The glue that holds the Sagrada Familia towers together

The construction of the Sagrada Familia’s central towers marks the most complex structural challenge in the basilica’s history. It is also a novel and unexpected use of superglue. An advanced Loctite solution from Henkel has been instrumental in raising the dramatic...

Why don’t cancer medicines work the same for everyone?

By Susanna Ray - Cancer treatment has become more precise over time, as doctors first classified the disease by where it began in the body and, more recently, by the mutations found inside cancer cells to help find the right drugs to treat it. But why can two people...

Location data sharing raises privacy risks

Your mobile browsers could be sharing your location data. To understand the extent of location tracking in mobile browsers, cybersecurity firm Surfshark has analysed 15 popular applications and discovered that more than half of them gather location data. Four of them...

It’s official: ‘very strong’ El Nino now likely

NOAA’s National Weather Service has announced that El Nino has developed in the tropical Pacific, and issued an El Nino Advisory. El Nino, the warm phase of the El Nino Southern Oscillation (ENSO), is predicted to intensify to a moderate or strong level this fall....

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...

You can no longer believe everything you hear …

Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the business landscape in South Africa, unlocking new efficiencies and enhancing customer experiences across sectors. But while much of the focus has been on the benefits, we must not ignore the risks, writes Nic Laschinger,...

Webb finds new evidence for planet around closest solar twin

Astronomers using the NASA/ESA/CSA James Webb Space Telescope have found strong evidence of a giant planet orbiting a star in the stellar system closest to our own Sun. At just 4 light-years away from Earth, the Alpha Centauri triple star system has long been a...

Cybercriminals exploit social networks to target businesses

Kaspersky has detected a complex attack sequence that involved retrieving information from legitimate services such as GitHub, Microsoft Learn Challenge, Quora, and social networks. The attackers did this to avoid detection and run an execution chain to launch Cobalt...

Capitec, FNB first to sign up for dha’s new digital partnership

Capitec and First National Bank are the first banks to sign up to the Department of Home Affairs’ new digital partnership model which will expand access to Smart ID and Passport services from the current 30 branches to hundreds more across the country. In fulfilment...

Airtel, Vodacom sign network infrastructure agreement

Airtel Africa and Vodacom Group have announced a strategic infrastructure sharing agreement in key markets including Mozambique, Tanzania and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), subject to regulatory approvals in the various countries. The initial partnership...

Blue Label Telecoms to change its name

Blue Label Telecoms shareholders have voted overwhelmingly in favour of changing the company’s name. A general meeting in 11 August saw close to 100% of shareholders agree to change the name to Blue Label Unlimited Group Limited. The name change was first mooted in...

Bitcoin nears record high as Trump’s gold tariffs bite

Bitcoin is once again within striking distance of its all-time high, driven by a surge of buying as US president Donald Trump’s tariffs on physical gold push investors toward the world’s largest cryptocurrency. Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group, says the policy shift...

WiFi 7 to drive enterprise WLAN growth in 2025

Excess inventory in the channel has been cleared, and WLAN revenue is expected to grow 12% in 2025, according to Dell’Oro Group, which adds that WiFi 7 shipments will shoot up this year – representing more than a third of Indoor AP revenues. “We expect that in 2028,...

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The year ahead, according to Kyocera

As 2023 draws to a close, Paul Wendlandt, GM of Kyocera Document Solutions South Africa, shares his vision for the future of the company. With a clear focus on enhancing sales and profitability in their core business, fostering innovation in new business sectors, and...

AI, blockchain and the future of local agriculture

Innovative technologies, including blockchain, artificial intelligence (AI), drones and more, will continue to pave the way for growth within the local agricultural sector, while playing a critical role in helping to alleviate global challenges such as food security...

Virtual agents could tell you a thing or two about your business

If you're a CEO or even a high-ranking executive, you're probably confident you know everything (or almost everything) about your business. But no matter how much time you spend pouring over reports, making surprise visits to different departments, and engaging with...

Harnessing IoT and solar power for smarter energy management

When Eskom first implemented load shedding in 2007, electricity changed overnight from a resource every company could take for granted into one of the most urgent challenges in South African boardrooms. Since then, the imperative of facing up to the power crisis has...

Securing the future of payments

The only way to combat the increasing cost of cyberattacks, and the reputational threat that comes with them, is to have solid, internationally accredited, security measures in place as well as going above and beyond these requirements, writes Bernard van Der Merwe,...

Cisco, Mafikeng Digital Innovation Hub support SMMEs

Cisco has announced its collaboration with the Mafikeng Digital Innovation Hub (MDIHub) to launch a new EDGE Centre in the capital city of South Africa's North West province. The initiative aims to support small, medium and micro enterprises (SMMEs) in the region,...

Import/export startups can outsource international payments

Every year thousands of South Africans take the plunge and start new businesses. Whether they do so out of necessity or a desire to be their own boss, taking the plunge into entrepreneurship is a brave decision. By Harry Scherzer, CEO of FutureForex That's...

A proactive approach to health and wellness in insurance

Today's rapidly evolving healthcare landscape is resulting in the traditional, reactive model of insurance undergoing a transformative shift. By Simon Spurr, executive director at Alula Technologies Forming the basis of this change is the need to harness rich data...

Shed a green light on lighting

Life in South Africa seems to be getting more expensive with every passing day. One thing that households can influence, fortunately, is their electricity bills. And no, you don't need to start with solar panels or gas stoves - simply changing your lighting will make...

Why mid-market organisations need a unified collaboration platform

Middle-market companies are critical to the overall growth of any economy. Unfortunately, they tend to get overlooked. Startups are able to leverage tax exemptions and subsidy schemes owing to their future potential, while large enterprises enjoy profits, economic...

BI Developer

Designing, developing, and maintaining business intelligence solutions that provide insight into business performance.Collaborating with business stakeholders to identify and clarify their data analysis needs and reporting requirements.Designing and developing the...

Senior SAP BTP Developer

Design, develop, and deploy applications using SAP BTP services such as CAP, Workflow, Business Rules, API Management, and Integration Suite.Build scalable and secure solutions following BTP best practices.Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders to...

UI/UX Designer Front-End Developer – Western Cape Cape Town Region

The UI/UX Designer Front-End Developer will design and implement intuitive, engaging, and user-friendly digital experiences. This includes creating wireframes, prototypes, and design concepts, as well as building responsive, accessible front-end interfaces. The role...

Software Engineer – Western Cape Oakdale

Job DescriptionResponsibilities:Coding of changes, fixes, integrations and new systems that will run efficiently and securelyBuilding modular and scalable programs that are optimised for re-use, re-engineering and re-developmentMaintaining standards of good practice...

RPA Developer

A reputable client based in Durban North is seeking an experienced RPA Developer to join their growing automation team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing automation solutions that enhance business processes and...

Business Process and Test Analyst

Responsibilities:Business Analysis (45%)Evaluate and analyse information.Evaluate, analyse and document current and future business processes to determine their viability, identify strengths and weaknesses in operations and explore ways IT can improve, enhance, and...

RPA Developer – KwaZulu-Natal Durban Region

A reputable client based in Durban North is seeking an experienced RPA Developer to join their growing automation team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing automation solutions that enhance business processes and...

Business Process and Test Analyst – Western Cape Oakdale

Responsibilities:Business Analysis (45%)Evaluate and analyse information.Evaluate, analyse and document current and future business processes to determine their viability, identify strengths and weaknesses in operations and explore ways IT can improve, enhance, and...

PLC Programmer

Amanzimtoti (Durban) - An established engineering firm specializing in industrial automation and control systems is seeking a skilled PLC Programmer to join their Durban branch. This position is ideal for an experienced professional with a passion for precision,...

Senior Systems Integration Engineer

We're hiring a Senior Systems Integration Engineer in Johannesburg and Cape Town on our client's behalf to deliver end-to-end Java-based system integration projects for key clients. This client-facing role suits a technically skilled software professional with strong...

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