Study uncovers hidden human cost of online gambling

Nearly three quarters (72%) of South African online gamblers describe themselves as being in control of their gambling – but a new study indicates that the reality might be very different. A national study by Yazi reveals a more troubling reality beneath the...

These are the pioneers building next-era AI infrastructure

The World Economic Forum has announced its 2026 Technology Pioneers cohort, recognising 100 early-stage companies from 23 countries that are developing breakthrough technologies with the potential to transform industries and societies. The cohort reflects the growing...

Access to capital a persistent barrier for SA’s young entrepreneurs

South Africa’s youth unemployment crisis continues to deepen as reflected in Stats SA’s latest Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS). The data shows that 258 000 South Africans under the age of 34 lost their jobs in the first quarter of 2026, underscoring the growing...

Is Asia tech rout the first real ‘macro shock’ of the AI era?

The massive sell-off sweeping through Asia’s technology sector marks “the first real macro shock of the AI era” and exposes just how dependent global markets have become on a single investment theme, warns Nigel Green, CEO of financial advisors, deVere Group. The...

US users prefer built-in security over traditional AV

According to the second annual Antivirus Market Report 2026 from cybersecurity news portal Cybernews, built-in operating system tools have overtaken traditional third-party antivirus software as the primary line of defense for the majority of US internet users. The...

With sustained stress, workers turn to escapist behaviours

There has been a steady year‑on‑year rise in addictive behaviours among South African employees, reflecting how prolonged stress is reshaping the ways people cope, escape and self‑manage emotional pressure. Drawn from a five‑year analysis of Lyra Southern Africa’s...

Risks tied to digital medicine

On World Health Day (today, 7 April), Kaspersky warns of risks tied to the digitisation of healthcare and use of telemedicine. Recent incidents show that medical services can be breached, and as a result, medical records may be leaked and then traded on the dark web....

The real contribution SA’s top banks make to the fiscus

South African banks are among the most significant contributors to national revenue, reflecting not only corporate income tax, but also the wider network of employment, consumption, property, and regulatory taxes, according to PwC. In collaboration with The Banking...

We have liftoff! Now follow Artemis II live

NASA’s SLS (Space Launch System) rocket lifted off from Launch Pad 39B at the agency’s Kennedy Space Centre in Florida last night, sending four astronauts aboard the Orion spacecraft on a planned test flight around the Moon and back. It’s the first time NASA is...

AI boom propels foundry 2.0 market to $360bn

According to The broadly defined Foundry 2.0 market, comprising pure-play foundry, non-memory IDM, outsourced semiconductor assembly and test (OSAT), and photomask fabrication, is projected to surpass $360-billion in 2026, representing 17% year-over-year growth. This...

Customer service organisations to double tech spend by 2028

By 2028, over 50% of customer service organisations will double their technology spend, without an equivalent reduction in talent, according to Gartner. Despite mounting pressure to use AI to cut labor costs, organizations cannot rely on automation alone to replace...

IBM in strategic collaboration with Arm

IBM has announced a strategic collaboration with Arm to develop new dual‑architecture hardware that helps enterprises run future AI and data intensive workloads with greater flexibility, reliability, and security. IBM's leadership in system design, from silicon to...

Ocean economy faces pressure, fragmentation

The Strait of Hormuz remains virtually closed, with effects spreading through the global economy within weeks by disrupting energy flows, raising prices and increasing financial pressure on developing countries, UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) warns in its second...

Vehicle sales continue strong

New vehicle sales continue to surge in South Africa despite global and regional conflicts, local floods and droughts. The March figure of 58 060 vehicles reflects a 17,3% improvement over March 2025. Brandon Cohen, chairperson of the National Automobile Dealers’...

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Cybercriminals exploit our best intentions

Cybercriminals are not only using fear and urgency to exploit their victims.  Positive emotions – such as empathy, curiosity, and a desire to help – are also being exploited. This is the warning from Anna Collard, senior vice-president: content strategy and CISO...

Multi-cloud AI security: finding order in the chaos

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming how organisations innovate, serve customers, and operate at scale. By Avinash Gupta, head of Centre of Excellence at In2IT Technologies But when these workloads stretch across multiple cloud providers, complexity rises...

How to enable sustainable tourism

Africa’s Eden Tourism Association (Africa’s Eden), in partnership with JLL and the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), unveiled a strategic roadmap to accelerate sustainable tourism growth across four countries in southern Africa. The findings are based on...

AI-driven development redefines the CTO’s role

In today’s volatile tech landscape, chief technology officers (CTOs) are under immense pressure to do more with less. With rising operational costs, a competitive race for scarce developer talent, and growing demand for faster digital innovation, the challenge lies in...

You can’t build an AI-driven business without data trust

Every business leader is talking about artificial intelligence. Few are truly transforming because of it and the reason is deceptively simple: you cannot be AI-driven without first being data-trustworthy. By Matt Surkont, co-CEO of BlueSky Technology can generate...

Why outsourcing HR could be the smartest business move you make

Running a growing business can sometimes feel like managing a dozen moving parts all at once. Amid the constant drive to expand and stay competitive, the human side of business can easily be overlooked, especially for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that often...

GenAI-driven cyberattacks force a shift to predictive security

The rise of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI)-driven attacks and the growing complexity of interconnected supply chains has placed South African organisations at risk. As cyberfraud becomes commoditised, with bad actors now able to carry out...

Kenya emerges as a hub for African data centre investment

Kenya has emerged as a leading hub for data centre investment in Africa, with Nairobi attracting major digital players due to its secure and reliable infrastructure. By John Syekei, partner and head of IP and technology, and Richard Odongo, senior associate, of...

Securing education networks starts with partnership

South Africa’s schools and universities have quietly become critical pieces of national digital infrastructure, yet they remain among the easiest targets. By Nickey Mannya, director for cybersecurity and next-generation solutions at Westcon-Comstor Southern Africa It...

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Are you a seasoned engineer who views code as a craft? We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to lead the development of high-quality, integrated software products. This isn't just a "coding" job-you will be the guardian of our technical standards, a mentor to...

German-Speaking Technical Support Agent – Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT: A Germany-headquartered company, driven by innovation and growth, is seeking German speaking Technical Support Agent who will be the primary point of contact for customers facing technical issues, with a strong focus on supporting our German-speaking...

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You will be a technologist working closely with the Investment Management Team. You will be responsible for the support, configuration and health of the systems that are used in that environment. This will include analysing system behaviour and having an in depth...

Senior Software Developer (Level 1) – Gauteng Pretoria

Are you a seasoned engineer who views code as a craft? We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to lead the development of high-quality, integrated software products. This isn't just a "coding" job-you will be the guardian of our technical standards, a mentor to...

Senior BI Developer

You will work in the IT solutions team within an Asset Management company. You will be responsible for analysing, designing and building BI solutions that enable operations and business strategic goals. Your ability to solve complex problems and understand the...

Software Developer Level 2

Are you a mid-level developer ready to take the next step into high-scale engineering? We are looking for an Intermediate Software Developer who is passionate about writing clean, testable code and building the pipelines that ship it. In this role, you won't just be...

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Senior Business Analyst (12-Month Contract) ?? Cape Town (Woodstock) | Hybrid (4 days in office / 1 Day WFH) ? Start: Immediate / ASAP About the RoleWe are looking for an experienced Senior Business Analyst to join a high-impact project focused on AI-driven demand...

Senior BI Developer – Western Cape Cape Town

You will work in the IT solutions team within an Asset Management company. You will be responsible for analysing, designing and building BI solutions that enable operations and business strategic goals. Your ability to solve complex problems and understand the...

Software Developer Level 2 – Gauteng Pretoria

Are you a mid-level developer ready to take the next step into high-scale engineering? We are looking for an Intermediate Software Developer who is passionate about writing clean, testable code and building the pipelines that ship it. In this role, you won't just be...

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