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...

IBM debuts sub-1nm chip in miniaturisation first

IBM has found a way to further miniaturise chips, with the introduction of the world’s first sub-1 nanometer (nm) chip technology, featuring a transistor architecture at the 0,7nm, or 7 angstrom node. The achievement marks a landmark moment for an industry facing the...

Hybrid working key to productivity during school holidays

Almost two-thirds (62%) of working parents find organising childcare during school holidays to be a significant source of stress – and, as a result, more than half (55%) utilise their annual leave to meet childcare duties. This is according to new research from IWG,...

Cybersecurity professionals continue to seek improvements

Despite the majority of South African cybersecurity experts in large organisations being happy with their current protection, they are constantly on the lookout for stronger and more flexible security solutions. A new study - Improving resilience: cybersecurity...

Cost-effective WiFi 7 to drive adoption

Wireless LAN (WLAN) revenues are expected to drop 13% in 2024, with lower prices exacerbating depressed demand, according to a Dell'Oro Group report. Meanwhile, vendors sensitive to eroding prices are cutting back on some functions of their WiFi 7 APs, and this is...

Steady growth ahead for cellular IoT antenna market

Annual shipments of cellular IoT antennas, including internal and external antennas, amounted to 598-million units in 2023. Until 2028, cellular IoT antenna shipments are forecasted to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14,9% to reach 1,2-billion at the...

All systems go for BMCS system, says ACSA

ACSA Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has noted media reports on the delays in processing passengers at King Shaka International Airport (KSIA) linking these to the biometric and digital identity technology. The organisation has issued a statement, confirming that...

Intel to cut 15 000 jobs in $10bn cost-cutting plan

Intel will cut about 15 000 jobs – 15% of the workforce - as part of its plan to reduce costs by about $10-billion. CEO Pat Gelsinger made the announcement after the company’s earnings call yesterday, adding that the extensive cost-cutting will take place in the...

NASA in quantum memory first

Researchers have developed technology that will store information within a cloud of atoms. Together with Infleqtion, researchers at NASA’s Glenn Research Centre have produced NASA’s first-ever quantum memory. This technology is NASA’s first step in creating a...

Oracle expands AI offerings with new Nvidia GPU

Enterprises are rapidly adopting generative AI (GenAI), large language models (LLMs), advanced graphics, and digital twins to increase operational efficiencies, reduce costs, and drive innovation. However, to adopt these technologies effectively, enterprises need...

Cassava spins out separate AI business unit

Systems integrator Cassava Technologies, which specialises in emerging markets, has announced that all its AI activities will now operate as a separate business unit - Cassava AI. Since the advent of Generative AI (GenAI), Cassava says it has forged strategic...

30 years of the co.za domain

The ZA Registry Consortium (ZARC), South Africa's domain name sector and Registry Operator for four .za second-level domains such as co.za, org.za, web.za and net.za is celebrating 30 years of service. Over three decades, co.za has evolved through various...

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Business gets savvy with ‘livelier’ AI

The global artificial intelligence (AI) software market is forecast to grow 54% this year to reach $22,6-billion - where AI is predicted to contribute to worldwide economic growth, and where organisations are looking for ways to benefit from innovations in this field...

Lucid, Citrix find the silver lining in the remote working cloud

There's a silver lining in every cloud. And in the midst of the global pandemic, Lucid Technologies has found one. Long before remote work was a mandate, the leading IT consulting and business process services provider began working with Citrix Systems to enable a...

Veeam accredits 50 EMEA service partners

Veeam Software has announced its top 50 Veeam Accredited Service Partners (VASP) as well as additional enhancements to the Veeam ProPartner Program for VASPs. Veeam will collaborate closely with selected partners who are delivering a broader range of professional...

OKI extends SADC reach with DCC appointment

OKI Europe has announced a significant strengthening in its go to market strategy in South Africa and the SADC region, with Drive Control Corporation (DCC) appointed as one of the official direct distributors of OKI in South Africa and SADC. "OKI provides a compelling...

Limpopo learners show true grit in JSE Investment Challenge

According to Angela Duckworth, a psychologist from the University of Pennsylvania in the US, grit is the key ingredient in personal success. And the learners from Shikundu High School in Limpopo have proved the theory true as they scoop the top honours in the JSE...

BCX receives partner accolades

BCX has bagged four awards from partners in recent weeks. The first saw the company announced as the 2019 Fastest Growth Partner in Africa by Veeam Software, the leader in Backup solutions that deliver Cloud Data Management. The award recognised BCX as having the...

Adapt IT shows resilience

JSE-listed Adapt IT remains resilient despite the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic on its business. The company has released a voluntary trading statement citing anticipated changes to its earnings for the financial year ended 30 June 2020. "Although JSE listing...

Insurers need to move beyond risk and protection

Consumers demand more monetised value and digital convenience, writes Cornel Schoeman, chief operating officer of Genric Insurance Company. Until recently, traditional insurance models have remained remarkably resilient in the onslaught of digital transformation and...

Netcash partnerships to streamline payment processes

Payment solutions provider Netcash has integrated its payment solutions with Billdozer, Paycycle and uCollect. Netcash clients now stand to benefit from the integration capabilities offered by these independent software vendors with Xero Accounting. Netcash MD Charles...

Cyber talent: focus on the talent

The annual security workforce study conducted by ISC2 has found that while approximately 2,8-million professionals currently work in the cybersecurity field around the world, an additional 4-million trained workers are needed to fully bridge the skills gap and...

Business Analyst – Western Cape Wynberg

National Wholesale and Retail Business based in Cape Town (Wynberg) requires an Analyst to join their expanding team.The Analyst will be responsible for gathering , analysing and interpreting data to provide actionable insights to support decision-makingKey areas of...

Senior Software Engineer (SAP BW4HANA ) at The Foschini Group

Package & RemunerationJOB DESCRIPTION Key Responsibilities: Provide on-going support of the existing BPC Embedded Reporting, Data Services and BW systems SAP BEX Query Design and Analysis for Office reporting Working closely with other development teams Develop...

Data Analyst – Credit Optimisation at The Foschini Group

Package & RemunerationJOB DESCRIPTION The opportunity: A challenging opportunity is available within the Credit Optimisation department of TFG Financial Services. We are looking for a dynamic, highly motivated individual to develop analytical solutions to business...

Senior Business Analyst at Parvana Recruitment

This is a remote position.About our client:Our client develops and supports software and data solutions across a variety of industries. They want you to get ahead of the market and stay there. They offer a combination of plug and play products that can be integrated...

Junior IT Analyst at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:An international and highly regarded organisation dedicated to "doing good" for society, they are renowned for their ethics, upliftment programs and while their tech environment is leading edge, this organisation is ideal for someone who wants to make...

Data Engineer (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client is a dynamic IT company delivering innovative, value-driven solutions. Their culture is built on pride in their work, respect for colleagues, partners, and communities, and a commitment to collaborative decision-making. They also believe in...

Business Analyst Team Lead at Parvana Recruitment

This is a remote position.About our client:Our client develops and supports software and data solutions across a variety of industries. They want you to get ahead of the market and stay there. They offer a combination of plug and play products that can be integrated...

BI Consultant at Parvana Recruitment

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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