SA companies are shunning public cloud for AI workloads

South African organisations are shifting AI workloads out of the public cloud faster than their counterparts anywhere else in the world, according to new global research commissioned by Cloudera. The Great AI Re-Architecture Survey, conducted by Wakefield Research...

AI-driven cybercrime moves into operational mainstream

AI, infostealers, vulnerabilities, ransomware, and geopolitical conflict are reshaping organisational risk and compressing the time defenders have to respond, according to Flashpoint’s latest 2026 Global Threat Intelligence Report: Midyear Edition. The threat...

MoonHacker uses NASA data to build lunar digital twins

The barren lunar landscape has some important resources, such as water and minerals like iron and titanium, but extracting and processing them will require special equipment. Where those resources can be found will dictate where to land and how to mine them. To help...

July economic activity reverses two months of decline

South Africa’s economic activity improved in July 2026, following a challenging performance in June and May, according to the PayInc Economic Index. Lower fuel prices provided some relief, while record transaction volumes point to resilient economic activity. However,...

MTN’s Ralph Mupita elected as GSMA deputy chair

The GSMA board of directors has elected Ralph Mupita as deputy chair for the remainder of the board term, until the end of 2026. In this role, he will support the chair and board in overseeing the strategic direction of the organisation, which represents the world’s...

Advanced Triada trojan found on counterfeit smartphones

Kaspersky has uncovered a new, sophisticated version of the Triada Trojan preinstalled on counterfeit Android smartphones allegedly sold through unauthorised retailers. Embedded in the system firmware, the malware operates undetected and grants attackers’ full control...

Multi-malware campaign comes from all directions

A Kaspersky report reveals that an ongoing malicious "multi-malware" campaign has conducted more than 10 000 attacks primarily targeting global organisations. The campaign employs backdoors, keyloggers, and miners. Using new malicious scripts designed to disable...

EMEA companies most enthusiastic about AI, ML

European business leaders know their organisations would benefit from AI and ML, despite the differing views on these technologies in the boardroom. This is among the findings from Workday's new study on how artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) will...

IITPSA names 2023 President’s Awards finalists

The Institute of Information Technology Professionals South Africa (IITPSA) has announced the finalists for the 2023 IITPSA President's Awards. The awards recognise leaders in the ICT sector, and have grown in scope over 30 years to include the IT Personality of the...

All the Global Startup Awards Africa winners …

The Global Startup Awards Africa (GSA) Africa, in collaboration with the Global Innovation Initiative Group (GIIG), the Ethiopian Ministry of Labour and Skills (MOLS), the Ethiopian Ministry of Innovation and Technology (MInT) with the support of the Entrepreneurship...

These key macro factors are shaping financial markets

Having not yet recovered from the pressing geopolitical and social risks of the past two years, the global economy will continue to experience turbulence in Q4, and into 2024. FBS presents an overview of the most significant macroeconomic trends traders should...

SA teacher makes global prize shortlist

Mariette Wheeler, a science teacher at Protea Heights Academy in Cape Town, South Africa, has been named a top 10 finalist for the Varkey Foundation Global Teacher Prize 2023 organised in collaboration with UNESCO and in strategic partnership with Dubai Cares, a...

Business plays an increasing role in SA’s stability

Kathy Gibson reports - If it weren’t that South African businesses are so resilient, the country would be in a much more dire state than it is. Busisiwe Mavuso, CEO of Business Leadership South Africa (BLSA), notes that business confidence remains stubbornly...

Despite headwinds, SA CEOs remain resilient

Kathy Gibson reports - Every year it seems that business confronts more uncertainty - and this doesn't look like this will be going away any time soon, or deter them. This is the word from Ignatius Sehoole, CEO of KPMG, presenting the 2023 CEO Outlook this morning....

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Ireland a hotbed of fintech innovation, say SA buyers

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VoIP is affordable and reliable

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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,...

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Technical Lead – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Can You Be the Captain of Our Tech Ship? We need a Technical Lead to steer our team through complex projects and deliver exceptional results. If you thrive on solving tough problems, mentoring developers, and building scalable solutions, apply now and let's chart a...

Systems Analyst – Gauteng Parkwood

Business Systems Analyst / Systems AnalystAccelerate your career with cutting-edge fintech solutions!Up to R880,000 per annumJoin a dynamic team committed to innovation and excellence in the Telco and IT industry. This is an ideal opportunity to harness your expertise...

ABAP Developer

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Our client in Port Elizabeth is looking for a talented and creative Mobile Developer to join their dynamic team! As a Mobile Developer you will be responsible for building and maintaining sleek and powerful mobile applications for both Android and IOS platforms. You...

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Agile Business AnalystEmpower innovation in the financial sector!R 800,000 - R 990,000 per annumJoin a forward-thinking company driving digital transformation in the industry. This is an ideal opportunity to harness your expertise in business analysis and technology...

ABAP Developer – Western Cape Cape Town CBD

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?? Join Our Consulting Dream Team as a SAP BW Functional Analyst!?? Are you a SAPCRM expert with a passion for innovation?Step into a role where your skills fuel transformation across the nation!?? Collaborate with industry leaders, driving data-driven success,??...

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