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....

Internet blackout as Uganda heads to the polls

Reports are coming in the Uganda has imposed an Internet blackout ahead of general elections being held tomorrow (Thursday 15 January). The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) is believed to have told service providers to suspend Internet access ahead of the...

Free Starlink for Iran amid Internet shutdown

With Iran still implementing a nationwide Internet shutdown, Starlink has made its service available to customers for free. Several non-profit organisations reported yesterday (Tuesday 13 January) that they had been able to access the satellite Internet service at no...

Massive growth ahead for LEO satellite communications

End-user spending on low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite communications services is expected to reach $14,8-billion globally in 2026, an increase of 24,5% from 2025, according to Gartner. “LEO satellites have primarily delivered broadband connectivity to remote locations...

The impact of AI on digital transformation

Reaffirming its commitment to advancing Africa’s digital transformation through artificial intelligence (AI), Google has highlighted the impact of its AI tools on the local innovation and business landscape at the AI in Action event in Cape Town. Held under the theme...

Why most South Africans can’t afford a home

Only one formal house exists per 3,3 families who earn less than R26 000 a month – this accounts for more than 80% of South African households – and the trend is worsening, according to Lightstone. In its June 2025 Property Newsletter, the automotive and property...

VALR pioneers xStocks in SA

VALR, Africa’s largest crypto exchange by trade volume, has launched xStocks on its platform enabling customers to gain price exposure through tokenisation of leading US-listed equities such as Tesla, Nvidia, Robinhood, Circle, and Coinbase. With this move, VALR says...

ConCourt upholds Vodacom’s latest Please Call Me appeal

The Constitutional Court has upheld Vodacom’s latest appeal in the Please Call Me case. The case, which has been in and out of the courts for two decades now, will now be referred to a new panel of the Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA). Vodacom will now review the...

AI emerges as an attractive target for threat actors

Artificial intelligence (AI) adoption is greatly outpacing AI security and governance. IBM’s new Cost of a Data Breach Report suggests that AI is already being seen as an easy, high-value target by threat actors. While the overall number of organisations experiencing...

Paycorp invests in global fintech

Paycorp has made a strategic investment in Currency Stream, a UK-based fintech specialising in real-time foreign exchange and multi-currency payment solutions. The partnership aims to accelerate Currency Stream’s growth in Europe and unlock new expansion opportunities...

Restraint defines consumer behaviour in  May

The Absa Merchant Spend Analytics Report for May 2025 indicates a slight uptick in card activity, following April’s sharp decline. According to Absa’s internal data, card spending increased by 2% month-on-month (MTM), while transaction volumes climbed by 4%. Despite...

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Email best practices under the spotlight

Just about every organisation in the world relies on email. And yet, securing this mission-critical platform is often not treated with the diligence that is required. One of the best ways to mitigate against the threat of compromise is a combination of user education,...

Peach Payments offers daily settlements for all merchants

Online payment platform Peach Payments now offers all its South African merchants free daily automated settlements. This means payments processed via Peach Payments will automatically be transferred to online businesses' bank accounts the next business day at no...

Sustainability is a team sport on the corporate playing field

As the drumbeat of sustainability grows louder, South Africa stands at a unique crossroads of daunting challenges and untapped opportunities. The interplay of stark socio-economic inequalities and complex environmental patterns in the country amplifies the need for a...

Cambium Networks’ new fibre portfolio available in SA

The new fibre portfolio of solutions from Cambium Networks is now available in South Africa from Duxbury Networking. The move reinforces Cambium's commitment to expanding its footprint and bringing fibre products to Africa. The foundation of the new portfolio's value...

Mimecast launches Partner ONE program

Mimecast has announced the launch of the Mimecast Partner ONE Program, an evolution of its partner program. As companies of all sizes hunt for the right suite of products and services to defend against increasingly sophisticated attacks, we know that there is not a...

Understand and navigate AI risks

The risks associated with using artificial intelligence (AI) systems can be extensive and have severe business impact if left unaddressed. By Nevellan Moodley, head of financial services technology at BDO South Africa AI is being used everywhere, across every business...

Best practice tips for strengthening data privacy

South Africa has become a fertile hunting ground for international cybercriminals. Research by security company Kaspersky indicates that more than half of South African companies were targeted in the past year while spyware attacks increased by 18.8% between the last...

CIOs have never had more to offer – or to contend with

From the person interested in technology pushing for its inclusion in the company's operations, to the IT manager reporting to the financial director, to today's strategic technology leaders whose voices are heard at board level, the role of the CIO has seen a...

Growth challenges for emerging African telcos

Africa is home to a thriving telecoms industry typified by a small group of very large, dominant telcos - such as MTN and Safaricom - and a highly competitive group of emerging telcos. These telcos play a vital role in the continent's economic and social development,...

Modern-day threats in the crypto gold rush

Many still perceive cryptocurrency as a novel and unconventional form of currency. It operates within an environment that lacks the safety and regulation found in traditional financial systems. Just like the lawless days of the American Wild West, the crypto world is...

Senior Business Analyst – Western Cape Bellville

My client based in Bellville is currently looking for a Senior Business Analyst to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Informatics, Actuarial Science, or...

Verification Analyst – BBBEE

This verification consultants are looking for a Verification analyst to join their team.Role and ResponsibilitiesInformation gathering, analysing and reporting of B-BBEE information.Support Pre-audits and on-site co-ordinationRequirementsOne to two year experience...

Infrastructure Cloud Engineer

Drive cloud innovation in a global organisation at the forefront of Microsoft technology. Is this you? You're a solution-focused, proactive team player who thrives in fast-changing environments. With a strong grasp of cloud technologies and a passion for Microsoft...

Senior Back-End Software Developer – JHB

ENVIRONMENT:Our client, an AgriTech start-up with offices in Johannesburg, is seeking a Senior Back-End Developer to help build a robust and scalable SaaS platform for the agricultural sector. They are looking for a pragmatic, solution-oriented developer who thrives...

Verification Analyst – BBBEE – Remote Remote

This verification consultants are looking for a Verification analyst to join their team.Role and ResponsibilitiesInformation gathering, analysing and reporting of B-BBEE information.Support Pre-audits and on-site co-ordinationRequirementsOne to two year experience...

Senior Back-End Software Developer – JHB – Gauteng Johannesburg

ENVIRONMENT:Our client, an AgriTech start-up with offices in Johannesburg, is seeking a Senior Back-End Developer to help build a robust and scalable SaaS platform for the agricultural sector. They are looking for a pragmatic, solution-oriented developer who thrives...

Senior IT Security Specialist

A well-established short term insurer is seeking to appoint a Senior IT Security Specialist To actively protect the organizations information technology assets and infrastructure from external or internal threats and ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory...

IT Senior Security Engineer

Be the shield-drive advanced cyber defence in a global, fast-paced environment. Is this you? You're highly organised, analytical, and thrive in complex environments. You have a passion for cybersecurity and emerging threats, with a curious mindset that fuels your love...

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