SA’s key industries come under fire from DDoS attacks

South Africa has become one of the most targeted countries globally for distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks against certain key industries, including financial and computer services. New data from NetScout’s Threat Intelligence Report for the second half of...

With sustained stress, workers turn to escapist behaviours

There has been a steady year‑on‑year rise in addictive behaviours among South African employees, reflecting how prolonged stress is reshaping the ways people cope, escape and self‑manage emotional pressure. Drawn from a five‑year analysis of Lyra Southern Africa’s...

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...

How to harness tech as AI reshapes the economy

International Data Corporation (IDC) has shared key research insights that outline how artificial intelligence is reshaping the global economy, transforming enterprise decision-making, and redefining how organisations build, buy and deploy technology. The research...

How CFOs are turning cost pressure into growth

Combining flexible workspaces with AI is becoming a core financial strategy enabling companies to cut costs without compromising performance, according to new research from IWG. Building on insights from The View from the C-Suite report, IWG says flexible work is no...

Record revenue for global server market

The server market reached a record $125,3-illion dollars in revenue during the fourth quarter of 2025, fueled by the accelerated AI Infrastructure investment path that keep outpacing any geopolitical tensions, according to the International Data Corporation’s...

AI the key driving force for TMT deal activity in 2025

Artificial intelligence (AI) has become the central force reshaping mergers and acquisitions in the technology, media, and telecom (TMT) sector. Global deal value surged 76% in 2025 to $903-billion, with AI-related transactions alone reaching $117-billion. What was...

KadNap botnet has infected 14 000 devices

The Black Lotus Labs team at Lumen has discovered malware, KadNap, that conscripts edge devices into a botnet that proxies malicious traffic. Since August 2025, the team has been monitoring the growth of this network, which is now above 14 000 infected devices....

The clock is ticking for Europe to seize AI leadership

Europe has more artificial intelligence (AI) users than the US. It matches the US for AI talent, and produces as many AI startups every year. And yet, when the world tells the story of AI, Europe barely gets a mention. That is the central paradox of a new report,...

Cisco ekes out WiFi 7 lead in 2025

Cisco’s aggressive WiFi 7 pricing strategy has allowed the company to eke out first place in Indoor AP WiFi 7 revenue share, just ahead of Huawei, according to a new Dell’Oro report. “Cisco’s WiFi 7 adoption has been faster than any of their prior WLAN technology...

SA’s next gen scientists set for Tunisia science festival

Research projects by local young scientists that address real-world challenges in education systems, aviation engineering and artificial intelligence (AI) will be on display at this year’s International Festival of Engineering Science and Technology in Tunisia...

Data and fintech growth push MTN subscribers to 307,2m

MTN delivered a robust 2025 performance, led by led by improved commercial performance from MTN Nigeria and MTN Ghana. The group has grown its customer base by 5,6% to 307,2-million, with active data customers up 9,4% to 172,6-million and Mobile Money (MoMo) monthly...

AI initiatives aim to support air cargo operations

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is advancing the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in air cargo with three initiatives to improve operational efficiency, strengthen safety and compliance, and accelerate innovation across the global air cargo value...

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Producers are paying for everyone else’s compliance

South Africa’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) framework was meant to promote accountability and sustainability. Instead, it’s become a system where many producers unknowingly subsidise competitors, lose oversight of their own budgets, and surrender control to...

Guardz partners with Check Point Software on email security for MSPs

Guardz has announced a new strategic technology partnership with Check Point to embed Harmony Email directly into the Guardz platform. The collaboration enhances Guardz’s AI-native, unified cybersecurity platform with Check Point’s patented, inline API-based email...

Cluttered desktops are a cybersecurity nightmare

Digital hoarding poses a significant and often underestimated cybersecurity risk that extends far beyond a simple productivity issue, argues Anna Collard, senior vice-president of content strategy and CISO advisor at KnowBe4 Africa. Like a garage slowly filling with...

Mukuru and Jumo partner on AI credit solution

Financial services platform Mukuru has partnered with AI-powered banking technology provider Jumo to launch Fast Loan, a scalable, mobile-first credit solution designed to address a critical gap in South Africa’s financial ecosystem. According to TransUnion,...

CMC Networks partners with Bridgepointe Technologies

CMC Networks has partnered with US tech advisory firm Bridgepointe Technologies to connect global enterprises across Africa and the Middle East with AI-powered network infrastructure. Bridgepointe’s enterprise clients will be able to rapidly connect across high-growth...

Vertiv expands liquid cooling portfolio

Vertiv has introduced the Vertiv CoolCenter Immersion cooling system, expanding its global liquid cooling portfolio to support AI and high-performance computing (HPC) environments that are ready to maximise the superior thermal properties of liquid cooling. The system...

Paratus Uganda opens in Kampala

Paratus Group has announced a joint venture with Kampala-based Roke Telkom, to launch Paratus Uganda. Paratus Uganda has been created to consolidate the offerings provided by Roke Telkom in Uganda and by Paratus Group throughout Africa and internationally to create a...

Cisco 360 Partner Program drives reseller profitability

Cisco has announced key elements to the Cisco 360 Partner Program launching on 25 January 2026, co-designed with partners to help accelerate their profitability and deliver greater customer value. With partners expecting AI to drive the majority of their revenue...

Automation Tester at Reverside – Western Cape Cape Town

Reverside is a leading IT services provider delivering high-quality software development, automation, digital transformation, and systems support solutions. We partner with clients across industries to drive innovation, efficiency, and seamless user experiences. We...

BI Analyst (PowerBI) – Gauteng Johannesburg

Understanding of both business, operations and supply chain systems. Ability to read and interpret reports, dashboards, and KPIs. Engaging cross-functional teams. Proficient in handling large data sets, complex queries, and drawing business insights. Gather and...

Junior Software Developer

Our client, a leading BPO company based in Durban, is looking to fill the position of Junior Software Developer (.Net / Java). Purpose of the Role:My client is looking for a Junior Software Developer with strong Java (Spring Boot) skills and some exposure to .NET to...

Junior Software Developer – KwaZulu-Natal Durban Beach Front

Our client, a leading BPO company based in Durban, is looking to fill the position of Junior Software Developer (.Net / Java). Purpose of the Role:My client is looking for a Junior Software Developer with strong Java (Spring Boot) skills and some exposure to .NET to...

Full Stack Developer (Senior) 2818

Job DescriptionConduct requirement analysis and oversee development and maintenance of platform/application.Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality, maintainability, and compliance with best practices.Execute testing and address defect resolution...

Full Stack Developer (Senior) 2818 – Gauteng Pretoria

Job DescriptionConduct requirement analysis and oversee development and maintenance of platform/application.Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality, maintainability, and compliance with best practices.Execute testing and address defect resolution...

Junior Desktop Support Technician at Famous Brands

IntroductionTo provide support to users to enable them to perform their work optimally (network connectivity, desktop & laptop computers and printers) under guidance from Senior Desktop Support Engineers and Team Leaders ensuring service and functionality meets...

Full Stack Developer (Expert) 2264

Job DescriptionDevelopment and maintenance on platform/applicationReview and present proposed system solution to IT Project Manager / Leader and User Management or System ownerDevelop systems solutions in line with quality and delivery requirements.Support and...

Full Stack Developer (Expert) 2264 – Gauteng Pretoria

Job DescriptionDevelopment and maintenance on platform/applicationReview and present proposed system solution to IT Project Manager / Leader and User Management or System ownerDevelop systems solutions in line with quality and delivery requirements.Support and...

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