VAT increase could impact cross-border trade
The announcement of plans to increase the VAT rate to 16% by 2026/27, combined with no inflationary adjustment to income tax brackets, could have a dual effect on cross-border trade. Cross-border payments service provider Verto highlights that this could increase the...
Gradual rebound on the cards for SA economy
The global economy has managed admirably through a series of shocks over the past few years – but 2025 is likely to be defined by shifts in monetary and fiscal policy and a move toward equilibrium rates for growth and inflation. These are the headline findings from...
Meteoric growth forecast for metaverse in e-commerce market
The global metaverse in the e-commerce market size is anticipated to reach $106,13-billion by 2030 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 40% from 2024 to 2030, according to new analysis from Grand View Research. The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and...
Unauthorised IT products increase risk of cyberattacks
A new study has found that companies are at an increased risk of becoming targets of cyber incidents due to the use of shadow IT by their employees amid the growing trend towards a distributed workforce. According to global research by Kaspersky, 82% of companies...
Removing rare-earths drives demand for copper in EV motors
Electric motors are a core component of electrification in the automotive market and the market has relied heavily on rare-earths for the permanent magnets used in these motors, writes Dr James Edmondson, research director at IDTechEx. But, as many will be aware,...
Cellular IoT connections to reach 5,4bn in 2030
The cellular IoT ecosystem is poised for significant transformation over the next seven years, driven by the rise of 5G technologies, according to new research from Omdia. With a predominant focus on 5G RedCap, 5G Massive IoT, and 4G LTE Cat-1bis modules, the...
AI set to revolutionise retail
South African retailers are likely to ramp up their investment in automation and artificial intelligence (AI) in 2024 as they look for new ways to drive innovation and outsmart their competitors. This aligns with global trends which, according to research from...
GenAI will vastly improve software tests
By 2028, GenAI-based tools will be capable of writing 70% of software tests, decreasing the need for manual testing and resulting in improvements to test coverage, software usability and code quality, says IDC in its FutureScape: Worldwide Developer and DevOps 2024...
Tourism should return to pre-Covid levels this year
According to the first UNWTO World Tourism Barometer of the year, international tourism ended 2023 at 88% of pre-pandemic levels, with an estimated 1,3-billion international arrivals. The unleashing of remaining pent-up demand, increased air connectivity, and a...
Longevity economy principles aim to improve outcomes for aging societies
In 2020, 1-billion people were aged above 60. By 2050, this number is projected to have more than doubled to 2,1-billion. For individuals to thrive in their longer lives, it is essential for businesses, governments, civil society, and individuals to intentionally...
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In payroll, practical is good but insightful is better
To those viewing payroll and HR departments from the outside, one might be forgiven for assuming them to be fairly constant. By Sandra Crous, MD of PaySpace Traditionally, they are seen as fundamental and mostly administrative functions that work to keep the wheels of...
Vodacom enters consumer IoT market
Vodacom has entered the consumer Internet of Things (IoT) market with V by Vodacom, a range of devices that allow customers to connect and monitor their home, their kids, their pets and their possessions even when they are not there. Consumers can now connect their...
If your data isn’t living on the edge it should be
The end-user experience is critical when it comes to data access. From online shopping to banking and insurance, dealing with any sort of call centre or even buying groceries, nobody wants to be held hostage by slow systems. By Marius Maritz, operations manager at DMP...
Everyone should think like a hacker
Relevant cybersecurity isn't perpetuated exclusively through investment and systems, it is reliant on people and their understanding of the cyber threat. A leading ethical technology hacker in Europe, Jamie Woodruff, gained access to a well-known financial institution...
Fintech and bank partnerships can grow SMEs
The fintech adoption rate in Africa is set to soar, with South Africa ranking third in future growth, after China and India. This is due to the presence of established fintech firms and higher customer acceptance in the country. Partnerships between fintech start-ups...
Self-healing smart grids minimise blackouts
Utilities must adapt smart grids to thrive in a decarbonised, digitised and decentralised electric world. Schneider Electric encourages utilities to change the way they think about energy and how innovations, such as EcoStruxure Grid (our ecosystem of smart grids and...
Macsteel enables B2B e-commerce platform
In what it believes is a first for the steel sector, Macsteel has launched an e-commerce B2B platform to sell steel online, giving customers 24/7 access to a sales and enquiry environment. "Business is no longer constrained to the hours between 8am and 5pm, and we...
Successfully managing risk in a digital world
At a time when IT staff need to deliver on the backup, recovery, and business continuity needs of organisations, decision-makers must be able to successfully manage risk. By Kate Mollett, regional manager for Africa at Veeam In South Africa, the recent launch of...
Identity and access management has business on high alert
Identity and access management (IAM) is now a must in commerce and the need to protect digital assets (most notably data) is driving the development of solutions and widespread adoption, irrespective of the size of the business. Paul Chari, principal consultant EDC...
Helping small business tackle the IT challenge head on
The IT issues facing small businesses (SBs) are no less challenging than those facing an enterprise, yet as an industry IT continues to complicate the sales pitch and oversell technology solutions to SMEs, a market craving innovation. It is with this in mind that...
Developer at ICS Flow – Gauteng Centurion
Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa (On-Site)Responsibilities: Develop and maintain web applications using ASP.NET, adhering to coding standards and best practices.Debugging and maintaining written codeDesign and optimize database structures, ensuring efficient data...
Technical Product Manager
Vacancies exist for THREE Product Managers. Retail/FMCG experience preferred. Two of the roles report to the Portfolio Manager: VAS and Financial Services and the third to the Portfoli Manager: Loyalty. The purpose of these Product Managers is to partner with the...
Technical Product Manager – KwaZulu-Natal Pinetown
Vacancies exist for THREE Product Managers. Retail/FMCG experience preferred. Two of the roles report to the Portfolio Manager: VAS and Financial Services and the third to the Portfoli Manager: Loyalty. The purpose of these Product Managers is to partner with the...
Full Stack Developer 2025-02
Full Stack Developer - Contract Position February 2025 to December 2025Are you a passionate Full Stack Developer ready to shape the future of tech? Our client in the mining industry is looking for a skilled, motivated, and innovative Full Stack Developer to join their...
Full Stack Developer 2025-02 – Remote Remote
Full Stack Developer - Contract Position February 2025 to December 2025Are you a passionate Full Stack Developer ready to shape the future of tech? Our client in the mining industry is looking for a skilled, motivated, and innovative Full Stack Developer to join their...
IT Project Manager
IT Project Manager - Contract Position February 2025 to December 2025Are you a skilled leader with a passion for technology and project management? Do you thrive on delivering complex IT solutions on time and within budget? Our client in the mining industry is looking...
IT Project Manager – Remote Remote
IT Project Manager - Contract Position February 2025 to December 2025Are you a skilled leader with a passion for technology and project management? Do you thrive on delivering complex IT solutions on time and within budget? Our client in the mining industry is looking...
Junior Integration Developer
Design develop and maintain integrations using Microsoft StackCollaborate with IT and business teams to analyse requirements and translate them into robust integration solutionsDevelop and maintain SQL databases including designing tables writing queries and...
Junior Integration Developer – Gauteng Pretoria CBD
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Digital Systems Consultant
Our client is looking for a Data Specialist who will be responsible for utilizing data and analytics to drive strategic decision-making and enhance business performance. Oversees the organization's technology and information systems, ensuring seamless integration,...
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