Despite perceived value, companies lag in digital workplace redesign

Eight in 10 IT decision-makers say the digital workplace is critical to successful AI-led transformation – but only 10% report fundamentally redesigning it for AI. This is among the findings from Lenovo’s sixth Work Reborn report, The AI-ready workplace, which exposes...

In the AI era, control is not enough: you have to prove it

A new report from IBM, Proof, Not Promises: The Digital Sovereignty Index, reveals an “overconfidence gap”: leaders believe they can prove sovereign control of their technology, but the evidence often falls short of the Index’s highest standards. As AI adoption...

AI set to drive a net increase in jobs by 2030

AI is expected to drive a net increase of 1,7-million jobs by 2030, according to Gartner, which says AI will create more jobs than it eliminates - generating 10,6-million new jobs, while removing 8,9-million jobs worldwide by 2030. “Organisations most advanced in AI...

A familiar face takes the reins at Tarsus

By Mark Davison - After months of speculation, Alviva Holdings – parent company of Tarsus Distribution – has announced a new, permanent CEO for one of South Africa’s oldest and leading distributors. Thibault Dousson, currently director of Lenovo’s Solution and...

Vehicle sales continue positive streak

Aggregate motor industry sales of 54 896 units in November were 12,5% higher than in November 2024, while the year-to-date total of 547 966 units is 15,4% ahead of the figure recorded in the first 11 months of last year. “As we approach the end of 2025, the motor...

Spacecoin satellites aim to build decentralised Internet in space

Space Telecommunications (STI), the entity behind the open-source satellite internet protocol Spacecoin, has launched three satellites aboard a rideshare mission from Vandenberg Space Force Base. The move is an advancement toward a permissionless, decentralised...

Unofficial GenAI tools will help solve customer service issues

By 2027, 40% of all customer service issues will be fully resolved by unofficial third-party tools powered by GenAI, according to Gartner. Consumers are increasingly adopting unofficial third-party GenAI tools such as ChatGPT, Google AI Overviews, and Apple...

Open-source tools the key to unlocking AI ROI

New research commissioned by IBM found that companies surveyed are investing in AI for the long term, with a growing interest in using open-source tools to drive ROI and innovation going forward. The study of more than 2 400 IT decision makers (ITDMs), conducted by...

Obituary: Elmari Keyser

Well-known industry personality Elmari Keyser has died after a prolonged illness. Keyser has been a presence in the IT industry for the last 15 years, having begun her career at Datacentrix in 2009. She also worked as a brand executive at Pinnacle, and as both sales...

US Treasury fingers China for data breach

The US Treasury Department is blaming Chinese state-backed hackers for compromising its systems to access unclassified documents. In a letter from the US Treasury Department to Congress, it is claimed that hackers compromised a third-party cybersecurity service...

Average monthly crypto trading volume soars

Crypto trades skyrocketed, with the average monthly trading volume on crypto exchanges hitting over $1,5-trillion in 2024, or 135% more than last year, according to data presented by AltIndex.com. 2024 has proven to be a groundbreaking year for the crypto market, with...

Gaming PCs surge ahead, hitting $62bn in 2025

While global PC sales have struggled over the past two years, weighed down by post-pandemic slowdowns, inflation, component shortages, and market saturation, the gaming PC sector saw stable growth. In 2024, gamers worldwide spent over $59-billion on gaming desktop PCs...

What business travellers’ requests reveal about travel’s future

The business travel industry is growing, with 52% of companies planning to increase travel budgets in 2025, according to GBTA research. But it’s not just the number of trips increasing - it’s the expectations that come with them. Travellers want their work trips to...

Cyber Week sees rise in interactive communications

Infobip has reported record-breaking communications interactions during Cyber Week, underscoring the rising importance of Rich Communication Services (RCS) and conversational experiences. The platform recorded 11,6-billion communications interactions between Friday,...

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Kabakoo brings no-code training to West Africa

Kabakoo has launched the first no-code training in West Africa for a batch of 21 learners at its Bamako campus. This intensive "FullStack'' program is designed and delivered in partnership with Contournement, the European leader in no-code training. The learners will...

Microsoft brings Surface Book 3 to SA

Microsoft is expanding its Surface device range in South Africa with the introduction of the Surface Book 3 for both commercial and consumer customers. The device is available for consumers in retail from Incredible Connection stores. Surface Book 3 is a robust...

AAC targets smallholder farmers, agribusiness startups

African smallholder farmers and agribusiness startups need support to build resiliency and sustainability. A small improvement to their productivity via training, mentorship, access to better inputs and markets will have a huge impact on the industry and continent...

BT extends partnership with Syngenta

BT has announced an extension of its long-term strategic agreement with agricultural technology company Syngenta. Syngenta helps improve global food security by enabling millions of farmers to make better use of available resources. As part of the extended strategic...

StorMagic SvKMS certified for Commvault

Official StorMagic distributor for South Africa and the SADC region, Drive Control Corporation (DCC) has announced the certification of StorMagic SvKMS as a third-party key management server solution for Commvault. DCC, also an official Commvault distributor, will...

CoCre8 signs up HyTrust, extends security offerings

CoCre8 Technology Solutions has partnered with HyTrust, an Entrust company. HyTrust was founded by veterans in the enterprise infrastructure and security space who recognised early on not only that virtualisation and the cloud were going to dramatically transform the...

Technology the solution to SA’s education crisis

The Covid-19 pandemic could be the event that levels the education playing fields in South Africa – or it could be the cataclysm that widens an already significant digital divide and irreparably damages the majority of our young people. This is the warning from...

Ideas Cartel, Future Females partner on Women’s Day competition

In celebration of Women's Month and International Women's Day, Future Females has partnered with the Ideas Cartel to offer one winner the opportunity to stay at the Old Foundry Hotel for one month, an exclusive business lunch with Future Females co-founders Lauren...

Should South Africa consider special visas to attract skills?

In July last year, the UK government announced that it would be launching a special visa for Health and Social Care workers to apply to work in the UK. This included, amongst other things, faster visa turn-around times, reduced visa fees compared to that paid by other...

Data Scientist – Durban at Ntice Search

Our Client is a forward-thinking organization leveraging data to drive strategic decisions and fuel innovation. They are committed to solving real-world problems with data-driven insights and are looking for a passionate Data Scientist to join our growing team. -...

Technical Assistant (water treatment) – Western Cape Cape Town CBD

Kickstart your career in green tech: hands-on training and real-world impact in a booming industry!Is this you? You're technically minded, reliable, and eager to make a tangible difference. You take pride in your work, stay curious about new technologies, and enjoy...

Data Scientist – Durban at Ntice Search – KwaZulu-Natal Durban

Our Client is a forward-thinking organization leveraging data to drive strategic decisions and fuel innovation. They are committed to solving real-world problems with data-driven insights and are looking for a passionate Data Scientist to join our growing team. -...

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The purpose of the role is to work collaboratively within the team and across other teams in business to deliver exceptional customer experiences.Key responsibilities:Ensuring continual appreciation of the broader business context by understanding industry and market...

Data Scientist – Johannesburg at Ntice Search

Our Client is a forward-thinking organization leveraging data to drive strategic decisions and fuel innovation. They are committed to solving real-world problems with data-driven insights and are looking for a passionate Data Scientist to join our growing team. -...

Business Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg

The purpose of the role is to work collaboratively within the team and across other teams in business to deliver exceptional customer experiences.Key responsibilities:Ensuring continual appreciation of the broader business context by understanding industry and market...

Personal Share Portfolio Business Analyst

The purpose of the role is to plan, design, develop and launch Personal Share Portfolios (PSP) and associated business processes across the Investment platform.Key responsibilitiesEnsuring continual appreciation of the broader business context by understanding...

Senior Frontend Developer (Angular & React) (JHB Onsite)

ENVIRONMENT:YOUR ability to balance aesthetic design with technical feasibility is sought by a cutting-edge Telco Company in Joburg to fill the role of its next Senior Frontend Developer. Working closely with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment, you will...

Developer – Technical Support (CH1118) – Western Cape Stellenbosch

Our client, a leading innovator in financial wellness and inclusion, has developed a platform that enables employees to access their already earned wages early (EWA). They are now looking for a Developer – Technical Support to join their team. Requirements:Computer...

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