Lack of trust in vendors hampers cybersecurity
The latest Sophos Cybersecurity Trust Reality 2026 report reveals a critical challenge facing CISOs - trust in cybersecurity vendors is fragile, difficult to measure, and increasingly shaping risk posture at both operational and board levels. At a time of relentless...
Fertilizer disruptions raise risks for food security and trade
The ongoing conflict affecting the Strait of Hormuz region is disrupting energy and fertilizer flows, with measurable impacts on costs and growing risks for food systems, trade and vulnerable economies. According to the United Nations Conference on Trade and...
Edge spending set for 15% growth
Worldwide spending on edge computing reached $265-billion in 2025, expected to nearly double by 2029, reflecting a pivotal expansion fueled by rapid Edge AI advancements that accelerate enterprise transformation and open new opportunities for service providers,...
Budget 2026: Payment system modernisation underway
Treasury plans to modernise the national payments system with the inclusion of digital finance. The first key milestone in the Payments Ecosystem Modernisation (PEM) was reached in November 2025, with the establishment of PayInc. Presenting Budget 2026, finance...
Budget 2026: Things have changed … even if it doesn’t feel like it
Budget 2026 may feel uneventful. Proposed tax hikes were withdrawn, personal income tax brackets were adjusted for inflation, and contribution limits for tax-efficient savings were increased. On the surface, it sounds stable. But according to Therese Grobler, head of...
Budget2026: VAT threshold increase welcomed
Lula has welcomed today’s National Budget Speech (25 February 2026) which included an announcement that the compulsory VAT registration threshold would increase from R1-million to R2,3-million, a reform for which the SME funder has consistently advocated. Lula made a...
Budget 2026: Overhaul of Skills Development Levy and SETAs welcomed
Pnet has welcomed Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s commitment to reforming South Africa's national skills ecosystem in today’s Budget Speech. By Paul Byrne, head of data insights and customer success It was refreshing to hear his acknowledgement that the Skills...
Budget 2026: Payments reform, crypto regulation signal maturing cross-border frameworks
When Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana tabled the 2026 Budget today (25 February), the message was clear: fiscal credibility and structural reform remain central to South Africa’s growth strategy. For businesses operating across borders, three announcements stand out,...
Fraud attacks escalate faster than business defences
South African businesses are facing an unprecedented and rapidly evolving threat from fraud, with two-thirds (66%) reporting a surge in losses over the past year, according to new research commissioned by Experian. The study, conducted by Forrester Consulting, reveals...
AI accountability the new mandate in cybersecurity economics
There’s a critical paradox taking shape around the economics of AI in cybersecurity. While cybersecurity budgets see unprecedented growth, security leaders are racing ahead on AI transformation while falling behind on measurement, justification, and strategic...
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It’s important to make room for humans and AI in recruitment
There’s no doubt that AI is reshaping the hiring process. But this shouldn’t mean that we’re taking humans out of the recruitment process. By Insaaf Daniels, head of human capital at redPanda Software You’ve probably heard the horror stories about big brands using...
The future of payments is personal
Paying for groceries, school supplies for the year or your daily coffee at the stand outside your office used to be a very mechanical, arbitrary process. The transactional relationship between customer and merchant was defined by a few seconds of currency changing...
AI and cloud technology are transforming government service delivery
In an era where digital transformation defines the relationship between governments and their citizens, South Africa finds itself at a crucial crossroads. Citizens today expect government services that match their consumer experiences - tailored, convenient, and...
Why tech-ready fintechs are winning bank deals
Just a few years ago, neobanks and fintechs were regarded as disruptive competitive threats to incumbent financial institutions (FIs). By Bradley Elliott, CEO of RelyComply But now the script has changed, and these startups and innovators are regarded as potential...
Elevating patient safety through training and recruitment
The world marked World Patient Safety Day yesterday (17 September), under the theme “Safe care for every newborn and every child”, and two South African organisations are calling for renewed urgency in strengthening the workforce pipeline that underpins healthcare...
InterSystems READY 2025 demos healthcare innovation
InterSystems successfully hosted its flagship READY 2025 Summit in Johannesburg, bringing together healthcare leaders, partners, and innovators from across Africa to explore the future of data-driven healthcare. The event served as a platform for InterSystems to share...
Mind your password – and other cyber vulnerabilities
Passwords provide access to our digital identities, enabling us to bank online, order products, and communicate with potential customers via social media. A secure password, or even better, two-factor authentication, is therefore crucial for keeping your online...
Rethinking peer review in the AI era
Peer review is the foundation of scholarly integrity. It safeguards the accuracy, credibility, and transparency of academic publishing. Yet in 2025, peer review is under increasing pressure: growing submission volumes, tighter timelines, and the ethical complexities...
NEC XON expands in-country hybrid cloud capability across Africa
NEC XON has announced an Africa-wide extension of the in-country or hybrid cloud capability it recently launched with Emtel in Mauritius. The cloud capability gives enterprises and public institutions in Mauritius (and across the continent) access to secure, locally...
HR can safeguard your organisation against FIC violations
In February 2023, South Africa was placed on the Financial Action Task Force’s (FATF) “grey list” after the global watchdog found shortcomings in how the country implemented anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CTF) standards. By Sameer...
Business Process and Systems Analyst (CH1208) – Western Cape Stellenbosch
Our client in the FinTech space (Trade & Supply Chain Finance platform) is looking for a Business Process and Systems Analyst to join their team in Stellenbosch. The Business Process & Systems Analyst plays a critical role in documenting, assessing, and...
Software Developer – Gauteng Midrand
In this role, you collaborate with other developers and engineers to design computer applications and programs. Part of these responsibilities include writing and debugging code, so we are looking for applicants familiar with C#, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and other...
Network Specialist (DBN)
ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic Internet Service & Network Specialist seeks a strong technical Network Specialist to provide high-level support such as strategic planning of network upgrades and high-level network performance analyses. Support functions extend from testing...
Scrum Master
The scrum master will lead a team that ensures self-organisation and the ability to make changes quickly. The role will ensure that agile principles and concepts are adhered to ensure effective preparation of the product backlog, sprint backlog and burn down charts....
Network Specialist (DBN) – KwaZulu-Natal Durban
ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic Internet Service & Network Specialist seeks a strong technical Network Specialist to provide high-level support such as strategic planning of network upgrades and high-level network performance analyses. Support functions extend from testing...
Scrum Master – Gauteng Midrand
The scrum master will lead a team that ensures self-organisation and the ability to make changes quickly. The role will ensure that agile principles and concepts are adhered to ensure effective preparation of the product backlog, sprint backlog and burn down charts....
SAP Functional Consultant (Advanced) 1199
Manage and resolve incident and service request tickets related to SAP SuccessFactors, ensuring adherence to service level agreements (SLAs).Interact with 1st and 3rd Level Support to troubleshoot issues.Ticket handling and dispatching within and across teams.Cluster...
SAP Functional Consultant (Advanced) 0029
Manage and resolve incident and service request tickets related to SAP SuccessFactors, ensuring adherence to service level agreements (SLAs).Interact with 1st and 3rd Level Support to troubleshoot issues.Ticket handling and dispatching within and across teams.Cluster...
Senior Data Analyst
An established management firm specializing in online media, digital marketing, and e-commerce solutions with over two decades of experience is seeking a Senior Data Analyst who will bridge the gap between raw data and strategic execution. You will partner with...
Senior Data Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg
An established management firm specializing in online media, digital marketing, and e-commerce solutions with over two decades of experience is seeking a Senior Data Analyst who will bridge the gap between raw data and strategic execution. You will partner with...
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