Tshwane University of Technology suffered massive data breach after its computer systems were hacked

The Tshwane University of Technology has suspended one of its deputy vice-chancellors after"hundreds of thousands of data records" were accessed and stolen when its computer systems were hacked.

Professor Bhekisipho Twala, who was responsible for the digital transformation portfolio, was placed on precautionary suspension on 26 January, after allegedly failing to deal with and manage the aftermath of the cyber security breach. The incident took place on 17 December 2023, but was only reported to the Information Regulator body on 4 January 2024.South Africans need to be in the know if we want to create a prosperous future. News24 has kept the country informed for 25 years, and we're about to enter a new chapter of fearless journalism. Join our free subscription trial to unlock this story and a world of news aimed to inform, empower, and inspire.

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