AI dominates the corporate risk landscape

AI-enabled discovery of cyber vulnerabilities emerged as the most critical emerging risk facing organisations worldwide in the second quarter of 2026, according to Gartner. The Gartner Quarterly Emerging Risk Report series compiles insights and perspectives from...

AI misinformation is accelerating Africa’s risk landscape

As misinformation, cybercrime, health emergencies, civil unrest, extreme weather and infrastructure disruption become progressively interconnected across Africa, organisations are under growing pressure to distinguish fact from fiction before uncertainty escalates...

Business leaders bet big on robots, but few are ready

Robotics is no longer a bet on the future - it's a plan for the next five years – but according to new research from Intel, most organisations are moving faster than their operating models can support. The new study – The Robotics Readiness Gap - finds a stark...

Hubble solves merger mystery from Milky Way’s early years

Our home galaxy, the Milky Way, grew to its current size in part by consuming smaller galaxies. Now, new data from NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope shows definitive evidence of a dwarf galaxy merging with the young Milky Way galaxy in the earliest phases of its...

Proba-3 mission creates artificial solar eclipse

The European Space Agency’s Proba-3 mission has unveiled its first images of the Sun’s outer atmosphere – the solar corona. The mission’s two satellites, able to fly as a single spacecraft thanks to a suite of onboard positioning technologies, have succeeded in...

Call to strengthen child online protection in Africa

The GSMA, in partnership with the mobile industry, is calling for strengthened collective action to protect children online across Africa. Building on insights from a high-level roundtable convened at the Ministerial Programme during MWC25 Barcelona, the GSMA has...

Global PC monitor market returns to growth

The global PC monitor market ended 2023 on a hopeful note, reaching 31,9-million units during the fourth quarter of 2023 (4Q23), according to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly PC Monitor Tracker. This translates to year-over-year growth of...

AI, security, sustainability the major IT modernisation drivers

The use of hybrid multicloud models is forecasted to double over the next one to three years as IT decision-makers face new pressures to modernise IT infrastructures because of drivers like AI, security and sustainability. This is the headline finding from Nutanix's...

Technology and data are Africa’s most in-demand skills

The need for agility, cost flexibility, and access to critical skills became increasingly important in the 2023 talent landscape. As a result, Outsized, an on-demand talent platform that operates in Africa, the Middle East and Asia-Pacific, has seen a surge of demand...

R2,2bn shopping boost expected this Easter

Easter shopping season is expected to signal the start of a turnaround for retail in South Africa, according to a mixed method research study conducted on behalf of Capital Connect. The research forecasts that the total retail sector will benefit from a R2,219-billion...

Internet shutdowns cost the world economy $50bn

Last year, almost 750-million people worldwide were affected by government-caused Internet blockages and shutdowns. By controlling, partially blocking, or even going into full internet blackouts, governments not only cut people off from information but also caused...

AMD, Sony partner on LiDAR automotive reference design

AMD's adaptive computing technology has been selected by Sony Semiconductor Solutions (SSS) for its newest automotive LiDAR reference design. SSS and AMD joined forces to deliver a powerful and efficient LiDAR solution for use in autonomous vehicles. Using adaptive...

Intel gets $8,5bn direct funding under CHIPS Act

Intel and the US Department of Commerce have signed a non-binding preliminary memorandum of terms (PMT) for up to $8,5-billion in direct funding to Intel for commercial semiconductor projects under the CHIPS and Science Act. CHIPS Act funding aims to increase US...

Data, fintech services key for MTN

MTN has reported that group service revenue grew by 6,9% (13,5% in constant currency after accounting for the impact of the pro forma adjustments) for the year ended 31 December 2023, to R210,1-billin (2022: R196,5-billion). EBITDA (before once-off items) was down by...

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How to recognise a conflict of interest

Sometimes procurement professionals can be caught with their hand in the cookie jar, mixing business with pleasure to the detriment of their employers. While the King IV Report on Corporate Governance guides the private sector and the Public Finance Management Act and...

Visa B2B Connect launches globally

Visa has announced the commercial launch of the Visa B2B Connect network, giving financial institutions an ability to quickly and securely process high-value corporate cross-border payments globally. The Visa B2B Connect launch will cover more than 30 global trade...

PayU launches operations in Kenya

Economic growth in the East Africa region is estimated to remain at a steady 5,9% in 2019, a significantly higher percentage than North Africa at 4,9% and southern Africa at 1,2%, according to the African Development Bank. The countries with the highest economic...

All the action from the SAS AI Roadshow

The opportunities made possible through Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Analytics were brought to life at the annual AI Roadshow held by analytics leader SAS. Several key business makers, media, and civil stakeholders attended the event to gain insight into the...

Brick and click the answer to online cars sales

With the number of online shoppers expected to approach 25 million by 2021 (up from 18 million in 2017), e-commerce is experiencing a boom time in South Africa. The average online spend is anticipated to be approximately R2 700 in two years’ time, so clearly it is a...

Africa urged to fast-track integration

African leaders this week underscored the urgent need to fast-track the continent’s regional integration process in order to accelerate Africa’s economic transformation. The call was made at the opening ceremony of the Bank’s 2019 Annual Meetings, in Malabo,...

Fujitsu wins NetApp EMEA Partner Excellence

Fujitsu has been awarded the coveted EMEA Partner Excellence Award for “International Partner of the Year” by NetApp, in recognition of exceptional performance, desire to innovate and provide customers with outstanding service quality. On a global basis, Fujitsu is...

Trends driving the gaming market in 2019

Current trends are positively reshaping the gaming experience, transforming virtual to reality through ICT innovation. As the gaming industry evolves, gaming enthusiasts are increasingly devouring cutting-edge technology, says Matthew Hall, product director at...

BT-SA announces new infrastructure offering

Technologies SA (BT-SA) is pleased to announce its new Asset Infrastructure Offering which ensures that enterprises not only have installation of infrastructure, but can procure the assets themselves from BT-SA. Many businesses need to put relevant infrastructure in...

Engineering a new method for data destruction

Xperien is now able to professionally erase data on retired IT assets in compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (PoPIA). It offers safe and secure data destruction services and all its data destruction methods are accompanied by certificates that...

Back-end Developer

Job Purpose: Develop and maintain backend infrastructure and features for the platform. Focus on writing scalable and high-performance backend code.Hybrid Working Module (2 Days work from home)Requirements:Education:IT/Computer Science Degree or equivalent...

Technical Domian Specialist (D365) – Remote Remote

Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Technical Domain Specialist (D365) to join our financial services client based in Sandton for a 12-months contract role. We are...

Senior Java Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg

We're looking for a Senior Java Developer to help us revolutionize the software development industry! If you're a Java guru with a passion for Java-related technologies, and a commitment to delivering high-quality software solutions, join us, and let's create magic!...

Back-end Developer – Gauteng Centurion

Job Purpose: Develop and maintain backend infrastructure and features for the platform. Focus on writing scalable and high-performance backend code.Hybrid Working Module (2 Days work from home)Requirements:Education:IT/Computer Science Degree or equivalent...

Senior .Net Developer

We're looking for a talented and motivated Senior .Net Developer to join our growing team. As the Senior .Net Developer, you'll play a critical role in designing and developing high-quality software products for market.What you'll do:Develop utilising various...

Process and Migration Business Analyst at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Intermediate Business Analyst to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have experience in process automation, workflows, business requirements gathering, JAD (Joint Application Development) sessions,...

3D Swift Developer

Developing applications for Apple Vision OS using Swift Creating 3D visualizations for medical and pharmaceutical contexts Modeling complex anatomical structures (skeletons, organs, vascular systems) Building interactive 3D experiences and ensuring high visual quality...

Senior .Net Developer – Eastern Cape Gqebera

We're looking for a talented and motivated Senior .Net Developer to join our growing team. As the Senior .Net Developer, you'll play a critical role in designing and developing high-quality software products for market.What you'll do:Develop utilising various...

3D Swift Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg

Developing applications for Apple Vision OS using Swift Creating 3D visualizations for medical and pharmaceutical contexts Modeling complex anatomical structures (skeletons, organs, vascular systems) Building interactive 3D experiences and ensuring high visual quality...

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