Steady growth puts digital trade firmly on the map

New experimental estimates show that digital trade is increasing significantly across the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) in 2023, underscoring the importance of digital technologies in shaping international trade. Up to now, much of the...

Geopolitics creates inflationary pressures for SA

As the Middle East moves towards a fragile lull in hostilities, the economic shock caused by the conflict – supply chains perturbation, inflation etc - is already spreading to the global economy with oil-importing economies such as South Africa particularly exposed to...

Credit trends diverge as consumers navigate affordability

South African consumers are reshaping how they access and use credit as affordability pressures persist, according to TransUnion’s Q1 2026 South Africa Industry Insights Report. The report’s findings show that credit demand remained resilient, but diverging risk...

Small fibre operators outshine giants in ISPA survey

ISPA's Perception Survey gauges ISPs’ perceptions of fibre network operator (FNO) performance across a range of metrics - and the most recent results reveal smaller FNOs are outshining the established competition. South Africa’s official internet Industry...

INX-ZA future-proofs Internet connectivity in SA

INX-ZA, the Internet exchange point division of the Internet Service Provider Association (ISPA), has appointed Nokia to modernise its exchange infrastructure to offer new 400GE and expanded 100GE services to its customers across the country. As a result, it says,...

GReAT uncovers new Trojan GodRAT

Kaspersky’s Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) has uncovered GodRAT - a new Remote Access Trojan distributed via malicious screensaver files disguised as financial documents and that were delivered through Skype messenger up until March 2025 - and subsequently...

Finding a balance for GenAI usage now a business imperative

Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools are quickly becoming mainstream in the modern work environment fulfilling a range of professional tasks from drafting a report to analysing spreadsheets. A global Kaspersky survey found that 95% of C-suite respondents...

Monitor market continues to recover

The global PC monitor market ended the second quarter of 2024 with 5,9% growth in unit shipments compared to the same quarter a year ago, marking the third consecutive quarter where YoY growth was positive and indicating a recovery of the market, according to IDC’s...

Epson sets up new regional operations

Epson Middle East FZCO has been set up as a new sales company headquartered in Dubai, serving the Middle East, Türkiye, Africa, and Central & West Asia (META-CWA) region. The company will offer Epson’s printing, scanning, visual display, manufacturing and...

Emerging markets drive smart home growth

Global shipments of smart home devices are set to stall once again in 2024 as volume remains flat with 0,6% growth to 892,3-million devices, according to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Smart Home Device Tracker. High penetration and long...

Google on the hunt for 15 black-owned SA startups

Applications for the Google for Startups Accelerator Africa: Black Founders programme are now open to black-owned startups in South Africa. The company says the fund is indicative of its commitment to supporting startups in South Africa and recognising the important...

Inclusive participation key for African growth

The Global Africa Business Initiative (GABI) event wrapped up last week (26 September 2024) in New York, themed: “Unstoppable Africa: Shaping Global Ambitions for Agenda 2063”. The summit emphasised inclusive participation and solution-driven solutions, culminating in...

Positive sentiment creeping into new vehicle market

While the country welcomed the cut in interest rates during September, it wasn’t enough to stimulate new vehicle sales during the month. According to data released by naamsa | the Automotive Business Council, the South African new vehicle market declined 4,1%...

Industrial printer market remains flat

Worldwide shipments of industrial printers grew a modest 0,1% YoY in the second quarter of 2024 (2Q24), according to IDC’s Worldwide Quarterly Industrial Printer Tracker. However, the market saw shipment growth of 1% compared to the first quarter of 2024. "While the...

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TES partners with AST Recycling

South African recycler AST Recycling has been selected as the local provider of IT asset disposition (ITAD) and IT asset recycling services for TES, which provides these services for a large number of global clients. The company approached AST Recycling, because of...

Containerisation is key for businesses needing to do more with less

At a time when economic pressures are forcing businesses to sweat their IT assets and do more with less, container technology and Kubernetes can be instrumental. By Modeen Malick, senior systems engineer at Commvault South Africa Achieving what is needed can be done...

Infusing customer insights into your business

In today's increasingly digital world, data-driven customer analytics have become the heartbeat of modern businesses. By James Bayhack, sub-Saharan Africa director at CM.com More customers are engaging with businesses through digital channels and continued advances in...

Fintech steps in where government and banks fail SMEs

Fintech has stepped in where most others have failed, providing small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with the support they need to scale and create jobs, while simultaneously making funding possible for micro-enterprises that have previously been excluded by mainstream...

Staying safe with tap and go

As the world struggles through a global pandemic that has, through the manner of its transmission, severely constrained human contact, so new ways have been found to do what we usually do - but without touching strange surfaces any more than we have to. Is it then any...

The evolution towards continuous underwriting

One of the next-generation practices that insurers are looking to adopt to further differentiate themselves and add value to the customer experience is that of continuous underwriting. Kelly Preston, data analytics manager at SilverBridge Holdings Essentially, this...

DiData acquires Acacia Cloud Solutions

Dimension Data has announced its acquisition of Acacia Cloud Solutions, a cloud implementation partner with AWS expertise. The acquisition will expand Dimension Data's AWS capabilities and provide its clients with innovative cloud managed services solutions that...

Tips on how to bid better

There is no getting away from the fact that auctions are among the most exciting forms of commerce. The thrill of bidding - and winning - goods people have set their hearts on cannot be beaten. Physical, or in-person auctions, also bring a carnival-like atmosphere to...

Business success comes down to CX

Even though modern technology is introducing new capabilities for organisations looking to adapt to evolving customer needs, the human element should never be forgotten. By Nick Bell, Group CEO of Decision Inc Whether it is a business-to-business or...

Compliant call recording unlocks business benefits

While almost everyone has heard the phrase: "This call may be recorded for quality control purposes," while waiting to speak to a business service representative or call centre operator, businesses are starting to appreciate that the effective and compliant recording...

Data Technologist at Financial Intelligence Centre – Gauteng Pretoria

JOB PURPOSE Source, gather, scope and map of statistical and visual/spatial information to respond to the operational data needs of the organisation. KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS • Data Engagement and Requirements Analysis • Engage with business teams to understand project...

Senior Support Engineer (VMware) (CPT) – Western Cape Century City

ENVIRONMENT:PROVIDE virtualisation infrastructure support as your technical expertise as a Senior Support Engineer is sought by a dynamic Internet Service & Network Specialist. You will serve as the VMware Support Specialist while providing proactive analysis of...

Senior Software Tester

SOFTWARE TESTER ( SQA)Leverage your skill and passion for AI in TestingR 500 000 - R 760 000Passionate about innovation, automation, and AI-driven solutions? We're looking for a Software Tester who thrives in a dynamic environment and is eager to shape the future of...

Senior Game Developer

We're seeking a highly skilled Senior Game Developer to join one of our clients dynamic team! If you're passionate about creating immersive gaming experiences, leading projects, and innovating with cutting-edge technology, we want to hear from you. Bring your...

Senior Software Tester – Gauteng Sandton

SOFTWARE TESTER ( SQA)Leverage your skill and passion for AI in TestingR 500 000 - R 760 000Passionate about innovation, automation, and AI-driven solutions? We're looking for a Software Tester who thrives in a dynamic environment and is eager to shape the future of...

Senior Game Developer – Western Cape Cape Town Region

We're seeking a highly skilled Senior Game Developer to join one of our clients dynamic team! If you're passionate about creating immersive gaming experiences, leading projects, and innovating with cutting-edge technology, we want to hear from you. Bring your...

Intermediate C#.Net Developer

Hire Resolve's client is seeking an Intermediate Developer who has experience and proficiency withy C# and .Net.Responsibilities:Program in C#Work with Microsoft SQLUtilize JavaScript (experience with Angular, Vue, or React is a plus)Minimum Requirements:Honours...

.Net Core Developer

Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a .Net Core Developer to join our financial services client based in Johannesburg for a 12-months contract role.What you will be...

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Our client is looking for a skilled and experienced Native JavaScript Developer to join team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in developing and designing responsive, complex JavaScript-based UIs using the Lightning framework. Key Requirements BSc...

Intermediate C#.Net Developer – Eastern Cape Gqebera

Hire Resolve's client is seeking an Intermediate Developer who has experience and proficiency withy C# and .Net.Responsibilities:Program in C#Work with Microsoft SQLUtilize JavaScript (experience with Angular, Vue, or React is a plus)Minimum Requirements:Honours...

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