Outsourced or hybrid SOCs the most popular choice
Most companies choose to outsource at least part of their security operations centre (SOC), with a significant number adopting SOC-as-a-service (SOCaaS), according to global research by Kaspersky. This strategic move enables organisations to benefit from...
A new way to map species habitat
Research led by scientists at the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) and funded by NASA has been released. The study demonstrates a new method for combining field data, satellite imagery, and expert opinion to visualise the past, present, and future of habitat...
Uptick in unemployment rate
The official unemployment rate was 32,9% in the first quarter of 2025. According to the Quarterly Labout Force Survey for Q1: 2025, there was a decrease of 291 000 in the number of employed people to 16,8-million from 17,1-million in Q4: 2024, while there was an...
Partnering with LEO operators benefits telcos and underserved customers
Airtel Africa is the latest in the line of telecoms operators partnering with LEO (low-earth orbit) operator Starlink to expand its reach and services. The deal was facilitated by parent company Bharti Airtel, which struck its own agreement with Starlink in India in...
Family-favourite brands used in cyberattacks
Ahead of the International Day of Families, observed on May 15, Kaspersky experts analysed cyberthreats that use popular family-focused brands, such as Disney, Lego, Toca Boca and others as bait. The research, based on selected keywords monitoring, revealed a steady...
These are the trends shaping the cloud’s future
Cloud dissatisfaction, AI/machine learning (ML), multicloud, sustainability, digital sovereignty and industry solutions are among the top trends shaping the future of cloud adoption over the next four years, according to Gartner. Joe Rogus, director: advisory at...
First-party fraud now the leading form of attack
There’s been a significant swing in the composition of global fraud attacks, with first-party fraud now the leading type globally, representing a third (36%) of all reported fraud in 2024, up from 15% the year before. This is among the findings from the new LexisNexis...
Q-Kon brings the Outernet to Africa
Q-Kon has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Outernet provider Rivada Space Networks power network expansion and digital transformation across Africa. Q-Kon will leverage Rivada’s Outernet to provide resiliency for specialised data networks across Africa...
Even experienced users fall victim to AI phishing attacks
The evolution of AI is not only affecting various industries, but it has also transformed cybercriminals’ tactics. One alarming trend is the use of AI to enhance phishing scams, refining them, targeting specific individuals, and making these attacks almost impossible...
Data, analytics key to AI strategies
Organisations’ AI strategy and operating model are being driven by chief data and analytics officers (CDAOs) in 70% of cases, according to a new Gartner survey. The Gartner CDAO Agenda Survey for 2025 from September through November 2024 among 504 data and analytics...
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A token approach to ownership
Since 2021, we have seen the rise and rise of NFTs (non-fungible tokens). The NFT boom has been powered by the sale of NFT artwork, the first-ever tweet on Twitter and even popular memes, which have all fetched a pretty penny. Kim Rampersadh, partner at Adams &...
Embracing the era of smart, sustainable, and slick buildings
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Embrace the skills of those born in the cloud
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A new way of selling insurance
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Talent shortage is an existential threat to business
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Key considerations for a career in software development
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The role of tech in building a fit-for-purpose East African economy
Following the easing of lockdown restrictions in East Africa, regional economies have worked hard at making up lost ground and repairing the economic damage wrought by the pandemic. The past year has been marked by a concerted effort at recovery. By Hardeep Sound,...
Satellite broadband key for Africa’s B2B connectivity mix
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RocketNet and Zoom Fibre bring fibre to Saldanha Bay
RocketNet is partnering with Zoom Fibre to roll out high-speed fibre internet in Saldanha Bay as the city lays the foundations for its smart city vision. The Saldanha Bay Municipality put out to tender requesting proposals for laying the cable needed for fibre...
The cable has landed
Following the announcement in February 2021 that African telco Paratus Group, together with Telecom Namibia, had been selected to build the cable landing station (CLS) for the Equiano subsea internet cable in Namibia, the cable been brought ashore. The Equiano subsea...
Full Stack JavaScript Developer (Focus: Testing) – 0628 – Gauteng Pretoria
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Full Stack Developer (Expert) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Full Stack Developer (Expert) – Motor IndustryLocation: Midrand / Menlyn / Rosslyn / Remote (flexible)Work Arrangement: Flexible (1960 hours per 12 months)About the RoleOur clients in the motor industry are seeking an experienced Full Stack Developer to join their...
Technical Architect at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Are you a forward-thinking Technical Architect with a passion for designing and implementing innovative technology solutions? This role offers the chance to work on large-scale, complex systems within a highly skilled team, where you'll drive architecture,...
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Technical Architect at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
Are you a forward-thinking Technical Architect with a passion for designing and implementing innovative technology solutions? This role offers the chance to work on large-scale, complex systems within a highly skilled team, where you'll drive architecture,...
Senior Commercial Analyst at Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd
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Red Ember Recruitment is seeking a detail-oriented and results-driven Commercial Analyst to join our client's dynamic team in Kempton Park, Gauteng. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in evaluating commercial vehicle dealers, assessing financial and...
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Senior Java Integration Developer at Datonomy Solutions
We are looking for an exceptional Java developer to design and build integration services and applications using the organisation's Framework. You will work on challenging projects in a fast-paced banking environment, contributing across the full development...
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