Global cloud infrastructure spending climbs 25% to $102,6bn

According to new research from Omdia, global spending on cloud infrastructure services reached $102,6-billion in Q3 2025, representing 25% year-on-year growth. Market momentum remained stable, marking the fifth consecutive quarter in which growth has remained above...

Technology, talent and trust will define the workplace in 2026

With companies increasingly prioritising their employees, they are also recognising that productivity and engagement are driven by how, when and with whom they collaborate rather than solely where they work. Organisations of all sizes are embracing flexible and hybrid...

Swift action needed to unlock AI’s $1trn opportunity for Africa

The African Development Bank has released a report establishing a strategic roadmap for unlocking the economic and social potential of artificial intelligence (AI) across Africa. Developed under the G20 Digital Transformation Working Group, Africa’s AI Productivity...

AI, geopolitics reshaping the future of global energy markets

S&P Global Energy has released its Top Trends report identifying the pivotal developments shaping clean energy technology, sustainability, and growth in global energy markets in 2026. "In 2026, AI's surging power demand growth will be testing grid limits, revenue...

AI, cloud and cybersecurity spur Europe’s IT spend

IT spending in Europe is projected to total $1,4-trillion in 2026, an increase of 11,1% from 2025, according to the latest forecast by Gartner. The research group adds that IT spending in Europe is on pace to reach $1,3-trillion by the end of 2025. “AI, cloud, and...

Four in five adults with TB have no symptoms

A study led by the University of Cape Town (UCT) has found that most tuberculosis (TB) cases detected among adults living with someone who has TB are silent (without symptoms) at the time of screening. The study, published in The Lancet Global Health, suggests that to...

Jeanette Safi wins PSG Financial Services #ThinkBigSA competition

The winners of the second PSG Financial Services #ThinkBigSA have been announced, with corporate lawyer and capital markets adviser Jeannette Safi scooping first place and R500 000 with her paper “Move, Multiply, Matter: Unlocking the Potential of South Africa’s...

Economic activity strengthens despite risks

Reflecting the resilience of the South African economy and agility of its businesses, the PayInc Economic Index, which tracks electronic transactions processed by PayInc, improved for the fifth consecutive month in September 2025. While several positive factors are...

Consumers want more support to lead healthier lives

A shift in consumer values is redefining the future of food, as revealed in PwC’s 2025 Voice of the Consumer report. The survey reveals that consumers want to purchase food that aligns with their attitudes towards health, convenience and sustainability. However,...

Global leaders call for shared responsibility on health

Global leaders reaffirmed their commitment to health as a political priority and a cornerstone of peace and resilience at of the World Health Summit, calling for shared responsibility in shaping a healthier, more resilient world. Nina Warken, German federal health...

These are the platforms trusted for accuracy

While social platform visibility is important, trustworthiness is the critical factor shaping platform strategy for marketers, according to a survey by Gartner. Among all platforms evaluated, YouTube emerged as the most trusted social platform for accurate...

5G investments fuel data demand and digital revolution

The Middle East and Africa (MEA) regions is seeing an accelerating shift towards 5G connectivity, which is expected to account for a significant share of mobile subscriptions and data traffic by 2030. This is among the findings from Nokia’s latest Mobile Broadband...

Altron goes live with AI Factory

Altron has successfully deployed what it believes to be South Africa's first operational AI Factory, powered by Nvidia AI infrastructure including Nvidia accelerated computing and Nvidia AI Enterprise software. The platform delivers comprehensive AI infrastructure,...

Sports fans demand always-on engagement from teams

There is a growing demand among sports fans for always-on, personalised engagement with their favourite teams. A global study from Infobip shows that two-thirds (66%) of fans feel disconnected due to poor club communication, rising to 81% among those under 35. The...

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Everything your phone system knows about your business

If I told you that there is a tool that can provide you with deep business insights ranging from customer experience to productivity and sales, would you consider spending your money on it? What if I told you that you probably already have one and you’re just not...

Developers can’t hide behind exemption clauses

/In Knoetze v Botes, the High Court clarified the limits of exemption clauses in property sale agreements, commonly referred to as voetstoots clauses, particularly where the seller is also the developer and fails to disclose a latent defect. By Sandra Sithole,...

Smart technology boosts energy efficiency at Usave 

In response to rising energy prices, Usave, the Shoprite Group’s no frills discount stores, recently introduced an advanced loss prevention system designed to reduce costs and boost operational efficiency in its supermarkets - helping the retailer to continue...

How AI’s exponential growth makes Internet access your new lifeline

It's time to tell your kids to become plumbers – because while AI might not be coming for their pipes, it's certainly coming for almost everything else. By Paul Colmer, executive committee member of WAPA We've all heard the famous parable of the chessboard: start with...

To keep critical data safe, open a gap

South African organisations are becoming increasingly vigilant when it comes to addressing the growing cyberthreat landscape. In fact, more local companies are prioritising cyber risk mitigation when compared to the global average. By Michael Langeveld, head of...

It may be time to move away from tried and tested solutions

Since the 1990’s when Office became the default productivity suite for nearly every business, companies have gone “all-in” on Microsoft. By Richard Firth, CEO of MIP Holdings Over the past 20 years, businesses got even more deeply embedded in the Microsoft ecosystem...

Why fintechs should know about PEPs and PIPs

If you’re a fintech operating in South Africa, your business relationships with a Politically Exposed Person (PEP) could lead to a very serious misstep within your business without the proper due diligence. That’s because screening for PEPs and Prominent Influential...

Electronically-enabled algorithm supports better clinical decisions

A South African first of its kind tool is transforming patient care locally by leveraging Netcare’s advanced electronic medical records system and abundant clinical data. This will help clinicians identify risk of deterioration from common causes earlier among...

Lenovo ISG drives a new era for data centres

In an age of increased digitalisation and the emergence of AI solutions, the data centre is once again companies’ most vital tool in staying competitive. Which is why Lenovo’s Infrastructure Solutions Group (ISG), with its range of data centre infrastructure solutions...

Services underpin user success

Work used to be a place that people went to: today companies understand that it’s what people do – and where they are shouldn’t make any difference. The idea of the remote or hybrid workplace may have become widespread after the disruptions of the Covid-19 pandemic...

Senior Software Developer (CH1181)

Our client develops specialised business-information software for farms, wineries, and related industries. They seek a self-motivated Senior Developer with strong work ethic and time-management skills. The position is based in Paarl and reports to the team...

Project Manager at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...

Senior Software Developer (CH1181) – Western Cape Paarl

Our client develops specialised business-information software for farms, wineries, and related industries. They seek a self-motivated Senior Developer with strong work ethic and time-management skills. The position is based in Paarl and reports to the team...

Project Manager at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg

About our client:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...

Senior Salesforce UX/UI Designer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Purpose of the RoleAs a Senior UX/UI Designer, you will lead and execute the design of user-centered digital products, with a focus on Salesforce interfaces as well as responsive web and mobile applications. You will produce high-quality UX and UI deliverables,...

Linux Engineer

Linux EngineerWe are looking for a talented and motivated Linux Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing and optimizing our Linux-based systems, ensuring high availability, performance, and security....

Linux Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town

Linux EngineerWe are looking for a talented and motivated Linux Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing and optimizing our Linux-based systems, ensuring high availability, performance, and security....

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