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...

The human impact of AI forces a redesign in how we work

We are living through one of the most significant transformations in the history of work, writes Aparna Nair, chief talent, leadership and culture officer at IBM. AI is reshaping roles, rewiring workflows, and redefining the nature of performance itself. Yet, a new...

Hout Bay’s mussels reveal hidden pollution crisis

A new University of Cape Town (UCT) study has revealed that Hout Bay’s marine environment is seriously threatened by pharmaceutical and personal care product compounds (PPCPs) that persist and bio-accumulate in marine life - even kilometres away from pollution...

Sports fans want AI to serve up dynamic digital content

Sports fans are turning to more dynamic digital content experiences, with AI, personalisation and real-time features central to how they engage with sports. New global research commissioned by IBM, which polled more than 20 000 sports fans across 12 countries, shows...

Venture capital funding in cybersecurity heading to record levels

The surging cost of cybercrime - expected to jump from a shocking $9,2-trillion to a head-spinning $13,8-trillion in the next four years - continues fueling cybersecurity market growth, both in revenue and the amount of capital poured into the companies working in...

Alarming surge in AI-driven cybercrime

Trend Micro has warned that threat actors have bounced back from recent law enforcement efforts to unleash a new wave of attacks leveraging AI and other techniques – revealing that it blocked almost 47-million email threats, more than 7 000 ransomware attempts, and...

Cloud innovations drive enterprise efficiency

Cloud computing is rapidly transforming how enterprises operate by optimising performance, enhancing scalability, and ensuring sustainability. The integration of hybrid and multi-cloud environments, edge computing, and AI/ML technologies are driving enterprises toward...

Climate change catches agro-food sector off guard

With Africa being highly vulnerable to climate shocks, research by the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) master’s graduate Koaile Monaheng has shed light on how South Africa’s agro-food sector - a crucial, yet often overlooked industry - faces significant risks and...

Mustek reports lower revenue

Mustek has reported revenue of R8,51-billion for the year ended 30 June 2024, down 16% from the R10,13-billion in 2023. Gross profit percentage decreased to 12,2%, from 13,9% last year. Headline earnings per share 67,13 cents, down 82,1% from 2023’s 357,18 cents....

Key trends in IoT

The Internet of Things (IoT) is constantly evolving and, according to research group Giesecke+Devrient (G+D), there are several key trends emerging – the integration of AI, edge computing and blockchain, standardisation for more efficient management of IoT devices,...

NTT boosts Africa’s digital transformation with JINX integration

NTT – in conjunction with INX-ZA – has gone live with the Johannesburg Internet Exchange (JINX) node within its Johannesburg 1 (JOH1) data centre. With 6 200 square metres of data centre server space and 12MW IT critical load, the JOH1 data centre is NTT’s newest and...

Team SA takes bronze at International Olympiad in Informatics 

The four-member South African team won two bronze medals and an honourable mention at the 36th International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI 2024) - the most prestigious global computer science competition for secondary school and high school students. Bronze medals were...

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ERP tech has come a long way – but people hold it back

Thirty years ago, there were some poor ERP solutions on the market. They may not have been properly tested, they couldn't do the necessary invoicing, some only provided a cash book, for example. By Gerrit Olivier, founder and CEO of About IT But that's changed. Nine...

Orchestrating multi-cloud essential for business growth

As more companies start leveraging the respective strengths of multiple cloud environments, they must not neglect effectively managing these platforms to ensure both cost and application control. By Ralph Berndt, sales and marketing director at Syrex In fact,...

What to look for in a business projector

A good business projector can make meetings run smoother, breathe life into presentations, and even make static content more engaging. By Timothy Wilson, business account manager: VI at Epson South Africa This technology has come a long way since the days of overhead...

SD-WAN is enabling secure and future-proof virtual work communities

Even prior to the massive workplace shifts that took place during 2020, global growth predictions for SD-WAN implementations were significant. By David Browne, regional executive at Telviva However, as businesses accelerated the move to cloud-based environments to...

How to game our way to vaccine understanding

The global rollout of Covid-19 vaccines is gearing up to be the largest, fastest and most difficult vaccination programme in history. By Glenn Gillis, CEO of Sea Monster No issue in our time has ever been as politicised as the Covid-19 crisis, and many experts...

Real insights that will change your approach to corporate learning

The modern workplace today is a stressful one, filled with disruptions, writes Gareth Fletcher, product director of G&G Advocacy. The average adult learner is already busy balancing home and work commitments, along with distractions from social media, all of which...

Online digital accountant expands to US

Osidon is an online digital accountant aimed at lending a helping hand to small and medium businesses and entrepreneurs, paving the way for job creation and increased compliance. The company was started in January 2017 by Hennie Ferreira and his wife, Melissa. They...

Imvelo Ventures invests in Quench

South African venture capital firm Imvelo Ventures, founded by Capitec Bank and Empowerment Capital Investment Partners, has set aside funding to expand, build and back app-based delivery service, Quench. Imvelo Ventures identifies and funds promising South African...

RS Components enhances PPE business by acquiring Liscombe

RS Components (RS) has reached an agreement to acquire John Liscombe, a supplier of industrial safety and personal protective equipment (PPE). Together with Needlers, its recent PPE acquisition within the food manufacturing vertical, the two businesses will provide a...

Financial resources for SMMEs on WhatsApp

A newly-launched WhatsApp service, SMMEstart, provides an effective tool for small businesses to find Covid-19 financial relief and other important resources - and play their part in driving South Africa's economic recovery. Among a menu of free resources for SMMEs,...

Backend Software Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Seeking a Backend Software Developer with a strong background in payments, SaaS, or B2B systems. Key Requirements Minimum 6+ years' software development experience in B2B transactional, payments, or SaaS environmentsRelevant IT Degree (preferred)Strong backend...

Developer C#.NET

My client in the UK is a fast-growing ERP solutions provider specializing in delivering end-to-end digital transformation through Acumatica ERP. They work with a wide range of clients across industries, providing scalable, cloud-based solutions. As part of their...

SAP HCM Consultant at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Job Title: SAP HCM Consultant Location: Midrand, Gauteng Employment Type: Permanent Industry: Retail / Pharmaceutical About the ClientOur client is a leading player in the retail and pharmaceutical sector, dedicated to delivering quality healthcare and wellness...

Automation Engineer Jobs in the Netherlands – R1.1mil – R880k

Hire Resolve's client is urgently seeking the expertise of South African Automation Engineers to work in Joure, Netherlands. Please note that visa and sponsorship assistance provided. The successful candidates will be responsible for the technical heart of our...

Project Manager II/III

Project ManagerTo manage and deliver medium-sized projects from initiation through to completion, ensuring delivery is within the defined scope, budget, and timeline. The Project Manager will oversee projects across a variety of disciplines, aligning project outcomes...

Developer C#.NET – KwaZulu-Natal Ballito

My client in the UK is a fast-growing ERP solutions provider specializing in delivering end-to-end digital transformation through Acumatica ERP. They work with a wide range of clients across industries, providing scalable, cloud-based solutions. As part of their...

Project Manager II/III – Gauteng Braamfontein

Project ManagerTo manage and deliver medium-sized projects from initiation through to completion, ensuring delivery is within the defined scope, budget, and timeline. The Project Manager will oversee projects across a variety of disciplines, aligning project outcomes...

SQL Analyst

An exciting opportunity available within the energy solutions industry for a SQL Analyst, based in Bellville, Cape Town. This person will be responsible for maintaining and developing scripts and programs to perform specific database functions and to analyse data for...

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