Africa is still cybercriminals’ favourite target
Africa is once again the most targeted global region for cyberattacks, according to Check Point’s September Threat Intelligence Report, with an average of 2 902 attacks per organisation per week. Telecommunications, government, and consumer goods and services led in...
Major airlines used in latest email scam
Kaspersky researchers have uncovered a surge in scam emails where attackers impersonate major airlines and airports - including Amsterdam Schiphol, Lufthansa, Emirates Airlines, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and others - to trick businesses into engaging in fraudulent...
Mission 300 aims to light up Africa
In a continent where millions of homes are still shrouded in darkness each night, a groundbreaking initiative is sparking hope. This week, African and global changemakers will converge in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, for the inaugural Africa Heads of State Energy Summit,...
SA a rising power in 2025 iGaming trends
The global iGaming Trends 2025 Report has identified South Africa as a critical growth market within the continent’s expanding sector. Published by SoftSwiss, a leading international tech company developing software for the entertainment industry, the report leverages...
Is this the start of a ‘crypto arms race’?
The Trump administration’s exploration of the creation of a national Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (SBR) could signal the dawn of a global “crypto arms race”. The prediction from the deVere Group CEO Nigel Green comes after President Donald Trump announced that his...
Meta ups the infrastructure stakes with $65bn investment
Meta Platforms CEO Mark Zuckerberg has announced that the company plans to spend up invest in artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure to the tune of $65 billion this year. Part of this investment will include more AI hires and a new 2-Gigawatt data centre....
DTI attempts to allay Empowerment Fund fears
The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic) says the new R100-billion Transformation Fund is not a new tax, but rather a way of facilitating existing broad-based black economic empowerment (B-BBEE) commitments. In a statement, the DTI says the...
World leaders outline bold visions for the future
US President Donald Trump outlined his strategy to bolster the US economy and “unleash” investment in a wide-ranging speech via live video link to around 3 000 global leaders at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos. The newly inaugurated president pledged...
Icasa approves transfer of Cell C licences
Cell C has obtained Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (Icasa) approval to transfer control of the relevant telecommunications licences that it holds to Blue Label subsidiary The Prepaid Company. Although the licences will continue to be held by Cell...
UP hosts new Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution
The World Economic Forum is set to launch four new Centres for the Fourth Industrial Revolution (C4IR), including C4IR South Africa at the University of Pretoria (UP). The newly-announced Centres in Pretoria, Muscat (Oman), Riyadh (Saudi Arabia) and Uttar Pradesh...
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Airtel Business Africa and Avaya in African partnership
Airtel Africa and its B2B provider Airtel Business Africa have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Avaya Holdings to better equip organisations across the continent to deliver effortless customer and employee experiences by providing customer control and...
The definitive data centre
The right data centre investment will create opportunity for any business, creating space for the connected economy and world-class service, suggests Conrad Kock, principal practice head: intelligent infrastructure at Dimension Data. The data centre is defined by its...
Reducing your risk and recovering from ransomware
Cybercrime has evolved into a multi-trillion dollar industry, and the statistics around it are disturbing. By Kate Mollett, regional director of Commvault Africa Cybersecurity Ventures anticipates cybercrime to cost the world $10.5 trillion annually by 2025, up from...
Fintech trends that are changing the face of payments in emerging markets
Last year saw an unprecedented rate of change in the financial sector, with huge growth in the use of digital financial services. Mark Dankworth, president: business development Africa at Ukheshe, shares his thoughts on how mobile money, cross-border payments and 'buy...
On-demand economy booms
There's no doubt that Covid-19 expedited the rise in e-commerce and lead to the now-near institution of the home economy. By Antonio Bruni, CEO and founder of Picup And, while the pandemic comes under control with an almost complete relaxation of restrictions, the...
What are the benefits of SD-WAN?
The Covid-19 crisis has accelerated digital transformation initiatives to offer an improved customer experience and personalised services, all while tackling increasingly sophisticated cybersecurity threats. By Mandy Duncan, Aruba country manager South Africa More...
Digitally-enabled positions offer hope to SA’s youth
The rapidly growing digital economy provides hope for a career for South Africa's youth, but partnerships between NPOs and the private sector are needed to give them a 'hand up', writes Lizelle Strydom, MD of CareerBox. The growth in digitally-enabled jobs has the...
A seismic shift in driving modern employee experiences
There's a new kid on the block. Born as a result of the fast-paced digital transformation and the flexible, remote working models that's come about in the last 18-24 months - and it's changing the face of the future of work as we know it. By Haidi Nossair, senior...
AI helps to combat persistent financial crime risk
Prior to the disruption caused by the pandemic over the past two years, fraud cost businesses more than $5-trillion annually. By Andrew Sangweni, business solutions manager: fraud and financial crime at SAS in South Africa But an increasingly distributed workforce...
Pillars of a well-architected framework
Regardless of the individual technologies, cloud strategies, or data-driven insights that have become key for today's organisational success, a well-architected framework is the foundation on which any IT environment must be built. By Constant Kannenberg, solutions...
IOS Developer – Gauteng Randburg
ENVIRONMENT:A leading Security Solutions provider in Johannesburg is seeking a highly experienced and skilled Senior iOS Developer to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Swift and SwiftUI and a proven track record of delivering...
QA Automation Engineer
Job Title: QA Automation Engineer - Insurance Software Location: Epsom Downs, Johannesburg, South Africa (Hybrid) About Us: We are a well-funded, cutting-edge fintech startup operating in the United States insurance software industry. We leverage innovative...
Senior Python Engineer (JHB Hybrid)
ENVIRONMENT:THE coding expertise of a Senior Python Developer is sought by an innovative provider of advanced Financial Security Services in Joburg to join its team. Your role will entail developing public-facing web apps for data visualization and consumption using...
Intermediate Software Developer – Java
Intermediate Software DeveloperThe Intermediate Software Developer will be responsible for the development, enhancement, and support of front-office applications. This role focuses on delivering robust, scalable, and high-performance software solutions using modern...
QA Automation Engineer – Gauteng Epsom Downs
Job Title: QA Automation Engineer - Insurance Software Location: Epsom Downs, Johannesburg, South Africa (Hybrid) About Us: We are a well-funded, cutting-edge fintech startup operating in the United States insurance software industry. We leverage innovative...
Senior Python Engineer (JHB Hybrid) – Gauteng Sandton
ENVIRONMENT:THE coding expertise of a Senior Python Developer is sought by an innovative provider of advanced Financial Security Services in Joburg to join its team. Your role will entail developing public-facing web apps for data visualization and consumption using...
Intermediate Software Developer – Java – Gauteng Braamfontein
Intermediate Software DeveloperThe Intermediate Software Developer will be responsible for the development, enhancement, and support of front-office applications. This role focuses on delivering robust, scalable, and high-performance software solutions using modern...
Technical Support Manager
Hire Resolve is working with a leading innovator in the renewable energy sector to find a Technical Support Manager with a strong electrical engineering background and a passion for solar technology, to join their team in Benoni, Gauteng. If you're looking for a...
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Our client is recruiting for a highly skilled Business Process Analyst (Marketplace Finance) to join their dynamic and fast-paced team. This critical role is focused on optimizing financial workflows, enhancing visibility and controls, and supporting scalable growth...
PHP Developer
ENVIRONMENT: Our client seeks a PHP Software Developer to join their team in Cape Town. They are a dynamic Software Development company specializing in bespoke software solutions, architecture consulting, and systems integration. The ideal candidate will have a solid...
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