Applications open for Orange Social Ventures Prize in Middle East and Africa
Applications have opened for the 16th edition of the Orange Ventures Prize in Middle East and Africa (OSVP), a flagship initiative dedicated to promoting high-impact entrepreneurial innovation. Until 10 May 2026, entrepreneurs from all 17 countries where Orange...
Interest rates on hold, but consumers are under pressure
Following yesterday’s decision by the South African Reserve Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), the latest data from TransUnion points to a consumer environment that remains fragile, with many households continuing to navigate mounting financial pressure. While...
Stablecoins make their way into everyday use
A new global study reveals that stablecoins are no longer niche, but are becoming a practical, everyday form of money being used around the world for everything from getting paid to buying goods and services. BVNK’s Stablecoin Utility Report, which surveyed over 4 600...
Global AI regulations fuel massive market for AI governance platforms
The cost of unmanaged AI risk is escalating. According to Gartner, by 2030, fragmented AI regulation will quadruple and extend to 75% of the world’s economies, driving $1-billion in total compliance spend. This regulatory wave is transforming AI governance platforms...
As business closures ease, debt recovery falters
In 2026, business insolvencies are expected to rise slightly again, against a backdrop of gradually easing financing costs. Behind this apparent stabilisation lies a still high level of fragility, particularly in the construction, chemical and textile industries. A...
TikTok culls close to a million videos in SA
TikTok removed more than 920 000 videos in South Africa during the third quarter of 2025. This is according to TikTok’s Q3 2025 Community Guidelines Enforcement Report, which details how the videos were removes for violating the platform’s Community Guidelines. Of the...
BluEnergy granted energy trading licence
JSE-listed Blu Label Unlimited has announces that its subsidiary, BluEnergy Trading, has been granted a multi-year energy trading licence by the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA). This marks a significant regulatory milestone that empowers BluEnergy to...
How to stay secure as AI, robots, VR redefine family life
Over the past 10 years, families have experienced shifts in structure and a perceived increase in fragmented interactions at home, largely driven by the pervasive use of technology and changing social norms. What does the next decade hold in store? According to a...
Will 2026’s budget keep its holding pattern?
Many of the fiscal pressures that defined 2025's Budget Speech will return when Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana delivers his 2026 Budget Speech. By Ania Strydom, payroll compliance research manager at Deel Local Payroll South Africa continues with a careful...
Peer-led initiative aims to train youth in digital skills
Non-profit tech academy WeThinkCode_ has partnered with the IDC Social Employment Fund (IDC-SEF) to launch a community-driven digital skills programme to equip 44 000 youth with the tools to enter the digital economy. WeThinkCode_ students will deliver digital...
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Traditional cybersecurity and compliance training can be dull as dishwater, which can lead to poor engagement and low retention among employees. Gamification, if done well, offers a refreshing alternative, transforming boring modules into interactive experiences that...
Thinking out of the box when designing reward packages for women
In today’s evolving workplaces, a one-size-fits-all approach to pay and benefits no longer serves the needs of a diverse workforce - especially women. Rather than viewing tailored benefits as perks, organisations must see them as vital to improving individual...
Procurement professionals invited to learn from Treasury leaders
South Africa is at a critical fiscal crossroads. Budget deficits are widening, debt service is consuming more public funds than ever and economic growth remains slow. But, amid the pressure lies an opportunity to reform how the state spends its money and how public...
Secure WhatsApp integration is no longer optional for SA businesses
Rather.chat has called on South African businesses to urgently prioritise secure WhatsApp integration, warning that hesitation is costing companies opportunities, efficiency, and customer trust. “WhatsApp is the most widely used communication platform in South Africa,...
Forward-thinking enterprises turn regulatory requirements into strategic assets
The regulatory landscape is evolving at breakneck speed. From FSCA requirements to POPIA rulings and stricter PCI-DSS guidelines, South African businesses are often faced with compliance challenges. By Monica Peethum-Nanoo, risk and compliance manager at Altron...
Vodacom invests R400m in Free State, Northern Cape
Vodacom Central Region, covering Free State and Northern Cape provinces, is investing over R400-million this financial year in the region’s network. The funds will be directed towards expanding network infrastructure, enhancing capacity and resilience, and empowering...
SA talent helps to alleviate port bottlenecks
As ports continue to rank among the worst in the world and road infrastructure buckles under pressure, local innovators are building the tech solutions we need to steer the country’s logistics and fleet industries toward a smarter, faster future. Daniel Novitzkas,...
CASA Software drives AIOps in SA enterprises
Artificial intelligence for IT operations (AIOps) is gaining traction in South Africa businesses as organisations strive to automate and optimise IT operations, improve efficiency, and reduce costs. “AIOps leverages machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI),...
TCL scoops five EISA awards
TCL has clinched five EISA awards. The TCL 98-inch C8K earned the “EISA Statement TV 2025–2026” award, while the TCL 85C9K claimed the “EISA Home Theatre Mini LED TV 2025–2026” title. The TCL 75C7K was named as the “EISA Family TV 2025–2026”, the TCL 55C6K took...
WeThinkCode_ graduates stand out in the job market
Tuition-free software development academy WeThinkCode_ is celebrating the graduation of its 2025 class. This year, 361 students graduated across four campuses: 189 in Johannesburg, 67 in Cape Town, 73 in Durban, and 32 from CJC Parktown. The average pass rate stood at...
Senior Test Analyst
My client based in Woodstock is currently looking for a Senior Test Analyst - Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Qualifications & Experience Minimum 5+ years' experience as a Test Analyst, with strong exposure...
Full Stack Developer (Entry) 2469 NM
Design, build, and optimize complex Java microservices and Angular front-end modules.Lead solution architecture discussions and guide junior developers on best practices.Implement automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and ensure code quality across the stack.Collaborate...
Senior Test Analyst – Western Cape Woodstock
My client based in Woodstock is currently looking for a Senior Test Analyst - Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Qualifications & Experience Minimum 5+ years' experience as a Test Analyst, with strong exposure...
Full Stack Developer (Entry) 2469 NM – Gauteng Pretoria
Design, build, and optimize complex Java microservices and Angular front-end modules.Lead solution architecture discussions and guide junior developers on best practices.Implement automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and ensure code quality across the stack.Collaborate...
Agile Master (Senior) 3351
Organize and facilitate key Scrum ceremonies such as Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives.Provide guidance and support to the team members on Agile principles and practices, helping them to understand and implement Agile methodologies...
System Support Administrator (real estate technology/b#) 6 month contract
Provide first-line operational support on any applications or software used by the entity to ensure smooth daily system usage, accurate data capture, and effective user assistance.User Support & Issue ManagementFirst-line support for daily system or software...
Agile Master (Senior) 3351 – Gauteng Pretoria
Organize and facilitate key Scrum ceremonies such as Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives.Provide guidance and support to the team members on Agile principles and practices, helping them to understand and implement Agile methodologies...
System Support Administrator (real estate technology/b#) 6 month contract – Remote Remote
Provide first-line operational support on any applications or software used by the entity to ensure smooth daily system usage, accurate data capture, and effective user assistance.User Support & Issue ManagementFirst-line support for daily system or software...
Network Security Engineer
Key Responsibilities:Design, implement, and maintain robust network security infrastructure to protect Customer's digital environment.Manage and optimize security platforms including firewalls, intrusion prevention systems (IPS), DDoS mitigation tools, VPNs, secure...
Senior Data Scientist at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
WANTED: Senior Data Sorcerer / Chief Insight Wizard(Yeah, we said sorcerer. Deal with it.) Tired of playing small with boring spreadsheets?Ready to bend reality using code, crush business problems like cosmic piñatas, and drop mind-blowing insights that make...
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