Wits attack highlights education sector’s vulnerability
The zero-day cyberattack affecting the Witwatersrand University's Oracle e-business system, reported last weekend, points to a wider systemic vulnerability within the education sector. According to Check Point Software Technologies, education is among the most...
Developing nations’ entrenched debt under the spotlight
The Sevilla Forum on Debt was launched today (22 October) during the 16th United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD16). The new Forum is one of the outcomes of the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4) and was launched as...
Huawei goes green for smart warehouse
Kathy Gibson reports - Huawei has officially opened a green intelligent warehouse in Johannesburg – the first of its kind in Africa. Will Meng, CEO of Huawei South Africa, explains that the smart warehouse, equipped with green power, is the central hub for Huawei in...
US blocks Nvidia AI chip sales in China
The US government has blocked Nvidia from selling some of its artificial intelligence (AI) chips to China – including a chip it engineering specifically to comply with a previous US injunction against providing top-end chips to China. In a new move believing to be...
Identity-based attacks lead the charge
In 2024, threat actors prioritised stealth and efficiency, leveraging simpler techniques rather than custom malware or zero-day vulnerabilities. Notably, identity-based attacks emerged as the dominant threat vector, while ransomware incidents increasingly exploited...
Tariffs push enterprise IT to cloud, AI-driven DX
The US administration’s tariff policies are reshaping global trade dynamics, triggering uncertainty across industries. For the IT services market, this means supply chain disruptions, delayed hardware projects, and cautious enterprise spending. However, amid...
NFC tags pose smartphone risks
More shoppers than ever are using their mobile phone’s electronic wallet as a contactless payment system when buying items, replacing credit cards or electronic ticket smart cards. Smartphones increasingly rely on near field communication (NFC) technology for...
Digitalisation, automation key to boosting air cargo efficiency
Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) is driving forward the agenda of digitalisation and automation in air cargo, calling for streamlined trade processes and smarter infrastructure to enhance global efficiency and competitiveness. This is the word from ACSA CEO Mpumi...
Data centre construction market to hit $456,5bn by 2030
The global data centre construction market size is anticipated to reach $456,5-billion in 2030 and is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 11,8% from 2025 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The market growth is fueled by the increasing demand for...
Cameras help to drive down crime in Hatfield
Vumacam, in conjunction with the Hatfield City Improvement District (CID) in Tshwane, has demonstrated significant steps towards bolstering community safety and security in the area since the partnership began in May 2024. During this time Vumacam has assumed full...
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Why organisations should take the leap to the metaverse
What sound better encapsulates the early 2000s than a dial-up internet tone? That shrill shriek of robotic beeps and high-pitched ringing signalled your entry into the World Wide Web - at that stage, a few basic HTML-coded pages of text and perhaps an image that took...
Start the financial year digitally secure
With phishing, ransomware and other cyberattacks on the rise in South Africa, appropriately budgeting for cybersecurity is a must, as the benefits of having strong measures in place far outweigh the assumed expense of digital security, writes Steve Flynn, sales and...
Temporary employment services support the growth of e-commerce
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Absa notches up African win
Absa Group Procurement has boosted the profile of financial services in Africa by being awarded the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) Ethics Kite Award. With this award, held by only a few entities globally, Absa Group receives recognition via an...
How much protection does cyber insurance give businesses?
As the industry adjusts to increasing levels of cybercrime, insurers are increasing premiums and becoming more strict about whom they will insure. By Dave Russell, vice-president: enterprise strategy at Veeam However, if organisations don't meet even the minimum...
Gain a clear line of dight with data lineage
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Are software licenses a cost centre or cost benefit?
Managing costs and tightly controlling expenditures have become critical concerns for companies but they shouldn't compromise on software licenses in the process, writes Jacob Modisha, senior specialist: licensing advisory at Altron Karabina Accessibility,...
Transforming into a cyber resilient organisation
The premise behind Zero Trust is well-documented. Corporate networks should never blindly trust any device or user. By Ralph Berndt, sales and marketing director at Syrex Instead, the focus is on verifying and authenticating each interaction and communication before...
Will we be able to tell the difference between humans and robots?
The extraordinary arrival of the AI-powered chatbot ChatGPT has been the talk of the digital town, but is it really so good that nobody can tell the difference between man and machine? ChatGPT hurtled to 1-million users in just five days in November 2022. By January...
inDrive raises $150m from General Catalyst
inDrive, which has expanded its footprint in Africa to seven countries, has raised $150-million from General Catalyst in a hybrid instrument to fund marketing spend. This includes user acquisition and retention costs. inDrive will benefit from increased financial...
Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) – Gauteng Braamfontein
Oracle Database Administrator (DBA)We are seeking a skilled and experienced Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) at an intermediate to senior level to manage, secure, and optimize mission-critical Oracle database environments. The ideal candidate will possess deep...
Senior Project Manager (Finance) – Western Cape Cape Town
Senior Project Manager (Finance) Role:The role requires expertise in finance and project management as relates to Financial Consolidation, Financial Planning, and Analytics. The assigned project manager will be broadly responsible for:Generation of Business...
Test Analyst (Intermediate) at Parvana Recruitment
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...
Software Developer (Angular / TypeScript / Python) at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client stands out as a recognised expert in automation technology, earning prestigious accolades for their innovative approach. Through the utilisation of state-of-the-art technology, they have positioned themselves as a prominent figure in global...
Senior Data Engineer (JHB) at Parvana Recruitment
About the client:Our client is a highly successful NPO. The work you will be involved with is highly impactful and am sure will bring joy as well as provide a highly stimulating and fabulous work experience. What you will be doing:Collaborate with stakeholders to...
Junior Business Analyst at Parvana Recruitment
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...
ESG Analyst at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:With a focus on Africa, China, the UK and the US, this global investment firm offers you an opportunity to be involved with a unique approach to responsible investing whilst driving performance and innovation. This client is guided by a philosophy of...
Data Engineer at Parvana Recruitment
This is a remote position.About our client:Our client develops and supports software and data solutions across a variety of industries. They want you to get ahead of the market and stay there. They offer a combination of plug and play products that can be integrated...
API Developer (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client is a leading global payments company who is building on their demonstrated success of transforming the payments landscape. Join this winning team to enhance your career and have a really enjoyable work environment. This client invests...
Configuration Integration Engineer
Our client is looking for an Integration / Configuration Specialist to connect healthcare partners to their integration platform, which manages and orchestrates all data flow between client radiology systems and the organisation's internal systems. The role will focus...
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