Supply chains, built to be efficient, were also built to break
The convergence of physical and digital supply chain risks demands a new strategy, writes Pushpinder Singh, partner and global practice leader: supply chain transformation and offerings at the IBM Institute for Business Value. Just last week, fresh strikes in the...
Africa feels impact of Middle East conflict
The global economic environment has become increasingly volatile with rising frequency of major shocks worldwide. Amid spikes in energy, food and fertilizer prices caused by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, the African Development Bank (AfDB), the African...
New Moon mission prepares for lift-off
Teams at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida are making final preparations toward beginning launch countdown activities for the Artemis II mission, set to launch as early as tomorrow (1 April 2026). The weather forecast for launch day shows an 80% chance of...
Business liquidations decline, but financial pressure still elevated
South Africa’s corporate sector continues to operate under sustained financial pressure - despite a modest decline in business liquidations relative to the previous year, according to the latest Statistics of Liquidation report from Stats SA. The report shows that 135...
New POPIA code warns ‘clipboard security’ is over
South Africa’s estates and office parks are bracing for a major shake‑up at their boom gates as the Information Regulator finalises a POPIA Code of Conduct for Gated Access that will directly impact how controlled‑access properties collect and store visitor data. For...
AI forcing a talent squeeze in iGaming
As the South African iGaming and technology sectors mature, hiring practices are too - with companies on the hunt mainly for experienced technical staff while AI replaces traditional junior roles. This is according to new research from SoftSwiss and recruitment...
Trust in data and AI is in crisis
In an era where data and AI drive business success, organisations are more vulnerable than ever to data loss and outages. This is among the findings from Veeam Software’s latest Data Resilience survey of more than 4 000 C-Suite and senior IT leaders Organisations can...
Strengthening recovery testing in SaaS is key to resilience
As software as a service (SaaS) becomes more prevalent, new research from Keepit shows that - based on a real‑world backup and restore activity - recovery practices remain a work in progress for many organisations. The report analyses aggregated and anonymised...
How to store and keep your sensitive data safe
Ahead of World Backup Day, Kaspersky research has revealed the most popular ways to store important data – 87% of South Africans prefer digital – and offers some tips on how to keep it safe. Global research shows that zoomers and millennials keep nearly everything...
SA young scientists excel in Tunisia and China
South Africa’s young scientists have once again demonstrated excellence on the global stage, achieving outstanding results at the International Festival of Engineering Science and Technology in Tunisia (IFEST²) and the Beijing Youth Science Creation Competition...
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The role of mentorship as a strategy in SA’s inclusive leadership landscape
In South Africa, mentorship is more than a developmental tool. It is increasingly understood as a bridge to equity, resilience and long-term leadership sustainability. By Natasha Naidoo: director: industrial adhesives at Henkel South Africa Across a majority of...
Print is dead, long live print
Every few years, someone declares that print is dead, until print proves them wrong. By Barry Hasleham, key account manager at Altron Document Solutions The question worth asking is not whether it will survive, but why it keeps defying the forecast, what that means...
What Davos taught SA about local value
At Davos, the contrast between Donald Trump’s economic nationalism and Mark Carney’s climate-first globalism could not be more pronounced, writes Richard Firth, CEO of MIP Holdings. One was speaking the language of borders, tariffs, and domestic industry. The other...
MDR helps SA businesses stay ahead of attackers
At the start of 2024, a Hong Kong finance worker at a multinational firm joined what appeared to be a routine video call with senior leadership. The call included people who looked and sounded like the company's UK-based CFO and other executives, but they were...
Why AI won’t replace human judgment in credit risk and hiring
Over the coming year, artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly redefining both the credit and hiring sectors in South Africa, reshaping how opportunity is created and accessed. Research published in the SA Journal of Human Resource Management shows that more than...
Why digital trust matters for African SMEs
For years, security for SMEs across sub-Saharan Africa meant metal grilles and alarm systems. Today, the most significant risks are invisible and growing faster than most businesses realise, writes Andrew Bourne, regional head of Zoho South Africa. Artificial...
Towards a renewable future in SA and beyond
As South Africa continues to confront the dual pressures of energy insecurity and climate commitments, the transition to alternative energy sources has never been more urgent. With abundant solar irradiation, strong wind corridors and growing interest in green...
The golden age of software developers, again
By Barry Buck - Remember when everyone was going to be replaced by AI? When LinkedIn influencers declared that learning to code was a waste of time because ChatGPT could do it all? Yeah. About that. Software engineering hiring is climbing again. Not despite AI –...
Why cybersecurity awareness is failing, and what to fix first
South African businesses are investing heavily in cybersecurity technology. Detection tools are becoming more sophisticated, monitoring is more advanced, and response capabilities are faster. Yet most breaches still begin with a human error, writes Charmé van der...
AI adoption succeeds or fails on skills, not software
When organisations talk about “deploying AI”, they often mean very different things. Calwyn Baldwin, team lead: automation at Obsidian Systems For some, it is hosting a model on-premises. For others, it is enabling tools like Claude or Gemini across the workforce. In...
Senior Integration Business Analyst (Logistics) (JHB Onsite) – Gauteng Johannesburg
ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic Logistics company seeks the expertise of a Senior Integration Business Analyst to act as a hands-on, delivery-focused leader who ensures its technology translates into commercial value for its merchants. This role will focus on swift onboarding,...
Systems Administrator – Gauteng Hatfield
Systems AdministratorArea: Hatfield, Pretoria (PTA)Salary Package: negotiable up to R25000 plus Medical Aid, Provident FundJob PurposeThe Systems Administrator is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and efficiency of the company's systems. This role...
SENIOR TELECOM & NETWORK ASSISTANT (6 MONTHS CONTRACT)
OBJECTIVE The objective of this Terms of Reference (TOR) is to engage a highly skilled network engineer to support the Bank's network and unified communications team in executing targeted tasks aimed at enhancing network access, connectivity, switching, routing,...
SENIOR TELECOM & NETWORK ASSISTANT (6 MONTHS CONTRACT) – Gauteng Pretoria CBD
OBJECTIVE The objective of this Terms of Reference (TOR) is to engage a highly skilled network engineer to support the Bank's network and unified communications team in executing targeted tasks aimed at enhancing network access, connectivity, switching, routing,...
Front End Developer (Marketing Team) – CPT
ENVIRONMENT:Our client is an innovative professional services firm that supports international clients by delivering tailored solutions across accounting, wealth management, financial planning, currency exchange, and nationality services. They are currently seeking a...
Front End Developer (Marketing Team) – CPT – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:Our client is an innovative professional services firm that supports international clients by delivering tailored solutions across accounting, wealth management, financial planning, currency exchange, and nationality services. They are currently seeking a...
Junior Technical Wealth Specialist
Are you a detail-oriented and analytically minded individual with a passion for investments, financial planning, and technical research? A leading and well-established financial services firm is looking for a Junior Technical Wealth Specialist to join their dynamic...
Trade Counter Sales & Technical Support (Construction)
Bridge the gap between construction and customer solutions in a dynamic counter sales role. Is this you?You're practical, hands-on, and enjoy working with trade customers. You communicate clearly, take pride in helping others, and have a natural ability to explain...
Junior Technical Wealth Specialist – Western Cape Cape Town
Are you a detail-oriented and analytically minded individual with a passion for investments, financial planning, and technical research? A leading and well-established financial services firm is looking for a Junior Technical Wealth Specialist to join their dynamic...
Trade Counter Sales & Technical Support (Construction) – Western Cape Maitland
Bridge the gap between construction and customer solutions in a dynamic counter sales role. Is this you?You're practical, hands-on, and enjoy working with trade customers. You communicate clearly, take pride in helping others, and have a natural ability to explain...
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