Even without data centres, Africa faces water bankruptcy

A new United Nations (UN) report says the world has moved past a water crisis into water bankruptcy – and Africa’s utility numbers already show what that looks like.

How technology is changing decision-making in mining

The Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR), and particularly AI, is no longer a pipedream in South African mining - technology is already influencing how decisions are made, how risks are managed, and how value is created. It’s a critical period for the local mining...

AMD launches full-stack compute for agentic AI

AMD has launched its next-generation AI infrastructure and physical AI portfolio, led by AMD Helios rackscale solutions now in production and set to be be deployed by at gigawatt scale. At its Advancing AI 2026 event yesterday, AMD chair and CEO Dr Lisa Su said: “The...

Does SA have what it takes to stay off the FATF greylist?

On 24 October 2025, the Financial Action Task Force removed South Africa from its list of jurisdictions under increased monitoring, 32 months after being placed there in February 2023. The reforms that got it off the list were real: new legislation, better beneficial...

Ambitious reforms needed to boost productivity, employment

South Africa has extraordinary growth potential, though low public investment and high costs of doing business have been holding back growth. Major structural reforms are needed to boost productivity and advance the country towards meeting its goals of durably...

Don’t be fooled by fake AARTO news

The Road Traffic Infringement Agency (RTIA) has noted with concern the proliferation of fake news and misinformation surrounding the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (AARTO) Act rollout. The agency urges members of the public to exercise caution...

After crypto highs … prepare for crypto lows

After a fantastic crypto performance in 2023, the bullish crypto market momentum continues in 2024 with all the leading cryptos reaching their multi-year highs. The world`s largest and most expensive crypto, Bitcoin, jumped 60% in value in Q1, reaching an all-time...

Record-breaking year ahead for travel and tourism

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is projecting a record-breaking year for travel and tourism in 2024, with the sector's global economic contribution set to reach an all-time high of $11,1-trillion. According to the global tourism body's 2024 Economic...

Cybersecurity training on the cusp of a boom period

The global cybersecurity training market is estimated to reach $13,7-billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 17,4% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report from Grand View Research. Cybersecurity training empowers a wide range of professionals - from managers and IT...

IIoT device adoption to surge in oil and gas industry

The installed base of wireless devices featuring cellular, satellite, or LPWA connectivity in the oil and gas industry is forecast to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 19,3% from 7,8-million units at the end of 2023 to 18,8-million connected devices by...

SA consumers once again show their resilience

South African consumer spending remains resilient - and there is strong local adoption of digital wallets compared to their global peers, according to the latest Discovery Bank and Visa sponsored SpendTrend24 report. This latest report is based on more than 13-billion...

Cookie leaks: why you should be worried

More than 54-billion cookies have been leaked on the dark web, according to the latest research conducted by independent researchers and released by NordVPN. While cookies are mostly known as an essential tool for browsing, many are unaware that cookies have become...

Microsoft engineer accidentally saves millions from malware attack

Millions of computers worldwide could have been victims of the most widespread IT hack yet, had it not been foiled just days ago by Microsoft engineer, who spotted the malicious code almost by accident. Andres Freund is a Microsoft software engineer who realised that...

Credit squeeze spawns sharp spike in fraud

Businesses have experienced a noticeable spike in fraudulent activity - coupled with a significant increase in the value of fraudulent transactions, according to Debtsource credit application data. The context is that companies now rely more heavily on supplier credit...

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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...

Netshield offers infrastructure management at scale

Customers looking to remotely manage infrastructure, sensitive equipment, energy and water distribution or respond accurately to environmental threats such as fires and even flooding, can now do so at scale and across multiple sites with a point of presence...

Palladium Accounting adds transformation specialists

Palladium Accounting, South Africa's locally developed ERP is launching the Business3 Conference, a business transformation event. Business3 will bring business owners, CEOs, MDs and executives together with business transformation specialists to learn how to harness...

Data security in the age of the cloud

With IT spending in South Africa on the increase and organisations increasingly turning to the cloud to host their data, cybersecurity must remain a strategic priority. And so it has become less about the technical capabilities of protection and more about...

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My client based in Bellville (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for a Senior Project Manager to join them on a fixed term contract IT / Finance Responsibilities Develop project plans, including scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, resources, and budgetLead...

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Design, develop, and execute automated test scripts using Python, .NET, and Angular. Utilize Xray for managing test cases, executing tests, and tracking defects. Collaborate with development teams to understand application functionality and create comprehensive test...

Senior Java Developer and Technical Team Leader – Gauteng Centurion

Senior Java Developer / Tech LeadWe are seeking a skilled Senior Java Developer / Tech Lead to join our dynamic IT team. This role offers an opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies, designing and developing microservice-based applications using Java, Spring,...

Data Analyst – KwaZulu-Natal Durban

Position : Data Analyst Area: Durban We're looking for a detail-oriented Data Analyst to support our planner and help drive data-driven decision-making in the Durban branch. If you have advanced Excel skills and a keen eye for numbers, this could be the perfect...

Intermediate Software Developer – Gauteng Braamfontein

SUMMARY We currently have a 12-month contract opportunity available with the possibility of being renewed for an Intermediate Software Developer to either be based in Cape Town or Gauteng. Most of the time you will be working remotely whilst being part of a Solutions...

Project Manager – Western Cape Cape Town Region

My client based in Bellville (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for a Senior Project Manager to join them on a fixed term contract IT / Finance Responsibilities Develop project plans, including scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, resources, and budgetLead...

Test Analyst (Senior) Python, .NET, and Angular – Gauteng Pretoria

Design, develop, and execute automated test scripts using Python, .NET, and Angular. Utilize Xray for managing test cases, executing tests, and tracking defects. Collaborate with development teams to understand application functionality and create comprehensive test...

Data Scientists (All levels) (CH1109)

Join our client in the credit Industry as a Data Scientist!Are you passionate about turning data into actionable insights?Our client is seeking talented Data Scientists on all levels (Senior & Junior), to join their team! In this role, you'll leverage your...

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Join our client in the credit Industry as a Data Scientist!Are you passionate about turning data into actionable insights?Our client is seeking talented Data Scientists on all levels (Senior & Junior), to join their team! In this role, you'll leverage your...

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JOB PURPOSE Include primary accomplishments, products, and services, who benefits from them and how Design technology solutions for the organisation by defining integrated solution architectures that are aligned with IT strategies and architectures to meet and support...

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