SA has world’s highest cyberattack rate, identity visibility gap

South African companies have significant gaps in workforce password security, underscoring growing risks as they contend with rising cyber threats, increasing regulatory pressure, and limited visibility into user identities and access. This is according to a new study...

AI-enabled attacks drive ransomware surge

Cybercrime no longer functions as a series of isolated campaigns. Today, it operates as a system, with malicious hackers operating across an end-to-end life cycle and compressing the attack life cycle with shadow agents. This is the headline finding from the 2026...

Employees are the biggest cyber threat – and it will only get worse

South Africa experienced a 46% increase in insider cyber risk in 2026, surpassing the global average of 44%. What’s more, 63% of South African companies surveyed expect insider‑driven data losses to increase as growing numbers of disgruntled employees are resorting to...

Interconnected systems at risk of a digital pandemic

Are we ready for solar storms, submarine cable cuts, satellite disruptions, and extreme weather to disrupt communication networks and potentially trigger a “digital pandemic"? A new report – “When digital systems fail: The hidden risks of our digital world​" –...

EdTech really isn’t all about AI

EdTech specialist, Injini, has released the fourth edition of its African EdTech Insights Report, questioning whether the technology being deployed in African schools is actually serving the purpose its designed for. Titled "When Technology Meets the Classroom: What...

Capetonians face high air pollution risk

More than 40% of Cape Town’s metropolitan population is exposed to high or very high levels of air pollution, according to a new study by the University of Cape Town (UCT) which has produced the first high-resolution map of air pollution risk across the area. The...

Ocean economy faces pressure, fragmentation

The Strait of Hormuz remains virtually closed, with effects spreading through the global economy within weeks by disrupting energy flows, raising prices and increasing financial pressure on developing countries, UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) warns in its second...

Vehicle sales continue strong

New vehicle sales continue to surge in South Africa despite global and regional conflicts, local floods and droughts. The March figure of 58 060 vehicles reflects a 17,3% improvement over March 2025. Brandon Cohen, chairperson of the National Automobile Dealers’...

Intel delivers open, scalable AI performance

MLCommons released its latest MLPerf Inference v6.0 benchmarks, showcasing results across four key benchmarks for Intel’s GPU Systems. Intel’s AI systems featured Intel Xeon 6 CPUs and Intel Arc Pro B70 graphics, demonstrating accessible AI workload solutions across...

Outcome‑focused workflow set to overtake assistive AI

By 2028, over half of all enterprises will stop paying for assistive intelligence (such as copilots and smart advisors) and instead will favor platforms that commit to workflow results, according to Gartner. In this emerging model, humans move from completing work...

AI-driven and omnichannel communication on the rise in SA

In its latest Messaging Trends Report 2026, communications platform Infobip says its 20-year analysis of 3,8-trillion messages reveals a rise of omnichannel and AI-driven communication in South Africa. Drawing on data from 628-billion mobile interactions in 2025 - and...

Europe cautioned to stay ahead in the quantum race

In the second quarter of 2026, Brussels is expected to release the first draft for a Quantum Act, a document that should pave the way for Europe to become the leader in quantum technology. To stand a real chance against the US and China, the bloc must move beyond...

Air passenger numbers were up in February

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for February 2026 global passenger demand with the following highlights: Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was up 6,1% compared to February 2025. Total capacity, measured in...

Positive PMI movement, but geopolitical impact still to come

The seasonally adjusted Absa Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) for March 2026 rose by 1.6 points to 49.0 in March, from 47.4 in February. While the improvement is encouraging, the headline index remained below the neutral 50-point mark, suggesting that the...

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Amazon brings image-based shopping to SA

Amazon has launched Amazon Lens in South Africa, bringing its visual shopping tool to more customers seeking a faster, easier way to shop online. Amazon Lens lets customers shop using images, screenshots, scanning a barcode, or the live camera in the app. Tens of...

Cisco launches new Cisco 360 Partner Program

Cisco has announced the launch of the Cisco 360 Partner Program after fifteen months of co-design with partners. Cisco’s success is built on close collaboration with its partners to meet customer needs in the fast-changing AI world. Now, Cisco is boosting how it...

Dr Mathe to lead TIA

The Technology Innovation Agency (TIA), an entity of the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI), has announced the appointment of Dr Titus Mathe as its CEO, with effect from 1 April 2026. Dr Mathe previously held senior leadership roles at Eskom,...

Emissions cuts matter as much as ore grades

Etienne le Roux, business development manager: mining at Aggreko, examines the value of hybrid microgrids in  resolving costs, energy expectations and climate compliance. Working with mining companies across Africa and other remote regions, Aggreko sees firsthand how...

Schneider Electric partners with McLaren Racing

Schneider Electric will become the Official Energy Technology Partner of McLaren Racing, including the McLaren Mastercard Formula 1 Team, the Arrow McLaren IndyCar Team, McLaren F1 Academy, as well as the McLaren United Autosports WEC Hypercar Team. Schneider and...

Streaming trends to watch in 2026

New formats, viewing behaviours and industry moves are setting the scene for the year ahead, writes Leslie Adams, sales director at Reach Africa. Every new year brings a fresh wave of predictions about where streaming is headed, with experts peering into their crystal...

Over-provisioning is the silent budget killer in IT

In a business environment defined by volatility and the constant pressure to do more with less, South African organisations are leaking capital through a common but often overlooked channel. According to Dominique Yeates, head of product operations at Qwerti,...

Connectivity the essential tool powering learning

As thousands of students return to school with fresh notebooks and new ambitions, reliable connectivity will be essential to sustaining learning and opportunity well beyond the first term. In 2026, high-speed, uncapped internet has become as fundamental as stationery...

MSSPs key to SaaS data resilience in the hybrid workplace

The hybrid workplace has fundamentally reshaped how organisations operate. Businesses now depend on software-as-a-service (SaaS) platforms and cloud-based tools to collaborate, share, and store critical business data. By Nemanja Krstić, operations manager at Galix...

Fintech drives financial wellness through responsible BNPL

As economic pressure mounts and the cost of living continues to rise, South Africans are seeking new ways to balance their monthly budgets without falling deeper into debt. Within this landscape, Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) models are rapidly reshaping how consumers...

Junior Technical Specialist

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Mid-Level Software Developer – Remote Remote

Now find new jobs best matched to your skills!Job Title: Mid-Level Software Developer - Sandton - Retail Management SystemsSalary: R45,000 to R65,000, Negotiable depending on experience.The Opportunity:Joining this leading retail software provider is a smart career...

Full Stack Developer (Advanced) 0197 – Gauteng Pretoria

Job DescriptionDesign, develop, and maintain Java-based applications and services.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.Write and maintain unit, integration,...

Junior Technical Specialist – Gauteng Johannesburg

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IT Support Technician

Now find new jobs best matched to your skills! Job Title: IT Support Technician - Johannesburg - Managed IT ServicesSalary: R20,000 to R35,000, Negotiable depending on experience.The Opportunity:Joining this managed IT services provider is a highly smart career move...

Full Stack Developer (Senior) 2518

Design, develop and maintain backend services and microservices in Java, ensuring high quality andPerformance.Build and operate data pipelines using Lambda, SQS, Step Functions, S3, Glue and Athena.Implement secure access and identity controls using IAM best...

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Design, develop and maintain backend services and microservices in Java, ensuring high quality andPerformance.Build and operate data pipelines using Lambda, SQS, Step Functions, S3, Glue and Athena.Implement secure access and identity controls using IAM best...

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