They don’t know how, but execs believe AI will drive business growth

New research from the IBM Institute for Business Value reveals that nearly eight in 10 (79%) surveyed executives expect AI will significantly contribute to their revenue by 2030 – up from 40% today. But few (24%) have a clear view of where that revenue will come from....

Cedarberg reveals tiny ecosystem that helped kick-start life

An international team of scientists from South Africa, Canada, France and the UK has uncovered fossil evidence of a tiny ecosystem that helped kick-start the recovery of Earth’s oceans after a global mass extinction. The team, led by Dr Claire Browning, an Honorary...

CEOs take the lead as AI investment gains pace

Corporate AI investment is growing significantly and it’s not about to slow down. Companies are planning to double their spending on the technology in 2026, accounting for about 1,7% of revenues - more than twice the increase for 2025. Meanwhile, CEOs are rolling up...

Geoeconomic risks rise in new age of competition

The World Economic Forum's Global Risks Report 2026, published yesterday (14 January), finds geoeconomic confrontation emerges as the top risk for the year, followed by interstate conflict, extreme weather, societal polarisation and misinformation and disinformation....

SA schools shine at Inspired Builds robotics competition

Three South African schools – Reddam House Bedfordview, Reddford House The Hills and Reddam House Umhlanga – have earned top honours in the global Inspired Builds robotics competition, a technology challenge involving 111 schools across 24 countries. The annual...

Africa unites to save lives on Red Saturday

The South African National Blood Service (SANBS) and the Western Cape Blood Service (WCBS)  will join blood services across Africa for a ground-breaking blood donation event, Red Saturday, scheduled for Saturday 29 November 2025. The event aims to engage thousands of...

How to build change readiness among employees

Just 45% of employees reported that they realised the change goals set by their organization, according to Gartner. An April 2025 Gartner survey of nearly 1 000 mid- to senior-level business leaders revealed that more than one-third (36%) said their team is more...

Business Partners Entrepreneur of the Year finalists named

With entrepreneurs in the local spotlight as potential job creators and economic drivers, Business Partners has revealed the 15 finalists in its 37th annual Entrepreneur of the Year awards. “These entrepreneurs represent the forward momentum of South Africa's...

Jeanette Safi wins PSG Financial Services #ThinkBigSA competition

The winners of the second PSG Financial Services #ThinkBigSA have been announced, with corporate lawyer and capital markets adviser Jeannette Safi scooping first place and R500 000 with her paper “Move, Multiply, Matter: Unlocking the Potential of South Africa’s...

Economic activity strengthens despite risks

Reflecting the resilience of the South African economy and agility of its businesses, the PayInc Economic Index, which tracks electronic transactions processed by PayInc, improved for the fifth consecutive month in September 2025. While several positive factors are...

Consumers want more support to lead healthier lives

A shift in consumer values is redefining the future of food, as revealed in PwC’s 2025 Voice of the Consumer report. The survey reveals that consumers want to purchase food that aligns with their attitudes towards health, convenience and sustainability. However,...

Global leaders call for shared responsibility on health

Global leaders reaffirmed their commitment to health as a political priority and a cornerstone of peace and resilience at of the World Health Summit, calling for shared responsibility in shaping a healthier, more resilient world. Nina Warken, German federal health...

These are the platforms trusted for accuracy

While social platform visibility is important, trustworthiness is the critical factor shaping platform strategy for marketers, according to a survey by Gartner. Among all platforms evaluated, YouTube emerged as the most trusted social platform for accurate...

5G investments fuel data demand and digital revolution

The Middle East and Africa (MEA) regions is seeing an accelerating shift towards 5G connectivity, which is expected to account for a significant share of mobile subscriptions and data traffic by 2030. This is among the findings from Nokia’s latest Mobile Broadband...

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Stronger relationships drive procurement excellence in Africa

Procurement is increasingly recognised as one of Africa’s most powerful economic levers. Public procurement accounts for an average of 17% of GDP across African countries, making it a key driver of infrastructure delivery, public service provision, and national...

Deepfakes and disinformation threaten business

Recenlty, at a typical South African braai, I found myself in a heated conversation with someone highly educated — yet passionately defending a piece of propaganda that had already been widely debunked. By Anna Collard, senior vice-president: content strategy and...

How the new world of work impacts business stakeholders

The South African workplace, like many others across the globe, has experienced significant changes in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic. By Dr Chris Blair, group director of 21st Century These changes, while transformative and in some cases beneficial, have also...

POS could revolutionise SA’s auto industry

The South African automotive sector was lauded as one of the champions of the country’s economy, with the president announcing a variety of investment plans, industrialisation programmes and local production expansion. While larger operators are ahead of the curve...

Economic uncertainty drives increased risk of fraud

During periods of economic uncertainty - whether caused by tariffs, geopolitical events, or other market disruptions - the risk of fraud typically increases, as is common in any volatile financial environment. Malicious actors may look for ways to exploit the...

What SA’s tougher carbon tax means for high-emission industries

The South African government’s ‘carrot and stick’ approach to carbon emissions is going to feature more stick and less carrot in the coming years, as the incentives become less generous and the deterrents more onerous. In other words, the tax-free carbon allowance is...

The state of data protection laws in Africa

Data protection is no longer a niche concern; it’s a fundamental part of the digital age. With businesses, governments, and individuals increasingly relying on digital platforms, the issue of personal data security has never been more critical. By Oluwakemi Ola,...

Decoding Parkinson’s with AI and the cloud

When the British surgeon James Parkinson first described “shaking palsy” in 1817, he did so by looking at the way patients’ bodies moved. Two centuries on, most specialists seeking to diagnose Parkinson’s Disease still do the same. They rely on physical symptoms to...

Growing data centre industry paves the way for AI-powered enterprises

Data centre infrastructure in South Africa has enjoyed a significant boost thanks to continued investments by hyperscalers and the increasing need for AI-ready infrastructure. By Johan Robinson, EMEA AI platform leader at Red Hat Case in point, Microsoft plans to...

Millennials and Gen Zs are redefining financial literacy

Financial literacy is undergoing a radical transformation, driven by Millennials (age 29-44) and Gen Zs (age 13-28), who are rewriting the norms of money management. Unlike previous generations, which relied on financial advisers, banks and formal education, younger...

Graduate/Junior Developer

This is the dream job for a smart and enthusiastic young graduate looking to get ahead in their professional career.A leading integration's and products company with a specialisation in the HR Automatation Industry is looking to hire a talented, energetic and suitably...

Application Architect

Purpose of the RoleThe Applications Architect will be responsible for designing, maintaining, and optimising the organisation's enterprise-wide application architecture. The role ensures that application design and implementation align with approved enterprise...

Graduate/Junior Developer – Gauteng Sandton

This is the dream job for a smart and enthusiastic young graduate looking to get ahead in their professional career.A leading integration's and products company with a specialisation in the HR Automatation Industry is looking to hire a talented, energetic and suitably...

Application Architect – Gauteng Centurion

Purpose of the RoleThe Applications Architect will be responsible for designing, maintaining, and optimising the organisation's enterprise-wide application architecture. The role ensures that application design and implementation align with approved enterprise...

IT Quality Test Analyst (CH1184)

Our client, in the Payments and Lending industry, has an opening for an IT Quality Test Analyst will work closely as part of the software delivery team and will assist with testing life cycle activities to ensure successful completion of business initiatives. Testing...

Cloud Developer (BI Tableau & DevOps)

We're hiring a Cloud Developer (BI, Tableau & DevOps) for one of South Africa's leading establishments, where data-driven insights play a central role in strategic decision-making. This role is ideal for a technically strong developer who enjoys transforming...

IT Quality Test Analyst (CH1184) – Western Cape Kuils River

Our client, in the Payments and Lending industry, has an opening for an IT Quality Test Analyst will work closely as part of the software delivery team and will assist with testing life cycle activities to ensure successful completion of business initiatives. Testing...

Mid to Senior Full Stack Developer

Our client is a corporate ridesharing service, delivering highly competitive transportation solutions tailored to businesses. We help companies streamline operations, reduce costs, and provide a safer, more efficient travel experience for their employees. Position...

Senior IT Technician

A dynamic skin care company is seeking a skilled Senior IT Technician to join their IT team, providing high-level technical support across the business. The role involves resolving hardware, software, and network issues within a 48-hour turnaround, performing root...

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