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...

AI solutions and services to generate $22,3trn global impact

Artificial intelligence (AI) is set to have a profound impact on the global economy, according to a comprehensive analysis from IDC. According to IDC, investments in AI solutions and services are projected to yield a global cumulative impact of $22,3-trillion by 2030,...

Network attackers are more likely to log in than break in

The primary way that cyber attackers gain initial access to networks, accounting for 56% of cases, is by exploiting external remote services, which include edge devices such as firewalls and VPNs, by leveraging valid accounts. This is the headline finding from the...

Robotics advances colorectal surgery

A robotic-assisted colorectal surgery programme is bringing minimally invasive treatment options to Johannesburg’s iconic Netcare Milpark Hospital. “Technology is not merely a nice-to-have in healthcare; where there is a compelling benefit for patients, it becomes...

$1,1bn growth in medical device cybersecurity market predicted

The rapid integration of new technology and digital health devices into healthcare systems has revolutionised patient care and diagnostic processes. However, the increased reliance on these devices has also exposed the healthcare industry to cybersecurity threats....

Key risk trends for directors and officers in 2024

Board members and company executives can be held liable for an increasing number of scenarios. Inadequate responses to economic pressures, geopolitical issues, implementing innovative technologies such as GenAI, or environmental, social, and governance (ESG)...

Global PC shipments set to recover in 2024 after unprecedented slump

With shipments totaling 68,5-million units in the third quarter of 2023, the global PC market managed to outperform expectations. But that volume was still down 7,2% compared to the same quarter in 2022, according to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide...

GenAI hastens the end of the social media love affair

A perceived decay in the quality of social media platforms will drive 50% of consumers to abandon or significantly limit their interactions with social media by 2025, according to Gartner. A Gartner survey of 263 consumers between July and August of 2023 found 53% of...

Intel launches new products to support AI Everywhere

At its “AI Everywhere” launch in New York City this week, Intel introduced a portfolio of AI products to enable customers’ AI solutions everywhere — across the data centre, cloud, network, edge and PC. Highlights of the launch include: The Intel Core Ultra mobile...

What’s in store for the energy market in 2024?

After years of turbulence, global markets are still striving to find sustainable balance between energy supply and demand. A decelerating macroeconomic framework is adding headwinds to already slowing energy demand growth, while geopolitical events in several regions...

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Huawei shows enterprise solutions at MWC

At MWC 2019, to be held in Barcelona from 25 to 19 February, Huawei Enterprise Business Group will have an entire area dedicated to government and enterprise customers for the first time. It will also be introducing its latest AI applications in the fields of smart...

Can waste-to-energy offer an opex reprieve for mines?

Despite the large impact mines have on the environment, mining is a significant contributor to the local economy from both a financial and employment perspective - with an estimated worth of R20,3-trillion - and will therefore continue to play a critical role in the...

How do you make a start with HCI?

Once you understand what hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) is, and the benefits it offers to business, the next step is to ensure a successful HCI deployment, and how to attain the best from HCI. By Eugene Maritz, services director at First Technology National...

Copperman Consulting joins Decision Inc brand identity

UK-based Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) specialist Copperman Consulting will be integrated into the Decision Inc brand as part of its global drive to provide innovative intelligence solutions to support clients across all aspects of the information value...

The link between compliance and cybersecurity

Cyber-attacks are gaining momentum, and each new publicised incident highlights the increasing need for effective data protection. By Vishal Barapatre, chief technology officer of In2IT Technologies Many of these attacks have targeted personal information, such as...

RubiBlue digitises member management with easiClique platform

RubiBlue has developed a digital solution that transforms membership management for organisations. easiClique is a customisable software platform that allows companies across multiple industries to effectively control all aspects of membership from communications to...

Tips for selecting a business broadband provider

With dozens of providers jostling for your organisation's business connectivity, it can be extremely confusing to settle on one broadband package. By Grant Parker, GM of Seacom Business South Africa Very often price seems like the only distinguishing factor, as...

Canon updates imageRunner Advance platform

Canon Europe has announced the next edition of its third generation imageRunner Advance platform with new version 3.8 firmware. The extensive portfolio of 26 products and seven series, developed with Canon's entire Multi-Function Printers (MFP) range in mind, provides...

FirstBank, Azuri partner on solar in Nigeria

African pay-as-you-go solar technology provider Azuri Technologies and First Bank of Nigeria has announced a unique partnership that will help deepen financial inclusion in Nigeria while bringing affordable, reliable and clean power to millions of Nigerians. Under the...

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IT Project Manager

Join a leading company in the Manufacturing Sector that specialises in Retail Solutions and Innovative Products. This is an ideal opportunity to harness your 5+ years IT Project Management experience and be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking team. You will have...

Software Developer I – Gauteng Sandton

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IT Project Manager – KwaZulu-Natal KwaZulu-Natal

Join a leading company in the Manufacturing Sector that specialises in Retail Solutions and Innovative Products. This is an ideal opportunity to harness your 5+ years IT Project Management experience and be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking team. You will have...

Solutions Architect at The Foschini Group

Package & RemunerationJOB DESCRIPTION Key Responsibilities: Provide architectural and design leadership across solutions produced/consumed in/by the division. Collaborate with business architect and Business Analysts with business stakeholder engagement. Provide...

Senior Data Engineer

The Data Engineer will have a knack for data analysis, data manipulation and data modelling. The consultant will be responsible for understanding and driving the overall technical vision and planning of a client's organisation and translating business needs into...

Automated Tester at Sabenza IT

Join Our Team as an Automation Tester! Are you a skilled Automation Tester with a passion for driving quality and innovation? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment? If so, we want YOU to be part of our "Client's" team, working with one of South Africa's...

Solutions Architect at The Foschini Group – Western Cape Parow East

Package & RemunerationJOB DESCRIPTION Key Responsibilities: Provide architectural and design leadership across solutions produced/consumed in/by the division. Collaborate with business architect and Business Analysts with business stakeholder engagement. Provide...

Senior Data Engineer – Western Cape Century City

The Data Engineer will have a knack for data analysis, data manipulation and data modelling. The consultant will be responsible for understanding and driving the overall technical vision and planning of a client's organisation and translating business needs into...

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