Interconnected systems at risk of a digital pandemic

Are we ready for solar storms, submarine cable cuts, satellite disruptions, and extreme weather to disrupt communication networks and potentially trigger a “digital pandemic"? A new report – “When digital systems fail: The hidden risks of our digital world​" –...

CEOs are reshaping C-suite roles for the AI era

The accelerating pace of artificial intelligence (AI) is pushing CEOs to redesign how C-suite roles are structured to drive greater business impact across the enterprise. In the foreword of a new global study from the IBM Institute for Business Value, IBM...

Net salaries hold steady for now, but uncertainty looms

The PayInc Net Salary Index, which tracks the average nominal net salaries of approximately 2,1-million South African earners, edged higher in March 2026. Remaining above year-ago levels, the data points to a stabilisation in net salaries over the first quarter of...

Technology convergence redefines competitive advantage

The next wave of competitive advantage will come not from individual breakthrough technologies but from the ability to combine and scale multiple technologies across entire operating systems, according to a new World Economic Forum report. As artificial intelligence...

CRM technologies the most valued by finance

Customer relationship management (CRM) technologies are the most valued in the finance function, according to a survey by Gartner. The Gartner survey of 383 finance leaders taken in October 2024 showed that CRM technology, cloud ERP and analytics and business...

Swiftnet sale to go ahead

Telkom’s disposal of Swiftnet can go ahead, with most of the suspensive conditions having been met. Telkom today announced that all suspensive conditions preceding the disposal have been fulfilled other than those standard conditions that run until the business day...

Tech sector navigating layoffs while riding the GenAI wave

The tech industry is witnessing substantial changes in 2024, including layoffs by big companies like Google, Amazon, and Meta. This trend started last year, affecting over 191 000 employees due to factors like post-Covid-19 pandemic adjustments and a focus on emerging...

Logistics sees surge in African investment

Nearly 62% of global logistics professionals say their companies are planning additional or first-time investments in Africa. This is according to a survey of 830 logistics executives that forms part of the 15th annual Agility Emerging Markets Logistics Index, a...

META ICT spend to top $238bn in 2024

Overall spending on information and communications technology (ICT) across the Middle East, Türkiye, and Africa (META) will top $238-billion this year - an increase of 4,5% over 2023 - according to the latest predictions from International Data Corporation (IDC). The...

$10bn slump expected in IT devices

After reaching a record $730-billion in sales revenue in 2021, the global demand for IT devices including desktop PCs, laptops, tablets, and smartphones has been shifting back and forth - and although the market significantly recovered after a massive 2022 sales...

Caution urged as Multichoice/Canal+ saga continues

The Takeover Regulation Panel (TRP) is urging shareholders to exercise caution in responding and/or reacting to the various statements from both Multichoice and Groupe Canal+. Yesterday (5 February), Multichoice released SENS statements about its rejection of a buyout...

Study finds rural childhood positively impacts immune development

Researchers at the University of Cape Town's (UCT) Division of Paediatric Dermatology and Paediatric Allergy have found that early childhood is a window for shaping immune development in allergic and non-allergic South African children. The researchers described the...

Mastercard takes a stake in MTN Group Fintech

MTN has signed definitive agreements with Mastercard for a minority investment of up to $200-million into MTN Group Fintech, at a valuation of $5,2-billion on a cash and debt-free basis. The Transaction, which is non-categorised in terms of the JSE Listings...

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The impact of sextortion

Sextortion or sexual bribery is a serious criminal offence and it is an ever growing problem for authorities worldwide. It is very easy to become a victim and it can have devastating effect on people from all walks of life. Online victims are often contacted by their...

How to build a winning customer experience strategy

Unless you are one of the rare companies that don't need customers (do those even exist?), you should be concerned over the customer experience you offer. We are after all in the "experience economy", where customer experience has overtaken price and product as the...

Just days left to enter MTN’s World Cup competition

Since the start of the MTN "Join the Boks in Japan" competition in June, more than 2,6-million MTN customers have been entered into the monthly draws to win the grand prize of an all-expenses-paid trip to watch the Springboks play in the 2019 Rugby World Cup. It's a...

AR enhances ICT customer experience

One of the drawbacks to maintenance in ICT systems in South Africa is the distance involved in providing energy, information and communication to a large country with diverse urban and rural needs. Added to this is the necessity of skilled operators being available to...

Partnership tackles disposal of hazardous medical waste

The safe and effective management of healthcare waste emanating from hospitals and other healthcare facilities has long been a matter of grave concern locally and internationally. This has been emphasised by the World Health Organization (WHO), which states that the...

The future of connectivity in South Africa

Next-generation technologies will drive real transformation in companies. Organisations across all industries must prepare to enter the next phase of the digital future, writes Matthew Hall, product director at Rectron. The technology sector is rapidly evolving, with...

Fintech Nomanini raises $4m in funding round

Nomanini, the fintech platform for the informal retail ecosystem, has today announced a $4-million funding round led by Standard Bank, and completed by Goodwell Investments, an Amsterdam-based investment firm focused on fintech and financial inclusion. Through the...

DevSecOps: five reasons why

DevOps practices allow for development and operations to build, test, release and design software far faster and with greater agility. Its foundations are collaboration and speed, connecting silos and creating teams that can work more efficiently and productively....

Nissan adds driving tech to golf

Nissan has taken the dreaded "putting nerves" out of golf with its latest innovative concept, the ProPilot golf ball. The concept is inspired by Nissan's ProPilot 2.0 driver assistance technology, set to debut on the new Nissan Skyline next month in Japan. Designed...

Dimension Data debuts Workday HCM

Dimension Data has announced a partnership with Workday, with Britehouse, the digital business solutions arm of Dimension Data, responsible for implementing Workday Human Capital Management (HCM) for clients. HCM is an important aspect to any business as it relates to...

Enterprise Solution Architect (EE) – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:DEVELOP, implement and govern Enterprise Solutions Architecture in accordance with the EA strategy and roadmap as your strong commercial acumen & facilitation skills is sought by our client to fill the role of an Enterprise Solution Architect. You will...

Senior Python Developer – Gauteng Pretoria

Hire Resolve's Client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Python Developer to join our dynamic team. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing scalable applications, APIs, and backend services. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in...

Level II IT Support Engineer – Western Cape Milnerton

Level II IT Engineer required to start ASAP to provide on site support to a corporate client base. For this role we would love a suitably qualified individual with a stable background and solid experience in hardware, software, security, networking and server support...

Cyber Security Analyst

Our client is a dynamic ISP with offices based in Newlands, Cape Town. They are currently recruiting for an experienced Cyber Security Analyst whose main responsibilities would be to monitor, analyse and action the alerts that will be coming through for our Cyber...

Project Manager (Construction) at Construct Executive Search

Applicants must have the following requirements: Must have Matric and Equivalent Qualifications.Must be registered with SACPCMP as a Professional Construction Project Manager.Must have 8-10 years of experience in Construction Project Management within any built...

.net.core / Asp.net Integration Specialist

ENVIRONMENT:A rapidly growing leader in outdoor equipment is seeking an Integration Specialist to play a pivotal role in the organization. This position is responsible for managing the seamless integration of software systems and applications, ensuring efficient data...

Cyber Security Analyst – Western Cape Newlands

Our client is a dynamic ISP with offices based in Newlands, Cape Town. They are currently recruiting for an experienced Cyber Security Analyst whose main responsibilities would be to monitor, analyse and action the alerts that will be coming through for our Cyber...

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