Old passwords increase security threat
Kaspersky’s latest research reveals that the majority of compromised passwords not only violate password-safety guidelines but also remain unchanged for extended periods, which drastically reduces their security. Although passwords still remain one of the major...
Guard against voice cloning this holiday season
It’s the run-up to the year-end holiday season when criminals ramp up their efforts to fleece us and ISPA is warning of the growing problem of voice cloning. South Africa’s official internet Industry Representative Body (IRB) says that, with a 356% rise in...
Critical cybersecurity warning sounded
With cybercrime now officially ranked as the top business risk in South Africa, NEC XON has issued a critical alert about the dual threat of massive credential theft and AI-powered cyberattacks sweeping across the region. With rising incidents and evolving threat...
Cape Town ranked as one of the best workcation cities
In its third annual Work from Anywhere Barometer, International Workplace Group (IWG) has named Tokyo as the world’s leading workcation city for 2025, overtaking strong competition from the likes of Rio de Janeiro and last year’s winner, Budapest. Cape Town features...
AI companies account for 40% of the most valuable unicorns
Over the past three years, the AI sector has produced more unicorns, companies valued at over one billion dollars, than any other industry, and that trend has continued into 2025. Of the 50 new companies that joined this prestigious list, 28 operate in the AI space....
Tariffs are rising: We must build resilience now
There has been a noticeable shift in global trade, and while it might feel distant, it is already knocking on South Africa’s door. Tariffs are climbing again, fast, and hard, writes Goitseona Raseroka, supply chain lead for Accenture, Africa. Our research shows that...
How AI can help solve SA’s water crisis
South Africa is facing a growing water crisis. Climate change, ageing infrastructure, pollution, and unequal access are putting intense pressure on the country’s water systems. By Dr Lester Goldman, CEO of The Water Institute of Southern Africa, and Dr Dr Ashton...
Crypto scammers target victims via Google Forms
Kaspersky researchers have discovered a new wave of scam attacks that use Google Forms to target crypto users. Knowing the email address of the potential victim, the attackers send a scam email through Google Forms, which is designed to appear as a notification from a...
MetroFibre opens Steeledale store
MetroFibre has opened its fifth Fibre Experience store in Steeledale, South of Johannesburg, marking another milestone in it bid to make high-speed fibre connectivity accessible to underserved communities. The new Steeledale store opened on 25 July 2025 joins...
Sophos and Phishield debut cybersecurity, insurance partnership
Sophos has entered into an exclusive partnership with Phishield, a specialist cyber insurance provider, where the partnership offers an integrated cyber protection (from Sophos) and insurance solution (from Phishield) to businesses across sub-Saharan Africa. The...
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Cyber insurance won’t get your stolen data back
With the rampant rise in ransomware incidents, the likelihood of an organisation being successfully breached is now extremely high. As a result, many businesses have explored the option of cyber insurance in an effort to mitigate the risk. By Simeon Tassev, MD and QSA...
Creating a successful cloud readiness roadmap
South African businesses are feeling the economic pinch, and the picture looks much the same the world over as global growth forecasts slow. One of the ways businesses are winning some financial ground, is by moving to the cloud. In its latest Cloud Business Survey,...
Cybersecurity tips for kids and parents for a safe festive season
While parents and schools have measures in place to keep children safe at school, on the playground and at home, it's important to remember cybercriminals don't take a break during weekends and school holidays, writes Carey van Vlaanderen, CEO of ESET South Africa....
Nokia, Orange set record with 800Gbps transmission trial
Nokia and Orange have announced the successful completion of a record 800Gbps per wavelength transmission over Orange's award-winning 6 600km Dunant transatlantic route using the Nokia PSE-6s super coherent optics productised in the Nokia 1830 Photonic Services...
Yoco, MediaTek collaborate on easy payment acceptance for businesses
Yoco has collaborated with MediaTek to create fast, easy-to-use card machines for small businesses in Africa. The new Yoco Neo Touch range is powered by MediaTek Genio series of chipsets - Internet of Things (IoT) platforms. The Yoco Neo Touch card machine connects to...
Nutanix powers 24-hour BYOC gaming at rAge
Nutanix will again run the bring-your-own-computer/console (BYOC) LAN at rAge this weekend. The Nutanix team and the rAge IT crew have laid over 7km of network wiring and 1km of electrical wiring to establish a custom power distribution system alongside a backup...
Ensure ERP software is secure in the wake of sophisticated cyberattacks
There's no question about technology's role in driving business evolution and revolution, but it also creates new layers of cyber-threats to organisations. By Marius Wessels, manager: professional services at Syspro Africa New technologies are driving up cybercrimes,...
MTN Business awards Kevinot Farming
MTN Business has announced Kevinot Farming from Matatiele in the Eastern Cape as the winner of its SME JumpStarter campaign. The strategic initiative, aligned with MTN's Ambition 2025, aims to empower and recognise the growth and success of small and medium-sized...
Is there a bully in your child’s pocket?
The upcoming school holidays mean it will soon be time for children to leave early mornings and homework behind. Parents and guardians should be aware, however, that along with the significant safety and entertainment benefits of cellphones comes the threat of your...
SA startup RelyComply makes RegTech100 list
RelyComply, the provider of a leading single anti-money laundering (AML) compliance platform, is one of the companies named in the RegTech100 list for 2024. The RegTech100 is a prestigious annual list of 100 of the world's most innovative RegTech companies chosen by...
Mid-Level Data Integration/Analyst at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
Design, develop, and maintain efficient data integration pipelines and workflows. Implement ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes to move and prepare data for analysis and reporting. Identify, analyse, and resolve data flow or integration issues in a timely manner....
Full Stack Developer (Expert) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Our client in the automotive industry is seeking an accomplished Full Stack Developer (Expert) to join their forward-thinking IT team in South Africa. This role offers the opportunity to work on pioneering global projects that combine cutting-edge cloud technologies,...
MS SQL/ No SQL Developer at Ntice Search
Our Client is looking for a highly skilled NoSQL Developer with strong SQL capabilities to join their dynamic development team. In this role, you'll play a critical part in designing, optimizing, and maintaining both relational and non-relational databases that...
Business Analyst
Global Leader seeks newly qualified Chartered Accountant to join their team as a Business Analyst.The Business Analyst will play a pivotal role in supporting commercial pricing strategies, regulatory submissions, cost analysis, and transformation initiatives. This...
Python Dev (focus: Cloud & Splunk) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Our client who is booming in the automotive space seeks an expert Developer in the Python, cloud and Splunk environment for a long-term venture in the Gauteng area.What you will be doing:· Design, development, and maintenance of the platform.· Provide 2nd and 3rd...
Full Stack Developer (Expert) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Pretoria
Our client in the automotive industry is seeking an accomplished Full Stack Developer (Expert) to join their forward-thinking IT team in South Africa. This role offers the opportunity to work on pioneering global projects that combine cutting-edge cloud technologies,...
MS SQL/ No SQL Developer at Ntice Search – Gauteng Gauteng
Our Client is looking for a highly skilled NoSQL Developer with strong SQL capabilities to join their dynamic development team. In this role, you'll play a critical part in designing, optimizing, and maintaining both relational and non-relational databases that...
Business Analyst – KwaZulu-Natal KwaZulu-Natal
Global Leader seeks newly qualified Chartered Accountant to join their team as a Business Analyst.The Business Analyst will play a pivotal role in supporting commercial pricing strategies, regulatory submissions, cost analysis, and transformation initiatives. This...
Python Dev (focus: Cloud & Splunk) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Pretoria
Our client who is booming in the automotive space seeks an expert Developer in the Python, cloud and Splunk environment for a long-term venture in the Gauteng area.What you will be doing:· Design, development, and maintenance of the platform.· Provide 2nd and 3rd...
Machine Learning Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
The Senior Machine Learning Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and deploying advanced machine learning solutions that drive business impact. This role requires deep technical expertise, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to lead complex...
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