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...

Employees are the biggest cyber threat – and it will only get worse

South Africa experienced a 46% increase in insider cyber risk in 2026, surpassing the global average of 44%. What’s more, 63% of South African companies surveyed expect insider‑driven data losses to increase as growing numbers of disgruntled employees are resorting to...

Young graduate builds hiring engine

As South Africa marks Entrepreneurship Month, celebrating innovators who are reshaping the country’s economic landscape, Nhlanhla Mabena is proving what’s possible when technology meets purpose. The 25-year-old Information Technology (Hons) graduate from Richfield has...

Maker Economy could break SA’s youth deadlock

Almost half of South Africa’s young people remain shut out of work and education, despite ongoing efforts to reverse the trend. New Q3 2025 data by Statistics South Africa puts the not in employment, education, or training (NEET) rate for 15-34-year-olds at 42,7% –...

SAS Hackathon open for registration

While artificial intelligence (AI) remains the hottest area in business and technology, many people and organisations struggle to use it effectively to deliver value. The fifth annual SAS Hackathon, open for registration now through 31 August 2025, provides a way for...

AI agents seen as essential, not just experimental

A new study by the IBM Institute for Business Value reveals that enterprises are expected to significantly scale AI-enabled workflows, many driven by agentic AI, relying on them for improved decision making and automation. The AI Projects to Profits study, which...

These are the top emerging technologies

As cities become more connected, collaborative sensing is enabling vehicles, traffic systems and emergency services to coordinate in real time – improving safety and easing congestion. This is just one of the World Economic Forum’s Top 10 Emerging Technologies of...

Spectrum sharing the key to bandwidth shortages

Kathy Gibson reports from Wapaloza in Muldersdrift - One of the universal truths when it comes to spectrum is that there is always more demand than supply. This makes it hard for businesses that require exclusive access to certain bands, explains Dean Bubley, founder...

Professionals put companies at risk with unauthorised AI tools

As companies race to keep up with digital transformation there has been a surge in the adoption of AI tools – and what started as experimental tech has become a core part of operations across industries from finance and accounting to retail, healthcare, and marketing....

SA needs to join the AI economy before it’s too late

South Africa runs the risk of becoming a bystander in one of the most transformative economic shifts of the century – artificial intelligence (AI) – according to Specno chairman, Daniel Novitzkas. And, as the global AI revolution accelerates, Novitzkas is urging South...

Over 7m streaming accounts’ credentials leaked in 2024

For millions of Gen Z users, streaming platforms play a central role in how they socialise and connect with global culture – but in a new report, Kaspersky has identified over 7-million compromised accounts belonging to streaming services like Netflix, Disney+, Amazon...

SA youth determined to build wealth, not inherit debt

South Africa’s youth are increasingly aware of their financial inheritance - and they are committed to changing the narrative for those who come after them, according to the second edition of 1Life Insurance’s Generational Debt Survey. This year’s survey – aimed at...

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The pros and cons of home delivery

With e-commerce in South Africa breaching the R55-billion a year mark, home delivery has become a way of life for the country's consumers. Yet delivery isn't the right fit for every retailer's customer base or business model. Each merchant should balance the potential...

Educational institutions must address challenges to inclusivity, access

As technology continues to advance, so does the way we learn. Online learning continues to grow in popularity, with most educational institutions now adopting a strategy of extending their offering of online courses and programmes. However, while online learning puts...

Skimping on toner quality is bad for business, bad for the planet

When times are hard, people opt for cheaper products to save money. Known as skimpflation, this causes businesses to cut down on costs by opting for lower-cost alternatives. However, the result is a reduction of quality that often costs more in the long run. Using...

Planning for the worst is key to surviving a disaster

Amidst frequent load shedding and often unpredictable stages of power outages, understandably many businesses are concerned about the possibilities of a total blackout. By Duncan van Jaarsveld, client partner for Anglo American at BT Since the beginning of the year,...

Exploring alternative power sources

Amidst the persistent challenges of unceasing loadshedding schedules, South Africa finds itself grappling with an enduring reality of recurrent blackouts. The impact of these power outages remains an ever-present concern for South Africans. Many households and...

Metaverse could transform African digital landscape

The African proverb, "If you want to go fast, go alone; if you want to go far, go together," captures the spirit of collective progress. As the world grapples with the emerging concept of the metaverse--a virtual shared space, facilitated by the convergence of...

Rentoza secures $6m in funding

Rentoza, a South African-based online subscription platform, has secured a significant boost in funding with investments totalling $6-million, led by Alitheia IDF and including the Vumela Enterprise Development Fund. According to Aviraag Ramdhani, co-founder at...

Reduce your cyber insurance premiums

With the global costs of cybercrime expected to soar to $13-trillion within the next five years, cyber insurance is booming as organisations try to mitigate the risk of financial losses. Globally, the cyber insurance market is now worth around $17-billion and is...

How to design voice assistants for South Africans

South African languages pose quite a challenge to voice assistants. The country recognises 12 official dialects, but these subdivide into many regional, cultural and colloquial accents. Most South Africans speak more than one language, further colouring their speech....

African tech talent can build greater resilience

After years of growth, the global technology sector entered a downturn in the second half of 2022, thanks to a combination of inflation, rising interest rates, and faltering supply chains. As a result, companies that just months before hadn't been able to hire fast...

Lead Enterprise Architect (EA) Permanent (hybrid) TB

The Lead Enterprise Architect is a delivery leader of the Enterprise Architecture team that operationally leads EA planning, delivery and performs key execution. The role will also focus on building and maturing the capabilities, provides planning, support, insights...

Level 2 SQL Database Administrator at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented SQL Database Administrator (Level 2) to manage, maintain, and optimize our SQL Server databases. The successful candidate will ensure performance, integrity, security, and availability of databases, while supporting...

IT Support

Junior position - suitable for a Candidate with 1 year of relevant experience. Basic knowledge and own transport required. Based in or near the Upper Highway Area. Responsibilities: Act as the first point of contact for IT support queriesProvide technical support for...

DevOps Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Our client in the automotive industry is seeking an ambitious Entry-Level DevOps Engineer to join their dynamic global IT team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge Central Ordering applications that drive efficiency and innovation across the...

IT Support – KwaZulu-Natal Assegay

Junior position - suitable for a Candidate with 1 year of relevant experience. Basic knowledge and own transport required. Based in or near the Upper Highway Area. Responsibilities: Act as the first point of contact for IT support queriesProvide technical support for...

DevOps Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Pretoria

Our client in the automotive industry is seeking an ambitious Entry-Level DevOps Engineer to join their dynamic global IT team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge Central Ordering applications that drive efficiency and innovation across the...

Technical Support at Robertec (Pty) Ltd

Technical Support for Kamstrup products, including water and electricity meters, software, AMR equipment. Desired Skills: Electrical Plumbing Computer Skills Desired Qualification Level: Certificate About The Employer: Robertec (Pty) Ltd is a distributor of Kamstrup...

Technical Support at Robertec (Pty) Ltd – Gauteng Allen’s Nek

Technical Support for Kamstrup products, including water and electricity meters, software, AMR equipment. Desired Skills: Electrical Plumbing Computer Skills Desired Qualification Level: Certificate About The Employer: Robertec (Pty) Ltd is a distributor of Kamstrup...

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