ShinyHunters claims Next.js security breach
Vercel, the company that provides Next.js, confirms it has suffered a security breach involving unauthorised access to internal systems via a compromised third-party AI tool. The attack was claimed by the group ShinyHunters, which says it has stolen GitHub/NPM tokens,...
SA’s hard-won recovery under pressure
As we enter the second quarter of 2026, the hard-won momentum of South Africa’s economic recovery is facing a major stress test. A global energy shock has ignited a severe cost-of-living hike, with soaring fuel prices threatening a new wave of logistics-driven...
What are the dangers and alternatives as Instagram drops end-to-end encryption?
Meta recently announced that Instagram will roll back end-to-end encryption for app messages starting next month (8 May 2026). As users consider shifting their conversations to other, more secure platforms, cybersecurity experts warn that staying in Meta's ecosystem...
Young scientists to attend Nobel Laureate meeting
Six young South African scientists will travel to Lindau, Germany, to attend one of the world's most exclusive scientific gatherings - the 75th Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting from 28 June to 3 July 2026. The Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf) selections were...
Risks tied to digital medicine
On World Health Day (today, 7 April), Kaspersky warns of risks tied to the digitisation of healthcare and use of telemedicine. Recent incidents show that medical services can be breached, and as a result, medical records may be leaked and then traded on the dark web....
The real contribution SA’s top banks make to the fiscus
South African banks are among the most significant contributors to national revenue, reflecting not only corporate income tax, but also the wider network of employment, consumption, property, and regulatory taxes, according to PwC. In collaboration with The Banking...
We have liftoff! Now follow Artemis II live
NASA’s SLS (Space Launch System) rocket lifted off from Launch Pad 39B at the agency’s Kennedy Space Centre in Florida last night, sending four astronauts aboard the Orion spacecraft on a planned test flight around the Moon and back. It’s the first time NASA is...
AI boom propels foundry 2.0 market to $360bn
According to The broadly defined Foundry 2.0 market, comprising pure-play foundry, non-memory IDM, outsourced semiconductor assembly and test (OSAT), and photomask fabrication, is projected to surpass $360-billion in 2026, representing 17% year-over-year growth. This...
Customer service organisations to double tech spend by 2028
By 2028, over 50% of customer service organisations will double their technology spend, without an equivalent reduction in talent, according to Gartner. Despite mounting pressure to use AI to cut labor costs, organizations cannot rely on automation alone to replace...
IBM in strategic collaboration with Arm
IBM has announced a strategic collaboration with Arm to develop new dual‑architecture hardware that helps enterprises run future AI and data intensive workloads with greater flexibility, reliability, and security. IBM's leadership in system design, from silicon to...
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Africa’s data future depends on getting privacy right at the start
Every January, Data Privacy Day invites organisations and individuals to reflect on how they handle personal information. This year, two themes stand out, writes Mwandu Mwelwa, chief technology officer at inq Zambia. For organisations, the call is to prioritise...
Tackling SA’s debt trap: Why better data and teamwork matter
South Africa’s credit landscape is evolving rapidly. As household finances remain under pressure and demand for short-term credit accelerates, alternative and non-bank lenders are playing an increasingly central role in meeting consumer needs. By Fatgie Adams, head of...
Starlink: Why all the hype?
The South African media landscape has been saturated with Starlink coverage for months. Every ministerial statement, every regulatory development, every parliamentary objection becomes headline news. Yet amid this relentless coverage, a curious question emerges: why...
How technology is redefining guest experiences
When South Africa hosted the G20 Summit recently, its hospitality sector welcomed the world and showcased how technology is transforming guest experiences. By Boyd Chislett, chief business officer at Liquid Intelligent Technologies, South Africa With its travel and...
Ransomware in 2025 and what to expect in 2026
The economic toll of ransomware could be staggering, writes Fabio Assolini, head of research centre: Americas and Europe, Global Research & Analysis Team at Kaspersky. VDC Research and Kaspersky conducted an estimation which showed that in the manufacturing sector...
AI positioning Africa for competitive, inclusive economic growth
Artificial intelligence (AI) has rapidly shifted from a distant technological aspiration to a concrete driver of economic transformation, and its relevance for Africa - particularly South Africa - has grown significantly over the past year. By Varaidzo Mureriwa, MD in...
HR trends to watch in 2026
Human resource management has changed since it first appeared in the early 1900s. Dashboards, data, self-service and other technology-powered features save time, improve staff management, and extend HR insights and tools to more parts of businesses. This prospect...
The business case for MDR: Protecting clients when threats don’t sleep
For many South African organisations, the real test of their cybersecurity resilience is not whether they have the right tools in place, but whether anyone is actively watching their environment when attackers make their move and can respond immediately when something...
What 2026 holds for African supply chains
As 2026 gets underway, it’s clear that supply chain uncertainty is not going anywhere this year. But while there has been no respite from geopolitical tensions and shifting trade dynamics, the supply chain conversation is changing tone, says southern African supply...
iXAfrica Data Centres and Oracle deliver public cloud region in Kenya
iXAfrica Data Centre will collaborate with Oracle as the host partner for the Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) region in Nairobi, Kenya. Announced by President William Ruto in January 2024, the new public cloud region will help meet strong demand for OCI services in...
SAP Functional Consultant (Senior) 0513
Gather and analyse business requirements, prepare AS-IS and TO-BE process documentation, and obtain user sign-off on functional and/or technical design specifications.Identify and recommend improvements to enhance the effectiveness and sustainability of existing or...
SOFTWARE ENGINEER
If you have an Engineering degree or Computer Science degree and post grad qualifications in Artificial intelligence or Machine learning you should apply.Python programming skills must be excelent.Experience with cloud platforms and software develoment is important....
SAP Functional Consultant (Senior) 0513 – Gauteng Pretoria
Gather and analyse business requirements, prepare AS-IS and TO-BE process documentation, and obtain user sign-off on functional and/or technical design specifications.Identify and recommend improvements to enhance the effectiveness and sustainability of existing or...
SOFTWARE ENGINEER – Western Cape Stellenbosch
If you have an Engineering degree or Computer Science degree and post grad qualifications in Artificial intelligence or Machine learning you should apply.Python programming skills must be excelent.Experience with cloud platforms and software develoment is important....
Enterprise Business Analyst
Technical / Professional KnowledgeBusiness Analysis frameworks (e.g. BABOK) Enterprise analysis and strategy modelling techniques Business capability modelling and value stream mapping Business process modelling (e.g. BPMN) Data and information modelling concepts...
SAP Functional Consultant (Senior) 0513
Job DescriptionGather and analyse business requirements, prepare AS-IS and TO-BE process documentation, and obtain user sign-off on functional and/or technical design specifications.Identify and recommend improvements to enhance the effectiveness and sustainability of...
Junior Technical Specialist
ENVIRONMENT:A leading Cloud Solutions company is on the hunt for a motivated Junior Technical Specialist to join their Professional Services team. This is an exciting growth role for candidates who want to develop their technical and integration skills in the world of...
Enterprise Business Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg
Technical / Professional KnowledgeBusiness Analysis frameworks (e.g. BABOK) Enterprise analysis and strategy modelling techniques Business capability modelling and value stream mapping Business process modelling (e.g. BPMN) Data and information modelling concepts...
SAP Functional Consultant (Senior) 0513 – Gauteng Pretoria
Job DescriptionGather and analyse business requirements, prepare AS-IS and TO-BE process documentation, and obtain user sign-off on functional and/or technical design specifications.Identify and recommend improvements to enhance the effectiveness and sustainability of...
Junior Technical Specialist – Gauteng Johannesburg
ENVIRONMENT:A leading Cloud Solutions company is on the hunt for a motivated Junior Technical Specialist to join their Professional Services team. This is an exciting growth role for candidates who want to develop their technical and integration skills in the world of...
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