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 theĀ 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...

Life on the edge just became a lot more interesting

Kathy Gibson is at Mobile World Congress 2022 - Edge computing is rapidly becoming one of the most significant topics in the IT world, with the potential to completely transform the way businesses and individuals engage with the world around them. That's according to...

Metal and biometric cards to drive payment card revenue

A new study from Juniper Research has found that global payment card shipment revenue for technology companies will reach $11,7-billion in 2026, from $9,7-billion in 2022. This 20% increase reflects new innovations emerging in the payment cards space while the...

Africa education outlook is positive

The outlook for schooling in sub-Saharan Africa is more positive than it's ever been, with the region having experienced a dramatic increase in access to all levels of education. According to Caerus Capital's report, "Business of education in Africa", sub-Saharan...

Whitehill is new Neotel CEO

Kyle Whitehill has been appointed as the new CEO of Neotel, which was recently acquired by pan-African telecommunications operator Liquid Telecom. Over the coming months, Whitehill will oversee plans to make extensive upgrades and expansions to Neotel's network,...

IBM helps to kickstart blockchain adoption

IBM has announced the IBM Blockchain Founder Accelerator to help enterprises and enterprise developers take blockchain networks into production faster. The accelerator is the first program available that provides expertise and support across the technology, legal and...

Why was the WannaCry attack so effective?

A number of organisations across a broad range of industries have been affected by the recent global ransomware attack. Europol has estimated that there are more than 200 000 victims of the attack in 150 countries since it began, describing it as "unprecedented in its...

Electronic healthcare data up for sale …

Medical information is highly personal and sensitive. It is also highly sought after by cybercriminals. International statistics show that this form of information theft is on a steep increase. Statistics South Africa released its most recent General Household Survey...

Now media players come under attack

Check Point security researchers have revealed a new attack vector threatening hundreds of millions of users of popular media players, including VLC, Kodi (XBMC), Popcorn Time and Stremio. By crafting malicious subtitles, which are then downloaded by viewers,...

SA mining companies must transform to survive

Struggling with commodity prices, declining ore grade and operational challenges, South African miners have no choice but to focus on creating operational excellence to buffer against declining margins. Creating operations that are interconnected digitally, and built...

Windows 10 Creators Update now available

The Windows 10 Creators Update is the third major release for Windows 10, and will add more tools for the 400-million devices currently running Windows 10. New features include 3D, mixed reality, enhanced apps, improved security, and 4K gaming. Yusuf Mehdi, corporate...

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Senior SQL Developer Programmer

LetsLink Recruitment is assisting a Private Hospital Group based in Gauteng to employ a Team Lead: Senior SQL Developer/Programmer. The The successful candidate will be responsible for: Overseeing all data management and development aspects of the CEM platform as well...

Developer – React at Parvana Recruitment

This is a remote position.Client Details:Our client is an international organisation that is looking for a senior React Developer to accelerate the development of their SaaS product. Our client is building a collaboration platform that helps teams focus, move quickly,...

Developer – Java (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment

Parvana Responsibilities: Development of highly available distributed systems. Creating technical specifications based on business requirements. Actively participating in the SDLC process of existing and new applications and features. Performing functional testing....

Developer – Full Stack at Parvana Recruitment

This is a remote position.Role Responsibilities:Full stack development using JavaScript, CSS, SCSS, Ruby on Rails, Webpack.Working on the software development life cycle including functional requirements, software design, implementation, deployment, testing and...

Developer – C++ / Java at Parvana Recruitment

This is a remote position.Client Details:Our client is an international highly successful software development house with a niche focus in the telecommunications and payment gateway sector. With 20 years of proven success and phenomenal growth, this client has an...

Developer – API at Parvana Recruitment

This is a remote position.Client Details:A highly successful international listed company who offers remote and international opportunities. This client looks for high achievers who wish to work with the best on a global playing field. Role Responsibilities:...

Business Analyst (ILS / ILR) at Parvana Recruitment

Client Details:Our client has grown steadily since the 1990's without ever retrenching anyone. They hire for attitude and train for skill. Most staff have been there for over 10 years. Flexi-time, generous bonuses and the opportunity to learn and continuously evolve...

Data Engineer

Good news for the Gauteng Job seekers actively looking for Data Engineer Vacancies The latest Data Engineer vacancy in Sandton has brought a good chance for candidates willing to start their professional careers. Requirements: A relevant qualification in Information...

Front End Software Developer

Position: Front End Software DeveloperLocation: Bryanston, Johannesburg Company: Super exciting opportunity with a Global business supplying GPS tracking and Internet of Things asset tracking devices and software to over 100 countries. The business is currently...

Desktop Engineer I – Western Cape Cape Town

We are recruiting a Desktop Engineer I on permanent contract in Cape Town.Qualification Required:National Senior CertificateA+ N+Preferred Qualification:MCSEHardware Certifications is advantageousMobility Support qualificationITILCustomer support soft skillsExperience...

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