SA’s growth bottleneck is moving as infrastructure conditions improve
Improvements in South Africa’s infrastructure are changing where economic growth is constrained, but progress in one part of the system does not automatically translate into investment, production, exports, and jobs, according to PwC. The company’s latest South Africa...
SA tech brands can win in 2027 by helping shoppers justify the purchase
South Africa’s Tech & Durable (T&D) goods consumer has entered a new era of consumption embodied by “justify it” behaviour, according to NielsenIQ, which says their mindset has adjusted from “Can I afford this?” to “Will I feel this purchase was worth it six...
Business leaders bet big on robots, but few are ready
Robotics is no longer a bet on the future - it's a plan for the next five years – but according to new research from Intel, most organisations are moving faster than their operating models can support. The new study – The Robotics Readiness Gap - finds a stark...
Lessons learnt from Europe’s scorching summer
Western Europe got its first hint of an unusual summer in May 2026, when a heat dome produced exceptional temperatures that shattered records in several countries. Remarkable as it was, that early heat wave turned out to be only the opening salvo. By mid-August,...
SA unmatched in Africa on AI readiness
Ataraxis’ 2026 Global Outsourcing AI Readiness Index shows South African enterprises deploying AI at a scale no other African country has matched, putting the country in eighth spot globally and number one on the continent. The index ranks the world’s top 25...
MTN grows service, fintech businesses
The MTN group reported strong growth, profitability and cash generation for the six months ended 30 June 2026, led by service revenue, which was up 17,5%. Fintech revenue also grew: it was up 13,3%, or 19,3% excluding regulatory items, with a transaction value that...
Bitcoin rally has real fuel behind it
Bitcoin’s bulls are firmly back in control, and this rally has real fuel behind it rather than empty hope, says financial advisors deVere Group amid an impressive bounce. Bitcoin surged around 18% in 48 hours late last week to trade above $77 600, its first push back...
Malware campaign targeting car head units uncovered
Kaspersky has warned of a novel Android malware targeting vehicle head units – systems combining multimedia and, in some cases, car control functions. Taking the form of a stealthy multi-stage downloader, this campaign marks the first documented case of malware...
40% of South Africans rely on social grants
New Ipsos data reveals the scale of South Africa’s reliance on social grants, with the Child Support Grant (CSG) dominating, the once-temporary Covid-era Social Relief of Distress (SRD) Grant becoming a lifeline for (especially) young South Africans, and a relatively...
Frogfoot, Vox, Hypa cash injection secures fibre expansion
Frogfoot, Vox and Hypa have secured a capital injection that will allow the companies quadruple their annual fibre rollout to 360 000 connected homes The new growth capital will materially accelerate the physical expansion of high speed fibre to previously underserved...
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Trust is what will make or break AI voice agents
South African businesses are showing real interest in AI voice agents, and for good reason. By Bruce von Maltitz, CEO of 1Stream The technology has come a long way and can now respond quickly, hold more natural conversations and create a better, locally relevant...
Uganda and Tanzania’s infrastructure boom requires a sound digital backbone
Uganda and Tanzania are entering a major phase of infrastructure-led growth. Both countries are undergoing large-scale investments in transport networks, industrial zones, and urban development. By Josiah Habwe, GM for Tanzania and Uganda at Schneider Electric In...
How the digital citizen is reshaping service expectations
The majority of the country is now living, communicating, and problem-solving online, says Gugu Nyanda, who leads the Health and Public Service business at Accenture South Africa. Here, she shares insights into what this shift means for how institutions deliver...
Smollan Technologies brings together seven specialist companies
Smollan has announced the launch of Smollan Technologies — a unified data and technology entity formed by bringing together seven specialist technology companies under a single brand and operating model. Smollan Technologies has united Argility, DataOrbis, Cquential,...
From game theory to game shows
By Barry Buck (with Claude) - Somewhere along the line, tech companies became wartime targets. Iran’s Revolutionary Guards published a list of 18 US tech firms – Apple, Google, Meta, Nvidia, Palantir – and threatened to destroy their “relevant units” if more Iranian...
Continuous threat exposure management the new cybersecurity imperative
The old playbook of periodic vulnerability scans and annual security audits no longer suffices when attackers operate in real time, using automation and artificial intelligence (AI) to exploit the tiniest cracks in digital defences. By Saurabh Prasad, senior solution...
RS South Africa is Arduino Uno Q SBS master distributor
RS South Africa has been named Master Distributor for the Arduino UNO Q. This appointment follows RS’s recognition at the Arduino Partner Conference in Milan, where it received two prestigious awards: the Industrial Trailblazer Award, for driving adoption of Arduino...
Healthbridge acquires AI medical scribe Nora
Healthbridge has completed the full acquisition of Nora, an ambient AI medical scribe that automatically converts doctor–patient conversations into structured clinical notes. Developed by Nora AI, a London-based healthtech start-up, the transaction concludes an...
Red Hat and Google Cloud expand collaboration
Red Hat has announced an expanded collaboration with Google Cloud to help organisations accelerate application modernisation and cloud migrations. The expansion introduces Red Hat OpenShift in the Google Cloud console, deeper integrations with Google Cloud services...
Vertiv expands thermal portfolio
Vertiv has launched the Vertiv CoolPhase Wall, a space-saving, wall-mount cooling system designed for small IT spaces and edge environments. The system is designed for the needs of IT equipment, removing heat and enabling continuous operation while taking up zero...
Senior Full-Stack Software Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
We are seeking an experienced Senior Full-Stack Software Developer to lead the design and delivery of scalable software solutions. This role is suited to an experienced engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, mentoring developers, and influencing...
Senior Full-Stack Software Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
We are seeking an experienced Senior Full-Stack Software Developer to lead the design and delivery of scalable software solutions. This role is suited to an experienced engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, mentoring developers, and influencing...
Intermediate Full – Stack Software Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
We are looking for an Intermediate Full-Stack Software Developer who is passionate about building scalable, high-quality software solutions. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working across both frontend and backend technologies, takes ownership of their work,...
Intermediate Full – Stack Software Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
We are looking for an Intermediate Full-Stack Software Developer who is passionate about building scalable, high-quality software solutions. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working across both frontend and backend technologies, takes ownership of their work,...
Senior Game / Simulation Developer
An innovative technology company that builds real-time 3D interactive training, digital twin, and simulation solutions for industrial environments is seeking a Senior Game / Simulation Developer to design, build, and maintain real-time 3D applications and technical...
IT DevOps Engineer
My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for a DevOps Engineer to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Responsibilities Develop and maintain integrated programme delivery roadmaps.Coordinate multiple concurrent business, operational and...
Cybersecurity Engineer – Western Cape Western Cape
Ready to be on the front line of digital defense? Join a forward-thinking organisation where you'll play a critical role in safeguarding systems, data, and business operations against evolving cyber threats.Our client is a growing technology-driven organisation...
Senior Java EE Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Pretoria
We are looking for an experienced Senior Java EE Developer with 7+ years of hands-on enterprise Java development experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in building secure, scalable, and high-performance backend systems within complex enterprise...
IT Programme Manager at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Summary of Role The IT Programme Manager is responsible for the successful planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale, strategic technology programmes. This role oversees multiple interdependent projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives, effective...
SAP Business Analyst at QES
My client based in Cape Town (North) is currently looking for a SAP SuccessFactors Business Analyst to join them on an Independent Contract basis Location: Brackenfell, Western Cape Contract Type: Full-time Role OverviewThe SAP SuccessFactors Business Analyst bridges...
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