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....

Data, fibre deliver growth for Telkom

Telkom SA has announced that group revenue for the six months ended 30 September 2025 are up 3,4% to R22 104-million, driven by robust mobile data revenue growth (+10,3%) and fibre-related data revenue (+12.3%). Meanwhile, group data revenue is up 7,9%, contributing...

User numbers increase, but Internet disparities deepen

The world's online population grew by more than 240-million people in 2025, according to the new Facts and Figures 2025 report from the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). The new estimates confirm continuing progress in expanding digital connectivity, while...

Listen to municipal engineers to prevent infrastructure collapse

Marking Transport Month, the Institute of Municipal Engineering of Southern Africa (IMESA) is calling for urgent reform in how infrastructure decisions are made - warning that many ongoing failures in transport and public infrastructure are rooted in one critical...

Collaboration and education key to fixing SA’s failing logistics

This Transport Month, supply chain industry body SAPICS is putting the spotlight on the critical link between transport infrastructure and national supply chain resilience and says that collaboration and education are key to building a safe, world-class logistics...

Seacom, Sentech to ‘turbocharge’ local tech SMMEs

Seacom and Sentech have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to accelerate the growth of SMMEs in the local telecommunications sector and advance their contribution to the digital economy through targeted support. The 12-month collaboration also recognises the...

AI leaders outpace laggards with double revenue growth

The performance gap between AI leaders and laggards is widening fast with agentic AI emerging as a powerful force shaping future-built companies, according to new research from Boston Consulting Group (BCG). Globally, 5% of companies qualify as “future-built” for AI....

Trust in GenAI surges

IT and business leaders have greater trust in generative AI (GenAI) than any other form of AI, according to new research commissioned by SAS. The IDC Data and AI Impact Report: The Trust Imperative exploring AI use and adoption also found that only 40% are investing...

SABC board members ordered to pay R11,5m

The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has welcomed the default judgment handed down by the High Court of South Africa, Gauteng Division, ordering three former SABC board members to pay back R11 508 549.12 tied to their unlawful decision to pay Hlaudi Motsoeneng, the...

Poorest workers pay the most for data

For millions of cashiers, guards and cleaners, staying connected is unaffordable. A single gigabyte of prepaid data in South Africa costs around R85 – the equivalent of three hours of work at the minimum wage of R28.79 per hour. In Europe, the same gigabyte costs less...

These jobs are in demand

The future of work in South Africa will be shaped by rising demand for professionals that offer a strong blend of technical skills, business acumen and digital fluency. This is according to Pnet’s September 2025 Job Market Trends Report, which explores 15 jobs that...

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Meta announces Llama Impact Grant for startups, researchers

Meta, In partnership with Data Science Africa, has announced the Llama Impact Grant for startups and researchers based in sub-Saharan Africa. As part of Meta's global Llama Impact Grants, this initiative will support projects that harness the power of Llama, Meta's...

IBC Solar buys into Solarworld

IBC Solar, a full-service provider of solar energy solutions, is expanding its presence in Africa through the acquisition of Solarworld Africa. IBC Solar and Solarworld Africa have had a business relationship since 2022. Now, IBC Solar is undertaking a majority...

Gaia Renewables 1 expands power portfolio

Gaia Renewables 1, listed on the Cape Town Stock Exchange (CTSE), has announced the acquisition of stakes in three renewable energy plants. The deal, initially funded with debt and equity, will see the fund gaining a 10% holding in each of the Linde and Kalkbult solar...

Kaspersky extends targeted attack protection

Kaspersky has announced a major update to its Kaspersky Anti Targeted Attack (KATA). With the launch of KATA 7.0, organisations can now benefit from enhanced Network Detection and Response (NDR) capabilities with deeper network visibility, internal threats detection...

A blueprint for sustainable organisational growth

As organisations enter the new year, many are refreshing strategies and refining goals amidst a rapidly changing landscape. By Vanisha Balgobind, talent and organisation lead for Accenture, Africa About 80% of companies consider change part of their long-term vision...

Broad-based ownership could mitigate impact of US aid cuts

Like most people, I was shocked by US President Trump’s unexpected cut in foreign aid, writes Shaun Smit, director at Transcend Capital. I knew South Africa would be affected but was curious about just how far this could go. I was surprised to find out that a massive...

Kyocera earns global recognition for eco-conscious innovation

Kyocera Document Solutions has gained two major achievements that demonstrate its commitment to environmental responsibility and innovation. The company won the prestigious WORLDSTAR 2025 Global Packaging Award for its groundbreaking product packaging design for...

C-suite must adapt to new regulatory accountability  

The C-suite has long left data resilience and cybersecurity in the hands of security and IT teams, writes Rick Vanover, vice-president of product strategy at Veeam. It’s been a case of ‘leave it to the experts’, and for a long time, that made sense. But as...

Digital BPOs could unlock AI-driven efficiency

As organisations grow, the pressure to maintain the service levels that led to their growth increases. By Ryan Falkenberg, CEO of Clevva Delivering effective customer service at scale requires specialist skills – skills that are not core to many companies. As a...

Software Engineer (Citrusdal) – Western Cape Stellenbosch

SummaryOur client is looking for a talented Backend Software Engineer with a strong background in datamanagement, transformation, and analytical product development. The ideal candidate will beresponsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the backend...

Senior Full Stack Developer (C# ASP.NET JavaScript) (Remote)

ENVIRONMENT:Are you ready to do more than just write code? Our client is looking for a passionate Senior Full Stack Developer who's not just a technical expert - but a builder, a mentor, and a visionary. This is your opportunity to join a fast-growing international...

Full-Stack Software Developer (C#,SQL) – FULLY REMOTE (CH1165)

Our client, a company in the retail software industry, is looking for an experienced Full-Stack C# Developer to join their team.This role is a hands-on opportunity to contribute to both modern and legacy systems, from end-to-end development, including UI design,...

Technical Business Analyst

Technical Business AnalystEmpower smarter business decisions through data and software innovation.Durban (Office Based) | R35 000 - R45 000 About Our ClientOur client is a forward-thinking software solutions company developing intelligent business and data management...

Automation and DevOps Engineer (Centurion)

ENVIRONMENT:A leading provider of Electronic Systems seeks the technical expertise of an Automation and DevOps Engineer who can understand complex systems and break down requirements into manageable components. The ideal candidate for this role will have the strategic...

Technical Business Analyst – KwaZulu-Natal Durban North

Technical Business AnalystEmpower smarter business decisions through data and software innovation.Durban (Office Based) | R35 000 - R45 000 About Our ClientOur client is a forward-thinking software solutions company developing intelligent business and data management...

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