Net salaries hold steady for now, but uncertainty looms

The PayInc Net Salary Index, which tracks the average nominal net salaries of approximately 2,1-million South African earners, edged higher in March 2026. Remaining above year-ago levels, the data points to a stabilisation in net salaries over the first quarter of...

Technology convergence redefines competitive advantage

The next wave of competitive advantage will come not from individual breakthrough technologies but from the ability to combine and scale multiple technologies across entire operating systems, according to a new World Economic Forum report. As artificial intelligence...

SA’s economic recovery remains fragile

After nearly two decades of weak growth, declining investment and rising structural constraints, South Africa faces a narrow window in which decisive reforms could determine whether it escapes long‑term stagnation or remains trapped in low growth. Coface research...

In an era of instability, restructuring promotes resilience

The era of corporate stability is over and this is why the most important C-suite appointment companies can make in 2026 is a full-time and continually proactive chief restructuring officer (CRO) in charge of a CRO office. A new Global CRO Study 2026, authored by the...

Elon Musk talks ‘tech support’ governance at Dubai summit

Wearing a "Tech Support"-printed T-shirt, Elon Musk virtually took to the stage on the final day of the World Governments Summit in a live discussion with Omar Sultan Al Olama, UAE Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work...

What the 2025 Budget Speech could deliver

The Minister of Finance, Enoch Godongwana, will deliver the 2025 Budget Speech on Wednesday (19 February 2025). During the Budget Speech, the finance minister indicates the allocation of financial resources to the national government’s priorities outlined by President...

Nedbank Hackathon aims for an inclusive future for SMEs

Financial inclusion is the cornerstone of meaningful and sustainable small business growth in South Africa. For the country's SMEs to successfully expand, create employment opportunities, and further South Africa's economic development, tailored, digitally-advanced...

Leadership changes at Seacom

Seacom has announced a number of significant changes within its executive leadership team. Lucas Malamule Ndala has been appointed as the new group chief financial officer, succeeding Richard Schumacher, who takes on the role of chief wholesale and strategic alliances...

Quantum AI the next big thing in the AI evolution

Quantum artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as the next big advancement in AI development, using quantum mechanics to propel capabilities beyond current limits. With a notable 14% three-year CAGR increase in patent filings from 2020 to 2022, quantum AI has vast...

Tough conditions won’t stop Saffers this Black Friday

Despite the cost of living crisis impacting South Africans this year, Black Friday sales are expected to remain buoyant as consumers take advantage of the deals on offer. "Last year, BankservAfrica logged a total of 1.2 million transactions worth over R1 billion on...

African fintech growth could unlock greater economic prosperity

Africa is one of the fastest growing fintech markets with revenue forecasted to grow 13-fold to $65-billion by 2030. In addition to the revenue opportunity, fintechs play an important role in developing the region's economy and improving the lives of African people by...

Last chance to vote for 2023’s top vendors and distributors

At midnight tomorrow (16 November), voting will close for the 2023 survey for this year's Channelwise Awards - the most sought-after and prestigious independent awards in the South African IT distribution channel. We're giving channel players an extra 24 hours to cast...

Fast cyberattacks hinder effective defender response

Telemetry logs were missing in nearly 42% of the attack cases studied by Sophos, according to its Active Adversary Report for Security Practitioners. In 82% of these cases, cybercriminals disabled or wiped out the telemetry to hide their tracks. The report covers...

Business vehicles at bigger risk of hijacking

Tracker's vehicle crime statistics for the period January to June 2023 reveal that hijackings still dominate, accounting for 55% of all national vehicle crime incidents versus theft at 45%. However, while the hijacking to theft ratio for personal vehicles is...

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The enemy within as email-borne threats rise

From BA to Equifax, WikiLeaks to GuptaLeaks, Hillary to Ivanka, leaked information as a result of indiscriminate email use or careless employee behaviour is giving organisations and politicians around the world sleepless nights. By Steve Herridge, Mimecast cyber...

Immersive on-site IT training launched

IT training company HyperionDev has added two on-site IT training bootcamps to its existing developer training offering. Aligned to industry's needs, the on-site Web Developer and Software Engineering are now structured to enable candidates to start coding as soon as...

Payroll audits as SARS looks to make up short-fall

In what now seems to have become an annual occurrence, the Minister of Finance, Tito Mboweni, has announced during this year's budget speech that there will, again, be a tax revenue shortfall - this time to the tune of R43 billion. By Mariana Stander, partner and Jean...

FNB broadens digital payment with Samsung Pay

FNB and RMB Private Bank customers who own a compatible Samsung smart device now have the option to use Samsung Pay to make secure contactless payments at almost any payment terminal in South Africa. Raj Makanjee, FNB Retail CEO, says: "As leaders in digital...

Digital identity question takes centre stage

"On the Internet, nobody knows you're a dog." If you've been around long enough, you've probably run into this famous comic on the net, which sums up the question of digital identity perfectly, writes Lee Naik a tech expert and CEO of TransUnion Africa. Sure, there...

Introducing the modern, flexible, multifaceted workplace

Tech innovation has had to cater for a whole new workplace environment: a technology-driven space characterised by simplified communications, multiple systems, different jobs and, most significantly, a completely new type of employee. Management at ICT solution...

Troye helps cut infrastructure management cost by 70%

With hyperconvergence adoption on the rise and IT leaders turning to hyperconverged infrastructure to deliver on-premise IT services with the speed and operational efficiency of the public cloud, local managed IT services provider Troye has now introduced Nutanix...

Choosing the right tech stack for mobile apps

Speed to market is the key ingredient to sustaining a competitive advantage. In the app development world, choosing the right mobile technology stack could mean the difference between success and failure. If one wants to create a highly functional mobile app - quicker...

New possibilities for enterprise applications

Digital twins, AI-driven automation and blockchain will all change how companies see themselves, writes Christian Pedersen, IFS chief product officer. AI will combine with new-generation sensors to create a new kind of business automation. Digital twins will help...

Troye helps cut infrastructure management cost by 70%

With hyperconvergence adoption on the rise and IT leaders turning to hyperconverged infrastructure to deliver on-premise IT services with the speed and operational efficiency of the public cloud, local managed IT services provider Troye has now introduced Nutanix...

Data Architect – Gauteng Sandown

Are you a seasoned Data Architect ready to design innovative solutions and lead transformative data initiatives? Is this you?You have a deep passion for data and a track record of delivering high-quality solutions. You're analytical, detail-oriented, and possess the...

IT Engineer (English Mother tongue only) – Northern Cape Kimberley

English mother tongue speakers onlyMain Requirements:The company is looking to hire professionals, that is passionate to resolve IT related problems, as well as creating an enhanced customer experience for the company's clients. The candidate must have project...

Junior Analyst – Eastern Cape Sidwell

Our client, an international concern, is seeking a newly graduated professional individual with excellent communication, research, and analytical skills. The incumbent will need to be methodical, with strong attention to detail and an interest in internet research....

Software Developer – Full – Stack

Software Developer – Full - StackOur client, a leading provider of supply chain technology and consulting solutions to emerging markets across the globe is seeking talented full-stack developers with a passion for building innovative and meaningful software, and a...

Programme Administrator at Ntice Search

Our client, the South African Sugar Association (SASA) has a permanent opportunity available in their External Affairs Division for a Programme Administrator based at their offices in Mount Edgecombe, KwaZulu-NatalThe External Affairs Division of the South African...

Software Developer – Full – Stack – Gauteng Randburg

Software Developer – Full - StackOur client, a leading provider of supply chain technology and consulting solutions to emerging markets across the globe is seeking talented full-stack developers with a passion for building innovative and meaningful software, and a...

Software Developer – Back – End

Our client, a leading provider of supply chain technology and consulting solutions to emerging markets across the globe is seeking talented back-end developers with a passion for building innovative and meaningful software, and a focus on flexible, scalable,...

Intermediate Java Developer

Job Description: We are looking for a skilled and passionate Java Developer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and enhancing backend systems with a strong focus on Java, Spring Boot, and related technologies....

Software Developer – Back – End – Gauteng Randburg

Our client, a leading provider of supply chain technology and consulting solutions to emerging markets across the globe is seeking talented back-end developers with a passion for building innovative and meaningful software, and a focus on flexible, scalable,...

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