Home Affairs warns that reward poster is fake
No, you will not get paid for "catcing" and turning in an illegal immigrant. The Department of Home Affairs is warning that a notice to this effect circulating on social media is fake. “Neither the Department nor the Minister of Home Affairs offers monetary rewards to...
The human impact of AI forces a redesign in how we work
We are living through one of the most significant transformations in the history of work, writes Aparna Nair, chief talent, leadership and culture officer at IBM. AI is reshaping roles, rewiring workflows, and redefining the nature of performance itself. Yet, a new...
The two reasons Bitcoin is in the doldrums
Trading at around $61 000 – down more than 50% from its record high and suffering its steepest weekly decline since 2022 - Bitcoin is in the grip of a “mild crypto winter”, according to the deVere Group. Yet despite the sharp correction, Nigel Green, CEO of deVere...
Cisco urges campus switch refresh after ‘Mythos Moment’
Campus switch revenue grew at double-digit rates for the second quarter in a row, according to the Dell’Oro Group, prompting market leaders Cisco to respond that the “Mythos Moment” is a critical turning point for campus network refresh. “The combination of higher...
Manufacturers still under siege from cybercriminals
The percentage of industrial control systems (ICS) on which malicious objects were blocked reached 19,6% globally in Q1 202, according to a new Kaspersky ICS CERT report, with the cybersecurity specialists blocking malware from 10 052 different malware families of...
Impact-driven companies selected for 2026 Accelerator
Ninety One is proud to announce the companies selected for the 2026 cohort of the Ninety One Accelerator in support of the Earthshot Prize. Working in partnership with Endeavor South Africa, the programme supports high-growth founders building innovative, impactful...
World first biodiversity heat warning system will save species
A global team of scientists, including researchers from UCT’s African Climate and Development Initiative (ACDI), has developed the world’s first early warning system capable of predicting unprecedented heat exposure for species up to nine months in advance. The study,...
May’s economic activity drops
The PayInc Economic Index, which tracks the monthly value of electronic transactions cleared through PayInc alongside wholesale cash demand, showed a significant decline in May 2026, as rising costs and global tensions take a toll on households and businesses. “The...
Access to capital a persistent barrier for SA’s young entrepreneurs
South Africa’s youth unemployment crisis continues to deepen as reflected in Stats SA’s latest Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS). The data shows that 258 000 South Africans under the age of 34 lost their jobs in the first quarter of 2026, underscoring the growing...
Banking leaders see AI agents as greatest threat
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping the fraud landscape, and South African banking leaders appear among the most concerned globally. In a new survey of 1 440 fraud management, anti-money laundering (AML), and risk and compliance leaders across 25...
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Rustenburg, Orbit TVET strengthen skills development partnership
Rustenburg Local Municipality and Orbit TVET College have strengthened their working relationship through a collaborative skills development programme aimed at upskilling municipal employees with accredited training. The initiative follows an internal skills...
Agricultural innovation can buffer global shocks from the Iran war
The war in the Persian Gulf is already being felt far beyond the region, reflected in rising fertilizer prices in rural India and in the shifting planting decisions of farmers across Africa and well beyond. By Dr Himanshu Pathak, Director General of the International...
Kelvin Nhlapo confirmed as GM of IITPSA
The board of the Institute of Information Technology Professionals (IITPSA) has announced that Kelvin Nhlapo has been appointed GM of the IITPSA with effect from 1 April 2026. Nhlapo joined the IITPSA as head of business development in 2019, and was appointed...
Oversight matters: Spotting payroll fraud in a digital world
South Africa's government has put payroll fraud in its crosshairs. In its latest Budget Review document, the National Treasury prioritises digital payroll systems for state entities, combatting what some outlets have reported as over R4-billion in annual losses...
The cracks in the password wall
For years, passwords stood as the first - and often only - line of defence between users and cybercriminals. Yet as attacks became more sophisticated, this once-reliable shield turned into a vulnerability, writes Kumar Vaibhav, lead senior solution architect:...
War, oil and SA supply chains
Supply chain industry body SAPICS says that the effects of the war in Iran are already rippling through global supply chains and that South African businesses and consumers are unlikely to be spared. Disruptions to energy markets, maritime shipping routes and...
Compliance is key to hiring remotely without the risk
A fast-growing company hires a developer in Poland, a marketing lead in Brazil, and a finance contractor in Kenya. And all of these employees are brought in without anyone ever setting foot in the same office. Meetings are held via video calls, documents are accessed...
LG launches premium same-time delivery, installation service in Gauteng
LG Electronics South Africa is launching its new premium Delivery and Installation Service, currently available in select areas of Gauteng. A defining feature of this service is LG’s move to manage the entire workflow internally. From transportation to final setup,...
Intel to repurchase equity interest in Ireland fab
Intel and Apollo have announced a definitive agreement for Intel to repurchase the 49% equity interest in the joint venture related to Intel’s Fab 34 in Ireland not held by Intel for $14,2-billion. In 2024, Apollo-managed funds and affiliates led an $11,2-billion...
With salaries, it’s not about the number, it’s about the delivery
For most candidates, the salary question feels like the riskiest moment in an interview: tense, awkward, and full of second-guessing. Many approach it defensively, often lowballing out of fear, or naming an overly-ambitious figure without foundation. But understanding...
Web3 Accountant – Western Cape Cape Town
A forward thinking company leading the charge in the Web3 domain is seeking passionate individuals to join an innovative team. If you are tech savvy and eager to dive into digital assets, blockchain, AI and beyond, this is your chance to be part of something ground...
Technical/Systems Engineer
Are you a hands-on Systems Engineer who thrives in high-availability environments? This is an exciting opportunity for a technically strong professional to work across infrastructure, cloud platforms, and enterprise systems while ensuring seamless IT...
Data Engineer (Snowflake | Matillion)
An established enterprise organisation is investing heavily in its modern data platform and is looking for an Intermediate Data Engineer to help build and optimise scalable data solutions that support analytics, reporting, and business decision-making. This is an...
Technical/Systems Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town
Are you a hands-on Systems Engineer who thrives in high-availability environments? This is an exciting opportunity for a technically strong professional to work across infrastructure, cloud platforms, and enterprise systems while ensuring seamless IT...
Data Engineer (Snowflake | Matillion) – Gauteng Johannesburg
An established enterprise organisation is investing heavily in its modern data platform and is looking for an Intermediate Data Engineer to help build and optimise scalable data solutions that support analytics, reporting, and business decision-making. This is an...
Senior Analyst Developer
The scope will include but will not be limited to: a) Business Analysis - Engage with the Business Analyst and Business for the system and ensure complete understanding of the business objectives, drivers, functions, structures, detailed workflows and information...
Software Engineer (.NET | AWS | Python | Snowflake)
A leading technology-driven organisation is expanding its engineering capability and is seeking an experienced Software Engineer to contribute to the design, development, and enhancement of scalable enterprise solutions. This role offers the opportunity to work on...
Senior Analyst Developer – Gauteng Pretoria West
The scope will include but will not be limited to: a) Business Analysis - Engage with the Business Analyst and Business for the system and ensure complete understanding of the business objectives, drivers, functions, structures, detailed workflows and information...
Software Engineer (.NET | AWS | Python | Snowflake) – Gauteng Johannesburg
A leading technology-driven organisation is expanding its engineering capability and is seeking an experienced Software Engineer to contribute to the design, development, and enhancement of scalable enterprise solutions. This role offers the opportunity to work on...
Informatica Developer
Qualifications Typically 5–8+ years of relevant ETL/Informatica development experience. Strong hands-on experience with Informatica PowerCenter and Informatica IICS. Proficiency in SQL and experience with relational databases such as Oracle, SQL Server and Teradata....
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