PC shipments tank as memory crunch bites

Worldwide PC shipments fell 4,9% year-over-year in Q2 2026 to 68,2-million units, according to IDC — the first decline after nine consecutive quarters of growth. A persistent memory chip shortage drove the reversal, pushing vendors to pull inventory forward as far as...

AI, cross-border trade reshape e-commerce in SA

AI could soon choose what we buy, sustainability has shifted from nice-to-have to non-negotiable, and second-hand shopping is rapidly becoming mainstream, according to DHL’s E-Commerce Trends Report 2026. Based on survey findings from 29 000 online shoppers and 5 800...

How air transport industry plans to move 10bn passengers a year

It really sounds like a frequent flyer’s dream: Borders cleared in 10 seconds; weather delays cut by 65%; lost luggage down 90%; AI continually driving efficiency. But all this is becoming reality, says the SITA Impact Report 2025, documenting a year of customer-led...

Euclid space telescope marks a milestone in cosmic history

The European Space Agency’s Euclid space telescope has discovered 31 of the most ancient quasars ever found - and two of these giant and dazzling galaxy cores, powered by gargantuan black holes, are the earliest quasars yet observed in cosmic history. They shone with...

Network security spend set to double

The worldwide network security spend - including firewall, SSE, traditional SWG appliance, WAF, and ADC segments - is projected to be on a steady upswing through 2029, according to Dell’Oro Group. Total network security revenue spanning physical appliances, software,...

Multi-vendor security adds to experts’ angst

The majority of companies (78%) surveyed in South Africa and in the Middle East, Turkiye, and Africa (META) region rely on multi-vendor ecosystems - despite such fragmented security solutions leading to operational and financial strains, according to research from...

Fake social media lending sites catch the unwary

Reports indicate that South Africans are increasingly turning to loan sharks as banks tighten their lending criteria in response to a surge in bad debts compounded by high interest rates, and the impact of the increasingly high cost of living. Because bank loans have...

SMEs spend too much on tech

South African small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are struggling with cash flow with 72% resorting to personal funds to stay afloat - and while already battling existing financial burdens, they're also now facing a perfect storm: fuel and electricity costs have...

Food inflation decelerates to 55-month low

Headline inflation continued to decelerate after clocking 5,1% y/y in June to a 39-month low of 4,6% y/y in July 2024. Monthly, headline inflation edged 0,4% higher m/m with price pressures from electricity, which contributed 0.4ppts to the monthly outcome, and core...

New satellite brings AI to Earth observation

Φsat-2, ESA's groundbreaking cubesat designed to revolutionise Earth observation with artificial intelligence (AI), has launched. The cubesat embarked on its journey into space on 16 August at 20:56 CEST (11:56 local time) on board a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from the...

Lights, camera, privacy … safely sharing those snapshots

Posting online is a valuable way to connect with others - and sharing photos helps maintain bonds with family and friends. However, it is essential to strike a balance between staying connected and oversharing, say Kaspersky security experts, who have compiled some...

Despite its value, IT leaders don’t adequately protect data

While the majority of senior IT professionals in small- to large-sized organisations recognise how critical proprietary data is to their ongoing operations, more than 25% could not confidently say that their company leaders took this topic seriously. This is among the...

NTT Data adds expertise, solutions for regional retailers

Kathy Gibson reports - NTT Data Middle East and Africa is enhancing and relaunching its retail practice, and introducing the Syntphony application portfolio. The global retail market is constrained by a reliance on legacy systems that impact business agility and their...

NTT Data plans vertical market investment

Kathy Gibson reports - The new-look NTT Data Middle East & Africa (MEA), having grown out of the 40-year-old Dimension Data, continues to innovate and invest - particularly in vertical market solutions. Alan Turnley-Jones, CEO of NTT Data, explains that NTT Data...

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JSE in support of capital flow reforms

The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) welcomes National Treasury's announcement of reforms in the capital flow management framework in the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS). "South Africa has embarked on a process of modernising its exchange control...

Fresh thinking needed for public sector challenges

Public sector organisations are facing a multitude of new challenges and threats that are testing responses and capabilities built in a more stable world. By Talib Sadik, interim group CEO of Denel SOC Responding to this new reality requires ingenuity. There is a...

Imperial partners with Lori Systems to expand e-logistics in Africa

Imperial, an African and European-focused provider of integrated market access and logistics solutions, has announced an investment in and partnership with Lori Systems to expand its e-logistics technology solutions across Africa. The Imperial Venture Fund, managed by...

Cisco adds to SecureX platform

Cisco is helping its customers and partners reimagine the way the workforce and workplace operates with new security offerings across the portfolio designed to offer greater agility, simplicity, and resiliency. At its Partner Summit, Cisco Security announced a number...

First Distribution gains Veeam Accredited Service Partner status

First Distribution has achieved recognition as a Veeam® Accredited Service Partner (VASP) in the Veeam ProPartner Network, indicating First Distribution’s experience and expertise in delivering quality professional services. “The VASP programme is by invitation only,...

Flexible future for workforce who want to plug in from anywhere

The decision by thousands of businesses to deploy a remote-based workforce over the past six months initially emerged as a forced response to an unprecedented crisis, rather than a chosen strategy. By Garsen Naidu, GM: sub-Saharan Africa at Cisco However, over the...

Lits is new AURA chairman

Alon Lits has been appointed as chairman of security and safety platform AURA, with immediate effect. Previously GM for Uber sub-Saharan Africa, Lits aims to assist Aura CEO, Warren Myers, to maximise the opportunities that exist for the growing platform business. “In...

Yellowbrick accelerates analytics at BMW Group Financial Services

Hybrid cloud data warehouse company Yellowbrick Data  has been selected by BMW Group Financial Services to improve the group’s analytics performance and capabilities. BMW Group Financial Services provides finance and leasing options for BMW Group automobiles and...

Digitally-driven self-service enhances insurers’ customer experience

The connected world has given rise to digitally-aware customers who have heightened expectations of their service providers. This is where delivering on a digitally-rich experience becomes a competitive advantage for insurers. An integral element of the digitalisation...

Key considerations for contact centre investments

Technology investments into cloud, contact centre and process have become critical to business success. These solutions allow for organisations to improve the way they interact with customers, improve experiences, and proactively manage processes and systems. They are...

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About our client:Over the past 20 years, our client has built a stellar reputation in the development and system integration space. Through their extremely ethical values, they have earned the trust and respect of their clients. They prioritise finding effective...

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IntroductionGraduate 2025 - Launch Your Career With Us!Kickstart your IT career at one of South Africa's most iconic retailers! At Pick n Pay we are on the lookout for graduates with a passion for technology and innovation. Join us to work on impactful digital...

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Application Project Manager - Contract Position to Dec 2025Are you a dynamic, results-driven Application Project Manager with a passion for delivering cutting-edge digital solutions? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments, leading teams to success? Our client in the...

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Our esteemed client in Pretoria is urgently looking for an Intermediate Business Analyst (5-8 years) for a 3 year / Hybrid Position: Align solutions to IIBA standards and practices. Ability to define Open API's using OpenAPI editor. Ability to do low fidelity UX...

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Our client is looking for experienced Software Engineer with a strong academic background, solid enterprise development experience, and a passion for clean code. Proficiency in modern tech stacks and a delivery-focused mindset are essential. Key Requirements BSc...

Junior Business Analyst at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg

About our client:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...

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