‘A defining opportunity for Africa to leapfrog into the AI era’

The transition from legacy 2G/3G networks to 4G and 5G will act as critical infrastructure for Africa's participation in the AI economy, according to the latest Ericsson Mobility Report: Sub-Saharan Africa, which says AI and uplink-heavy applications are set to...

The growing importance of AI sovereignty

A new global study by the IBM Institute for Business Value finds that as enterprises embed AI deeper into core business operations, most surveyed organisations remain locked into AI systems they cannot easily change - reinforcing the growing importance of AI...

The glue that holds the Sagrada Familia towers together

The construction of the Sagrada Familia’s central towers marks the most complex structural challenge in the basilica’s history. It is also a novel and unexpected use of superglue. An advanced Loctite solution from Henkel has been instrumental in raising the dramatic...

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...

Insurance scams to watch out for …

A recent InfoQuest survey found that 57% of South Africans have been targeted by scams in the past year, indicative of an increasingly sophisticated “scam economy” – and while fraudsters one focused primarily on banking and e-commerce, insurance scams have become a...

‘Just say goodbye’ to scam artists

In recognition of International Fraud Awareness Week (16 to 22 November), the Southern African Fraud Prevention Service (SAFPS) has launched the “Just Say Goodbye” campaign aimed at helping South Africans recognise and respond to increasingly sophisticated...

Staggering number of leaked accounts in SA

Surfshark’s global data breach analysis ranks South Africa as the 27th most breached country in Q1 2025, with a substantial 205 900 leaked accounts. Globally, a total of 68,3-million accounts were breached, with the US ranking first and amounting to 25% of all...

Bitcoin mining profits sink by $900m

The crypto market slowdown hit miners hard, with plunging Bitcoin prices, lowering network activity, and cutting transaction fees erasing hundreds of millions of dollars from their rewards. According to data from CryptoPresales.com, Bitcoin miners earned $3,86-billion...

Steady growth forecast for operational technologies

The global operational technology (OT) market is expected to reach $364,74-billion by 2030 - a CAGR of 9,6% from 2025 to 2030 - according to a new report by Grand View Research. The increased demand for operational technologies (OT) security solutions arises from the...

National Internet governance forum gets underway in Durban

The .za Domain Name Authority (.zadna), in partnership with the Department of Communications and Digital Technologies (DCDT) and the South African Internet Governance multistakeholder committee, will host the 2025 South African Internet Governance Forum (ZAIGF) today...

Local vehicle sales maintain momentum

South Africa’s automotive sector maintained its growth momentum with retail vehicle sales reaching the 42,401-unit mark in April 2025 - an increase of 11,9% over the same period in 2024 - according to the latest report from naamsa | the Automotive Business Council....

Demand for air travel still on the up

There has been a slight uptick in March passenger demand for air travel of 3,3%, according to new data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA). The global body says the highlights of the data include: Total demand, measured in revenue passenger...

AI adoption could reshape Africa’s economy, boost GDP

Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to boost global economic output by up to 15 percentage points, and in Africa by up to 4.9 percentage points, over the next decade. This would effectively add one percentage point to annual growth rates, on par with the...

AI drives record surge in automated cyberattacks

Threat actors are increasingly harnessing automation, commoditised tools, and AI to systematically erode the traditional advantages held by defenders. This is among the findings from FortiGuard Labs’ 2025 Global Threat Landscape Report, which is a snapshot of the...

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Stress is hurting cybersecurity: how can we fix it?

The average tenure of a chief information security officer lasts between one and two years, far less than the six years a chief financial officer or eight years a CEO typically spends at a company. This drastic difference is even more staggering when we add new data...

TCL debuts new technologies at CES

TCL held its CES 2023 press conference today ahead of the annual technology exhibition start. The company revealed newsworthy updates on the latest corporate initiatives, new technology across its display, home appliance and mobile categories. Every year, technology...

Jabra showcases wireless expertise

Jabra is showcasing its extensive true wireless range at CES with the latest additions to its Elite, Evolve and Enhance series. Jabra Elite 5 is the newest product to Jabra's flagship Elite line-up, featuring Hybrid ANC and 6-mic call technology for powerful calls and...

LG display unveils third-generation OLED TV Panel

LG Display will unveil its third-generation OLED TV panel, based on “META Technology” at CES 2023. LG Display's newly-unveiled META Technology comprises a 'Micro Lens Array' that maximizes light emission from the OLED panel and 'META Booster,' a brightness-enhancing...

Storage remains integral to cloud migration

The global hybrid cloud market is expected to top $145-billion by 2026, signifying just how important the approach to combining multiple cloud environments has become to future business operations. But one aspect of the transition to the hybrid cloud that seems to be...

How to become more sustainable in the digital world

The most recent figures show that South Africa produces 7.5 metric tonnes per capita of CO2 emissions annually, even more than the UK (5.2). In fact, the country’s reliance on coal makes it the 14th largest emitter of greenhouse gasses (GHG) on the planet. By Tunde...

Businesses and employees at odds over workplace productivity 

Two-thirds (66%) of global employers believe their organisation is more innovative if employees are in the office, according to research by VMware. Yet this is at odds with how employees feel about where they are most innovative and productive, with 82% of global...

How to give your retail store a competitive edge

By supporting real-time decision-making, combining edge computing with digital signage improves the customer experience and boosts sales. Sarah Moseley, head of vertical solutions and business development, retail and consumer goods at BT, shares her insights on how...

Things to keep in mind about insurtech APIs

The number one challenge insurance companies face today is their ability to innovate at speed. The gap between market opportunities and insurers’ ability to launch products that address those opportunities is particularly difficult to close. This is the word from Louw...

Scrum Master

Guides and coaches the team on the agile framework, methodology and ceremonies. Helps to manage and optimise a continuous flow of work across the team. ResponsibilitiesDevelop and coach an agile team on agile values practices.Facilitate team ceremonies.Identify and...

Intermediate Mobile Application Developer

Mobile App DeveloperAccelerate your mobile development career with us!R 480,000 - R 650,000 per annumJoin a cutting-edge online retailer specializing in pet products, where innovation meets quality. As a Mobile App Developer, you'll have the opportunity to harness...

Software Tester (Remote)

ENVIRONMENT:Our client is seeking an experienced Software Tester to join their cross-functional team working on a groundbreaking AI platform that builds Digital Twins of top experts, enabling organizations to capture, scale, and share critical knowledge. The role...

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...

ServiceNow Technical Architect at Parvana Recruitment

What you will be doing:Define, design, and deliver scalable ServiceNow solutions (ITSM Pro, ITOM [Discovery], HRSD, APM, SPM) for organizational and client needs.Collaborate to gather requirements and translate them into ServiceNow solutions.Establish and enforce...

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...

National Technical Manager

Job Title: National Technical ManagerLocation: Cape Town (National travel required)We are seeking an experienced National Technical Manager to lead and manage a team of technicians across multiple regions. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring...

Business Analyst at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our international 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 (in SA) many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their...

IT Auditor – Remote Remote

Our client is hiring: IT Auditor based in Joburg NorthDuties and Responsibilities:Perform IT audits and reviews to assess compliance, security, and efficiency.Evaluate internal controls and identify weaknesses.Prepare audit findings and recommendations for...

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