Festive demands come up against a new cost squeeze
With the release of GoTyme Bank’s SME Outlook for Q4 2026 report, its group executive, Miguel da Silva, examines the economic forces likely to shape the critical festive-trading quarter – from resilient but selective consumer demand to rising fuel costs, constrained...
Eskom Expo ISF opens doors for young scientists
Research projects that began with questions about problems young people wanted to understand or solve have opened doors to bursaries, cash prizes, international opportunities and further study, as outstanding young scientists were recognised at the 2026 Eskom Expo for...
Rise in ransomware targeting ICS systems
In Q2 of 2026, the percentage of Industrial Control Systems (ICS) computers on which malicious objects were blocked continued to decrease but, at the same time, the percentage of these computers targeted by ransomware increased across almost every global region. This...
More women are moving beyond first-time homeownership
For the first time in a decade, repeat home buyers now outnumber first-time buyers among South African women applying for home loans, says FNB, signalling a significant shift from first-time homeownership to long-term property ownership and wealth creation. New FNB...
Musk gets highest Ukraine award for Starlink access
Elon Musk has been awarded one of Ukraine’s highest honours for Starlink’s role in the Ukraine war. Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy awarded Musk the Order of Freedom for his “outstanding personal merits” in protecting human life and freedom and strengthening...
Meta settles lawsuit alleging child harm
Facebook’s parent company Meta has agreed to settle a court case alleging that its platforms harm children for up to $18-billion, and will implement daily time limits, overnight lockouts and stronger parental controls. Meta will pay $12-billion over 10 years, with...
July sees lift in real net salaries
South African salary earners saw a further modest improvement in nominal net salaries in July 2026, although ongoing economic pressures continue to constrain salary growth and household purchasing power. This is according to the latest PayInc Net Salary Index, which...
Women urged to seize the AI opportunity
Kathy Gibson reports - Artificial intelligence (AI) is more than an exciting new technology – it has the potential to be a game-changer for women entrepreneurs. Christina Naidoo, chief operating officer of Huawei SA, tells delegates at the Huawei Women in Tech...
AI dominates the corporate risk landscape
AI-enabled discovery of cyber vulnerabilities emerged as the most critical emerging risk facing organisations worldwide in the second quarter of 2026, according to Gartner. The Gartner Quarterly Emerging Risk Report series compiles insights and perspectives from...
Securing AI the next big growth market
The market for securing AI is growing rapidly, projected to reach almost $4,8-billion in 2027, a 68,7% increase over 2026, according to Gartner. By 2028, the market is forecast to reach almost $7,7-billion. "This surge is driven by the urgent need for enterprises to...
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SA medtech raises R85m to accelerate AI-powered TB screening
South African medtech company AI Diagnostics has raised R85-million in a pre-Series A funding round to accelerate deployment of its AI-powered Ostium digital stethoscope, enabling early tuberculosis (TB) screening without specialist equipment or infrastructure. The...
Return to tradition, save tokens
By Barry Buck - The hottest developer tool on the Internet right now is a plugin that makes your AI talk like a caveman. I’m not joking. It’s called Caveman, it cuts around 75% of output tokens, and its tagline is: “Why use many token when few do trick.” It has...
2026 will be the real test of supplier due diligence in SA
South Africa's removal from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list in October 2025 marked a critical turning point for the country's financial credibility. But for businesses, particularly procurement and compliance teams, the real test is only beginning. If...
Should managed services be engineering-led or helpdesk-led?
As enterprises become increasingly dependent on always-on digital platforms, the role of managed services is undergoing a critical shift. What was once seen as a support function is now a determinant of operational resilience, business continuity, and executive...
Unleashing creativity: The role of AI PCs in the creative economy
The creative economy in South Africa is considered a significant economic driver, with design, audio-visual, and media leading the sector. It is considered a crucial, high-growth sector for job creation, particularly for youth, writes Marc Layne, sales director at...
Architecting security in fintech: It’s in the whiteboard details
African organisations face an average of 3 153 cyberattacks a week, which is around 60% higher than the global average. The continent is sitting right in the proverbial thick of the threats, with fraud and attacks costing companies thousands. The African financial...
Driving telco efficiency through technology consolidation
Across Africa’s telecommunications sector, a quiet but decisive shift is underway. By Nitesh Singh, financial services and communications, media & technology lead for Accenture, South Africa Operators are increasingly consolidating their technology environments,...
The cloud myth: More platforms do not mean more innovation
For the past decade, technology solution providers sold a seductive story: Move everything to the cloud, add more platforms and more services, and watch costs fall while innovation explodes. By Richard Vester, chief executive: cloud at iOCO Now, the hangover has...
AI is exposing a talent crisis
As generative AI accelerates content production across global marketing organisations, a new reality is emerging: the industry isn’t facing a shortage of ideas, it’s facing a shortage of people who can manage what AI is producing. While some commentators suggest that...
Speed, trust, resilience no longer optional in digital transformation
As South African businesses continue to navigate economic pressure, rapid technological change and rising customer expectations, organisations that invest in digital trust, operational speed and human-centred design are best positioned to compete and grow in volatile...
Angular Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
We are seeking a talented and motivated Angular Developer to design, develop, and maintain modern web applications using Angular and related front-end technologies. The successful candidate will work closely with UX/UI designers, product owners, back-end developers,...
Machine Learning Engineer
Ready to build intelligent systems that solve real-world business challenges?Our clients are investing in AI-driven platforms and intelligent automation. We are building a pipeline of Machine Learning Engineers for upcoming opportunities across enterprise...
Angular Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
We are seeking a talented and motivated Angular Developer to design, develop, and maintain modern web applications using Angular and related front-end technologies. The successful candidate will work closely with UX/UI designers, product owners, back-end developers,...
Machine Learning Engineer – Gauteng Ferreiras Dorp
Ready to build intelligent systems that solve real-world business challenges?Our clients are investing in AI-driven platforms and intelligent automation. We are building a pipeline of Machine Learning Engineers for upcoming opportunities across enterprise...
Machine Learning Engineer (Intermediate / Senior)
Our client is seeking a passionate Machine Learning Engineer to join a growing team delivering cutting-edge AI solutions for a diverse client base. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional who enjoys building production-ready machine learning...
DevOps Engineer (Azure)
Ready to automate, innovate, and build world-class cloud delivery pipelines?Our clients are investing heavily in cloud-native technologies and DevOps transformation. We are building a strong network of Azure DevOps Engineers for upcoming opportunities across...
Machine Learning Engineer (Intermediate / Senior) – Western Cape Cape Town CBD
Our client is seeking a passionate Machine Learning Engineer to join a growing team delivering cutting-edge AI solutions for a diverse client base. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional who enjoys building production-ready machine learning...
DevOps Engineer (Azure) – Gauteng Johannesburg North
Ready to automate, innovate, and build world-class cloud delivery pipelines?Our clients are investing heavily in cloud-native technologies and DevOps transformation. We are building a strong network of Azure DevOps Engineers for upcoming opportunities across...
Senior Business Analyst: AI & Intelligent Automation
Are you passionate about solving business problems with AI? We're looking for a Senior AI Business Analyst who can bridge the gap between business and technology.In this role, you'll work with business teams to understand their challenges, identify opportunities for...
Senior Business Analyst: AI & Intelligent Automation – Gauteng Randjespark
Are you passionate about solving business problems with AI? We're looking for a Senior AI Business Analyst who can bridge the gap between business and technology.In this role, you'll work with business teams to understand their challenges, identify opportunities for...
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