with automated In-service Software Upgrade (ISSU) on Ericsson Packet Core Gateway (PCG) node with a collocated Packet Core Firewall. The modernisation brings a range of benefits to South Africa’s...
When trade deals expire: What’s at stake with AGOA?
Market access to the US could further deteriorate for many African countries if the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) is not renewed before its expiration today (30 September 2025). AGOA is a non-reciprocal US trade preference programme introduced in May 2000...
AI-enabling cloud services are the future of cloud
The adoption of AI within cloud services is poised to revolutionise IT operations, embedding AI as a fundamental element across everything from infrastructure management to application deployment. Significant investment from vendors is speeding up the commoditisation...
HashiCorp builds agentic infrastructure with Project infragraph
IBM company HashiCorp has introduced a series of infrastructure and security lifecycle innovations, and a preview of Project infragraph — a new strategic investment for the HashiCorp Cloud Platform (HCP) that lays the groundwork for agentic infrastructure....
Alleviating energy poverty in hardest-to-reach markets
UK impact investor British International Investment (BII) has committed $20-million to Acumen’s Hardest-to-Reach (H2R) initiative to expand energy access in frontier African economies. Through the initiative’s debt-focused vehicle, H2R Amplify, BII says its investment...
How to avoid ‘well-being washing’
Post the Covid-19 pandemic, its global lockdowns, restrictions, and general business mayhem, many companies are now making an effort to show they actually care about their employees. Better hours, working from home, lunchtime yoga classes - and stats suggest that...
MEA maintains strong growth in hardcopy peripherals
The overall Middle East and Africa (MEA) hardcopy peripherals (HCP) market posted growth in both units and value in the first half of 2025 (1H25), according to the latest insights from International Data Corporation (IDC). The global technology research and consulting...
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From problem-solving to strategic thinking, games are helping learners hone crucial skills that translate directly to success. The connection is clear between video gaming and future careers in technology, design, and broadcasting - and educators are finding ways to...
2nd LiFe batteries could position SA in the circular economy
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Mastering SARS auto-assessments for tax season
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Keys to chief AI officer success
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Accelerating transformation to keep up with next-generation supply chain
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International acclaim for SA healthcare system
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Cyberattacks on third parties raise risks for financial services
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Phish, smish and pay: The high cost of security failure
Organisations want solutions that mitigate the growing security threat and elevate their security posture. They need a layered and intelligent approach to security capable of withstanding the threats. And there are a significant number of threats. In 2023, more than...
Inq enables Mimecase peering
Inq is providing Mimecast with the services needed to peer at NAPAfrica in Teraco Isando, enabling reliable routing and the free exchange of traffic with Africa's largest Internet exchange community. Inq connects more than 1 200 of the continent's largest corporations...
J2 Software is first global accredited Mimecast partner
Cybersecurity firm J2 Software has been awarded the Mimecast EMEA Customer Excellence of the Year Award - and is the first Mimecast Professional Services Authorised Partner worldwide. This recognition follows its previous accolade as South Africa's MSP Partner of the...
D365 Data Specialist (Financial Module)
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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 &...
Full Stack BI / Data Warehouse Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
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) – 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 &...
RPA Business Analyst ( six months contract )
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Senior RPA Developer
Key Responsibilities: Process Analyse business processes and identify opportunities for automation using Microsoft Power Platform tools.Collaborate with business analysts and process owners to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions.Design,...
Network Architect at Huawei
Understand Customer Requirements: Engage with customers to understand their unique requirements, business objectives, and technical environments. Provide tailored test scenarios, and deliver compelling POC results.End-to-End POC Execution: Plan, configure, and manage...
Senior RPA Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Senior RPA Developer — PretoriaAre you a seasoned RPA professional ready to take automation to the next level? SARS is seeking a Senior RPA Developer to lead the design, development, and deployment of sophisticated automation solutions that transform business...
RPA Business Analyst ( six months contract ) – Gauteng Pretoria
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