Employees’ convenience culture puts companies at risks
The drive for employee convenience in hybrid work environments is creating a significant security liability for South African businesses. New research from Cisco shows that 75% of organisations are facing heightened cybersecurity risks from unmanaged devices...
Fraud prevention APIs taking off, but diversification is needed
Operator revenue from authentication and fraud prevention network APIs will grow from $252-million in 2025 to $4,9-billion in 2030, according to a new study by Juniper Research. “Fraud prevention APIs provide the greatest opportunity in the short term; accounting for...
African Space Agency launches in Cairo
The African Space Agency (AfSA) has officially launched. AfSA is the second regional space agency after the European Space Agency (ESA) and has been in development since 2015, with the African Union Commission adopting an African space policy and strategy in 2016....
WAPAloza 2025 spotlights ‘wireless without limits’
The Wireless Access Providers Association (WAPA) announces that its WAPAloza event for the wireless, fibre and satellite connectivity ecosystem is schedule to take place on 23 to 25 June at the Misty Hills Hotel and Conference Centre in Muldersdrift, Johannesburg....
Interledger opens grant applications for Higher Education
The Interledger Foundation, a US-based non-profit organisation fostering global digital financial inclusion through Open Payments, has opened its 2025 NextGen Higher Education programme, with applications for grants of up to $50 000 (about R950,000) accepted until 3...
Uncertainty about VAT hikes no excuse for inaction
Despite rumours of a potential reversal on the proposed VAT increase, businesses in South Africa must prepare for an increase from 15% to 15,5%, effective 1 May 2025. By Shaheed Patel, senior tax consultant at CMS South Africa With Parliament only set to adopt the...
Google continues positive momentum in team collaboration
As part of Google Cloud Next ’25, Google has explored enhancements coming to Google Workspace, its team collaboration platform. The enhancements are fueled by Gemini, Google’s most capable set of large language models (LLMs) ever. They incorporate both generative AI...
Large-scale credential theft escalates
Cybercriminals continue to pivot to stealthier tactics, with lower-profile credential theft spiking, while ransomware attacks on enterprises declined, according to IBM’s newly-released 2025 X-Force Threat Intelligence Index. IBM X-Force observed an 84% increase in...
CATL hints at improved battery technology
Chinese battery manufacturer CATL has announced that it’s working on new technology that would reduce the cost of electric vehicles, while improving their performance. The company aims to produce batteries that are cheaper, lighter and more cold-resistant, with...
Tech to the rescue for near-extinct bears
Biodiversity conservation and human-wildlife co-existence are key priorities for the team at Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise National Park, in the Apennine Mountains of Italy, where the Marsican brown bear is among the park’s residents. To protect and preserve the bear – a...
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What is a data breach and how can you protect against it?
You may not be able to prevent a data breach from happening, but you can take steps to safeguard your personal information and minimise the risk of identity theft. By Gary Allemann, MD of Master Data Management Data breaches have become an increasingly common...
Creating intelligence in the oil and gas industry
The oil and gas industry plays a major role in the global economy and has in recent years come under increasing pressure to meet sustainability targets while still maintaining high levels of operations and lowering the end-to-end lifecycle costs of its assets. By...
A new kind of leader is needed
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The importance of being an empathetic SME leader
For decades, IQ (intelligence quotient) was the ultimate sign of a competent employee and capable business leader. Today, in a climate characterised by uncertainty, rising economic pressure, changing social ideals and political turbulence, more businesses are...
Stakeholder ecosystem could drive ambitious agenda for African youth
With the world's youngest and fastest-growing populations, African countries are changing rapidly. The next generation is essential to the continent's future and to global shared interests in creating a safer, healthier and more prosperous future for us all. By Moses...
Metaverse helps bring water to Africa
African metaverse Africarare has joined forces with non-profit organisation Innovation Africa to help deliver clean drinking water to people across the continent. The partnership seeks to empower rural communities by providing access to clean water and light, using...
Ongoing power crisis threatens 5G rollout
The South African telecommunications industry is currently in a state of flux, writes Paul Colmer, exco member at Wireless Access Provider's Association (WAPA). On the one hand, 5G network rollouts are gathering pace, with the latest news that Nokia has won a major...
Why equal opportunities are no longer enough
Even though things have changed, women still earn much less than men and are underrepresented in the workforce. In fact, just 25% of top management in the public and private sectors are women, according to a South Africa Women in Business Trends report and, according...
The power of biometrics
Biometric identification is nothing new. It has literally become a fabric of our everyday routine, with most of us having things like fingerprint recognition readily accessible on our mobile phone to stop others from accessing our device. In the corporate world...
Conquer the biggest cloud adoption challenges with an effective strategy
As CIOs turn to the cloud to help streamline performance across key areas of operations, knowing exactly how to conquer the biggest cloud adoption challenges is more important than ever before, writes Marilyn Moodley, country leader for South Africa and WECA (West,...
Junior Developer – Western Cape Cape Town CBD
About Our Client Our client is a forward-thinking company based in Cape Town, operating at the intersection of technology, commercial, and operational excellence. They provide innovative solutions and take pride in nurturing young talent to grow into future leaders....
Senior Oracle Developer
My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for a Senior Oracle Developer to join them in a permanent role. IT / Finance Responsibilities Implement high-quality software solutions that meet business needsImprove existing systems and optimise code for innovation...
Senior Agile Project Manager (Contract)
Purpose:Lead and manage enterprise-wide agile software projects, ensuring alignment with business strategy. Oversee planning, execution, stakeholder engagement, and delivery while promoting agile best practices and continuous improvement.Key Responsibilities:Implement...
Senior Oracle Developer – Western Cape Kuils River NU
My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for a Senior Oracle Developer to join them in a permanent role. IT / Finance Responsibilities Implement high-quality software solutions that meet business needsImprove existing systems and optimise code for innovation...
Senior Agile Project Manager (Contract) – Gauteng Randburg
Purpose:Lead and manage enterprise-wide agile software projects, ensuring alignment with business strategy. Oversee planning, execution, stakeholder engagement, and delivery while promoting agile best practices and continuous improvement.Key Responsibilities:Implement...
Senior C# Developer
My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for a Senior C# Developer to join them in on a permanent role. IT / Finance Responsibilities Database design and developmentUser interface design and developmentSoftware development and unit testingWriting technical...
XR Simulation Developer – (Freelance – 3 month – 12 months) (JHB)
ENVIRONMENT:Our client, a pioneering EdTech startup revolutionizing STEM education through cutting-edge technology, is seeking a skilled XR Simulation Developer to lead the immersive development of their AVR Content Development Project. In this role, you'll be...
Senior C# Developer – Western Cape Kuils River NU
My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for a Senior C# Developer to join them in on a permanent role. IT / Finance Responsibilities Database design and developmentUser interface design and developmentSoftware development and unit testingWriting technical...
XR Simulation Developer – (Freelance – 3 month – 12 months) (JHB) – Gauteng Johannesburg
ENVIRONMENT:Our client, a pioneering EdTech startup revolutionizing STEM education through cutting-edge technology, is seeking a skilled XR Simulation Developer to lead the immersive development of their AVR Content Development Project. In this role, you'll be...
Data Analyst (12 months Contract – Wits NICD)
Background: The National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD) is a major global player in infectious disease intelligenceThe NICD is a source of knowledge and expertise in regionally relevant communicable diseases to the South African Government, SADC countries,...
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