WhatsApp groups can become serious cyber-risk zones
Despite their popularity among employees, informal messaging platforms pose significant risks to organisations’ cybersecurity. The 2025 KnowBe4 Africa Annual Cybersecurity survey found that 93% of African respondents use WhatsApp for work communications, surpassing...
UK unveils Isambard-AI supercomputer
The UK has officially joined the premier league of global AI infrastructure — and it’s not starting small. Isambard-AI, the most powerful supercomputer to be built in the UK, is housed at the Bristol Centre for Supercomputing (BriCS). “And as we press this switch to...
What the future holds for 3D printing
In 2024, the 3D printing space saw challenges and slower growth, with several prominent materials players exiting the industry. In the long-term, there are still key trends within the additive manufacturing industry that will drive the uptake of this technology,...
SA commits to childhood cancer initiatives
In alignment with its ongoing dedication to fostering awareness and advancing care for children and teenagers facing cancer, South Africa participated in the global initiative for International Childhood Cancer Day (ICCD) 2025. The initiative, spearheaded by Childhood...
Kaspersky endorses UN’s Global Digital Compact
Kaspersky has joined the ranks of organisations endorsing the vision of the United Nations’ Global Digital Compact. The framework sets out objectives and principles that participating parties will use to foster a more inclusive, open and sustainable digital future....
OpenAI says no to Musk’s OpenAI bid
OpenAI has responded to Elon Musk’s bid to buy the company for $97,4-billion with a firm no. According to chairman Bret Taylor, the artificial intelligence (AI) company is not for sale. Early last week Elon Musk, together with a group of investors, made an unsolicited...
AI generates fear – but CEOs are doing it anyway
A new survey has uncovered a paradox among CEOs: while four in five recognise AI’s potential benefits and plan to integrate it into their operations, many fear it. A massive 74% of respondents are worried that gaps in their knowledge will hinder decisions in the...
Legal sector urged to focus on AI
According to the International Bar Association's (IBA) Future of Legal Services Commission (FLSC), artificial intelligence (AI) is a crucial topic that the legal profession needs to focus on more in the short-term. However, research undertaken by the FLSC reveals that...
CFOs plan to boost tech budgets
Despite ongoing economic and geopolitical disruption, chief financial officers (CFOs) are planning significant technology budget increases, viewing digital investments as crucial for growth and efficiency, according to Gartner. A Gartner survey of 301 CFOs and other...
Online romance scams highlight threat to women
Raising awareness about the critical importance of online safety for women has never been more pressing. Valentine's Day is a time to celebrate love, but sadly, cybercriminals often use it to manipulate people's emotions for their malicious purposes. As we prepare to...
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Dariel Software opens Cape Town office
Bespoke software engineering firm Dariel Software has announced the launch of its Cape Town office together with the appointment of Craig Mitchelmore as regional manager as the company expands its reach to the Western Cape. The decision to expand comes off the back of...
Cloud23 reports 80% growth in SA
Cloud23, an enterprise software management firm launched in the US Ram Ramakrishnan, has reported significant growth and influence in the southern African market since its 2022 expansion. In the past year, Cloud23 saw an 80% surge in its African customer base,...
Africa Data Centres to build new facility in Accra
Africa Data Centres will shortly start construction on its newly acquired land in the Central Business District of Accra, Ghana. The new facility has been designed for an initial 10MW, which can expand to 30MW depending on demand. It will be the largest facility in...
Backup, DR crucial for cybersecurity
Although it is unlikely to find two sources that share exactly the same statistics, a host of recent reports, both independent and those sponsored by security experts, place South Africa among the most targeted countries in the world by cybercriminals. By Barry Kemp,...
Smart buildings require smarter networks
As the social conscience of the modern world shifts towards more sustainable, environmentally friendly, and efficient business models, the microscope is being placed on buildings, offices, and the construction and revamp of these. By Michelle Vollet, channel manager:...
Cyber deception technology protects against zero-day threats
As cyber threats become more sophisticated and dangerous, businesses in South Africa need to prioritise their defence strategies to protect their valuable data. By Kate Mollett, regional director: Africa at Commvault Ransomware attacks have increased by 80% year on...
Redrawing boundaries to co-create a new way of work
The world of work has transformed dramatically over the past three years. By Genevieve Koolen, human resources director at SAP Africa Remote and hybrid work environments post pandemic combined with emerging trends such as the Great Resignation and quiet quitting are...
Gen Z shares a blueprint for tomorrow’s resilient economies
The future for the youth population was, unsurprisingly, a key focus at Davos 2023 as policymakers and businesses work to recover from recent unexpected challenges. By Doug Woolley, GM of Dell Technologies South Africa Ongoing issues like the climate crisis, combined...
Zimbabwe commits to resolve debt burden, end 21 years of sanctions
Zimbabwe President Emmerson Mnangagwa has reassured development partners and creditors that his government is committed to the implementation of key reforms critical to resolving the country's nearly $8,3-billion of debts and arrears. He was speaking during the...
Microsoft Airband to connect 40m people in Latin America, Africa
Microsoft is announcing new and expanded Airband partnerships set to provide high-speed internet access to nearly 40-million people across Latin America and Africa. By Vickie Robinson, GM of the Microsoft Airband Initiative These partnerships in Brazil, Chile,...
Junior Developer (.Net) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:Our client, a specialised IT firm, partners with organisations to tackle substantial enterprise-level business, system, or project challenges. Their approach combines a proactive "start-now" philosophy with agile development and just-in-time design...
Data Architect at Parvana Recruitment – Remote Remote
This is a remote position.About our client:Our client develops and supports software and data solutions across a variety of industries. They want you to get ahead of the market and stay there. They offer a combination of plug and play products that can be integrated...
Automation Tester at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
About our client:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...
Senior Systems Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Our client is looking for a Senior Systems Engineer, hybrid-based in Johannesburg. Key Requirements 5+ years' experience overall.BSc/ BTech/ [URL Removed]Microsoft 365 AdministrationWindows/Linux Server AdministrationScripting (Powershell, Bash)Azure/Entra ID...
Test Analyst at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client is a global investment advisory firm focusing on long-term value creation through investment strategies. They work with a diverse group of institutional partners and pride themselves on their collaborative, sustainable, inclusive culture...
Junior PHP Full Stack Developer (Onsite)
ENVIRONMENT:An e-Commerce and Logistics company in Johannesburg is seeking a proactive a Junior PHP / Laravel Full Stack Developer to join their compact development team. You'll be instrumental in building and improving their custom e-commerce and logistics platforms,...
SQL Developer at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...
Senior Data Engineer (JHB) at Parvana Recruitment
About the client:Our client is a highly successful NPO. The work you will be involved with is highly impactful and am sure will bring joy as well as provide a highly stimulating and fabulous work experience. What you will be doing:Collaborate with stakeholders to...
Front-End Developer at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client is a leading global payments company who is building on their demonstrated success of transforming the payments landscape. Join this winning team to enhance your career and have a really enjoyable work environment. This client invests...
Data Analyst (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment
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