They don’t know how, but execs believe AI will drive business growth

New research from the IBM Institute for Business Value reveals that nearly eight in 10 (79%) surveyed executives expect AI will significantly contribute to their revenue by 2030 – up from 40% today. But few (24%) have a clear view of where that revenue will come from....

Cedarberg reveals tiny ecosystem that helped kick-start life

An international team of scientists from South Africa, Canada, France and the UK has uncovered fossil evidence of a tiny ecosystem that helped kick-start the recovery of Earth’s oceans after a global mass extinction. The team, led by Dr Claire Browning, an Honorary...

CEOs take the lead as AI investment gains pace

Corporate AI investment is growing significantly and it’s not about to slow down. Companies are planning to double their spending on the technology in 2026, accounting for about 1,7% of revenues - more than twice the increase for 2025. Meanwhile, CEOs are rolling up...

Geoeconomic risks rise in new age of competition

The World Economic Forum's Global Risks Report 2026, published yesterday (14 January), finds geoeconomic confrontation emerges as the top risk for the year, followed by interstate conflict, extreme weather, societal polarisation and misinformation and disinformation....

GenAI blind spots CIOs need to address

Gartner has identified critical blind spots stemming from overlooked risks and unintended consequences of generative AI (GenAI) adoption – and warned that CIOs must proactively address these hidden challenges to ensure GenAI value realisation and avoid AI project...

Stay alert amid wave of fake investment platforms

Kaspersky has issued a warning to South African users about a wave of fake investment platforms that exploit the popularity of online trading and digital investment services. Since 2024, Kaspersky solutions have blocked more than 27 000 phishing scams imitating...

CompTIA recognises Africa’s top trainers

Kathy Gibson reports - Artificial intelligence (AI) is going to have a profound impact on how we learn, what we learn and how we teach. This is the word from Kobus Olivier, senior manager of Boston City Campus, speaking at the biennial CompTIA Partner Awards held last...

Developing economies boost global trade

Global trade expanded by about $500-billion in the first half of 2025, despite volatility, policy shifts and persistent geopolitical tensions. This is one of the findings of the latest Global Trade Update from UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD), released today. And,...

Major gaps in local SMB cybersecurity

SMBs in South Africa – defined as companies with less than 250 employees - are highly vulnerable to cybersecurity attacks, a new study by Cisco reveals, stating that less than 4% of surveyed local SMBs are at a “mature” level of preparedness against cyberattacks -...

Africa is still cybercriminals’ favourite target

Africa is once again the most targeted global region for cyberattacks, according to Check Point’s September Threat Intelligence Report, with an average of 2 902 attacks per organisation per week. Telecommunications, government, and consumer goods and services led in...

Major airlines used in latest email scam

Kaspersky researchers have uncovered a surge in scam emails where attackers impersonate major airlines and airports - including Amsterdam Schiphol, Lufthansa, Emirates Airlines, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and others - to trick businesses into engaging in fraudulent...

Google selects top startups for 2025 GFSA

Whittling down more than 400 applicants, 10 South African startups tackling challenges ranging from healthcare to law and agritech have been selected for the 2025 Google for Startups Accelerator (GFSA) programme. The successful applicants have already started the...

African startups could get R25m in early-stage funding

African founders are invited to apply for exclusive pitch days taking place in Cape Town this November, where a total of R25-million in early-stage capital will be deployed into exceptional startups operating across the continent. Driven by entrepreneur and investor...

Could submarine cable technology be Africa’s Internet future?

When it comes to digital infrastructure in Africa, few things are more pressing than the need for faster, more resilient, and more direct connectivity between the continent's east and west coasts, writes Nic Breytenbach, senior transmission architect at Seacom, and...

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Transformative shifts ahead for cloud computing

The cloud computing market in South Africa has experienced substantial growth, driven by both the public and private sectors as organizations seek to enhance operational efficiency, scalability, and flexibility. By Dean Wolson, GM: infrastructure solutions group at...

Empathetic leadership creates a culture of psychological safety

Leaders set the tone for workplace culture. They influence performance, productivity, and profitability, and they shape the environment in which employees either thrive or disengage. By Humsha Ramgobin, group chief human resources officer at Mediclinic According to a...

Deepfakes the new digital threat

Imagine waking up to a video of the President announcing a national emergency that never happened. Or a CEO admitting to fraud. In today’s digital world, deepfakes make such scenarios increasingly possible, with terrifying implications for South Africa’s democracy,...

Gen Z, Millennials redefine career growth and rewards

In the workplace, the traditional notions of career growth and promotions are being reshaped by the ambitions of Generation Z (born 1997 to 2012) and Millennials (born 1981 to 1996). These younger professionals are shifting the focus from tenure-based progression to...

How kids can safeguard themselves against online scammers

Over 95% of children in South Africa regularly access the internet but less than half are taught about online safety. We teach our children how to tie their shoes, cross the road, and ride a bicycle – all things we were taught as children. Today’s toddlers and teens,...

African BFSIs can build trust in AI

As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes integral to banking and financial services institutions (BFSIs) across Africa, fostering consumer trust in AI-driven systems is critical to ensure long-term success. Fortunately, BFSIs can balance innovation with ethical AI...

AI has a role in executive search

Within the highly specialised and confidential world of executive search, a new balance is emerging in which artificial intelligence is taking over the data processing and pattern recognition that’s required; leaving us humans to thrive in the areas of creative...

Nutanix unveils NUS Enterprise Volume Agreement

Nutanix has announced the launch of its Nutanix Unified Storage (NUS) Enterprise Volume Agreement (EVA), a new program that offers enterprises a cost-effective, scalable way to manage large-scale storage across on-premises, edge, and cloud environments. Designed for...

Germany sets sights on Africa’s energy future

Germany is eyeing expanded investments in Africa's energy sector, having pledged €4-billion for green energy projects by 2030 and advancing hydrogen and gas partnerships through the European Union’s (EU) Global Gateway initiative. These investments aim to enhance...

MakwaIT and Hitachi forge stronger ties

MakwaIT Technologies has been appointed as a Hitachi Vantara Master Reseller for 31 countries in Africa. Rishi Birbal, chief strategy, partnerships, M&A and sustainability Officer at MakwaIT, says the Master Reseller agreement strengthens the existing relationship...

UX Designer – Gauteng Randjespark

Collaborate with product, tech, and business teams to define user needs and design goals.Develop user personas, journeys, wireframes, and prototypes to guide design decisions.Design visually appealing and functional user interfaces aligned with brand...

Data Administrator – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

One of our clients is looking for an energetic candidate that will primarily focus on maintaining and troubleshooting enterprise level data exchanges, APIs, control processes between their sites, servers and customers.Key RequirementsNational Diploma in Information...

Fullstack .Net Developer

Our client is looking for a seasoned .Net Developer who wants more than just a job — someone who wants to make impact, build excellence, and grow with a company that values innovation and purpose. What You'll Do:Architect, develop, and maintain modern applications...

Senior Full Stack Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Are you a passionate Full Stack Developer ready to take ownership of cutting-edge enterprise systems? We're looking for a Senior Full Stack Developer who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, delivering scalable, cloud-native applications from concept to...

Integration Developer at Financial Intelligence Centre

JOB PURPOSE: Design, build, and implement integration solutions that connect various software applications, systems, and databases within an organisation and ensure seamless data exchange and communication between different IT systems meeting the business requirements...

WordPress Web Designer and Video Editor

WordPress Web Designer and Video EditorMultimedia meets magic. Websites meet wow. Salary: R35 000 R45 000 depending on experienceLocation: Fully remoteDo you have a thing for clean code, sharp visuals, and scroll-stopping video edits?A fast-growing creative agency is...

Project Manager at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

This is a remote position.About our client:Our client develops and supports software and data solutions across a variety of industries. They want you to get ahead of the market and stay there. They offer a combination of plug and play products that can be integrated...

Senior Data Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town

Senior Data Engineer Our client is seeking to employ a Senior Data Engineer as the Head of Data Platform & AI to takeownership of their full data infrastructure and elevate the architecture behind their proprietary DMP (DataManagement Platform). You'll work...

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