Cedarberg reveals tiny ecosystem that helped kick-start life

An international team of scientists from South Africa, Canada, France and the UK has uncovered fossil evidence of a tiny ecosystem that helped kick-start the recovery of Earth’s oceans after a global mass extinction. The team, led by Dr Claire Browning, an Honorary...

CEOs take the lead as AI investment gains pace

Corporate AI investment is growing significantly and it’s not about to slow down. Companies are planning to double their spending on the technology in 2026, accounting for about 1,7% of revenues - more than twice the increase for 2025. Meanwhile, CEOs are rolling up...

Geoeconomic risks rise in new age of competition

The World Economic Forum's Global Risks Report 2026, published yesterday (14 January), finds geoeconomic confrontation emerges as the top risk for the year, followed by interstate conflict, extreme weather, societal polarisation and misinformation and disinformation....

South Africans stay optimistic as they adapt to financial pressures

South African households are showing signs of meaningful financial adaptation amid ongoing cost pressures, according to TransUnion’s latest Q4 2025 Consumer Pulse Study. While inflation and affordability challenges persist, consumers are becoming more intentional in...

Could Bitcoin outperform Nasdaq, gold?

Bitcoin may well outperform both the Nasdaq and gold over the coming weeks, if a recovery rally in risk assets follows the recent correction, according to Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group. His assessment comes as cryptocurrencies slumped sharply on Monday, with...

While important, data streaming can create bottlenecks

Large organizations are experiencing a wide range of pain points when using data streaming to train or run artificial intelligence (AI) systems. Research by Conduktor, which 200 senior IT and data executives at large companies with an annual revenue of $50 million or...

Salaries rise for sixth straight month

The PayInc Net Salary Index, which tracks the average nominal net salaries of approximately 2,1-million earners in South Africa, increased for the sixth consecutive month in September 2025. This steady increase aligns with the gradual improvement in economic activity...

Stolen card prices surge on the dark web

Prices for stolen payment cards on dark web marketplaces have risen in most countries, according to new research from NordVPN and, while the global average remains around $8, some markets have jumped by as much as 444%. In South Africa, the average price climbed from...

SA shoppers swing to alternative payment methods

South African merchants will need to stay agile as consumers increasingly shift towards alternative payment methods, according to the Absa Merchant Spend Analytics report for August, which says the bank’s internal data indicates a consistent and notable slowdown in...

Microsoft doubles down on AI spend

Microsoft spent more than expected on AI in the quarter ended 30 September, shelling our $34,9-billion on new projects associated with building AI-powered data centres. The company’s revenue was $77,7-billion, an increase of 18%. Operating income was up 24% to...

Nvidia’s $5trn climb exposes AI boom’s reality gap

Nvidia’s market value closing in on $5-trillion has become the defining symbol of artificial intelligence’s rise — and, according to deVere Group CEO Nigel Green, a striking reminder that markets are racing far ahead of the profit reality. “AI is transforming the...

Key work changes in the AI era

To capture value from AI, CHROs must help their organisations successfully evolve work itself - not just the workforce - according to business and technology insights company Gartner. A July 2025 Gartner survey of 1 973 managers found that business units that redesign...

Cassava Technologies inks strategic partnership with Stanlib

Pan-African tech group Cassava Technologies has announced a strategic investment by Stanlib Infrastructure Investments to accelerate the rapid expansion of Africa Data Centres' footprint in South Africa. The strategic partnership will allow Africa Data Centres to...

xAI launches AI-generated encyclopedia

Elon Musk’s xAI has launched a new online encyclopedia, Grokipedia, powered by the Grok artificial intelligence (AI) model. The free-to-use platform aims to compete with Wikipedia, which Musk has previously accused of being biased, and promoting left-leaning policies....

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Navigating SA’s national payment system regulatory framework

In meeting its policy commitments and addressing the regulatory challenges that come with the rising prominence of non-bank payment operations, the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) published two draft documents in the first quarter of 2025. By Lerato Lamola, partner...

Can IT save the planet (and your bottom line)?

The digital age’s insatiable demand for computing power has collided with an urgent and pressing need for sustainability. By Vishal Barapatre, group chief technology officer at In2IT Technologies As data centres and AI workloads consume unprecedented energy, IT...

Solar’s second act begins

Renewable energy is no longer about a few rooftop panels; businesses that want to reap the benefits must diversify. By Sakhile Ngcongwane, business development manager at SolarAfrica As the energy landscape shifts and policy signals grow increasingly mixed, many are...

Outdated systems are a hacker’s dream

Cybercrime is evolving faster than systems can keep up, so if your business is still sitting in the past, it’s sitting with vulnerabilities, writes Richard Frost, head of innovation and technology at Armata Cyber Security. According to the ‘Connected Business: digital...

Communication needs practice, not just tools

It’s been a few years since the height of the pandemic, but many of us are still recalibrating not just how we work, but how we connect. By Bernadette Froelich, chief HR officer at DAC Systems The long stretch of isolation during Covid and the fragmented shift to...

How hybrid work positively impacts people, profits and planet

As businesses across the globe adapt to new operational strategies, South African companies are increasingly turning to hybrid work to provide flexibility and efficiency. Hybrid working - a flexible model that combines in-office and remote work, enabling employees to...

Empowered people are the real cyber superpower

It's time to retire the tired narrative that employees are the “weakest link” in cybersecurity. They're not. They're simply the most frequently targeted. And that makes sense – if you’re a cybercriminal, why brute-force your way into secure systems when you can just...

SA’s tech future depends on young talent

If you ask any South African tech leader what keeps them up at night, chances are the answer will not just be the country’s unreliable energy grid or regulation. Ralph Berndt, head of sales and marketing at inq South Africa You can add skills to that list as well. Or...

Non-linear careers: a guide to starting over later in life

In a world where lifelong tenure at a single company is a thing of the past and the workplace is being rapidly reshaped by technological and AI disruption, non-linear career paths have become not just common, but a practical response to a constantly evolving...

Your smartphone is an AI-powered work ally – If you use it right

Wherever your team works, remote, hybrid, or on-site, one thing’s certain: they’re never far from their phones. It’s one of the constants of modern work life. But for forward-thinking organisations, the personal smartphone is no longer just a communication tool, it’s...

Full Stack BI / Data Warehouse Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Design and develop ETL, data integration, data warehouse, data models, and BI reporting solutions. Ensure quality, performance, and standards across the BI team and support junior developers.RequirementsResponsibilities Analyse, design, develop, troubleshoot, and...

D365 Data Specialist (Financial Module)

?? We're Hiring: Data Specialist D365 Finance Module - Contract position for 6 monthsIf you are passionate about data, finance, and technology, and want to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you!Apply today and help our client transform financial operations...

Project Manager

Leading landscaping company is looking for a Project Manager to manage and oversee an Estate in Midrand.Direct Reports: 2 Assistant Managers, Workshop Manager, Administrative Support Staff, Site SupervisorsTeam Size: ±200 employeesKey ResponsibilitiesOperational &...

D365 Data Specialist (Financial Module) – Remote Remote

?? We're Hiring: Data Specialist D365 Finance Module - Contract position for 6 monthsIf you are passionate about data, finance, and technology, and want to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you!Apply today and help our client transform financial operations...

Project Manager – Remote Remote

Leading landscaping company is looking for a Project Manager to manage and oversee an Estate in Midrand.Direct Reports: 2 Assistant Managers, Workshop Manager, Administrative Support Staff, Site SupervisorsTeam Size: ±200 employeesKey ResponsibilitiesOperational &...

RPA Business Analyst ( six months contract )

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Senior RPA Developer

Key Responsibilities: Process Analyse business processes and identify opportunities for automation using Microsoft Power Platform tools.Collaborate with business analysts and process owners to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions.Design,...

Network Architect at Huawei

Understand Customer Requirements: Engage with customers to understand their unique requirements, business objectives, and technical environments. Provide tailored test scenarios, and deliver compelling POC results.End-to-End POC Execution: Plan, configure, and manage...

Senior RPA Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Senior RPA Developer — PretoriaAre you a seasoned RPA professional ready to take automation to the next level? SARS is seeking a Senior RPA Developer to lead the design, development, and deployment of sophisticated automation solutions that transform business...

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