Gamblers say they’re in control. The data suggests otherwise
A new national study conducted by local research technology company Yazi has revealed concerning insights into the realities of online gambling in South Africa, uncovering a pattern of financial sacrifice, informal borrowing and loss-chasing behaviour that often sits...
Early mental health support remains out of reach for men
As South Africa marks Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month, data from Lyra Southern Africa highlights a clear and persistent gap between mental health need and help‑seeking behaviour. Men account for just three in 10 users of employee wellness programmes, despite...
Defensibility key in stablecoin adoption
As banks, financial institutions, telcos and payment service providers (PSPs) increasingly adopt stablecoins as foundational infrastructure for treasury management and cross-border payments, regulatory defensibility has become paramount. This is according to Yellow...
AI success hinges on bigger investments
Organisations that report successful AI initiatives invest up to four times more (as a percentage of revenue) in foundational areas such as data quality, governance, AI-ready people and change management compared to those that experience poor outcomes from AI,...
Global IT spend set for13,5% growth, to $6,31trn
Worldwide IT spending is expected to reach $6,31-trillion in 2026, up 13,5% from 2025, according to the latest forecast by Gartner. “This latest forecast underscores the accelerating momentum in AI infrastructure and advanced memory,” says John-David Lovelock,...
UCT researchers uncover molecular ‘switch’ that fuels cancer
Researchers from the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Scientific Computing Research Unit (SCRU) have uncovered a critical molecular "switch" that drives the formation of cancer-associated antigens. The study, published in Nature Communications, details how the spatial...
Moves from Western Cape to Gauteng surge
South African households are on the move in growing numbers, but the country’s internal migration story is no longer defined by a single coastal “semigration” narrative, according to the Wise Move 2026 SA Migration Report. New data points to a more dynamic cycle of...
AMD launches Ryzen 9 dual processor with AMD 3D V-Cache
AMD has released the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition processor, its first processor that brings dual AMD 3D V-Cache technology to the desktop, unlocking a new level of performance for developers, creators and gamers. Built for demanding developers, the AMD Ryzen 9...
Nvidid, Google Cloud partner on agentic and physical AI
Nvidia and Google Cloud are expanding Google Cloud AI Hypercomputer for AI factories that they believe will power the next frontier of agentic and physical AI. These include the new Nvidia Vera Rubin-powered A5X bare-metal instances; a preview of Google Gemini on...
SA has 118 000 unfilled tech jobs. Why are jobseekers battling?
In 2018, Kate Maakane placed second in a hackathon. She was hungry for the opportunity, bright and ready to be challenged. The tech industry didn't come knocking. It took six more years before she got her shot. A comprehensive 2024/2025 research report titled...
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Early engagement matters for cybersecurity in digital transformation
Digital transformation is reshaping industries. Organisations are investing in cloud, AI, and data analytics to drive growth and agility. By Gilchrist Mushwana, partner and national head of cybersecurity at BDO South Africa Yet, cybersecurity is often brought in too...
How under-siege retailers can fight cybercrime and fraud
So far in 2025, South African retailers are facing an unprecedented wave of cybercrime and fraud, as businesses battle a sophisticated and ever-evolving threat landscape. By Chandni Gopal, partner, Aaqilah Nagdee, senior associate, and Precious Maphupha, candidate...
A CX Hub could be your competitive advantage
Even as customer experience increasingly shifts from being a peripheral concern to being a foundational pillar of modern business strategy, many businesses are finding that their traditional customer service models and approaches are no longer meeting their needs. By...
Protect yourself from credit scams
Many South Africans are struggling with rising living costs and job insecurity. These pressures can leave even the most careful earners feeling desperate. Salem Nyati, consumer financial education specialist at Momentum Group, warns that fraudsters often target people...
The Black Friday remix: what 2025 will look like
In 2024, Black Friday stopped being an imported promo day in South Africa and started dictating terms. It was a supercharged, concentrated surge of shopping that reset expectations and rewired retail playbooks. By Rory Bosman, chief sales and marketing officer at...
Navigating POPIA in a digitally borderless world
In South Africa, the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) is reshaping how organisations handle personal data, both locally and across borders. By Ryan Boyes, governance, risk and compliance officer at Galix For businesses operating internationally, the...
Are enterprises truly prepared when ransomware strikes?
Over the past few months, a series of high-profile ransomware attacks have disrupted the operations of major organisations across sectors – from healthcare and manufacturing to public infrastructure and education. These incidents, though varied in scope and industry,...
The AI-driven shift in data centre strategy
Modern data centres are evolving into agile, high-efficiency ecosystems designed to meet rising digital demands. What started as basic mainframe storage has transformed into globally distributed, hyperscale infrastructure powered by cloud computing. By Wiaan Vermaak,...
Navigating a skills shortage in a talent tug-of-war
South Africa’s workforce paradox is stark: employment in the formal sector, which calls for qualified incumbents, decreased by 245 000 jobs in the first quarter of 2025, with businesses struggling to fill critical roles in highly skilled areas including technology,...
Transforming SA’s business sector goes beyond law and regulation
Businesses need to continually review their progress and reset their goals to accommodate the multiple dynamics of their organisation. One of the areas that needs diligent attention is diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) policy and practice, writes Taelo...
Full Stack Developer (Senior) 2575
A skilled Fullstack Developer with expertise in modern frontend and backend technologies, working within cloud environments to build scalable, secure, and high-quality applications. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Angular and [URL Removed] TypeScript, and...
Mid-Level Backend PHP Developer
Our client is looking for a Mid-Level Backend PHP Developer to join their engineering team. This role is suited to a proactive, detail-oriented, and technically strong developer with solid PHP experience and a passion for building scalable, high-quality backend...
ERP Systems Specialist – Gauteng Gauteng
A well-established public entity is seeking to appoint a ERP Systems Specialist The incumbent will act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the ERP environment across all business units, ensuring system integrity, regulatory compliance, operational efficiency,...
SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA) – 24 Months Fixed-Term Contract – Gauteng Gauteng
The purpose of the job is to plan, manage, administer, and secure system databases, troubleshoot database issues affecting system performance, and ensure data quality across the databases.JOB DESCRIPTIONManage SQL Server databases;Configure and maintain database...
Full Stack Developer (Senior) 2575 – Gauteng Pretoria
A skilled Fullstack Developer with expertise in modern frontend and backend technologies, working within cloud environments to build scalable, secure, and high-quality applications. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Angular and [URL Removed] TypeScript, and...
Mid-Level Backend PHP Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg North
Our client is looking for a Mid-Level Backend PHP Developer to join their engineering team. This role is suited to a proactive, detail-oriented, and technically strong developer with solid PHP experience and a passion for building scalable, high-quality backend...
Systems Analyst (CT)
You will be a technologist working closely with the Investment Management Team. You will be responsible for the support, configuration and health of the systems that are used in that environment. This will include analysing system behaviour and having an in depth...
Senior Analyst Developer
My client based in Cape Town (North) is currently looking for an Analyst Developer to join them on an independent contract basis (12 months) Senior Analyst Developer About the OpportunityAn exciting opportunity is available for a highly skilled Senior Analyst...
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What will you do?Our client is looking for a Platform Tech Lead to provide senior technical leadership for the company's intermediary digital platform. This role is responsible for leading the technical strategy, architecture and delivery across a complex platform...
Systems Analyst (CT) – Western Cape Cape Town
You will be a technologist working closely with the Investment Management Team. You will be responsible for the support, configuration and health of the systems that are used in that environment. This will include analysing system behaviour and having an in depth...
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