Richards Bay school gets ‘high-tech’ computer lab

Richards Bay school gets ‘high-tech’ computer lab

The Department of Home Affairs hands over a computer lab to learners of Umdlamfe Secondary School in Richards Bay. The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) last week opened a computer laboratory at the Umdlamfe Secondary School in Esikhawini, Richards Bay, in partnership with Honor SA. The high-tech computer lab forms part of government’s back-to-school programme,…

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a new edge in network visibility for service providers

a new edge in network visibility for service providers

In today’s hyperconnected world, network performance is inseparable from business performance. For executives responsible for delivering reliable services – especially within complex, multi-tenant, or high-demand environments – ensuring end-to-end visibility across the network is no longer optional. It’s essential. Learn more at www.irisns.com Iris vPoller, when integrated with MPLS (multi-protocol label switching) architectures, offers a…

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Peresoft 2026 release steps up security, adds more features

Peresoft 2026 release steps up security, adds more features

Featuring EFTXpress and RecXpress. Sage partner Peresoft has announced Cashbook Version 2026 with EFTXpress and RecXpress, with scores of new features and a significant focus on security. Cashbook Version 2026, available now, includes a number of enhanced security features developed to mitigate business risk and meet the needs of auditors. Bobby Perel, Managing Director of…

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Netflix is going vertical

Netflix is going vertical

Netflix, the world’s largest streaming service by paying subscribers, has announced a massive overhaul of its mobile app coming in late 2026, with shorts- and reels-style content for phones taking centre stage. The revamp was announced during an investor call for the company’s fourth quarter 2025 results last week. “We’ve been testing vertical video features…

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AdNotes boosts rural matric success: Pass rate surge through digital connectivity

AdNotes boosts rural matric success: Pass rate surge through digital connectivity

AdNotes Pty Ltd and partners outside the newly established Olwandle High School Computer Lab. AdNotes, an award-winning internet service provider (ISP) in South Africa, is transforming education in rural and hard-to-reach areas by bridging the digital divide. With reliable internet connectivity and state-of-the-art computer labs, supported by key partners including the Council for Scientific and…

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Paying ransomware attackers is making companies more vulnerable

Paying ransomware attackers is making companies more vulnerable

By paying ransomware, organisations are leaving themselves open to repeat attacks and long-term business disruption, according to Lloyd Timcke, regional director for Africa and Israel at cybersecurity firm Rubrik. At a cybersecurity event in Johannesburg last week, the company said attackers are increasingly exploiting identity systems such as Active Directory and cloud identity providers, allowing…

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Learning in practice: How KRS is building future-ready developers through in-person bootcamps

Learning in practice: How KRS is building future-ready developers through in-person bootcamps

KRS understands the value of regular face time and collaboration. Software developers are currently working in an environment where frameworks and platforms change all the time, AI tools are becoming part of everyday workflows and learning never really stops. These days, keeping pace isn’t about mastering a single tool, but thinking clearly, adapting quickly and…

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Bolt for Business sees strong growth in SA

Bolt for Business sees strong growth in SA

Bolt for Business expands corporate travel access through Stellr partnership. Bolt for Business recorded year-on-year growth of 38% in South Africa in 2025, driven by increased use of corporate mobility services and the addition of new distribution partners. Launched locally in 2019, the Bolt for Business addition allows organisations to book rides on a large…

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