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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...

These are the pioneers building next-era AI infrastructure

The World Economic Forum has announced its 2026 Technology Pioneers cohort, recognising 100 early-stage companies from 23 countries that are developing breakthrough technologies with the potential to transform industries and societies. The cohort reflects the growing...

Access to capital a persistent barrier for SA’s young entrepreneurs

South Africa’s youth unemployment crisis continues to deepen as reflected in Stats SA’s latest Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS). The data shows that 258 000 South Africans under the age of 34 lost their jobs in the first quarter of 2026, underscoring the growing...

Is Asia tech rout the first real ‘macro shock’ of the AI era?

The massive sell-off sweeping through Asia’s technology sector marks “the first real macro shock of the AI era” and exposes just how dependent global markets have become on a single investment theme, warns Nigel Green, CEO of financial advisors, deVere Group. The...

Trends that will define Africa’s cybersecurity landscape in 2026

Check Point Software Technologies has released a definitive outlook on the eight critical trends set to shape Africa’s digital turning point in 2026. The implementation of these will increasingly require government, the private sector and key civic institutions to...

Rewriting matric can improve marks

Facing disappointing matric results or not having written the matric final examination can feel like a closed door. However, a powerful local narrative is gaining momentum: one brave decision to rewrite or attempt it for the first time can fundamentally rewrite your...

Mimecast warns of fake email campaign using AI

Mimecast has uncovered a large-scale business email compromise (BEC) invoice fraud campaign targeting global organisations across multiple industries using urgent payment requests to exploit time-sensitive business processes. The attackers deploy sophisticated...

Concertgoers becoming more savvy about online scams

The average financial loss from concert ticket scams has halved this year, according to new research from Surfshark, which says that scams reported to the Better Business Bureau (BBB) indicate potential concertgoers lost $303 – compared to $606 in 2024. From 2020 to...

Nvidia releases open dataset, models for multilingual speech AI

There are about 7 000 languages in the world, but just a small fraction of them are supported by AI language models. Nvidia is tackling the problem with a new dataset and models that support the development of high-quality speech recognition and translation AI for 25...

Africa sustaining efforts to end mpox outbreaks

One year since the World Health Organisation (WHO) declared mpox a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC), African countries have scaled up response measures and made significant progress to curb the spread of the virus. Coordinated action between...

Hout Bay’s mussels reveal hidden pollution crisis

A new University of Cape Town (UCT) study has revealed that Hout Bay’s marine environment is seriously threatened by pharmaceutical and personal care product compounds (PPCPs) that persist and bio-accumulate in marine life - even kilometres away from pollution...

Sports fans want AI to serve up dynamic digital content

Sports fans are turning to more dynamic digital content experiences, with AI, personalisation and real-time features central to how they engage with sports. New global research commissioned by IBM, which polled more than 20 000 sports fans across 12 countries, shows...

AI helps design superdrugs to kill drug-resistant bacteria

With help from artificial intelligence (AI), MIT researchers have designed novel antibiotics that can combat two hard-to-treat infections: drug-resistant Neisseria gonorrhoeae and multi-drug-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). Using generative AI algorithms, the...

SA’s growing cyber risk can’t be managed by firewalls alone

Recent cyberattacks on major airlines, mining companies, and government departments have exposed just how vulnerable even South Africa’s most established institutions are and reinforces the reality that cybercrime is no longer simply a hypothetical risk....

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Aruba Instant On delivers networking flexibility

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ACSA announces festive season hand baggage regulations

The aviation industry is rallying behind a crucial initiative by Airport Company South Africa (ACSA) to strengthen hand baggage regulations, aligning them with aviation safety and compliance standards. These regulations, applicable throughout ACSA's entire airport...

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Commercial printers’ potential boosted by inkjet

Commercial printers in South Africa face a number of challenges in today's economy including the rise of all things digital, economic stress, heightened competition, rising costs and the importance of environmental concerns. Heidie-Mari Middel, production specialist...

The AI hit list: menacing threats you need to know about

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Master security awareness in the digital era

In today's digital landscape, cybersecurity threats are becoming increasingly sophisticated and targeted. By Simeon Tassev, MD & QSA at Galix Networking While organisations invest in advanced anti-malware and threat detection software, they often overlook a...

Industry 5.0 – making machine into man

Industry 5.0, which represents the next evolutionary iteration of the Industrial Revolution (IR), promises to be a catalyst for improved safety, efficiency, productivity, and decision-making across various industries. By Johan Potgieter, cluster industrial software...

The ransomware dilemma: to pay or not to pay?

The rise of ransomware attacks has become an alarming trend, causing business leaders to grapple with a difficult question: should they negotiate with ransomware attackers and pay the demanded ransom? This dilemma poses many challenges, and businesses must weigh the...

How to build an outstanding digital experience

Today's customers and employees demand a seamless digital experience. But building an outstanding digital experience that is sustainably repeatable and scalable is no small feat. By Bertrandt Delport, country host at BT South Africa In today's distributed networks and...

PowerBI and SQL Developer – KwaZulu-Natal Durban

Our client is looking for a solid PowerBI and SQL Developer with at least 5 years good commercial experience. This role will suit a qualified Consultant who is looking for a remote-based half day role (4 hours per day) position, though the demand is growing and the...

IT Administrator at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg

About our client:Our client, established in the 90's and headquartered in Cape Town, has a global presence with 500+ employees. They are a diverse team of engineers, developers and specialists in finance, HR, digital infrastructure and marketing who love utilising...

Senior Support Engineer (Hyper-V, Exchange, M365) (CPT)

ENVIRONMENT:PROVIDE Hyper-V, Exchange and Cloud Infrastructure Support as the next Senior Support Engineer sought by a dynamic Internet Service & Network Specialist to join its team. You will conduct proactive analysis of system health, architect new solutions...

Senior Systems Integration Engineer

Our client is seeking a Senior Systems Integration Engineer for a hybrid role based in Johannesburg or Cape Town. Key Requirements 5 years' experience.BSc/ BTech/ [URL Removed]Systems Integratio/Software DevelopmentJavaC# & MVC (Bonus)PostilionATM Software...

Business Process Analyst (CPT)

ENVIRONMENT:A cutting-edge Cloud Solutions company is looking for a dynamic Business Process Analyst to take the lead in analysing, designing, and optimising business processes with a strong focus on the customer journey. This role blends systems analysis, workflow...

Business Process Analyst (CPT) – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:A cutting-edge Cloud Solutions company is looking for a dynamic Business Process Analyst to take the lead in analysing, designing, and optimising business processes with a strong focus on the customer journey. This role blends systems analysis, workflow...

Senior Support Engineer (Citrix) (CPT)

ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic Internet Service & Network Specialist seeks a highly experienced Senior Support Engineer (Citrix) to provide a high level of support for user and infrastructure environments ensuring careful and optimal call management and efficiencies. You...

BUSINESS ANALYST at Competent Candidates

An established company with national footprint within the financial sector is seeking to hire a highly skilled and experienced Business Analyst to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for an professional with strong analytical and problem-solving skills...

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