The year in SA Search
Google has released its 2025 Year in Search for South Africa, showing what people in the country tried to understand, fix, follow and debate over the past year. The report tracks the fastest-rising searches, offering a clear sense of the stories, questions and moments...
Smartphone sales for 2025 on track for 1,5% growth
Worldwide smartphone shipments are forecast to grow 1,5% year-on-year (YoY) in 2025 to 1,25-billion units, according to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker. This is an increase from 1% growth in prior forecast, primarily...
Execs skeptical of cybersecurity value
A massive 90% of non-executive directors (NEDs) lack a measure of confidence in cybersecurity value, according to a new survey from Gartner. Only 10% of NEDs express strong confidence in the value of cybersecurity investments or initiatives, stating they have the...
Knowledge Hub aims to keep G20 outcomes alive
The G20 Legacy Knowledge Hub is set to launch in December 2025. The hub follows the conclusion of the G20 Summit last weekend, and will be launched by SustainaBridge in partnership with the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO). While the...
Vodacom in multi-year strategic collaboration with Google Cloud
Vodacom Group has announced a strategic collaboration with Google Cloud to accelerate its digital transformation using Google Cloud’s advanced data analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) product portfolio. Under the terms of the collaboration, Vodacom will harness...
Manufacturers faced $18bn loss to ransomware in 2025
In the first three quarters of 2025, ransomware attacks on manufacturing organisations could have generated over $18-billion in losses, according to Kaspersky in collaboration with VDC Research. This figure reflects just the direct cost of an idle workforce during...
Checkers Sixty60 breaks delivery records in Early Black Friday
Checkers Sixty60 has set new records for daily orders, pick rates and on-time deliveries during its Early Black Friday online exclusive promotion. Between 20 and 23 November, Checkers Sixty60 ran online-only deals across both groceries and general merchandise,...
SA schools shine at Inspired Builds robotics competition
Three South African schools – Reddam House Bedfordview, Reddford House The Hills and Reddam House Umhlanga – have earned top honours in the global Inspired Builds robotics competition, a technology challenge involving 111 schools across 24 countries. The annual...
Africa unites to save lives on Red Saturday
The South African National Blood Service (SANBS) and the Western Cape Blood Service (WCBS) will join blood services across Africa for a ground-breaking blood donation event, Red Saturday, scheduled for Saturday 29 November 2025. The event aims to engage thousands of...
Biology model IDs more than 1m species, and counting
Tanya Berger-Wolf’s first computational biology project started as a bet with a colleague: that she could build an AI model capable of identifying individual zebras faster than a zoologist. She won. Now, the director of the Translational Data Analytics Institute and a...
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When likes become liability: Hidden cyber risks at work
The use of social media at work – especially on devices connected to internal networks – is putting South African businesses at risk of data breaches and cyberattacks. With no specific laws governing social media use in the workplace, many businesses operate without...
Why payroll teams can’t keep up with modern work culture
Working remotely has benefits, as does working from the office. Both concepts are part of changing workplaces. Rather than choosing sides, workplace cultures should evolve to embrace these new dimensions. But when companies still rely on old software, they lack the...
Micro-credentialing redefines how graduates break into new careers
With rapid shifts in the job market becoming commonplace, graduate professionals have to be more resilient than ever to ensure they stay ahead of trends and keep their careers on an upward trajectory. This has given rise to the phenomenon of micro-credentialing,...
The SAP migration mistake most companies make
When organisations plan their move to SAP S/4HANA, they are usually focusing on things like infrastructure, cloud hosting, and new functionality. By Tracy Gore, senior SAP consultant at BTEC Consulting These are important, but many migration projects come to a...
Smart organisations are bringing workloads back on-prem
Following the cloud revolution an unexpected trend is taking hold in the shape of cloud repatriation with many businesses making the strategic move of bringing workloads and data back from the cloud to on-premises infrastructure. This is according to Nexsan and its...
Digital payment solutions fuel spaza shop success
The township economy is one of South Africa’s strongest economic lifelines. At its centre are spaza shops - small, often family-run businesses that keep millions of households stocked with daily essentials. Yet many of these shops still rely on cash-only systems. The...
Modern PCs, smarter security: it’s more than a refresh
It’s easy to view PC refreshes as being simply cosmetic. Businesses get new designs, faster processors, and maybe a thinner chassis. By Musa Masungwini, data protector and cyber defender at Dell Technologies South Africa These enhancements are certainly welcome, but...
FNB adds Swoo Pay for Huawei, Android devices
FNB and RMB Private Bank customers using Huawei or Android enabled devices now have access to a new safe and secure contactless payment option with Swoo Pay. Huawei customers with NFC enabled Huawei devices running HarmonyOS or AndroidOS without Google Services can...
Telecoms in northern Africa a prime target for DDoS
NetScout Systems has released its latest global threat intelligence report revealing how DDoS hits are intensifying across North Africa. The findings highlight that telecommunications providers - both wired and wireless - were the primary targets in Morocco, Tunisia,...
AI is set to fundamentally change how we live
IFA, held annually in Berlin since 1924, is the world’s largest showcase of home and consumer electronics that shape how we live. Each year, it offers a glimpse of what’s next for households around the globe. By Trevor Brewer, director of Solenco This year, the focus...
Systems Support Technician
Evaluate system performance by testing compatibility of new software, firmware, and programs with existing systems and equipment.Assess system expansions or enhancements by analysing workload and capacity across CCTV, Fire, Intruder, BMS, and Access Control...
Systems Support Technician – Western Cape Century City
Evaluate system performance by testing compatibility of new software, firmware, and programs with existing systems and equipment.Assess system expansions or enhancements by analysing workload and capacity across CCTV, Fire, Intruder, BMS, and Access Control...
Senior Business Analyst – IT3 – Gauteng Johannesburg
We are seeking a skilled Business Analyst deliver a clear and actionable Business Requirement Specification (BRS) and supporting documentation for IT3 tax reporting from CL-STRUCT into Axiom. The role requires hands-on engagement with Tax, Finance, and Technology...
Data Engineer/ BI Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Our client is eagerly seeking a Data Engineer/ BI Developer to join their team! Key Requirements Bachelor's Degree - BSC / BTech/DiplomaMinimum of 5 years' relevant experienceExperience in Power BI, SQL, Python, AzureShould you meet the requirements for this position,...
Senior Java & Angular Developer (Fintech) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Pretoria
Do you dream in Java? Speak fluent Spring Boot? Can you charm both Angular frontends and Native Android apps into working harmoniously? Then you might be exactly who we're looking for!We're on the lookout for a Java Developer Extraordinaire to join our squad of...
Advanced Back End Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Role Overview:We are looking for a skilled Back End Developer to join our team. The role involves delivering robust backend solutions while also contributing to the frontend code base and full-stack projects. You will work closely with feature teams to design,...
Senior Full Stack Developer
Seeking a highly motivated, analytical, and methodical Senior Full Stack Developer with 7+ years of experience. The successful candidate will assist in building and developing omni-channel communication and activation solutions, support project scoping, management,...
Senior Mobile Developer – iOS & Android
We are seeking a Senior Mobile Developer with strong expertise in iOS, Android, and React Native. This senior role combines hands-on development, architecture design, and mentorship, ensuring delivery of high-quality, scalable, and innovative mobile applications. Key...
Advanced Back End Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Pretoria
Role Overview:We are looking for a skilled Back End Developer to join our team. The role involves delivering robust backend solutions while also contributing to the frontend code base and full-stack projects. You will work closely with feature teams to design,...
Senior Full Stack Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Seeking a highly motivated, analytical, and methodical Senior Full Stack Developer with 7+ years of experience. The successful candidate will assist in building and developing omni-channel communication and activation solutions, support project scoping, management,...
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