SA’s key industries come under fire from DDoS attacks

South Africa has become one of the most targeted countries globally for distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks against certain key industries, including financial and computer services. New data from NetScout’s Threat Intelligence Report for the second half of...

With sustained stress, workers turn to escapist behaviours

There has been a steady year‑on‑year rise in addictive behaviours among South African employees, reflecting how prolonged stress is reshaping the ways people cope, escape and self‑manage emotional pressure. Drawn from a five‑year analysis of Lyra Southern Africa’s...

SA has world’s highest cyberattack rate, identity visibility gap

South African companies have significant gaps in workforce password security, underscoring growing risks as they contend with rising cyber threats, increasing regulatory pressure, and limited visibility into user identities and access. This is according to a new study...

AI-enabled attacks drive ransomware surge

Cybercrime no longer functions as a series of isolated campaigns. Today, it operates as a system, with malicious hackers operating across an end-to-end life cycle and compressing the attack life cycle with shadow agents. This is the headline finding from the 2026...

Rebound in tech jobs signals industry growth

Demand for technology professionals in South Africa has bounced back strongly in the second half of 2025, suggesting that the technology sector is turning a corner. Pnet’s Job Market Trends Report for November 2025 shows meaningful signs of recovery for the IT sector...

Fibre-led broadband key for SA’s fixed communications

Fixed communication services revenue in South Africa is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4,1% during 2025-2030. Broadband, led by fiber-optic (FTTH/B) and accelerating fibre rollouts, will be the primary growth engine, while fixed wireless...

Amazon’s 1,5-million workforce dwarves its rivals

In the world of tech titans, revenue and profit are measured in hundreds of billions of dollars - and their workforce comes in tens of thousands of people. And while Apple remains the top earner in this elite group - raking in nearly $3 000 per second (meaning it...

New phishing threat uses fake HR updates

Kaspersky has identified an advanced phishing campaign targeting employees with personalised emails and attached documents disguised as HR policy updates. This campaign marks a significant escalation in phishing tactics, with attackers tailoring not only the email...

AI could improve accuracy of Earth-observing satellites

Cloud cover can keep optical instruments on satellites from clearly capturing Earth’s surface – but artificial intelligence could go a long way towards mitigating this. Still in testing, JPL’s Dynamic Targeting uses AI to avoid imaging clouds, yielding a higher...

End-user spending on information security to hit $213bn

Worldwide end-user spending on information security is projected to reach $213-billion in 2025, up from $193 billion in 2024, according to Gartner. Spending is estimated to increase 12,5% in 2026 to total $240-billion. “Established security spending will continue as...

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...

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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...

Automation is not just about AI

The terms 'automation' and 'artificial intelligence' (AI) have become synonymous with each other in recent times and are often used interchangeably. By Raeford Liebenberg, manager at Silver Moon IT This can make the concept of automation seem overwhelming to some...

Rethinking cybersecurity by bridging the accessibility divide

One of the legacies to emerge from the pandemic is the accelerated digital transformation that companies had to undergo, in some instances, overnight. Brian Pinnock, vice-president: sales engineering at Mimecast On one hand, digitalisation has endowed society with...

Machine Learning Developer – Upper Highway KZN

DBN000166 – MACHINE LEARNING DEVELOPER – KLOOF KZN Purpose of the job:To offer analytical support and expertise by utilizing AI and machine learning techniques, procedures, algorithms, and systems to glean insights and information from a variety of data types.Required...

Senior Software Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

As a Systems Analyst & Developer, you'll play a key role in the analysis, design, development, and testing of medium to complex applications that power our business. You'll work alongside system designers to build innovative, scalable, and sustainable software...

Senior Data Quality Analyst at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

The Senior Data Quality Analyst is responsible for leading initiatives that ensure the accuracy, consistency, and reliability of the organisation's data assets. This role involves designing and implementing data quality frameworks, monitoring key data quality metrics,...

Front-End Developer (Senior) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Our client in the automotive industry is seeking a highly skilled Senior Front-End Developer to join their dynamic IT team in South Africa. This role offers the opportunity to work on global-scale digital transformation initiatives within a cutting-edge IT...

Data Scientist

ENVIRONMENT:Our client is on the hunt for a Data Scientist who can make machines think smarter than humans. Based in George — where your models run fast and the coffee runs faster — you'll join a team that's redefining how data drives business. They're not here to...

Senior Data Integration/ Analyst at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Design and implement advanced data integration pipelines and ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes. Architect scalable integration solutions across multiple systems and platforms. Ensure optimal data flow and system interoperability through efficient API and...

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