Stay alert amid wave of fake investment platforms
Kaspersky has issued a warning to South African users about a wave of fake investment platforms that exploit the popularity of online trading and digital investment services. Since 2024, Kaspersky solutions have blocked more than 27 000 phishing scams imitating...
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...
Sun releases strong flare
The Sun emitted a strong flare on Tuesday (17 June 2025). NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory, which watches the Sun constantly, captured an image of the event. The image shows a subset of extreme ultraviolet light that highlights the extremely hot material in flares...
Geopolitics puts focus on data control
There’s been a dramatic rise in concern over data sovereignty across the UK technology sector, with 83% of IT leaders worried that geopolitical developments may affect their ability to control and access their data. According to survey by Civo, 61% of IT...
Manufacturing sector uncertainty persists
The Q2 2025 Absa Manufacturing Survey reveals that uncertainty remains a dominant theme within the manufacturing sector, both domestically and globally. Business confidence declined marginally to 33 points, down from 34 in Q1, an outcome some noted could have been...
Security, capital challenges threaten energy transition gains
Global progress towards secure, equitable and sustainable energy is accelerating after years of sluggish gains, according to a new World Economic Forum report. However, rising geopolitical tensions, investment gaps, and a growing disconnect between clean energy...
Industrial organisations put themselves at increased risk
A study titled "Securing OT with Purpose-built Solutions", conducted by Kaspersky in collaboration with VDC Research, illuminates the shifting landscape of cybersecurity within the industrial sector. Focusing on key industries such as energy, utilities, manufacturing...
Reasoning models not always the best option
The buzz on the generative AI (GenAI) scene is around reasoning - but reasoning models are not without limitations. They require more processing power and more tokens than standard models, making them more expensive. In addition, the need for additional computation...
How enterprise risk management can assess tariff risks
Heads of enterprise risk management (ERM) are well positioned to identify potential tariff impacts for their organisation by assessing their risk in three steps, according to Gartner. The three steps ERM leaders should follow include: Assess how tariff risks impact...
Yellow Card, Visa accelerate stablecoin adoption
Yellow Card, a licensed stablecoin payments orchestrator for Africa and the emerging world, has partnered with Visa to explore stablecoin use cases and opportunities to streamline treasury operations, enhance liquidity management, and enable faster, more...
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Solve your home energy crisis through a careful, measured approach
With Eskom having upped the ante on load shedding since the recent cold snap that saw snowfall in certain parts of the country, inquiries for alternative energy solutions and installations like solar PV have since shot up again as South Africans look to bring an end...
Partnership agreement between DCDT and Huawei to assist SA reach its ICT Development Goals
The South African Department of Communications and Digital Technologies (DCDT), represented by acting director-general Nonkqubela Jordan-Dyani, and Huawei represented by South Africa's CEO Will Meng, signed a partnership agreement on the sidelines of the BRICS...
Absa CIB joins Contour’s production network
Digital trade finance network Contour has announced that Absa Corporate and Investment Bank (CIB) has become the first African bank to officially join its growing production network. Absa CIB's clients will now have access to Contour's digital Letter of Credit (LC),...
Put people at the heart of end user service
Frictionless, convenient, consistent and fast. These are the keywords that define business-to-business (B2B) customer service and, according to PwC, are the route to ensuring that the organisation raises the bar and retains customer loyalty. It is echoed by McKinsey...
Mastercard partners with EMIS to boost Angolan digital economy
Mastercard has entered into a strategic partnership with the Empresa Interbancária de Serviços (EMIS) to roll out a co-branded contactless card with EMV technology to boost the digital economy and accelerate digital transformation in Angola. Also known as the...
The who, why and what of data literacy
In today's digital age, data literacy has become a crucial skill that individuals and organisations need to possess. But what is data literacy? Who needs it, and why is it essential? In this article, we will explore the 3 W's of data literacy: who, why and what. By...
Axiz signs up Veeam Data Management Solutions in East Africa
Axiz has been awarded the East Africa distribution rights for data management solutions provider Veeam. The distribution rights cover several countries, including Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, and Ethiopia. "We have in the past invested time and effort in building...
Aerial fibre offers affordable, reliable Internet
We previously looked at how traditional large suburbs have ample servitude space that allows for conventional trenching, but this is not as easily available as network operators look to expand into more densely populated communities. By Shane Chorley, CEO of Frogfoot...
Huawei announces 2023 H1 results
Huawei has announced its business results for the first half of 2023, with overall performance in line with forecasts. In 2023 H1, Huawei generated CNY310,9-billion in revenue, with a year-on-year increase of 3,1% and a net profit margin of 15%. The company's ICT...
Rhodes partners with eLearnAfrica to offer MBA
Rhodes Business School has partnered with eLearnAfrica to develop a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), to fulfil the school's goal of enabling its AMBA-accredited MBA to reach into Africa and beyond, like never before. Professor Owen Skae, director of Rhodes Business...
Software Engineer (Python and C++) – Somerset West – Western Cape Somerset West
ENVIRONMENT:An innovative automation company is seeking a highly skilled and passionate Software Engineer/Developer to join their Software Tools team. The successful candidate will be part of a collaborative software development team responsible for creating...
Test Analyst at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
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...
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Hot off the press !I have a phenomenal client who I have known for years who is super smart and a talented leader ! Mid-Level Python Developer (Data & AWS)Contract: 6 Months with potential for permanent conversion Location: Sandton, Johannesburg, South Africa We...
Cloud DevOps Engineer – JHB / Stellenbosch
ENVIRONMENT:An AgriTech Company is currently seeking a skilled DevOps Engineer to join their team in managing the cloud infrastructure that powers their SaaS platform for the agricultural sector. With offices in Stellenbosch and Johannesburg, they are looking for...
Software Engineer (Ruby on Rails) – Remote
ENVIRONMENT:A leading web hosting company is seeking a skilled Software Engineer to join its team. In this role, you will tackle complex, large-scale backend challenges while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. Your responsibilities will include...
Intermediate Software Developer
Software Engineer - Energy SectorJoin a cutting-edge team in the energy sector!R 440,000 - R [Phone Number Removed]; per annumElevate your career with a leading company in the energy sector that values innovation and excellence in service delivery. This is an ideal...
Python Developer – Gauteng Bryanston
Hot off the press !I have a phenomenal client who I have known for years who is super smart and a talented leader ! Mid-Level Python Developer (Data & AWS)Contract: 6 Months with potential for permanent conversion Location: Sandton, Johannesburg, South Africa We...
Cloud DevOps Engineer – JHB / Stellenbosch – Gauteng Johannesburg
ENVIRONMENT:An AgriTech Company is currently seeking a skilled DevOps Engineer to join their team in managing the cloud infrastructure that powers their SaaS platform for the agricultural sector. With offices in Stellenbosch and Johannesburg, they are looking for...
Software Engineer (Ruby on Rails) – Remote – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:A leading web hosting company is seeking a skilled Software Engineer to join its team. In this role, you will tackle complex, large-scale backend challenges while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. Your responsibilities will include...
Intermediate Software Developer – Western Cape Oakdale
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