CFOs need to rethink the ROI of AI investments
Chief financial officers (CFOs) are misjudging AI investments by treating them as a single ROI problem rather than as a portfolio of very different bets, according to Gartner, Inc., a business and technology insights company. “AI does not follow one cost curve, and it...
Salaries hold steady, but Middle East conflict threatens earnings and employment
The PayInc Net Salary Index, which tracks the nominal net salaries of an estimated 2,1-million salary earners in South Africa, increased slightly in February 2026, signalling a resilient start to the year. However, the escalating US-Israel-Iran conflict has created...
Reading outcomes for SA children in crisis
The 2030 Reading Panel’s 2026 report reveals that reading levels for South African children are still at crisis point – but some progress is being made. Released today, and drawing on nationally representative data on foundational reading skills across all South...
January salaries rise ahead of expected Budget relief
The PayInc Net Salary Index, which tracks the nominal net salaries of an estimated 2,1-million salary earners in South Africa, increased marginally in January 2026, offering some good news to earners. However, attention now turns to tomorrow’s National Budget, with...
Agentic AI holds key to LLM profitability
Agentic AI, not consumer chatbots, will determine whether trillion-dollar investments in large language models (LLMs) ever translate into sustainable profits, according to GlobalData. As enterprise deployments trigger a surge in application programming interface (API)...
Acer expands local manufacturing, adds gaming monitors
Acer Africa has expanded its local manufacturing strategy, adding high-performance Acer Nitro VG0-Series gaming monitors designed for gamers, creators and power users. Select Nitro VG0-Series monitors are now assembled at a South African facility, following the same...
Altron issues trading update as profits improve
Altron has issued a voluntary operational update, alerting shareholders that it expects significantly improved revenue for the full 2026 financial year (FY2026). According to the statement, continuing operations delivered low double-digit EBITDA growth year-to-date,...
AI scare trade continues to rattle investors
The AI scare trade that has hit logistics, software, and wealth management among other sectors in the last few weeks, should not be ignored by investors and consumers, warns deVere Group CEO Nigel Green. Software and payments shares plunged on Monday after Citrini...
SOLA Group starts construction on hybrid solar and battery project
SOLA Group has achieved financial close on its Naos-1 Hybrid Solar and Battery Project, a 300MW (435MWp) solar PV facility with 660MWh of battery energy storage (BESS). Enabled by long-term power purchase agreements with Sasol and Air Liquide, the project is the...
Not using tax-free savings leaves millions on the table
With the tax year ending this week (28 February), new data from online tax platform TaxTim reveals a costly blind spot among South Africans. While 48% of TaxTim users have opened tax-free savings accounts (TFSAs), the average annual contribution is just R14 171 —...
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Weak human firewalls expose businesses to AI-driven cyberattacks
As South Africa’s digital economy matures, so too does its exposure to cyberthreats, and the country is now among the top 10 most targeted regions for cyberattacks globally. However, local businesses remain dangerously underprepared, as leaders continue to...
Ricoh SA realigns for partner-led growth
Ricoh South Africa announced a strategic transformation of its business model, transitioning to an Accredited Business Partner-only distribution model for its Office Print and selected Production Print operations. The transition is designed to enhance operational...
MSP Flex is changing the game for the channel
When I speak to our partners across South Africa, a common theme often comes up: margins are under pressure, customers want more for less, and managing multiple security solutions usually eats up time that could be spent winning new business. By Ross Anderson, Sophos...
Career orientation test aims to inspire girls into cybersecurity
Kaspersky, together with Smart Africa and Africaines in Tech, has launched a science-backed career orientation test “Future You in Tech” created to promote professional development for young women in the cybersecurity industry and help remove potential entry barriers....
Sage launches integrated cloud HR, payroll solution
Sage has launched its integrated Sage HR & Payroll Advanced solution for mid-market companies in South Africa. Sage HR & Payroll Advanced helps medium-sized businesses work more effectively by automating and streamlining HR and payroll tasks across the...
AI agents are shaking up financial trading
For years in financial services the application of natural language processing (NLP), and more recently with large language models (LLMs), has largely centered on quick insights derived from sentiment analysis or trend following. By Richard Harmon, vice-president:...
Risk management and delivering projects amidst global uncertainties
There has never been an infrastructure project that has ever been delivered without risk and uncertainty. All projects have a level of risk which engineers are well trained to anticipate, manage, and mitigate. By Sthembile Mnengela, technical director of Zutari Risk...
Training is crucial, but feeling safe enough to speak up is vital
Cybersecurity training is vital, but it’s not enough on its own if your workplace culture discourages people from speaking up. Good corporate security awareness includes empowering employees to think critically, voice concerns and admit mistakes, without fear of...
Balancing power is critical for African grid stability
Africa’s rapid integration of renewable energy is intensifying the challenge of balancing power supply and demand on the continent’s grids. The transition is urgent because most grid infrastructure was built for centralised fossil-fuel generation which is easier to...
Bolt improves safety with Rider Profile Photo
Bolt has announced the rollout of Rider Profile Photo in South Africa, a new safety feature designed to strengthen trust, improve driver confidence, and enhance customer experience. Bolt will ask riders to take a selfie and add it to their Bolt profile. The feature is...
Intermediate JAVA Developer
Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are currently recruiting a Java Developer (Contractor) to join one of our financial services clients based in Sandton on an onsite basis.What you...
QA Automation Tester
12 month fixed term contract.Exp. 5-10 yrs in test automation.Use the automation framework and pre-defined test tools to inspect, analyse, design, develop and implement re-useable automated test assets to quality assure the solution and its architecture to ensure the...
Intermediate JAVA Developer – Remote Remote
Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are currently recruiting a Java Developer (Contractor) to join one of our financial services clients based in Sandton on an onsite basis.What you...
QA Automation Tester – Gauteng Sandown
12 month fixed term contract.Exp. 5-10 yrs in test automation.Use the automation framework and pre-defined test tools to inspect, analyse, design, develop and implement re-useable automated test assets to quality assure the solution and its architecture to ensure the...
Network Security Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Network Security Engineer – 24-Month Contract | Pretoria (Hybrid)Are you passionate about protecting enterprise networks from evolving cyber threats? Join our team as a Network Security Engineer on a 24-month hybrid contract in Pretoria, where you'll help safeguard...
Test Analyst (Banking) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
The Senior Test Analyst is responsible for performing testing activities on medium to high complexity systems to ensure the successful implementation of business solutions. The role focuses on designing, developing, and executing tests to identify defects, validate...
WordPress Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg
A long-standing full-service digital marketing and PR agency specializing in driving sales, brand awareness, and online presence, is seeking a Wordpress Developer who will handle everything from technical scoping to deployment.Responsibilities:End-to-End Development:...
Low Code Developer – Western Cape West Coast
An opportunity exists for a motivated Low Code Developer to design, develop, and maintain operational business applications using low-code platforms. The role involves building full-stack solutions, integrating systems, implementing CI/CD practices, and collaborating...
Data Architect – Gauteng Johannesburg
Our client is seeking an experienced Data Architect with strong expertise in modern cloud data platforms, including Azure Databricks, AWS, Snowflake, Azure Synapse, and Azure Data Factory (ADF). The ideal candidate will have a solid background in presales,...
Software Engineer
Software Engineers (.NET, C#, Blazor, AI): If you're the kind of engineer who doesn't just use AI, but knows how to embed it properly into real-world systems, this one's worth your time. A large, technology-focused enterprise is seeking a Senior-level Software...
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