Grand theft telematics: security flaws threaten vehicle safety
At the recent Security Analyst Summit 2025, Kaspersky presented the results of a security audit that has exposed a significant security flaw enabling unauthorised access to all connected vehicles of one automotive manufacturer. By exploiting a zero-day vulnerability...
Cybercrooks are coming after your data and your money
Kathy Gibson reports - Cybercriminals are interested in your data and your money, and they are becoming increasingly good at getting their hands on both. The 2025 Microsoft Digital Defense Report reveals that data is the adversaries’ primary focus area, closely...
AFSUG introduces masterclasses, collaboration forum at Saphila 2025
The African SAP User Group (AFSUG) will add technical masterclasses at this year’s Saphila 2025, taking place from 1 to 3 June 2025 at Sun City. In a first for the event, which is set to be AFSUG’s largest ever, the masterclasses will offer delegates high-value,...
Red Hat, AMD strengthen strategic collaboration
Red Hat and AMD have announced a strategic collaboration to propel AI capabilities and optimise virtualised infrastructure. With this deepened alliance, Red Hat and AMD will expand customer choice across the hybrid cloud, from deploying optimised, efficient AI models...
Thousands of ICT jobs in SA are going unfilled
South Africa’s digital economy is growing fast, but not fast enough to keep up with the country’s pressing need for jobs. New research by Collective X shows that, while employers need digital skills, too many junior roles are going unfilled. This highlights a critical...
Malatsi defends equity equivalence policy direction
Solly Malatsi, minister of communications and digital technologies, has refuted suggestions that the policy direction he gazetted on Friday (23 May 2025) was a direct result of President Cyril Ramaphosa’s White House meeting. “There is no conspiracy on our part; no...
SA users under threat from leaked cookies
South Africa has landed a troubling spot on the global leaderboard for leaked cookies, ranking 35th out of 253 countries. According to NordVPN, 546-million cookies linked to South African users have been found on the dark web. Although cookies are commonly seen as...
Geopolitical tensions lead to increased risks for shipping
The fast-changing geopolitical landscape is creating new risks and challenges for a shipping industry already juggling the energy transition and the legacy of the Covid-19 pandemic, according to Allianz Commercial’s Safety and Shipping Review. The industry faces an...
Machine learning market set to reach $419,94bn
The global machine learning market size is anticipated to reach $419,94-billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 33,2% from 2025 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The market is experiencing continuous growth, driven by the increasing demand for...
AR/VR spend reaches $8,4bn by 2029
According to the Worldwide Augmented and Virtual Reality Spending Guide published by International Data Corporation (IDC), EMEA augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) spending will reach $8,4-billion by 2029, reflecting 16% five-year compound annual growth...
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Golden learning, development opportunities for SA
South Africa has a golden opportunity to compete internationally for e-learning projects alongside the likes of India and the Philippines. That is according to Tom Kuhlmann, chief learning architect at US-based Articulate, who addressed delegates at New Leaf...
Why businesses should look to fixed microwave connectivity
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Deep decarbonisation of cities essential for key climate targets
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Reimagining the supply chain for resilience
The world as we knew it has changed - and there's no going back. For many and complex reasons, supply chain disruptions have become the norm rather than the exception, and the onus is on manufacturers to adapt and strengthen their ability to react in an agile manner....
5G as a catalyst for economic opportunities in Africa
Over the past two decades, mobile telecommunications has transformed the face of sub-Saharan Africa, integrating hundreds of millions of people into the digital economy and creating a new industry worth billions of dollars a year. By Rami Osman, director for corporate...
How to get happier customers and contact centre workers
Let's be honest: how often have you called an organisation's contact centre in a good mood? I'd wager that the answer is somewhere between "seldom" and "almost never". After all, most of us only call them because we've got stuck with a frustrating issue. By Ryan...
The benefits of being an independent contractor
The South African tech landscape is known for its dynamic and innovative nature. And while not new, the post-pandemic world has embraced independent contractors at a scale previously unimagined. As we progress further into the digital age and hybrid working...
Unlocking Africa’s data centre potential
Africa's data centre market is booming, ringing in an era of hyperscale for the continent. By Stephen Rose, director of Royal HaskoningDHV's mission-critical facilities Africa unit Industry giants such as Amazon, Google, and Microsoft are vying to establish new nodes...
Security-first culture builds a cyber-resilient future
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Realtime data could improve construction industry margins
It is not unusual for costs to overrun as much as 80% on construction projects, but the current variability of labour and material costs - especially on long-running projects - has resulted in cost overruns of up to 200%. This is not sustainable in a time when the...
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Full Stack JavaScript Developer (Focus: Testing) – 0628 – Gauteng Pretoria
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Software Tester (Cape Town) – Western Cape Cape Town
As a Software Tester, you will conduct manual and automated testing, develop test plans and scripts, and collaborate with developers and analysts to ensure software quality. The role focusses on our solution, featuring planning, orders, logistics, financials,...
Technical Architect at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Are you a forward-thinking Technical Architect with a passion for designing and implementing innovative technology solutions? This role offers the chance to work on large-scale, complex systems within a highly skilled team, where you'll drive architecture,...
Full Stack Developer (Expert) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Full Stack Developer (Expert) – Motor IndustryLocation: Midrand / Menlyn / Rosslyn / Remote (flexible)Work Arrangement: Flexible (1960 hours per 12 months)About the RoleOur clients in the motor industry are seeking an experienced Full Stack Developer to join their...
Technical Architect at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
Are you a forward-thinking Technical Architect with a passion for designing and implementing innovative technology solutions? This role offers the chance to work on large-scale, complex systems within a highly skilled team, where you'll drive architecture,...
Full Stack Developer (Expert) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
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Junior Data Analyst
Reports To: Chief Information OfficerEmployment Status: Full Time (with possibility of Hybrid)Location: Gauteng or Cape TownCompany Overview:We are an exciting insurance company, with over 25 years of experience in nontraditional sectors, looking for a Junior Data...
Senior Commercial Analyst at Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd
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Junior Data Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg
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