Steady growth puts digital trade firmly on the map

New experimental estimates show that digital trade is increasing significantly across the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) in 2023, underscoring the importance of digital technologies in shaping international trade. Up to now, much of the...

Geopolitics creates inflationary pressures for SA

As the Middle East moves towards a fragile lull in hostilities, the economic shock caused by the conflict – supply chains perturbation, inflation etc - is already spreading to the global economy with oil-importing economies such as South Africa particularly exposed to...

Credit trends diverge as consumers navigate affordability

South African consumers are reshaping how they access and use credit as affordability pressures persist, according to TransUnion’s Q1 2026 South Africa Industry Insights Report. The report’s findings show that credit demand remained resilient, but diverging risk...

Small fibre operators outshine giants in ISPA survey

ISPA's Perception Survey gauges ISPs’ perceptions of fibre network operator (FNO) performance across a range of metrics - and the most recent results reveal smaller FNOs are outshining the established competition. South Africa’s official internet Industry...

The most stressful countries for drivers

Global searches for ‘stress while driving’ are up +100% over the past 12 months¹. New data from Compare the Market AU analyses various driving stressor factors, including road quality, thefts, and fatality rates, to reveal the most stressful countries to drive in....

How Africa could address the $15bn infrastructure gap

NJ Ayuk, executive chairman of the African Energy Chamber (AEC), has called for greater utilisation of African financial solutions to address the continent’s $15,7-billion infrastructure deficit. With these sources of capital, the continent stands to maximise the...

Sodium-ion batteries will diversify energy storage industry

Sodium-ion (Na-ion) batteries are being developed due to their potential costs, safety, sustainability, and performance characteristics over traditional lithium-ion batteries. These batteries can be made with widely available and inexpensive materials, with sodium...

Retailers fail to meet shopper needs, expectations

As the retail landscape faces mounting pressure from evolving consumer expectations and economic headwinds, a new global study from the IBM Institute for Business Value, reveals a widening gap between shopper demands and the current retail offering. The third biennial...

Intel delivers high-level compute for mobile, desktop, edge

At CES, Intel announced its full Intel Core 14th Gen mobile and desktop processor lineup, including powerful new HX-series mobile processors and mainstream 65-watt and 35-watt desktop processors. In addition, the company introduced its new Intel Core mobile processor...

Nvidia shows gaming, creating, GenAI, robotics at CES

Generative AI models that will bring lifelike characters to games and applications and new GPUs for gamers and creators were among the highlights of Nvidia's announcements ahead of this week's CES trade show in Las Vegas. "Today, Nvidia is at the centre of the latest...

AMD reveals next-gen desktop processors

Ahead of CES 2024, AMD has announced new products expanding its desktop portfolio, delivering premium experiences to gamers, content creators and everyday users through greater performance and personal AI processing. AMD is introducing the new AMD Ryzen 8000G Series...

Cooperation is possible even in midst of competition

The World Economic Forum today launched the Global Cooperation Barometer to measure the state of global cooperation. The barometer indicates that global cooperation was resilient in multiple dimensions from 2012 until 2020 but overall cooperation declined by 2% from...

Why we need to cut emissions by 7% a year

Global emissions, which are continuing to rise by 1,5% a year, must be cut by 7% annually until 2030 to limit global warming to 1,5°C, as agreed by countries that signed the Paris Agreement in 2015. This size of emissions reduction is unprecedented, surpassing the...

New cross-platform threats come to light

Kaspersky's Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) has uncovered the emergence of three cross-platform threats and reveals three new strategies being employed by cybercriminals using the FakeSG campaign, Akira ransomware, and AMOS macOS stealer in its latest...

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High-touch on-site training for developers

HyperionDev, the UK and South Africa-based ed-tech start-up now offers software engineering and full stack web development on-site training. Offered part-time and full-time, these high-touch bootcamps are set to kick off on the company's new Cape Town and Gauteng...

Trends that shape payroll and HR management

The world of business is changing quickly, and with trends like the gig economy, global employment and cross-border collaboration on the rise, you can imagine the scale of regulatory and legislative changes taking place. It should be obvious, then, how important...

How to succeed in modern day mentorship

It is no secret that securing the right mentorship can benefit the next generation by passing on the wisdom of seasoned workers, despite the changes that are constantly taking place thanks to digitalisation. Some of us might think about mentorship as the typical scene...

LG debuts Hybrid Watch

Alongside the LG V40 ThinQ, LG has announced its first hybrid smartwatch, the LG Watch W7, a wearable device that combines mechanical movement with digital functionalities. As the first LG wearable to run the new Wear OS by Google platform, the LG Watch W7 is designed...

Growth opportunities for African telecoms operators

While the telco industry may have seen its traditional revenue streams decline further in 2018, thanks in part to the popularity of over-the-top (OTT) services such as WhatsApp that offer low-cost alternatives to messaging and voice calling, the industry is still set...

CTC,Nokia advance use of AI/ML powered 5G mMIMO

CTC and Nokia have jointly demonstrated advanced machine learning innovations for 5G RAN mMIMO optimisation, under a strategic cooperation agreement signed in October 2018. The ML-powered mMIMO algorithms will improve 5G RAN coverage and capacity and provide higher...

TCL unveils DragonHinge technology

TCL Communication, manufacturer of the BlackBerry and Alcatel smartphone brands, showcased prototype devices based on its DragonHinge flexible screen technology at MWC 2019 in Barcelona. The patented DragonHinge technology is a durable multi-gear hinge that TCL...

Sun Exchange partners with Decentral Energy

Solar micro-leasing marketplace Sun Exchange has signed an agreement with Decentral Energy, a boutique clean energy fund manager based in Johannesburg. The agreement gives Decentral Energy's Grovest Energy, a Section 12J fund, first right of refusal to fund 51% to...

Veeam gets backup certification for SAP HANA

Veeam Software has announced Veeam Plug-in for SAP HANA, a SAP Certified Integration for SAP HANA, as a part of Veeam Availability Suite 9.5 Update 4. W. ith this latest release, Veeam provides an SAP-certified backup and recovery solution, allowing enterprise...

Microsoft authorises Paragon for exFAT implementation

Paragon Software Group today announced that Microsoft has authorised it to implement its award-winning exFAT driver technology for use in original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) devices, removing the need for OEMs to obtain an exFAT license from Microsoft. In addition...

Project Manager – Gauteng Johannesburg

Our Client is looking for a Project Manager with expertise in IT, finance, and release management. In this pivotal role, you'll be responsible for planning, executing, and delivering projects within scope, budget, and timeline. You will coordinate cross-functional...

Vinyl Applicator at AdcorpBLU

Key Responsibilities Surface preparation: Cleaning and prepping surfaces to ensure proper vinyl adhesion.Measurement and cutting: Accurately measuring and cutting vinyl according to design specifications.Application: Applying vinyl to surfaces, including vehicles,...

Developer at ICS Flow

Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa (On-Site)Responsibilities: Develop and maintain web applications using ASP.NET, adhering to coding standards and best practices.Debugging and maintaining written codeDesign and optimize database structures, ensuring efficient data...

Vinyl Applicator at AdcorpBLU – Western Cape Beaconvale

Key Responsibilities Surface preparation: Cleaning and prepping surfaces to ensure proper vinyl adhesion.Measurement and cutting: Accurately measuring and cutting vinyl according to design specifications.Application: Applying vinyl to surfaces, including vehicles,...

Developer at ICS Flow – Gauteng Centurion

Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa (On-Site)Responsibilities: Develop and maintain web applications using ASP.NET, adhering to coding standards and best practices.Debugging and maintaining written codeDesign and optimize database structures, ensuring efficient data...

Technical Product Manager

Vacancies exist for THREE Product Managers. Retail/FMCG experience preferred. Two of the roles report to the Portfolio Manager: VAS and Financial Services and the third to the Portfoli Manager: Loyalty. The purpose of these Product Managers is to partner with the...

Technical Product Manager – KwaZulu-Natal Pinetown

Vacancies exist for THREE Product Managers. Retail/FMCG experience preferred. Two of the roles report to the Portfolio Manager: VAS and Financial Services and the third to the Portfoli Manager: Loyalty. The purpose of these Product Managers is to partner with the...

Full Stack Developer 2025-02

Full Stack Developer - Contract Position February 2025 to December 2025Are you a passionate Full Stack Developer ready to shape the future of tech? Our client in the mining industry is looking for a skilled, motivated, and innovative Full Stack Developer to join their...

Full Stack Developer 2025-02 – Remote Remote

Full Stack Developer - Contract Position February 2025 to December 2025Are you a passionate Full Stack Developer ready to shape the future of tech? Our client in the mining industry is looking for a skilled, motivated, and innovative Full Stack Developer to join their...

Project Manager at Datonomy Solutions

Project Manager, L&D Governance Strategy Cape Town- Onsite We are seeking a proactive and results-driven Project Manager to join our Learning & Development (L&D) team.The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in the development and execution of...

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