Why don’t cancer medicines work the same for everyone?

By Susanna Ray - Cancer treatment has become more precise over time, as doctors first classified the disease by where it began in the body and, more recently, by the mutations found inside cancer cells to help find the right drugs to treat it. But why can two people...

Location data sharing raises privacy risks

Your mobile browsers could be sharing your location data. To understand the extent of location tracking in mobile browsers, cybersecurity firm Surfshark has analysed 15 popular applications and discovered that more than half of them gather location data. Four of them...

It’s official: ‘very strong’ El Nino now likely

NOAA’s National Weather Service has announced that El Nino has developed in the tropical Pacific, and issued an El Nino Advisory. El Nino, the warm phase of the El Nino Southern Oscillation (ENSO), is predicted to intensify to a moderate or strong level this fall....

Study uncovers hidden human cost of online gambling

Nearly three quarters (72%) of South African online gamblers describe themselves as being in control of their gambling – but a new study indicates that the reality might be very different. A national study by Yazi reveals a more troubling reality beneath the...

Call for Science Oscars nominations

The National Science and Technology Forum (NSTF) calls for nominations for the 28th NSTF-South32 Awards. The awards focus on science, engineering and technology (SET) and innovation in South Africa. The NSTF’s theme for 2026 is ‘Healthy Aging’ in recognition of the...

Rebound in tech jobs signals industry growth

Demand for technology professionals in South Africa has bounced back strongly in the second half of 2025, suggesting that the technology sector is turning a corner. Pnet’s Job Market Trends Report for November 2025 shows meaningful signs of recovery for the IT sector...

Mobile device-as-a-service fills enterprise niche

Mobile device-as-a-service (MDaaS) market is rapidly expanding, driven by enterprises' increasing demand for sustainability, flexibility, and comprehensive device management solutions. As organisations prioritise operational efficiency and employee satisfaction, MDaaS...

Applications open for AWS 2025 Generative AI Accelerator

Amazon Web Services (AWS) has opened applications for the third cohort of the AWS Generative AI Accelerator (GAIA), an eight-week global program designed to scale early-stage startups building foundational generative AI technologies. Forty promising startups from...

AI boosts Wimbledon fan engagement

The All England Lawn Tennis Club  and IBM have announced new and enhanced AI-powered digital experiences coming to The Championships, Wimbledon 2025. Making its debut is 'Match Chat', an interactive AI assistant that can answer fans' questions during live singles...

Strong rebound for AR/VR market

The global AR/VR headset market posted a strong rebound in the latest quarter, growing 18,1% year-over-year, according to new data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Augmented and Virtual Reality Headset Tracker. The resurgence was led...

Sun releases strong flare

The Sun emitted a strong flare on Tuesday (17 June 2025). NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory, which watches the Sun constantly, captured an image of the event. The image shows a subset of extreme ultraviolet light that highlights the extremely hot material in flares...

Geopolitics puts focus on data control

There’s been a dramatic rise in concern over data sovereignty across the UK technology sector, with 83% of IT leaders worried that geopolitical developments may affect their ability to control and access their data. According to survey by Civo, 61% of IT...

Manufacturing sector uncertainty persists

The Q2 2025 Absa Manufacturing Survey reveals that uncertainty remains a dominant theme within the manufacturing sector, both domestically and globally. Business confidence declined marginally to 33 points, down from 34 in Q1, an outcome some noted could have been...

Security, capital challenges threaten energy transition gains

Global progress towards secure, equitable and sustainable energy is accelerating after years of sluggish gains, according to a new World Economic Forum report. However, rising geopolitical tensions, investment gaps, and a growing disconnect between clean energy...

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Paratus Botswana completes Gaborone metro fibre ring

Paratus Botswana has completed its new metro fibre ring around Gaborone, providing secured, high-speed connectivity to businesses and individuals in the area. Country MD of Paratus Botswana, Shawn Bruwer says that many of its financial services clients, including...

People at the heart of retail training

The change the retail sector has undergone in the past decade is staggering. Particularly with the global pandemic propelling online shopping to unprecedented heights, retailers have had to adopt an omnichannel approach to meet customer expectations. Staff dare not...

SA consultancy helps Microsoft with zero trust adoption framework

Digital transformation has shifted the emphasis on IT security from being an IT-issue to being a business imperative, and protection of data (and systems) has become increasingly key to all facets of organisations. Microsoft recently released an Adoption Framework for...

Use digital tech to supercharge supply chain ROI

Distribution and logistics companies in Africa face challenging times. Fuel prices are high, inflation is rising, road and rail infrastructure is patchy, and supply chains have yet to settle following years of pandemic disruption. At the same time, consumers and B2B...

Mitigating load shedding with cloud impacts business operations

Load shedding poses significant challenges for businesses, disrupting operations, and hindering productivity. However, the cloud offers a viable solution to mitigate the impacts of power outages. By Garry Ackerman, CEO of Argantic By embracing cloud-based solutions...

Reduce cyber risk with next-gen technology

The attack surface within the cybersecurity landscape is ever expanding and gaining in complexity, meaning that today, the securing and tracking of sensitive data is of the utmost importance - perhaps more than ever before. "In fact, with the introduction of...

HPE helps to reduce IT carbon footprint

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) has previewed a sustainability dashboard on the HPE GreenLake edge-to-cloud platform and a portfolio of sustainability services. The offerings, which span technology, services, financing, and asset upcycling programmes, are designed to...

Africa has technology, innovation to achieve zero hunger

Africa has the necessary partnerships and technologies to eradicate hunger, says African Development Bank president Dr Akinwumi Adesina. What is needed is action including robust financing, Adesina said this week at the 8th Africa Agribusiness and Science Week (AASW)...

TCS in generative AI partnership with Google Cloud

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has announced an expanded partnership with Google Cloud and the launch of its new offering, TCS Generative AI, which leverages Google Cloud's generative AI services, to design and deploy custom-tailored business solutions. TCS has...

SAP Technical Consultant (Chief Expert) 1072 TT

Coordinate and resolve Change Management (CM), Critical Incident Management (CIM), and Incident Management (IM) tickets, ensuring timely closure within defined SLAs.Lead and manage Problem Management (PM) tasks, identifying and addressing underlying issues.Control and...

Business Analyst at Reverside

Company Overview:Reverside is an established IT services provider focused on delivering high-quality Software Development, IT Resourcing, Digital Transformation, and Systems Support solutions. We are always looking for skilled professionals to join our growing team...

BUSINESS ANALYST at Competent Candidates – Gauteng Bryanston

An established company with national footprint within the financial sector is seeking to hire a highly skilled and experienced Business Analyst to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for an professional with strong analytical and problem-solving skills...

SAP Technical Consultant (Chief Expert) 1072 TT – Gauteng Pretoria

Coordinate and resolve Change Management (CM), Critical Incident Management (CIM), and Incident Management (IM) tickets, ensuring timely closure within defined SLAs.Lead and manage Problem Management (PM) tasks, identifying and addressing underlying issues.Control and...

Business Analyst at Reverside – Western Cape Stellenbosch

Company Overview:Reverside is an established IT services provider focused on delivering high-quality Software Development, IT Resourcing, Digital Transformation, and Systems Support solutions. We are always looking for skilled professionals to join our growing team...

Senior Python Developer (Django) (CPT Hybrid)

ENVIRONMENT:SHAPE the technical direction of a Django-based insurance platform of a well-established Financial Services provider seeking a highly skilled Senior Python Developer to join its team. You will help drive this transformation, working on meaningful technical...

Strategic Business Analyst (Contract)

To work with stakeholders throughout the organization to build a holistic view of the organization's strategy, processes, information, and IT assets. The specialist BA links and aligns the business mission, strategy, and processes to the IT strategy. This is...

Full Stack Developer (Expert) 1799 TT

Mentorship and guidance of more junior team members.Willing and able to travel internationally and work with international teams.Develop new user-facing features with a focus on responsive design.Collaborate with other team members and stakeholders.Provide guidance...

Strategic Business Analyst (Contract) – Gauteng Olivedale

To work with stakeholders throughout the organization to build a holistic view of the organization's strategy, processes, information, and IT assets. The specialist BA links and aligns the business mission, strategy, and processes to the IT strategy. This is...

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