Defences improve, but ransomware still threatens SA businesses

Almost two-thirds (63%) of ransomware incidents in South Africa resulted in data being encrypted over the past year, according to the new State of Ransomware in South Africa 2026 report from Sophos. This is above the global average of 56% and an increase from the 60%...

20 years on and gender gap parity is fracturing

Twenty years after the World Economic Forum first measured the global gender gap, the world is closer to parity than ever, but progress is fragile, with gains reversing in some areas, according to the Global Gender Gap Report 2026. Women now reach senior leadership in...

Unemployed are least likely to prioritise betting spending-limit tools

The online betting group most likely to prioritise debt repayment with a windfall is also the group least likely to ask regulators or operators for spending controls, according to new research from Softswiss. Fewer than four in 10 unemployed South Africans think...

AI-first enterprises will win big if they do it right

Kathy Gibson reports - Enterprises that are reshaping and reinventing business domains around artificial intelligence (AI) are on track to experience great return on investment (ROI) and become more competitive. But there is a currently a big disconnect between AI...

FNB launches SME digital enablement programme

FNB and Edge Growth have launched the FNB Digital Enablement Programme (DEP), an 18-month, hands-on journey designed to help SMEs modernise their operations and compete with greater confidence and agility. DEP moves beyond traditional training by offering real...

Woman in Technology award goes to Aasiyah Adams

Visionary technologist, Aasiyah Adams has been named the Woman in Technology winner at the 2026 Woman in Stature Awards South Africa, recognising her outstanding contribution to digital transformation and technological advancement. In a category supported by iME, the...

Teraco expanding Cape Town data centre

Teraco is expanding its CT1 data centre in Rondebosch, adding 1 000m² of data hall space and 2MW of critical IT load to meet rising demand for interconnection and cloud infrastructure. Scheduled for completion in early 2027, the project reinforces Cape Town’s role as...

Avanti bridging connectivity gaps with Türksat

Avanti Communications is boosting satellite connectivity across southern Africa by securing additional capacity on the Türksat 5B satellite. The new agreement, building on a partnership established in 2019, strengthens Avanti’s ability to serve underserved regions and...

There’s a deepening food insecurity problem in SA

New research paints a stark picture of hunger and hardship across South Africa prompted by rising food prices, high unemployment, and stagnant wages. FoodForward SA (FFSA), the country’s leading non-profit fighting hunger and food waste - in partnership with the...

Accelerating innovation for a sustainable future

A coalition of international partners have announced the creation of the Green Digital Action Hub (GDA Hub) - a new cooperation platform to harness technology innovation against climate change and anchored in Brazil as a legacy of the 30th UN Climate Change...

Vodacom partners with Starlink to deliver broadband across Africa

Vodacom has announced an agreement with Starlink to deliver high-speed, low-latency broadband internet to millions of businesses across Africa and to expand rural network coverage. Integrating Starlink’s satellite backhaul into Vodacom’s mobile network will accelerate...

The stark reality of the financial fragility of SA workers

South Africa’s frontline workers – the 75% of blue-collar standouts that keep our shops stocked, our streets clean, and our buildings safe - are under mounting financial pressure, with no savings to fall back on if a personal crisis hits them. According to Deskless...

Local language models key for AI inclusivity

Kathy Gibson reports - The true value of artificial intelligence (AI) in Africa could lie in the ability to develop local language models that allow people across the continent to access services in their mother tongue. Ben Cheick Haidara, deputy-CEO and chief...

The spectre of AARTO still looms

Not unexpectedly, the rollout of the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (AARTO) Act has been postponed to 1 July 2026 due to the inadequate state of readiness of several municipalities that are part of the initial implementation phase. The Department...

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Why does your business need endpoint protection?

In today's world, where digital technology is everywhere, keeping our online information safe is more important than ever. For businesses, this means paying special attention to something called endpoint protection. But what is an endpoint? Simply put, an endpoint is...

Best practices for managing contract renewals

Many companies think of contract renewal as a routine process that they can leave on autopilot. By Norman Kretzmer, the founder and CEO of Contract Understanding But, apart from the risks of missing the timeframe to cancel or renew a contract, contract renewal is also...

As consumer debt surges, data is critical in debt recovery

As South Africans and their pockets are impacted by rising inflation, cost-of-living increases, and a spate of interest rate hikes over the past two years, consumer debt has surged at an alarming rate. More people are turning to credit facilities to keep up with daily...

What CIOs need to consider about cloud repatriation

Imagine you've spent the past few years dining regularly at restaurants. The management of your household budget will probably have been a challenge without the ability to predict or control your monthly food expenses. By President Ntuli, MD of HPE South Africa It's...

Almost half of SA SMEs are vulnerable to attacks

Millions of companies have been left vulnerable in the wake of the South African Companies and Intellectual Property Commission's (CIPC) recent cybersecurity breach which saw personal information being unlawfully accessed and exposed. A statement released by the...

Navigating healthcare uncertainty across Africa

While Africa continues to face challenges around healthcare accessibility and cost, there are glimmers of hope on the digital horizon, writes Rodney Taylor, MD of Guardian Eye. Sub-Saharan Africa is expected to become home to one in three people by the end of the...

How tax automation could boost the digital economy

Pundits often say that digital technology can grow GDP and raise living standards. There is merit to these claims, writes George Karageorgiades, director and cofounder of PaySpace. A 2022 paper published by Chinese researchers in the Frontiers in Public Health journal...

Reinventing the workforce in the age of GenAI

Generative AI (GenAI) has burst onto the scene. It appeared fast and is evolving even faster. It's impact on value chains will fundamentally transform the nature of work, reshaping how businesses deliver value and better experiences for employees and customers. By...

CIPC hack could have serious consequences for SA organisations

The South African Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) holds the registration details of companies, co-operatives and intellectual property rights within a vast database that comprises ID numbers, addresses, contact information and more. It has also...

Lead Software Developer – Gauteng Midrand

A unique opportunity to join a JSE listed financial organisation that continually delivers excellent results and growth that exceeds all competitors in the market. Become part of a team working on Key projects in the organisation in Partnership with business...

Project Manager – Gauteng Johannesburg

Role OverviewOur client is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and deliver critical infrastructure andnetworking projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Server Hosting andSDWAN implementations, with proven ability to manage complex...

Business Analyst

ENVIRONMENT:A fast-growing, tech-driven insurance and financial services business based in George is looking for a Business Analyst to help translate business needs into clear, actionable technical solutions. This role sits at the intersection of business, technology,...

AI & Data Solutions Architect at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Build the future of AI at enterprise scaleAre you passionate about Generative AI, large-scale data platforms, and cloud-native architecture? Do you want to design AI solutions that move beyond experimentation and into real-world, business-critical impact?We are...

Project Manager IT

Bachelor's Degree in Commerce or an equivalent qualification (at NQF7 level);A project management qualification;Solid knowledge of the project management discipline; andA minimum of five to eight years' experience in project/programme management.Email updated CV's to...

DevOps Engineer (SQL, Reporting & Application Platforms) (JHB)

ENVIRONMENT:A cutting-edge HealthTech solutions in Joburg seeks a DevOps Engineer for this hands-on role where you will work across SQL Server, SSRS, C#/.NET applications, and Azure-hosted services, supporting systems end-to-end — from database logic and reporting,...

Business Analyst – Western Cape Tamsui Industria

ENVIRONMENT:A fast-growing, tech-driven insurance and financial services business based in George is looking for a Business Analyst to help translate business needs into clear, actionable technical solutions. This role sits at the intersection of business, technology,...

Project Manager IT – Gauteng Pretoria CBD

Bachelor's Degree in Commerce or an equivalent qualification (at NQF7 level);A project management qualification;Solid knowledge of the project management discipline; andA minimum of five to eight years' experience in project/programme management.Email updated CV's to...

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