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....

South Africans stay optimistic as they adapt to financial pressures

South African households are showing signs of meaningful financial adaptation amid ongoing cost pressures, according to TransUnion’s latest Q4 2025 Consumer Pulse Study. While inflation and affordability challenges persist, consumers are becoming more intentional in...

Cyber-enabled fraud one of the most pervasive global threats

Artificial intelligence, geopolitical fragmentation and a surge in cyber-enabled fraud are redefining the global cyber risk landscape at unprecedented speed, according to the World Economic Forum’s Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2026. The report, developed in...

Global cooperation proves resilient against geopolitical headwinds

Global cooperation is proving resilient even as multilateralism continues to face strong headwinds, according to the World Economic Forum’s Global Cooperation Barometer 2026. However, cooperation is below where it needs to be to address critical economic, security and...

Three-quarters of cars shipped with embedded telematics

The number of telematics service subscribers using embedded systems will grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14,6% from 239,7-million subscribers at the end of 2023 to 473,8-million subscribers by 2028, according to research from Berg Insight. Shipments of...

Alcohol industry’s significant role in SA’s economy

A new report from The Drinks Federation of South Africa (DF-SA) - The Contribution of the Alcohol Beverage Industry to the Economy of South Africa - highlights the alcohol industry’s significant role in advancing the nation's economic development through tax...

Employee wellbeing stressful for small business owners

A global small-business owner wellness survey finds that managing employees' mental health is a significant cause of stress among owners. Xero's "The Global State of Small Business Owner Wellbeing" report, which details the results of a survey of 4 600 small-business...

Tech not the only solution to supply chain productivity dip

New technologies ranging from smart robotics to actionable AI have the potential to transform the supply chain function, but they will fail to lift historically low levels of labor productivity unless utilised as part of a broader strategy, according to Gartner....

Cloud adoption, modern development impact IT teams

The roles and activities performed by IT professionals have evolved dramatically over the past 10 years due to the convergence of modern development technologies, cloud platforms, and as-a-service offerings that can significantly improve overall productivity. Today,...

Companies tempt Gen Z workers with early Fridays

Skills are a hot commodity in virtually every industry across all sectors globally. The emerging workforce, and so-called Gen Z workers in particular, are in demand and more employers are offering early finish Fridays or summer Fridays as a perk to attract...

Threats to healthcare incident response a matter of life or death

Ransomware attacks are the most disruptive and destructive type of cyber incidents threatening healthcare, with clear impacts on the systemic functioning of hospitals in service delivery and surgeries. However, ransomware is not the only threat facing healthcare...

Apple looks to break free from iPhone dependence

Apple has unveiled a new Vision Pro mixed reality headset at WWDC 2023, as it moves beyond the iPhone ecosystem and enters the extended reality realm. Anisha Bhatia, senior technology analyst at GlobalData, comments: "Apple's much-awaited Vision Pro headset is a beta...

Watch: Intel pays tribute to Gordon Moore

Intel and the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation hosted a tribute to celebrate the life of Gordon Moore, Intel’s co-founder. In addition to leading Intel, Moore was a giant of the technology industry, author of Moore’s Law and one of America’s leading philanthropists....

Tsunamis could be detected by their rumble in the atmosphere

Triggered by earthquakes, undersea volcanoes, and other Earth-shaking forces, tsunamis can devastate coastal communities. And when it comes to providing advance warning, every second counts. Scientists at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory are testing a novel approach...

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VoIP is affordable and reliable

VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) offers the best communications solution in a challenging business environment because it is more affordable than cellular and more reliable than copper. VoIP is also feature-rich which enables SMEs to run enterprise-grade platforms...

ConCourt delivers ground-breaking finding on labour brokers

The deeming provision in s198A(3)(b)(i) of the Labour Relations Act (LRA) provides that an employee of a Temporary Employment Service (TES) not performing a temporary service for the client is "deemed to be the employee of that client and the client is deemed to be...

Bravado Gaming dominates ESEA MDL season 28

E-sports team Bravado Gaming hit a career-high when they dominated the playing field in season 28 of the E-Sports Entertainment Association League's (ESEA) Mountain Dew League (MDL). Competing in the league with the latest innovations from Dell's Alienware gaming...

SA’s growing cyber threats

Graham Croock, director of BDO IT Advisory Services, gives his opinion on the state of the cyber-security industry in South Africa. During my visit to BDO Norway last week, where I attended a tour of the BDO CERT facility, to personally see the operation of SOC...

SME demand for consulting skills increases

It is as well known fact that SMEs in South Africa make up approximately 91% of formalised businesses, providing employment to around 60% of the labour force, and produce a total economic output of an estimated 34% of GDP. While this sector remains vital to the local...

Use existing Asus routers to set up a home mesh network

Asus has introduced AiMesh, a powerful new software feature for its router range that enables users to connect multiple Asus routers into a flexible, high-speed Wi-Fi network. Perfect for home users and small businesses, AiMesh allows you to extend smooth and reliable...

Ekasi Tech Fest: opportunity for indie developers

The upcoming eKasi Tech Fest will provide indie game developers with the opportunity to present their independently-developed games to the event organisers and ICT sector luminaries to stand a chance to be incubated by Maxum Digital. Located at the Digital Innovation...

Governance form versus function

One of the most persistent challenges relating to governance is the tendency to focus on form rather than substance. In line with King IV, it's time finally to accept that governance is not an end in itself, but a tool for delivering outcomes, says Parmi Natesan,...

How secure is data in the cloud

Many small business owners are more concerned about how secure their data is in the cloud, but don't worry about taking their unencrypted laptops to a local coffee shop. Having a 'secure' password doesn't mean one's data is protected, writes Alto Africa chief...

Do we need HR for the robot workforce?

Do you speak 'bot'? It sounds like a flippant question but it's not. In every organisation, it's the employees who drive much of the success, engaging with customers, driving revenue and profits, and keeping the wheels of business and commerce moving. By Lenore...

Senior Business Analyst at Datonomy Solutions

We are looking for an exceptional Senior Business Analyst to join our team in Sandton, JHB.Hybrid- onsite twice a week in Sandton, JHB.Description:To apply a set of tasks and techniques used to work as a liaison amongst stakeholders in order to understand the...

Senior Software Developer – Gauteng Highveld Techno Park

Full-Stack Software Developer - Specialists in custom software solutions designed to promote seamless automation of tasks in any industry We are recruiting a highly skilled and motivated Full Stack Developer to join a dynamic team. The successful candidate will have a...

Senior Business Analyst at Datonomy Solutions – Gauteng Sandton

We are looking for an exceptional Senior Business Analyst to join our team in Sandton, JHB.Hybrid- onsite twice a week in Sandton, JHB.Description:To apply a set of tasks and techniques used to work as a liaison amongst stakeholders in order to understand the...

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Full Stack Software Developer - Use your brilliant talents to develop digital experiences that transform brands and grow businesses We are looking for a creative Full Stack Developer with a strong background in SharePoint development. The ideal candidate will have...

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Database architecture and design. Write code. Create and design user interfaces. Debug and maintain client programs.Minimum Requirements:Education: Matric and related IT qualification. Skills required: C#, JavaScript, jQuery, HTML 5, CSS, SQL with MS SQL Server,...

Software Developer – Gauteng Sandown

Full Stack Software Developer - Use your brilliant talents to develop digital experiences that transform brands and grow businesses We are looking for a creative Full Stack Developer with a strong background in SharePoint development. The ideal candidate will have...

Junior C# Developer – Gauteng Pretoria

Database architecture and design. Write code. Create and design user interfaces. Debug and maintain client programs.Minimum Requirements:Education: Matric and related IT qualification. Skills required: C#, JavaScript, jQuery, HTML 5, CSS, SQL with MS SQL Server,...

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Azure DevOps EngineerRole Purpose:Our client seeks a skilled and motivated Azure DevOps engineer to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will design, implement, and manage CI/CD pipelines, automate deployments, and optimize cloud infrastructure using Azure...

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Azure DevOps EngineerRole Purpose:Our client seeks a skilled and motivated Azure DevOps engineer to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will design, implement, and manage CI/CD pipelines, automate deployments, and optimize cloud infrastructure using Azure...

Test Analyst at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...

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