Webb takes a new look at the Sombrero Galaxy

NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope recently imaged the Sombrero Galaxy with its NIRCam (Near-Infrared Camera). The image shows dust from the galaxy’s outer ring blocking stellar light from stars within the galaxy. In the central region of the galaxy, the roughly 2 000...

Dehorning rhinos drastically reduces poaching

A landmark international study published yesterday (5 June 2025) in the Science Journal reveals that dehorning rhinos significantly reduces the risk of poaching – one of these iconic species' most immediate threats. The research, co-led by the University of Cape Town...

Escalating attacks drive need for digital executive protection

There has been a frightening escalation in cyberthreats targeting business leaders and their families, according to a new report released by BlackCloak, a pioneer in digital executive protection for executive leaders, board members, and their families - as well as...

Tshwane innovates on meter reading, revenue collection

Kathy Gibson is at Saphila Transcend in Sun City – Collecting revenue from electricity users is vital for the City of Tshwane’s financial health, but outdated and inefficient systems have been playing havoc with its ability to do so efficiently. The city, which serves...

iStore slashes prices for 20th birthday

iStore South Africa is marking 20 years in South Africa. To kick off our celebrations, it is launching the 20-Year Sale — a nationwide event running from 23 May to 5 June 2025 across all iStore retail locations, online, and via the newly-launched iStore iOS app....

Africa braces for tariff shocks

As the US imposes higher tariffs with global ramifications, African Development Bank Group president Dr Akinwumi Adesina has warned that these measures could trigger significant economic disruptions across Africa, affecting numerous nations and accelerating a...

Phishing scam targets MS Dynamics 365 Customer Voice

Check Point Research has identified a new phishing campaign that exploits Microsoft’s Dynamics 365 Customer Voice, a customer relationship management software product. It’s often used to record customer calls, monitor customer reviews, share surveys, and track...

Steady growth for UC&C market

In 2024, the worldwide Unified Communications & Collaboration (UC&C) market revenues grew 7,8% year-on-year (YoY) to $69,2-billion, according to the International Data Corporation's (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Unified Communications and Collaboration Tracker....

Key actions to build employee trust amid times of disruption

HR leaders must take four strategic actions to strengthen employee trust and stave off negative talent outcomes and decreased productivity in today's rapidly changing business landscape, according to Gartner. “Trust is crucial for organisations’ success,” says Ned...

The danger of corporate email being used for personal accounts

Employees may also use corporate emails to register for personal accounts on marketplaces and social media, increasing the risk of account theft and corporate security breaches, according to a study by Kaspersky Digital Footprint Intelligence. Kaspersky experts...

Campus NaaS revenues expand rapidly in challenging market

Dell’Oro Group has published market share tables for the public cloud-managed campus switch and WLAN markets showing that revenues are expected to experience double-digit growth over the next three years. “Vendors who sell public cloud-managed LAN solutions are able...

Strategies to decarbonise AI

The accelerating adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) is driving up energy consumption and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across the AI value chain, raising urgent concerns about its long-term sustainability and the environmental impact on tech giants. In...

Increased demand for air cargo in March

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released data for March 2025 global air cargo markets showing strong growth – but doubt lingers whether this growth was fuelled by the Trump Administration’s tariff announcements, and whether it is sustainable in...

Momentum warns of deepfakes used for investment scams

Financial services company Momentum Group has warned that scammers are increasingly using deepfake content - seemingly personal WhatsApps and pages on social media platforms like Facebook which fraudulently misrepresent association with the company - impersonating the...

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Shaping data resilience strategies with AI, hybrid cloud

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, organisations are under growing pressure to secure their operations against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats, including those that leverage artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the success rate of attacks. By...

Data governance, risk management crucial in the public sector

By prioritising data governance and risk management, public sector organisations can demonstrate their commitment to data privacy, build trust with data subjects, and ensure the proper handling and protection of sensitive information. By Amritesh Anand, vice-president...

Acer demos solutions at Schoolscape 2025

Acer Africa is participating in Schoolscape 2025, where it will be showcasing its latest range of innovative educational technology at all three Schoolscape events: Cape Town: Thursday,27 February, 08:00-15:40, Protea Hotel, Techno Park, Stellenbosch Gauteng:...

Salesforce and Google bring Gemini to Agentforce

Salesforce and Google have announced an expansion of their strategic partnership, delivering choice in the models and capabilities businesses use to build and deploy AI-powered agents. The expanded partnership provides crucial flexibility, empowering customers to...

Dell launches simplified AI PC portfolio

Dell Technologies has launched a new AI PC portfolio built for personal and professional computing. To simplify choices for customers, the new portfolio consists of three simple product categories which focus on core customer needs. These are Dell (designed for play,...

How each generation can stay safe as scams proliferate

In recent years, scams have surged to alarming levels, becoming a significant concern for nearly every South African, writes Yash Pillay, sales engineer at Trend Micro. The Southern African Fraud Prevention Service (SAFPS) reported a staggering 32% increase in fraud...

iStore launches new iPhone 16e

iStore South Africa will be launching the iPhone 16e on the same day as the US and other major markets – so South Africans will be able to get their hands on it 28 February 2025. Pre-orders opened on Friday (21 February 2025). iStore is offering users up to R22 000...

Huawei Cloud expands African footprint

Huawei Cloud has expanded its presence in Africa with the addition of four new availability zones, three in Egypt and one in Nigeria. This expansion brings the total number of Huawei Cloud data centers in Africa to six. The move strategically addresses latency issues...

Datacentrix retains HP Amplify Impact status

Datacentrix has been re-awarded HP’s prestigious Amplify Impact Partner status. This recognition highlights the company’s commitment to sustainability, diversity and social responsibility, as well as its efforts to drive positive change within the community. HP’s...

Don’t miss the Workplace Skills Plan submission deadline

If your business has an annual payroll exceeding R500 000 or 50+ employees, you should be in full swing preparing your Workplace Skills Plan (WSP) and Annual Training Report (ATR). By Anton Visser, chief operations officer of SA Business School and Alefbet Learning...

Front-End Developer at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

About our client:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...

IT Technician (Onsite – Durban)

ENVIRONMENT:Our client, a vibrant Managed IT Services Provider in Durban, is looking for a tech-savvy onsite IT Technician to join their team. The role involves a mix of scheduled installations and jumping in for emergency support when things go sideways. You'll be...

Manager, Reporting & IT Operations

Manager, Reporting & IT Operations (PowerBI Focus)We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Manager, Reporting & IT Operations to lead the development and enhancement of reporting solutions, focusing on IT operational metrics, IT Service Management (ITSM) KPIs,...

Biometrics System Specialist at Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd

Red Ember Recruitment is seeking to hire a Biometrics System Specialist based in Durban central.The Biometrics System Specialist will oversee the deployment, operation, and integration of biometric attendance systems (e.g., fingerprint, facial recognition,) to ensure...

IT Technician (Onsite – Durban) – KwaZulu-Natal Durban

ENVIRONMENT:Our client, a vibrant Managed IT Services Provider in Durban, is looking for a tech-savvy onsite IT Technician to join their team. The role involves a mix of scheduled installations and jumping in for emergency support when things go sideways. You'll be...

Manager, Reporting & IT Operations – Gauteng Braamfontein

Manager, Reporting & IT Operations (PowerBI Focus)We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Manager, Reporting & IT Operations to lead the development and enhancement of reporting solutions, focusing on IT operational metrics, IT Service Management (ITSM) KPIs,...

Manual QA Tester (CH1134)

Join a high-performing engineering team focused on quality and innovationOur client, a dynamic and growing tech company based in Stellenbosch, is looking for an experienced Manual QA Tester to join their software quality assurance team. The successful candidate will...

Database Administrator

Database Administrator - MS SQLWe are seeking a seasoned Database Administrator (DBA) with strong expertise in Microsoft SQL Server to join our team. The ideal candidate will have in-depth experience in database deployment, optimization, security, and management of...

Manual QA Tester (CH1134) – Western Cape Stellenbosch

Join a high-performing engineering team focused on quality and innovationOur client, a dynamic and growing tech company based in Stellenbosch, is looking for an experienced Manual QA Tester to join their software quality assurance team. The successful candidate will...

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