Swift action needed to unlock AI’s $1trn opportunity for Africa

The African Development Bank has released a report establishing a strategic roadmap for unlocking the economic and social potential of artificial intelligence (AI) across Africa. Developed under the G20 Digital Transformation Working Group, Africa’s AI Productivity...

AI, geopolitics reshaping the future of global energy markets

S&P Global Energy has released its Top Trends report identifying the pivotal developments shaping clean energy technology, sustainability, and growth in global energy markets in 2026. "In 2026, AI's surging power demand growth will be testing grid limits, revenue...

Global IT market on course for its best year since 1996

Worldwide spending on IT – including hardware, software and IT services - is on course to post an increase of 14% in 2025, representing the fastest year of growth since 1996 when the launch of Windows 95, expanding PC usage and Internet adoption were the primary...

Despite slowing momentum, global trade to hit record $35trn

Global trade is on course to exceed $35-trillion in 2025 for the first time, according to UNCTAD’s final Global Trade Update of the year. The new data confirm that trade continued expanding through the second half of 2025, even as geopolitical tensions, higher costs...

IT leaders worry about cybersecurity threats, AI disruptions

Cybersecurity threats and the impact of AI maturity and regulation are the two most significant disruptors facing the industry in the coming year. This is the headline finding from a Veeam Software poll of 250 senior IT and business decision-makers conducted worldwide...

These are the top priorities for CFOs in 2026

Chief financial officers (CFOs) are grappling with a tension between short-term cost-cutting imperatives and long-term growth investments for their 2026 top priorities and challenges, according to a survey by Gartner. “CFOs are navigating a complex, volatile...

SA’s mobile service revenue to register just 1,1% CAGR

South Africa’s mobile services market is set to register a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1,1% from $7,1-billion in 2025 to $7,5-billion in 2030. While traditional voice revenues continue to erode, sustained growth in mobile broadband, expanding LTE footprints,...

Tariffs drive Black Friday demand down for SME exporters

New US tariffs killed the Black Friday peak small South African exporters would normally expect in November, according to data from the SME Export Index. Craig Lowman, CEO and co-founder of South African international shipping platform TUNL, says: “In a normal year,...

Trends shaping SA’s food security

South Africa’s food retail and wholesale sector is one of the country’s most dynamic industries, directly linked to household consumption, employment, and food security. It reflects both the opportunities and pressures shaping the economy in 2025 and beyond. These...

Global energy outages on the rise

As extreme weather events, such as wildfires, hurricanes, and floods intensify around the world, already stressed energy grids are struggling to keep up, leading to a growing number of power outages globally. The energy comparison experts at iSelect have compiled the...

Nvidia’s H200 exports to China could reshape AI investment

The decision by the Trump administration to allow Nvidia to export its advanced H200 artificial intelligence (AI) chips to approved customers in China represents a material shift in the global AI investment environment. This is according to Nigel Green, CEO of deVere...

Is AI choosing your Xmas gifts this year?

While artificial intelligence (AI) has become a regular part of the business environment, home assistance, and everyday consumer experiences, not many would have expected AI tools to transform holiday shopping. However, a rising number of consumers are now embracing...

Financial sector came under sustained attack in 2026

The 2025 Kaspersky Security Bulletin provides a review of the major cybersecurity trends of the year and offers a look towards the future of cybersecurity, including within the financial sector.  According to the report, in 2025, the financial sector navigated a...

Call for Science Oscars nominations

The National Science and Technology Forum (NSTF) calls for nominations for the 28th NSTF-South32 Awards. The awards focus on science, engineering and technology (SET) and innovation in South Africa. The NSTF’s theme for 2026 is ‘Healthy Aging’ in recognition of the...

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Dear modern telcos, your legacy BSS could be holding you back

According to a recent Capgemini report, more than 70% of telecom operators understand that legacy systems are a barrier to digital transformation and hinder the delivery of efficient, personalised services to customers. By Damian Burnett, sales director at VAS-X While...

Self-service analytics without governance is a ticking time bomb

Self-service analytics promises speed and scale, but without strong governance and data literacy, it can just as quickly produce misleading dashboards, policy breaches, and poor decisions. That is according to Nathi Dube, director: PBT Innovation at PBT Group, who...

Kazang, TymeBank expand access to working capital for tavern owners

Kazang, the prepaid value-added services (VAS) and card acquiring business within JSE-listed fintech Lesaka Technologies, has partnered with South Africa’s leading digital bank, TymeBank, to provide flexible working capital advances to licensed taverns and liquor...

Nokia and Airtel Madagascar aim to bridge the digital divide

Airtel Madagascar, in partnership with Nokia, has launched the country’s first fully off-grid Rural Connect sites, marking a major milestone in extending mobile connectivity to underserved communities. Leveraging Nokia’s Rural Connect solution, which combines AirScale...

Access Bank outlines vision for the future of African banking

At the recent Bloomberg Africa Business Summit, some of the continent’s most influential banking leaders convened to address a defining question for Africa’s economic trajectory: How can the continent sustainably fund its own growth in an increasingly interconnected...

NEC XON connects Africa’s remote industries

Across Africa’s ports, mines and energy corridors, the race to modernise operations is being slowed by one persistent obstacle: unreliable connectivity. NEC XON’s new high-performance outdoor wireless solution aims to change that, combining satellite, wireless...

Vertiv unveils next-gen DC power system

Vertiv has introduced the Vertiv PowerDirect 7100 Energy, a hybrid-ready DC power system developed to enable telecom and edge operators to strengthen network reliability and accelerate energy transition strategies. The system delivers scalable power with intelligent...

The deepfake threat targeting SA banks

Financial crime losses in South Africa’s banking sector have dropped sharply, from R3,3-billion in 2023 to R2,7-billion in 2024, thanks to improved prevention and detection measures – but experts warn that these figures may be misleading. While overall losses have...

Concern grows over cyber and smart contract risks

Institutional investors and wealth managers are concerned about the cyber and smart contract risks of blockchain-based lending and are increasingly turning to third-party insurance. New global research from Brava Finance found that 20% of respondents believe...

Is AI making mistakes? Or are you just a bad AI manager?

In the rush to harness artificial intelligence (AI) for business efficiency, some users are pointing fingers at the technology when results fall short. But what if the real culprit isn't AI, but the user? AI integration specialist ET Artificial Intelligence...

Project Manager – Gauteng Midrand

?? Now Hiring: Project Manager – IT- Permanent | Midrand Are you a proactive, detail-driven Project Manager with a passion for delivering technology projects that truly make an impact? Our client in the FMCG industry is looking for a dynamic Project Manager: IT to...

Technical analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg

The technical Analyst will work closely with business analysts and support development by doing system analysis on incidents, problems, and IT projects.Key responsibilitiesTechnical Facilitate development for technical requirements using relevant framework and...

IT Infrastructure and Network Engineer (DBN Hybrid) (26529)

ENVIRONMENT:PLAY a pivotal role in providing technical leadership and guidance to ensure the alignment of strategies and services as the next IT Infrastructure and Network Engineer sought by a cutting-edge Tech company in Durban. You will oversee high-impact, complex,...

Digital Implementation Specialist (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client is a global leader in digital marketing and client reporting solutions, empowering financial professionals to enhance investor engagement and retention. With operations spanning four continents, they are rapidly expanding their team...

Cloud Data Platform Support Engineer

Role OverviewThe Cloud Data Platform Support Engineer is responsible for ensuring the reliability, performance, and stability of a cloud-hosted data platform built primarily on Microsoft Azure, with plans to expand into additional cloud environments. This role focuses...

Junior Data Analyst

A retail and online sports betting and gaming operator is seeking a Junior Data Analyst, who will collect, analyze, and interpret data to generate actionable business insights, to join their team in Cape Town.Responsibilities:Performing statistical analysis and data...

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