As cost pressures mount, consumers shift spend to essentials

South African consumers are adjusting their financial behaviour in response to ongoing cost pressures, with TransUnion's Q1 2026 Consumer Pulse Study revealing meaningful shifts in how households spend, save and manage credit. While many households remain under...

Memory and SSD shortage set to impact SA

The memory and SSD crisis is real – and it’s broader and faster‑moving than many in the IT industry expect. This is the stark warning from Craig Nowitz, CEO of Syntech, who recently returned from the Hong Kong electronics shows and a week of factory visits in China....

Your next smartphone could be powered by a recycled toaster

For the past 20 years, the consumer electronics playbook has been simple: make it smaller, make it faster, and seal it shut. Manufacturers utilised industrial adhesives, proprietary screws, and integrated designs to create sleek devices that were virtually impossible...

SA family businesses outperform global peers

In a time of uncertainty and rapid change, South African family businesses are showing exceptional resilience and growth – with many reporting double-digit sales growth in 2025. PwC’s South African Family Business Survey reveals what truly sets top-performing family...

Wearables start giving way to new form factors

Global shipments for wearables are on track to grow 6,1% by the end of the year, reaching 538-million units according to new data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Wearable Device Tracker. However, growth is expected to slow to 3,9% in...

Election outcomes, multidimensional risks define global landscape

Protectionist measures, the continuation of unresolved conflicts and fragmented domestic coalitions are expected to result in economic uncertainty and the redefinition of international relationships and trade dynamics next year, according to a new S&P Global...

Hackathon puts energy, water solutions in the spotlight

South Africa's energy and water sectors have created a great platform for innovation and the opportunity to develop solutions that will contribute to the future sustainability of these critical sectors. This is why Energy and Water Sector Education and Training...

Sustainathon SA tackles water, sanitation issues

TCS has launched the second edition of TCS Sustainathon South Africa, with partners Geekulcha, UbuhleBakhe Water, and SkillsLAB under the theme "Sustainable Water and Sanitation Management". TCS Sustainathon is a global challenge that aims to inspire the youth to...

BETI loses momentum in July

After a stronger performance in June, the monthly BankservAfrica Economic Transactions Index (BETI) slipped somewhat in July 2023, mirroring the less-than-positive economic indicators that emerged during the month. “The BETI fell to an index level of 133.0 in July...

Generative AI looks set for meteoric growth

Generative artificial intelligence will see explosive growth over the next several years, driven by ongoing research and development coupled with increasing commercial applications across all sectors. Generative AI revenue is forecast to increase at a compound annual...

State-sponsored cybergroups actively target SA government

Cybersecurity company Trellix has revealed that government organisations remain the primary targets for threat actors looking to infiltrate South African IT systems,. According to the organisation's latest threat report, presented at the Trellix Cyberthreat...

Half of top malicious email subjects are HR-related

Phishing emails continue to be one of the most common methods to effectively perpetuate malicious attacks on organisations around the globe. Cybercriminals are constantly refining their strategies to stay up-to-date with market trends and outsmart end users and...

This is July’s most wanted malware

Check Point Software Technologies has published its Global Threat Index for July 2023. Researchers found that Remcos moved to third place after threat actors created fake websites last month to spread malicious downloaders carrying the RAT. Meanwhile, mobile banking...

Vodacom, Maziv move on to Competition Tribunal

The Competition Commission has recommended that the Competition Tribunal prohibit Vodacom's proposed purchase of a 30% stake in Maziv. This follows the agreement, in November 2021, for Vodacom to acquire a co-controlling interest in all of the material assets owned by...

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Brad Pulford is Dell EMC channel & distribution GM

Brad Pulford has been appointed as its new channel and distribution lead at Dell EMC South Africa. Pulford, well-known in technology and business circles, has been with Dell EMC for more than a decade and previously led the company's enterprise solutions group as its...

Mimecast opens early adopter program

Mimecast has announced the launch of its early adopter program after conducting a successful private beta for the new Domain Name System (DNS) Security Gateway solution. The Mimecast DNS Security Gateway cloud-based service guards against malicious activity initiated...

Collaborative learning with Epson’s ultra-short-throw projectors

Epson's latest education projectors bring learning to life, with the new laser EB-710Ui, boasting ultra-bright 100-inch Full HD images and finger-touch interactivity, while the EB-696Ui - one of 11 models in the new EB-600 series range - promises everything from full...

Datatec’s Analysys Mason acquires AMI-Partners

Datatec's global specialist consulting and research firm Analysys Mason has acquired New York headquartered AMI-Partners. AMI-Partners, founded in 1996, is a SMB ICT focused global research and consulting firm that specialises in go-to-market (GTM) opportunity...

Break the seesaw of usability and security

There are two things we have been hearing a lot about in 2018: security and usability. By Brendan McAravey, country manager at Citrix South Africa The launch of the iPhone about 10 years ago helped start a revolution in how we access data. It not only set a new...

Organic growth of cloud expected to increase

There is still a lot for local businesses to learn about cloud before they see the true benefits, according to Andrew Cruise, MD of vendor-neutral cloud infrastructure provider Routed. Not a 'one-size-fits-all' solution, Cruise says that a cloud strategy is different...

The evolution of the claims handling process

Technology has come a long way in terms of the efficiency in handling healthcare claims since the early 1990s. Through the development of specific coding systems and ever more advanced rules engines and algorithms, artificial intelligence and human clinical expertise...

Sophos Intercept X for Server blocks cyber attackers

Sophos has announced Sophos Intercept X for Server, next-generation server protection with predictive deep learning technology that provides constantly evolving security against cyber threats. Sophos' deep learning neural networks are trained on hundreds of millions...

SARS creates tax loopholes

When is a SARS tax court case win a loss for the fiscus? By Jean du Toit, attorney at Tax Consulting SA After the recent SARS court case, dealing with the taxable income of foreigners working in South Africa, it is hard to argue that no-one is working harder than SARS...

Long live the brick and mortar store

Online shopping has never been easier or more intuitive. You're at work or laying in bed, and with a simple click of the mouse you can book a dream vacation or the latest curved smart television, or your weekly groceries can be delivered to your doorstep. And most...

Software Developer (Flutter) – Mpumalanga White River

ENVIRONMENT:A solutions based company, always striving to develop systems that make an impact, is looking forward to welcoming the next team member to their White River offices. They have an exciting opportunity for a young, passionate and self-driven Software...

On-Premises and Azure AD Project Manager- 2024-28

On-Premises and Azure AD Project Manager- HybridOur client in the mining industry requires an On-Premises and Azure AD Project Manager who will oversee and manage projects related to their Active Directory infrastructure, both on-premises and in the cloud. The ideal...

DBA Programme Coordinator at Mancosa

CORE FUNCTIONS • Liaise with prospective DBA students, advising on inter-alia, programme structure, programme costs and admission requirements• Coordinate admissions and selections processes and liaise with the admissions and selections committee. • Arrange and...

Firmware Engineer

Our global client who produce cutting edge security products is seeking a Firmware Engineer to join their team. You would be joining as a firmware engineer where you will get to work with the teams in a Scaled Agile environment. The primary focus of this role is...

On-Premises and Azure AD Project Manager- 2024-28 – Remote Remote

On-Premises and Azure AD Project Manager- HybridOur client in the mining industry requires an On-Premises and Azure AD Project Manager who will oversee and manage projects related to their Active Directory infrastructure, both on-premises and in the cloud. The ideal...

DBA Programme Coordinator at Mancosa – KwaZulu-Natal KwaZulu-Natal

CORE FUNCTIONS • Liaise with prospective DBA students, advising on inter-alia, programme structure, programme costs and admission requirements• Coordinate admissions and selections processes and liaise with the admissions and selections committee. • Arrange and...

Firmware Engineer – KwaZulu-Natal Durban

Our global client who produce cutting edge security products is seeking a Firmware Engineer to join their team. You would be joining as a firmware engineer where you will get to work with the teams in a Scaled Agile environment. The primary focus of this role is...

Investment Data Reporting Analyst (12-Month Contract)

ENVIRONMENT:A critical thinking & solutions-driven Investment Data Reporting Analyst is sought by a dynamic Independent Asset Management Firm to fill a 12-Month Contract. Your role will focus primarily on high-quality quantitative data servicing of prospective...

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We are seeking a highly analytical and results-driven Sales Data Analyst to join the team with a leader in the manufacturing sector. The Sales Data Analyst will play a critical role in supporting Key Account Managers by extracting, analysing, and presenting sales data...

Business Analyst at QES

My client based in Cape Town (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for a Business Analyst with Financial Accounting and Insurance Experience to join them on an independent contract basis (6 months initially) Hybrid work model KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Consult with...

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