Research shows that humans and honeyguides speak in local dialects
Researchers from the University of Cape Town (UCT), working with international collaborators, have shown that people in northern Mozambique use regionally distinct “dialects” when communicating with honeyguide birds, revealing a striking parallel to the way human...
SA young scientists heading to Taiwan
Two Eskom Expo for Young Scientists winners are set to represent South Africa at the prestigious Taiwan International Science Fair (TISF) with pioneering scientific research that reflects the innovation, scientific curiosity, and global competitiveness of the...
Emirates taps SA tech talent for IT careers
The Emirates Group is inviting interested local IT professionals to attend recruitment information sessions in Johannesburg and Cape Town on 27 and 28 September. More than 200 future-focused tech roles are available, spanning software engineering and technical...
Solar Orbiter traces superfast electrons back to Sun
The European Space Agency-led Solar Orbiter mission has split the flood of energetic particles flung out into space from the Sun into two groups, tracing each back to a different kind of outburst from our star. The Sun is the most energetic particle accelerator in the...
It will cost nearly $3-trillion to connect humanity to the Internet
Achieving universal, meaningful Internet connectivity by 2030 could require an investment of $2,6-trillion to $2,8-trillion at current prices, according to the International Telecommunication Union’s (ITU) Connecting Humanity Action Blueprint report. The report...
Turning tariffs into strategy
The imposition of import tariffs by the US calls for strategic collaboration – not just among businesses, but across sectors and borders, explain Meluleki Nzimande, partner and Shandré Smith, associate at Webber Wentzel. On 2 April, the US administration issued an...
CIOs can’t ignore the rising tide of deepfake attacks
A 2025 Gartner survey of 302 cybersecurity leaders revealed that deepfake incidents are increasingly impacting organisations, with 43% reporting at least one audio call incident and 37% experiencing deepfakes in video calls. CIOs and security leaders who underestimate...
Agentic AI to take business automation to new heights
Agentic AI is expected to play a central role in the digital transformation of enterprise systems to AI-native stacks, says data and analytics group GlobalData. Agentic AI holds much promise for improving the efficiency of enterprise workflows, reducing costs, and...
Consistency in new vehicle sales indicates stability
New vehicle sales surpassed the 50 000-unit volume for the second consecutive month during August, making the significant volume more than a mere spike as has been the case in recent times. Volumes of more than 50 000 have previously been single month spikes, making...
Linux and Windows users come under attack
New Kaspersky data has shown that more Windows and Linux users faced vulnerability exploits in the first half of 2025 compared to 2024. The total number of vulnerabilities registered in the first half of 2025, according to cve.org, also increased compared to previous...
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Internet access shouldn’t impede equitable education
Although 12,8-million South Africans still lack internet access, and mobile data costs remain prohibitively high, these obstacles shouldn't restrict learners from accessing basic education online. This is according to Dr Corrin Varady, CEO at IDEA, who says that...
How SA businesses can unlock the power of AI
IBM's research in AI goes back to the 1950s and includes significant milestones like the Deep Blue supercomputer defeating chess grandmaster Garry Kasparov. In 2011, IBM Watson defeated Brad Rutter and Ken Jennings in the Jeopardy! challenge. By Ria Pinto, GM and...
Ensure data governance meets compliance requirements
As data growth continues at exponential rates and the value and sensitivity of data increases, laws around data are becoming increasingly onerous - particularly in highly regulated industries like financial services and healthcare as well as government. By Lourens...
Mastercard partners with fintech SAVA
Mastercard and Johannesburg-based fintech SAVA have announced a partnership that will support small, medium, and micro enterprises (SMMEs) through innovative payments technology and infrastructure. Through the partnership, the two entities will provide small...
SAP enables data-driven business transformation
SAP has announced new capabilities in its SAP Datasphere solution, including new generative-AI features, to transform enterprise planning through simplified data landscapes and more-intuitive data interaction. "Capturing data to make better decisions is an enterprise...
A year of being grey(listed)
It's been a year since the global watchdog the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) put South Africa on a grey list for failing to meet international standards with regards to anti-money laundering, combating the financing of terrorism and proliferation financing. What...
Fintech going native in the cloud
The fintech industry is currently experiencing a significant shift away from stand-alone servers (sometimes called 'on tin'), towards a cloud-native infrastructure model. This move has significant benefits for the industry as a whole, and payment-as-a-service...
Choosing the right cybersecurity partner is non-negotiable in supply chain
Finding the right cybersecurity specialist ranks among a logistics firm's most important tasks. With South Africa now among the world's biggest cybercrime hotspots, these companies are scrambling to guard against new and highly sophisticated attacks. The ransomware...
Outsourcing IT can drive competitive advantage
The debate as to whether to insource or outsource when it comes to IT is an ongoing one, and each area has its pros and cons. Businesses need to weigh up the perceived risks along with the benefits to decide what works for them, but in the South African climate in...
Safeguarding sensitive information in an era of global mobility
In the realm of global mobility, where individuals and organisations traverse borders for various reasons, safeguarding sensitive information becomes an even more critical imperative. By Pieter Nienaber, Compliance Africa at Crown Records Management South Africa...
Multi-Disciplinary Project Manager
Our client is looking for a Multi-Disciplinary Project Manager to join their dynamic team in Cape Town.The Project Manager will report directly to the Senior Project Manager and will be responsible for the planning, execution, and delivery of medium to large-scale...
Business Analyst (Supply Chain)
A supply chain advisory and data analytics firm that helps businesses improve efficiency, reduce costs, and increase revenue through consulting, data science, and custom solutions, is seeking a a Senior Business Analyst and Consultant to join their Solution Design...
Multi-Disciplinary Project Manager – Western Cape Century City
Our client is looking for a Multi-Disciplinary Project Manager to join their dynamic team in Cape Town.The Project Manager will report directly to the Senior Project Manager and will be responsible for the planning, execution, and delivery of medium to large-scale...
Business Analyst (Supply Chain) – Western Cape Cape Town
A supply chain advisory and data analytics firm that helps businesses improve efficiency, reduce costs, and increase revenue through consulting, data science, and custom solutions, is seeking a a Senior Business Analyst and Consultant to join their Solution Design...
Junior Project Manager
My client based in Bellville is currently looking for a Junior Project Manager to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Qualifications & Experience Grade 12 certificateRelevant IT or Project Management qualification (e.g., Diploma, BCom IT, PMP...
Business System Engineer
Our client is looking to hire a Business Systems Engineer for their Cape Town location. Key Requirements Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field.Understanding of system design and development, either through coursework or...
Junior Project Manager – Western Cape Bellville
My client based in Bellville is currently looking for a Junior Project Manager to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Qualifications & Experience Grade 12 certificateRelevant IT or Project Management qualification (e.g., Diploma, BCom IT, PMP...
Business System Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Our client is looking to hire a Business Systems Engineer for their Cape Town location. Key Requirements Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field.Understanding of system design and development, either through coursework or...
Backend & DevOps-Focused Full Stack Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
We're seeking a Backend & DevOps-Focused Full Stack Developer to enhance the scalability, reliability, and automation of our growing application ecosystem. This role combines backend development excellence with a strong DevOps mindset — perfect for someone who...
Junior Data Engineer
Our client is seeking a Data Engineer who is willing to work in the field and collaborate closely with farmers. Key Requirements Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Business Analytics, Engineering, or a related field.Proven experience in designing and implementing data...
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