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​" –...

EU’s Chat Control threatens the most secure messaging apps

Security specialists Surfshark say that its study of popular messaging apps reveals 90% of them use end-to-end encryption. But while some messaging apps are highly committed to user privacy, their efforts might not be sustainable in the long-run. Surfshark says the...

Unlocking the potential of biodegradable circuit boards

Looking to cut down on the electronic waste produced by traditional printed circuit boards (PCBs), engineers from the University of Glasgow and Jiva Materials are collaborating to develop more environmentally friendly, biodegradable boards for use in wireless...

Motorists shift from ownership to usage-based leasing

In fleet management, determining the optimal vehicle replacement cycle is a critical decision that directly impacts operational efficiency, safety, maintenance costs, and cash flow. By Prashanth Bisnath, WesBank national head of sales: fleet management and leasing...

Lower inflation boosts February take-home pay

The real take-home pay, measured in the BankservAfrica’s Take-home Pay Index (BTPI), saw an encouraging rise in February as the sharp slowdown in inflation through 2024 continues to have a positive effect on salary earners’ purchasing power. While supporting...

Big changes ahead for payments industry

There is an urgent need for decisive action to ensure profitable and sustainable long-term growth in the payments industry.Boston Consulting Group (BCG)’s 22nd annual Global Payments Report, titled Fortune Favors the Bold. It emphasises the strategic imperative for...

Massive increase in ransomware attacks

Alarming new findings from NordStellar reveal that ransomware attacks are skyrocketing, causing serious concerns to businesses around the world. Up to 20 March 2025, 2 040 new ransomware cases were made public on the dark web, which marks an 81% increase compared to...

Reset expectations about AI’s impact on productivity and headcount

Despite artificial intelligence’s (AI) promise for enhancing efficiency, many organisations struggle to turn investments in traditional and generative AI (GenAI) into material improvements in worker productivity, according to a survey by Gartner. Gartner's survey of...

Semiconductor Foundry 2.0 enters growth phase

According to IDC’s latest Worldwide Semiconductor Supply Chain Tracking Intelligence report, the global semiconductor market, following a recovery in 2024, is expected to experience steady growth in 2025. The broadly defined Foundry 2.0 market -  encompassing foundry,...

UN agencies move to protect satellite navigation

Increasing incidents of interference with aviation, maritime and other satellite telecommunications services mean states must urgently enhance the protection of a critical radio-frequency band, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), International...

Stablecoins rise to hold 8% of crypto market cap

While crypto investors often seek the thrill of high-risk, high-reward opportunities, many are increasingly turning to stablecoins to weather market volatility. This shift in preferences combined with regulatory clarity, growing institutional interest, and the rise of...

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Put safety first over the festive season

The end-of-year period has earned itself a notorious reputation as the 'silly season' - and for good reason. Insurance claim data is indicative of a trend that sees a noticeable upsurge in motor vehicle accidents and home burglaries over the festive season. For South...

Keep kids safer online this holiday season

With schools about to close for the year, and summer holidays fast approaching, kids around the country will be spending more time online on their mobile phones, chatting with friends, sharing their holiday photos and consuming online entertainment, not to forget the...

Chief restructuring officer for Cell C

Cell C has appointed Brett Copans into a newly-created role of chief restructuring officer. The intention of this role is to ensure the prudent and efficient use of resources and funding allocation to high value opportunities. This is critical to reviewing all major...

Shift to renewable energy must include plans for waste disposal 

As South Africa increasingly looks to renewables to help address the country’s chronic energy crisis, independent power producers must ensure they have the right systems in place to dispose of wind and solar energy and associated storage equipment reaching the end of...

Microsoft, LinkedIn to help 10m people learn digital skills

Microsoft and LinkedIn have announced the next step in the Skills for Jobs programme, providing free access to 350 courses and six new Career Essentials Certificates for six of the most in-demand jobs in the digital economy. The companies will also be offering 50 000...

Your payroll could be the target of the next phishing scam

Phishing scams are on the increase, and could cost your business tens of thousands if you fall victim to one. The scams usually come in the form of emails, and are specifically targeted at the payroll department or the person responsible for paying employees'...

Ukheshe International attracts investment from DPI, Fireball Capital

Ukheshe International has announced the conclusion of an investment agreement that will help accelerate its international expansion. The investment will be led by ADP III, a fund advised by Development Partners International (DPI), an Africa-focused investment firm...

Equity crowdfunding platform raises R6m

Two African businesses have reached their minimum funding goals, raising over R6-million in just six weeks through equity crowdfunding. The fundraise was facilitated by GoGetta, a newly-launched equity-based crowdfunding platform focused exclusively on African...

Digimune announces ViaCarte partnership

Cybersecurity services provider Digimune has signed a cybersecurity services partnership agreement with ViaCarte, a card and payment solution provisioning solution for financial institutions. The partnership, which comes into effect in December, will see a number of...

Power BI Specialist (6 month contract)

Our client is seeking a Power BI Specialist with expertise in developing interactive dashboards, complex data models, and insightful analytics solutions. The successful candidate will have a strong grasp of data visualisation best practices and the ability to work...

Software Engineer / Developer (Ref: 24146) – Gauteng The Willows

Overview An established solar group is seeking a Junior to Mid-Level Software Engineer/Developer to join their innovative team. This role is ideal for a passionate and driven individual who enjoys working with diverse technologies in the renewable energy sector. Key...

Senior Java Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Pretoria

We are looking for a Java Developer with experience in building high-performing, scalable, enterprise-grade applications. It is preferred that the individual be skilled in Angular and Native android development as the team is cross skilled and multi-functional. We are...

Power BI Specialist

Power BI Specialist with expertise in developing interactive dashboards, complex data models, and insightful analytics solutions. The successful candidate will have a strong grasp of data visualisation best practices and the ability to work with multiple data sources....

Senior SQL Developer – 6 month contract

Our client seeking an experienced Senior SQL Developer to design, develop, and optimise high-performance database solutions. The ideal candidate will have technical expertise in SQL Server, complex stored procedures, and database performance tuning, with a proven...

Senior iOS Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

We are looking for an iOS developer with experience in designing, building, and maintaining iOS applications. It is preferred that the individual be skilled in Swift and iOS development as the team is cross skilled and multi-functional. Your duties may include...

Power BI Specialist – Gauteng Sandown

Power BI Specialist with expertise in developing interactive dashboards, complex data models, and insightful analytics solutions. The successful candidate will have a strong grasp of data visualisation best practices and the ability to work with multiple data sources....

Senior SQL Developer – 6 month contract – Gauteng Houghton Estate

Our client seeking an experienced Senior SQL Developer to design, develop, and optimise high-performance database solutions. The ideal candidate will have technical expertise in SQL Server, complex stored procedures, and database performance tuning, with a proven...

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