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Land Bank declines to confirm R50m ransom claim as cyber investigation continues

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The Land and Agricultural Development Bank of South Africa (Land Bank) has declined to confirm or deny reports that cybercriminals demanded a R50 million ransom following a cybersecurity breach last month, saying it will not comment on alleged ransom demands while investigations are ongoing.

This comes after the Land Bank reported a “temporary disruption affecting certain internal IT systems” that occured on 12 January, after which it took offline the affected systems as a precautionary measure to protect its operations and information.

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The Value of a Higher Certificate in Information Technology – and Why Many Students Choose to Study Further

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Technology shapes nearly every industry today – from finance and healthcare to entertainment and engineering. Because digital skills are in such high demand, many students begin their studies with a higher certificate in Information Technology. This introductory qualification helps them build essential computing skills and prepares them for further study.

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SA’s matric IT learners passing but not mastering subjects

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Serious intervention is needed in how SA schools teach specialised IT subjects, if the country is to fully take advantage of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI).

In her results announcement of the matric class of 2025, basic education minister Siviwe Gwarube noted that “quality is measured by what learners can do, and by whether opportunity stays open in gateway subjects”.

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Emerging technologies: Shaping the Future of IT

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Emerging technologies are innovations that are still developing but already showing significant potential to disrupt industries. They include advancements such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, blockchain, cloud computing, cybersecurity solutions, and extended reality. These technologies are not just tools; they are catalysts for change, reshaping the way IT systems are designed, managed, and applied across sectors.

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