Brands are back in the phishing spotlight
There has been a significant surge in brand impersonation attacks targeting users’ most trusted digital services, with Microsoft once again the most exploited brand, appearing in 40% of all phishing attempts worldwide – a significant rise that highlights attackers’...
Local healthcare sector ready for AI leap
There is strong optimism among South African healthcare professionals toward artificial intelligence’s (AI) transformative potential, according to the latest Future Health Index (FHI) from Philips. The 2025 report explores how digital innovation and AI can help South...
Xerox buys Lexmark for $1,5bn
Xerox Holdings has reached an agreement to acquire Lexmark International from Ninestar, PAG Asia Capital and Shanghai Shouda Investment Centre in a deal valued at $1,5-billion, including assumed liabilities. The acquisition will enhance Xerox’s core print portfolio...
Ruby the Robot puts in the Xmas shift
While you’re enjoying your roast turkey and plum pudding tomorrow, spare a thought for Rudy the Robot, JLR’s automated colleague who is working hard this Christmas in minus 40-degree conditions to test the durability and quality of JLR vehicle doors. Based at JLR’s...
ACSA says OR Tambo facilities are working
Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has issued a statement to address reports circulating on social media regarding the state of facilities at OR Tambo International Airport (ORTIA), with particular reference to the people movers. “OR Tambo International Airport is a...
Beware of these evolving holiday scams
With the holiday season here, it’s not only a time for magic and celebration but also a prime opportunity for fraudsters to exploit the festive rush for gifts and bargains. Amid the sparkle of year-end celebrations, cybersecurity experts at Kaspersky have identified...
How 2024 reshaped digital assets
The crypto industry in 2024 was marked by new record-breaking highs and a flood of institutional participation fueled by ongoing regulatory progress. Luno shares its 2024 highlights: ETFs and the continued rise of digital assets in traditional portfolios...
Hydrogen startups accelerate clean energy innovations
The global hydrogen market is experiencing rapid growth, fueled by increasing demand for sustainable energy solutions, supportive government policies, and advancements in hydrogen technology. Startups in the sector are addressing critical challenges such as hydrogen...
These were the largest service outages in 2024
Ookla has released its latest analysis on the largest internet outages during the first nine months of 2024. The report, based on Downdetector data, aims to analyse the largest challenges associated with service disruptions, as dependence on digital services...
Campus switch market drops again
According to a recently published report from Dell’Oro Group 3Q 2024 worldwide Ethernet Campus Switch revenues dropped by 24% year-over-year (Y/Y), marking the fourth consecutive quarter of Y/Y contractions. The Americas region dragged down market results, after...
More News Today
Oracle releases Java 17
Oracle has announced the availability of Java 17, which delivers thousands of performance, stability, and security updates, as well as 14 JEPs (JDK Enhancement Proposals). Java 17 is the latest long-term support (LTS) release under Java’s six-month release cadence and...
Harambee Youth Employment Accelerator enters its second decade
Harambee Youth Employment Accelerator, the not-for-profit social enterprise building African solutions for the global challenge of youth unemployment, has announced the appointment of group finance director Kasthuri Soni as its next CEO. Soni will assume the role in...
TransUnion Africa partners with Dun & Bradstreet to boost SME sector
Information and insights provider TransUnion Africa has partnered with global commercial data company Dun & Bradstreet to help African small and mid-sized enterprises (SMEs) access international markets more easily. TransUnion Africa Vice President for Solutions,...
Omnichannel strategy key for retailers to boost sales, deliver a better shopping experience
As consumer behaviour continues to change due to the impact the global COVID-19 pandemic has had both on business and individuals – retailers are increasingly having to position themselves to provide omnichannel services that can meet these evolving digital consumer...
Multi-purpose ViewSonic IFP 50 Series debuts
ViewSonic is a world-leading visual solution provider and specialises in visual display hardware - including liquid-crystal displays, projectors, and interactive whiteboards - as well as digital whiteboarding software. ViewSonic has partnered up with Google Education...
What can I do right now to reduce my environmental impact?
The Arctic is warming twice as fast as the rest of the Earth. As its permafrost ice melts, powerful methane greenhouse gases are released into the atmosphere, which speeds up global warming in an increasingly destructive cycle. Professor Katey Walter Anthony is an...
Africa’s Finclusion raises $20m
African fintech platform Finclusion Group has secured $20-million in a funding round with fintech debt financing provider, Lendable. Finclusion uses advanced proprietary artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms alongside pioneering technology to grant safe financial...
Imperial, Stellenbosch collaborate on healthcare and climate change challenges
Imperial has embarked on a high-level collaboration with Stellenbosch University (SU) to address real-world problems related to healthcare, as well as climate change in Africa. Imperial recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the University to cement...
Is Africa’s energy sector ready for more data centres?
Being able to connect to the internet means opening up all the benefits and possibilities of developed countries to the people of Africa, including essentials like mobile banking, chat and video, and access to e-health and e-education - as a starting point. By Samuel...
Harnessing 5G for SA: benefits and challenges
Fifth-generation (5G) wireless broadband is no longer a future technology - it's here and is already available in limited key metropolitan areas in South Africa. Nitesh Singh, MD: communications, media and technology at Accenture South Africa The country, with its...
Technical Support Agent (Spanish / Italian Cape Town) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:A Germany-headquartered company, driven by innovation and growth, is seeking a Spanish or Italian speaking Technical Support Agent, who will be based onsite in Cape Town the primary contact for customers facing technical issues, providing effective support...
Senior Vision Software Engineer at The Foschini Group
Package & RemunerationJOB DESCRIPTION Job Summary We are seeking an experienced VisionPlus Senior Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in developing, maintaining, and supporting VisionPlus applications. This role requires a...
SAP HCM Consultant at Parvana Recruitment
This is a remote position.About Our Client:Our client is a professional management consultancy and IT services provider, focused on delivering creative and innovative digital solutions. Their client base includes both startups and large corporations, but their mission...
Senior Vision Software Engineer at The Foschini Group – Western Cape Parow East
Package & RemunerationJOB DESCRIPTION Job Summary We are seeking an experienced VisionPlus Senior Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in developing, maintaining, and supporting VisionPlus applications. This role requires a...
SAP HCM Consultant at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
This is a remote position.About Our Client:Our client is a professional management consultancy and IT services provider, focused on delivering creative and innovative digital solutions. Their client base includes both startups and large corporations, but their mission...
Intermediate Android Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Intermediate Android Developer to join our mobile development team. The ideal candidate will have solid experience building Android applications and a good understanding of mobile design principles. You'll play a key role in...
FI/CO ABAP Developer (Pharmaceutical Industry) at Parvana Recruitment
This is a remote position.About our client:Our client is a professional management consultancy and IT services provider, focused on delivering creative and innovative digital solutions. Their client base includes both startups and large corporations, but their mission...
Intermediate Android Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Pretoria
We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Intermediate Android Developer to join our mobile development team. The ideal candidate will have solid experience building Android applications and a good understanding of mobile design principles. You'll play a key role in...
FI/CO ABAP Developer (Pharmaceutical Industry) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
This is a remote position.About our client:Our client is a professional management consultancy and IT services provider, focused on delivering creative and innovative digital solutions. Their client base includes both startups and large corporations, but their mission...
IT Technician
Are you passionate about technology and eager to make a difference?We are looking for a dedicated IT Technician to join our team in Pretoria.EE: OpenResponsibilities:Install, configure and maintain hardware and software components.Identify and resolve technical issues...
View more career listings on our Careers Section