Massive surge in malware attacks on SMBs disguised as AI services
From January to April 2026, Kaspersky security solutions detected more than 33 300 attacks on small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), in which malicious or unwanted software for PCs were disguised as popular artificial intelligence (AI) services. This number has...
IITPSA conference to delve into AI’s impact on jobs
The Institute of Information Technology Professionals (IITPSA) will host its first ICT skills conference at Emperor’s Palace on 30 October, focusing on the impact of AI on jobs and skills in the sector. “AI is potentially the most disruptive technology in the modern...
Bolt expands rider verification
Bolt South Africa has expanded rider identity verification across its platform, introducing an additional layer of accountability designed to strengthen trust between riders and driver partners while supporting safer mobility experiences across South Africa. The...
The new reality of enterprise security: scaling resilience amid complexity
Large enterprises face a cybersecurity mismatch: rising AI-powered attacks and Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) outpace understaffed teams. Fragmented tools create visibility gaps and alert fatigue. To build resilience, organisations should consolidate platforms,...
Study uncovers hidden human cost of online gambling
Nearly three quarters (72%) of South African online gamblers describe themselves as being in control of their gambling – but a new study indicates that the reality might be very different. A national study by Yazi reveals a more troubling reality beneath the...
Entry-level jobs for school-leavers
This Youth Month, online recruitment platform Pnet has released its Pnet Job Market Trends Report for June 2026, featuring a closer look at the top entry-level job opportunities in South Africa. Based on vacancies posted across the company’s platforms, this special...
SA again failing its women … now with breast cancer care
A new study by the Department of Surgery at UCT and Groote Schuur Hospital has revealed deep systemic inequities in breast cancer care across South Africa - including critical shortages of surgical services, specialist staff, and diagnostic capacity which deny many...
Veeam streamlines African distribution
Kathy Gibson reports from the Veeam ProPartner Summit 2026 – Veeam has finalised the consolidation of its distribution landscape in Africa. As part of this updated model, Veeam has onboarded Mitsumi Distribution as a new distributor for East and West Africa, while...
SA’s Saucecode garners global awards
South African company Saucecode has been gathering global awards for its home-grown Roboteur automation platform, which is deployed in enterprises as varied as Nedbank, Johannesburg Stock Exchange and Cine Centre. CIOReview Magazine Europe recently awarded Saucecode...
Valued at $1,77trn, SpaceX goes public
Elon Musk’s Space Exploration Technologies (SpaceX) will start trading today on the today (12 June 2026) Nasdaq Global Select Market and Nasdaq Texas. The company has confirmed the pricing of its initial public offering of 555 555 555 shares of its Class A common...
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LG partnership reaches 200-ton recycling milestone
As we celebrate Earth Day (tomorrow, 22 April), LG South Africa’s recycling partnership has seen nearly 200 tons of polystyrene – an amount equivalent to covering a rugby field in 2,7m of the waste material – recycled in Germiston, Gauteng. This is a major milestone...
Why AI trust now depends on resilient data foundations
South African organisations are moving quickly from AI experimentation to deployment, writes Rick Vanover, vice-president of product strategy at Veeam Software. The latest South African Generative AI Roadmap 2025 found that 67% of respondents reported current GenAI...
The voice bots with hearts …
What are the many AI voice bots that are about to start helping companies with customer engagement actually going to say? For all the hype and buzzwords around AI, what really counts is everything behind the voice writes Bruce von Maltitz, CEO of 1Stream. There’s a...
Is SA creating the entry-level roles the agentic AI era demands?
With all the speculation about AI eliminating entry-level jobs, it is no wonder young South Africans are anxious about launching their careers. By Ursula Fear, senior talent program manager at Salesforce This anxiety is entirely understandable. According to the latest...
Gitex unveils expansion into Kenya
As Kenya invests heavily in key economic growth and national resilience drivers, from digital infrastructure and AI factories to hyperscale data centres and green industrialisation, the country is set for increased international attention following the announcement of...
Crypto mining: A sustainable opportunity for Africa
Every Earth Day (22 April) prompts reflection on sustainability and the future of our planet. By Larry Cooke, Africa head of legal at Binance This year, crypto mining should be part of that conversation, not as a challenge, but increasingly as an opportunity,...
Identity under siege: The new order of security in 2026
Cybersecurity planning for 2026 is a structural change in how attacks are executed and how trust is exploited, demanding that companies stop layering tools on top of infrastructure and instead prioritise intelligence and identity, writes Caesar Tonkin, MD of Armata...
How can you reduce licensing complexity and costs?
Licensing models and costs have undergone significant changes over the past year, leaving companies at an expensive crossroads if they don’t modernise and manage their licensing effectively, writes Chris Badenhorst, head of Azure Core Services at Braintree. Changing...
A redefined edge for agentic AI as compute and networking converge
Artificial intelligence (AI) is entering a new phase with agentic AI: autonomous systems that perceive, decide, act, and learn without constant human oversight, operating independently across distributed environments while collaborating with other agents in real time....
The real retention fix for call centres means adding actual value
Staff churn is an ongoing challenge across the business process outsourcing (BPO) industry, especially in call centres where long shifts and constant performance pressure are part of daily operations. By Lushan Sundram, senior sales and business development manager at...
Solution Architect (Java Backend Specialist) Contract – Gauteng Kramerville
We are seeking a highly skilled Solution Architect with strong Java backend experience to design and deliver robust, scalable, and efficient application systems. The role is responsible for aligning technical solutions with business strategy while optimising resource...
Business Intelligence (BI) Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg North
Turn Data Into Impact – Join as a BI Developer!We're partnering with a fast-growing, data-driven organisation seeking a Business Intelligence (BI) Developer to transform data into meaningful insights that drive strategic decisions. This role offers the chance to work...
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A well-established business is seeking to appoint a System EngineerQualification:B.Tech (Eng) with 6+ years relevant experienceB.Eng/B.Sc (Eng) with 4+ years relevant experienceM.Eng/M.Sc (Eng) with 3+ years relevant experiencePhD/D.Eng with 1+ years relevant...
SQL Developer
Ready to Take Your SQL Skills to the Next Level?We're working with a forward-thinking tech-driven company looking for a Mid-Level SQL Developer to join their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a collaborative environment where your expertise...
System Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town
A well-established business is seeking to appoint a System EngineerQualification:B.Tech (Eng) with 6+ years relevant experienceB.Eng/B.Sc (Eng) with 4+ years relevant experienceM.Eng/M.Sc (Eng) with 3+ years relevant experiencePhD/D.Eng with 1+ years relevant...
SQL Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg North
Ready to Take Your SQL Skills to the Next Level?We're working with a forward-thinking tech-driven company looking for a Mid-Level SQL Developer to join their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a collaborative environment where your expertise...
Mid-Level C# Developer
Develop, enhance, and maintain ERP applications using C# (.NET Core/.NET Framework) and Java.Work closely with business analysts and stakeholders to understand ERP system requirements and implement solutions.Customize and integrate ERP modules to optimize business...
Application Developer (.NET / C# / SQL Server) Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:Our client is seeking an experienced Application Developer to join its Global Life Office of the Customer team. This role offers the opportunity to develop and support business-critical applications within a highly collaborative and international...
Mid-Level C# Developer – Gauteng Gauteng
Develop, enhance, and maintain ERP applications using C# (.NET Core/.NET Framework) and Java.Work closely with business analysts and stakeholders to understand ERP system requirements and implement solutions.Customize and integrate ERP modules to optimize business...
Application Developer (.NET / C# / SQL Server) Cape Town – Western Cape Cape Town
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