Muse highlights privacy, copyright issues in AI training

Copyright and privacy issues under the spotlight as Meta withdraws Muse feature

PC shipments tank as memory crunch bites

Worldwide PC shipments fell 4,9% year-over-year in Q2 2026 to 68,2-million units, according to IDC — the first decline after nine consecutive quarters of growth. A persistent memory chip shortage drove the reversal, pushing vendors to pull inventory forward as far as...

AI, cross-border trade reshape e-commerce in SA

AI could soon choose what we buy, sustainability has shifted from nice-to-have to non-negotiable, and second-hand shopping is rapidly becoming mainstream, according to DHL’s E-Commerce Trends Report 2026. Based on survey findings from 29 000 online shoppers and 5 800...

How air transport industry plans to move 10bn passengers a year

It really sounds like a frequent flyer’s dream: Borders cleared in 10 seconds; weather delays cut by 65%; lost luggage down 90%; AI continually driving efficiency. But all this is becoming reality, says the SITA Impact Report 2025, documenting a year of customer-led...

MTN partners with Wakanda to support spaza shops

MTN South Africa has partnered with Wakanda through the Digital Innovation for Modernising the Independent Economy (DIME) initiative of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), which aims to empower township entrepreneurs through practical digital solutions,...

SA the top African target for digital fraud

South Africa had the highest rate of suspected digital fraud among the African countries analysed in a new study, with 3% of transactions involving consumers in South Africa being suspected of digital fraud during 2025 – slightly below the global average of 3,8%. In...

SA’s hard-won recovery under pressure

As we enter the second quarter of 2026, the hard-won momentum of South Africa’s economic recovery is facing a major stress test. A global energy shock has ignited a severe cost-of-living hike, with soaring fuel prices threatening a new wave of logistics-driven...

FNB launches SME digital enablement programme

FNB and Edge Growth have launched the FNB Digital Enablement Programme (DEP), an 18-month, hands-on journey designed to help SMEs modernise their operations and compete with greater confidence and agility. DEP moves beyond traditional training by offering real...

Woman in Technology award goes to Aasiyah Adams

Visionary technologist, Aasiyah Adams has been named the Woman in Technology winner at the 2026 Woman in Stature Awards South Africa, recognising her outstanding contribution to digital transformation and technological advancement. In a category supported by iME, the...

EdTech really isn’t all about AI

EdTech specialist, Injini, has released the fourth edition of its African EdTech Insights Report, questioning whether the technology being deployed in African schools is actually serving the purpose its designed for. Titled "When Technology Meets the Classroom: What...

Capetonians face high air pollution risk

More than 40% of Cape Town’s metropolitan population is exposed to high or very high levels of air pollution, according to a new study by the University of Cape Town (UCT) which has produced the first high-resolution map of air pollution risk across the area. The...

Memory and SSD shortage set to impact SA

The memory and SSD crisis is real – and it’s broader and faster‑moving than many in the IT industry expect. This is the stark warning from Craig Nowitz, CEO of Syntech, who recently returned from the Hong Kong electronics shows and a week of factory visits in China....

Strategic wireless investments drive higher ROI in the AI era

WiFi has evolved into a strategic growth engine capable of delivering a multiplier effect - where a single network investment drives compounding returns across employee productivity, customer engagement and revenue. This is the headline finding from Cisco’s new State...

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Paul Divall joins DFA as chief commercial officer

DFA has announced the appointment of Paul Divall as chief commercial officer, leading DFA’s commercial strategy, driving product go-to-market execution, partner collaboration, customer satisfaction and revenue growth “Delivering value and making it easy for our...

Digital sovereignty is about outcomes, not theoretical ideals

The conversation around digital sovereignty is gaining momentum worldwide. In today’s climate of geopolitical uncertainty and technological competition, it is both natural and necessary for nations to seek greater control over their digital futures. The real issue is...

What the history of cyber threats can teach us about AI attacks

The greatest threat in cybersecurity right now isn’t the artificial intelligence of the future; it’s the human oversight of the past. For all the sophistication of modern attacks, the most devastating breaches are often echoes of old mistakes written in new code. By...

Why cloud confidence is a sales pitch

In recent years, high-profile breaches have shattered the illusion that cloud providers are infallible. This is according to Nexsan and its sub-Saharan Africa distributor CASA Software. “From Snowflake’s 2024 breach affecting over 100 major customers to Oracle Cloud’s...

Digital blindspots: how fincrime thrives in SA

South Africa has tightened Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) regulations since the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) greylisting in 2023, but financial crime (fincrime) remains prevalent. By Bradley Elliott, CEO of RelyComply  While some money...

Building a data-driven culture starts with empowering people

The conversation around data analytics often centres on technology - dashboards, AI tools, and machine learning models. But the true differentiator between organisations that use data effectively and those that merely collect it isn’t software. It’s culture. A...

Africa’s gaming sector can power impactful development

Africa’s gaming sector is expanding rapidly, attracting attention not just for its entertainment value but for the social and economic opportunities it presents. By Alex Mabunda, group CEO of Ntiyiso Consulting Group Across the continent, lotteries and gaming...

AI must solve real problems – not just generate more data

As organisations rush to adopt artificial intelligence, many are building sophisticated systems that solve imaginary problems, Nedbank's group technology executive for product management Makopi Nkopodi has a clear message: AI initiatives must be explicitly linked to...

Credit risk management in practice

Trading on credit remains one of the most powerful growth tools in business – but also one of the riskiest. Speaking at the latest Debtsource Academy, Frank Knight, CEO of Debtsource, shared practical insights on how companies can balance risk and growth by building...

The future of cards in the digital-first era

From swipes to digital wallets, virtual cards, contactless taps, and wearables - cards have maintained their dominance through constant reinvention. But as global technology and market forces accelerate change, the future of cards is one to look forward to, writes...

Technical Test Analyst (CPT Onsite) – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:A self-driven & strong Technical Test Analyst is sought by a fast-paced Specialist in End-to-end IT Management and Consultative IT Services based in the Northern Suburbs. You core role will be to contribute to the Technical Testing function (Manual and...

Project Manager – Nigeria – Remote Remote

Hire Resolve's client is urgently seeking the expertise of a Project Manager in Nigeria. Key Requirements: +10 years experience within construction specialising in earthworksNational Diploma in Civil Engineering or higher from a reputable South African Tertiary...

Software Engineering Manager at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Software Engineering Manager – Lead High-Performing Engineering TeamsWe are looking for an exceptional Software Engineering Manager to lead and grow high-performing, cross-functional engineering teams building scalable, reliable, and modern software solutions.This is...

Software Implementation Engineer

About the RoleWe are operating at the cutting edge of Artificial Intelligence and Enterprise Architecture—shaping how modern businesses run through autonomous AI systems. As a Software Implementation Engineer, you will play a key role in building and deploying...

Software Implementation Engineer – KwaZulu-Natal KwaZulu-Natal

About the RoleWe are operating at the cutting edge of Artificial Intelligence and Enterprise Architecture—shaping how modern businesses run through autonomous AI systems. As a Software Implementation Engineer, you will play a key role in building and deploying...

Senior Business Analyst (Centurion Hybrid)

ENVIRONMENT:DEFINE and refine complex business problems, influencing solution direction, and ensuring alignment across multiple stakeholders, systems, and initiatives as the next Senior Business Analyst wanted by a dynamic provider of Integrated Security Solutions....

Senior Business Analyst (Centurion Hybrid) – Gauteng Centurion

ENVIRONMENT:DEFINE and refine complex business problems, influencing solution direction, and ensuring alignment across multiple stakeholders, systems, and initiatives as the next Senior Business Analyst wanted by a dynamic provider of Integrated Security Solutions....

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