UCT and partners uncover vast hidden supercluster behind the Milky Way
Astronomers from the University of Cape Town (UCT) – working with colleagues from Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1 (France), Swinburne University of Technology (Australia) and the INAF Osservatorio Astronomico di Cagliari (Italy) – have uncovered the true scale of one...
Sub‑Saharan African sees best connectedness improvements
Globalisation remains at a historically high level – despite escalating geopolitical tensions, rising US tariffs, and unprecedented uncertainty about future trade policies. This is one of the key findings of the DHL Global Connectedness Report 2026, released by DHL...
PMI shows signs of recovery
The Absa Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) for January 2026 reflects a rebound in manufacturing sentiment after a sharp contraction at the end of 2025. The seasonally adjusted PMI rose by 8.2 points to 48.7 in January, marking a significant recovery from December’s...
Obituary: Julian Pienaar
Julian Pienaar, well-known in the industry for his long service at Lenovo and IBM, passed away on Thursday, 29 January. Julian graduated from King Edward School in 1994. He joined IBM in 2000 as a brand manager and moved across to Lenovo when IBM’s personal computing...
Staffing shortages, rising costs, weak support slows hospitality recovery
South Africa’s hospitality sector is facing growing concerns that threaten its long term stability and growth, according to the inaugural Hospitality Asset Management Company (HAMAC) South African Hoteliers Report. The report reveals that 77% of hoteliers identify...
What you need to know about the new face of banking fraud
One of the fastest-growing and most dangerous scams targeting South African consumers involves something many people have never heard of: RAT attacks. According to Bonolo Sebolai, head of fraud at TymeBank, these scams rely on tricking customers into giving criminals...
NASA analysis shows La Niña limited 2025 sea level rise
A mild La Niña caused greater rainfall over the Amazon basin, which offset rising sea levels due to record warming of Earth’s oceans. The rise in the global mean sea level slowed in 2025 relative to the year before, an effect largely due to the La Niña conditions that...
Call for mental health support to be integrated into HIV care
A recent study by researchers from the University of Cape Town (UCT) and Linköping University in Sweden showed that people living with HIV face an elevated risk of suicide due to a combination of stigma, fear of disclosure, mental health challenges and gaps in primary...
OpenAI aims to raise $100bn
OpenAI is reported to be in discussions with tech players Microsoft, Amazon and Nvidia, as well as the investor Softbank, to raise another $100-billion. If it’s successful, the company would have a value of at least $750-billion. The ChatGPT developer is currently one...
How long can the gold rally last?
Gold – which has jumped around 15% this year – is on an impressive run, but there are legitimate concerns about whether the momentum can last much longer. The warning from Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group, comes as the precious metal hits $5 500 this week amid...
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New global channel chief for Mimecast
Mimecast has appointed Michael McCollough as senior vice-president of worldwide partners and alliances – a pivotal hire as the company. The company is currently expanding its global partner ecosystem, with a particular emphasis on MSPs. McCollough has held leadership...
Honest Components will source hard-to-find and discontinued components
Honest Components (HCI), a supplier of obsolete and hard-to-find electronic board-level components, has launched a new online database housing over 3 000 legacy and discontinued parts, all searchable via www.honestcomponents.com. “The database is a vital tool for...
Acronis and Metrofile Cloud partner on disaster recovery
Acronis, a global specialist in cyber protection, has named Metrofile Cloud as its premier Disaster Recovery (DR) partner in southern Africa. Metrofile Cloud specialises in mitigating downtime and safeguarding data for its clients during instances such as technical...
IIE implements learning management system
The Independent Institute of Education (The IIE), has designed a comprehensive education technology ecosystem with Brightspace from D2L. Brightspace is a learning management system (LMS) that integrates advanced digital tools, artificial intelligence (AI) and...
Syspro partners with Versori
Syspro has announced a strategic partnership with Versori, a UK-based provider of AI-driven integration platforms. Through Versori’s agentic integration platform, Syspro will launch an initial 25 pre-built, production-ready integrations over the next six months. These...
ERP is more critical than ever for SA companies
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AI inference yields value for Africa’s businesses
Every second, millions of AI models across the world are processing loan applications, detecting fraudulent transactions, and diagnosing medical conditions generating billions in business value. Yet most organisations are still struggling to bridge the gap between AI...
BFSI industries seize the GenAI opportunity for greater inclusion
South Africa's Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) sectors are on the cusp of a transformation, fueled by the nation’s ambitious digital agenda and the burgeoning potential of artificial intelligence (AI). By Langa Dube, country head and executive...
Warehouse leaders uncertain how to start with automation
Zebra Technologies has found that 82% of warehouse decision-makers in Europe agree that increased use of technology and automation boosts frontline productivity, but almost six in 10 (57%) don’t know where to start automating in the warehouse. The findings appear in...
Smart bots and ‘press 0 for an agent’ are finally equals
The world of customer experience (CX) is going through a big transformation driven by the remarkable advancements in Artificial Intelligence. For businesses the excitement is real, and for consumers in South Africa, customer support can become brilliant experiences in...
Project Manager-Enterprise Applications at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
Summary of role: The Project Manager will lead the delivery of application-focused projects across the organisation, including new application implementations, upgrades, integrations, and enhancements. This role ensures projects are delivered within scope, budget, and...
BI Analytics at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
The Senior BI Analytics Specialist is responsible for delivering enterprise-level business intelligence solutions that drive strategic decision-making. This role focuses on advanced data modelling, dashboard development, and analytical reporting across large-scale...
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Senior Back End Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
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My client based in Woodstock is currently looking for a Project Manager to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Qualifications & Experience 8+ years Project Management experience3+ years managing programmes or multiple interdependent projectsProven...
Senior Front-End Software Developer (Angular, TypeScript) (JHB/Stellenbosch) – Gauteng Johannesburg
ENVIRONMENT:A pragmatic Senior Front End Software Developer who enjoys seeing their creations bring tangible value to people is sought to join the team of a dynamic AgriTech business. You will help build out a high-quality SaaS platform for the Agricultural sector and...
Senior Back End Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Pretoria
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Senior Back-End Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
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