Turn vision into reality with the right AI strategy

Kathy Gibson reports from Dell Technologies Forum in Johannesburg - Today's leaders aren't asking whether to adopt AI, they're asking how to turn it into outcomes the business can see. And South African companies can no longer afford to take a wait-and-see attitude to...

Gloomy outlook for global economies as geopolitical tensions worsen

Coface’s latest risk review, Rates Against the Machine, has confirmed what the world dreaded just a few months ago has come to pass – rather than improve, the geopolitical situation has deteriorated once again. This, Coface says, puts upward pressure on commodity...

Banks are still missing the links between fraud and money laundering

Financial institutions are increasingly integrating their fraud and anti-money laundering (AML) systems, but intelligence and governance gaps remain. New fraud and AML convergence research from Datos Insights, commissioned by data and AI leader SAS, finds 86% report...

How can SA plug the ICT skills gap?

Kathy Gibson reports from the IITPSA Workforce Conference – While South Africa records the highest unemployment rate in the world, there is still a dire shortage of critical IT skills. Presenting the IITPSA IT Skills Survey, Lehlohonolo  Mokenela, MD of Africa...

How to beat the runaway cost of AI tokens

Kathy Gibson reports from Nutanix .Next in Sandton - For much of the 20th century, oil was the currency that drove the economy. As we entered the 21st century, businesses started to refer to data as the “new oil”. Today, organisations are realising that data is only...

SA consumers comfortable with AI making financial decisions

Consumers are ready to take the next step in their relationship with artificial intelligence (AI) with four in 10 South African consumers comfortable with AI agents applying for credit, according to new research from Experian. The study – AI in Risk: The Rise of...

SA entrepreneurs invited to step on to the national stage

The search has officially begun for South Africa's most inspiring entrepreneurs as entries open for the 18th South African Small Business Awards. Whether a business has achieved exceptional growth, overcome significant challenges, introduced an innovative product or...

GoTyme Bank app migration logs 4m users

As it prepares to discontinue existing platforms, GoTyme Bank (formerly TymeBank) has clocked more than 4-million downloads of its new app. As more customers move to the new GoTyme Bank app, the bank is accelerating its phased migration away from its legacy digital...

Zoho looks to local data centre as SA market booms

South Africa is already one of Zoho’s leading markets, with new product upgrades like point of sale and artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities set to drive the system’s popularity in the months to come. Andrew Bourne, regional head: South Africa at Zoho, hopes to...

How to stay safe on X Money

X Money, a core part of Elon Musk’s mission to turn X into an “everything app” has just launched. Scammers are likely already preparing social engineering campaigns to trap users. Under the X Money rules of engagement, only Premium Plus subscribers are eligible for up...

Chinese brands dominate in EV growth

Electronic vehicle (EV) adoption is maturing into a structural trend rather than a short-term reaction. This is the headline finding from a new OLX study, “The Great Acceleration: East Meets Electric”, which examines consumer demand for electric vehicles across five...

Taxpayers advises to declare cypto assets before SARS connects the dots

Significant local and international developments in the crypto asset taxation environment require taxpayers to tread with caution when submitting their tax returns for the 2026 Filing Season. South Africa adopted the Crypto Asset Reporting Framework (CARF), effective...

Vodacom, UJ, AWS aim to grow SA’s AI talent pipeline

Vodacom has partnered with the University of Johannesburg (UJ), in collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS), to help address South Africa’s growing demand for job-ready artificial intelligence (AI) and data science skills. The partnership brings industry, academia...

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Beyond the gate: access control works with physical barriers

In an age of smart homes, mobile alerts and cloud-connected cameras, it is tempting to believe that security has become purely digital. Yet, when it comes to protecting South African homes, estates and small businesses, true security still begins and ends with...

Digital innovation and SaaS can change Nigeria’s energy landscape

Today, just over 60% of Nigerians have access to grid-connected electricity, and even those who do often endure erratic service, with the average daily supply standing at less than seven hours according to the country’s National Bureau of Statistics. By Elijah Daniel,...

The rise of the Autonomous Enterprise will redefine business in 2026

A powerful shift is reshaping how organisations operate, compete and grow, writes Sergio Maccotta, senior vice-president and GM of SAP Middle East and Africa – South. The era of digitisation is giving way to something more profound: the Autonomous Enterprise - a...

DPI the backbone of modern public services

South Africa is at a pivotal point in its digital transformation journey. With internet penetration now above 79%, the country has made significant strides in connectivity. By Chandra Mohan Malladi, global head,: digital public infrastructure (DPI) and financial...

Hexnode expands into Africa

Hexnode, the enterprise software division of Mitsogo, has released Hexnode XDR, its extended detection and response platform that underpins its effort to strengthen cyber resilience across African organisations. Across Africa, cyber threats continue to escalate in...

Cyber-resolutions that will actually improve your life in 2026

The new year is the perfect time to reset goals and build new habits. But apart from the usual commitments to exercise more, doomscroll less or eat better, 2026 is the year to finally get ‘cyber-fit’ – you don’t even have to drive to a gym for this one. While...

Why technical and vocational skills are SA’s growth engine

The 2025 matric results are out, and the class of 2026 returns to school the today (14 January 2026). Hundreds of thousands of young people face crucial decisions about their future. But the automatic assumption that university is the only path to success needs urgent...

How AI will transform the workplace in 2026

If you think just about every assumption about work has already been upended, get ready for even faster change in 2026. The key driver? Agentic AI. By Kevin Delaney, senior writer for Cisco Global Communications Because while we’ve already seen big paradigm shifts in...

New training scenarios from Kaspersky

Kaspersky has expanded its flagship awareness platform, Kaspersky Interactive Protection Simulation (KIPS), introducing new and updated scenarios that reflect the evolving cyberthreat landscape. The release aims to help corporations, banks and IT companies enhance...

C# Developer

Logistics and Distributions company with international footprints is looking for a Senior C# Developer to join their permanent team in the East of Johannesburg We are looking for a Senior developer with proficiency in Web and Windows services, strong RestAPI & MS...

Senior Software Developer (C#) – CH1252

Our client, in the Payments and Lending industry, has an opening for a skilled Senior Software Developer to join our diverse team of C# developers. They are looking for an individual that takes pride in what they do, is customer focused and takes ownership and...

Kit Co-Ordinator – Gauteng Midrand

A leading medical supplier requires a Kit Co-Ordinator for their KZN & Free State region. This role is based in Midrand.Management of Kit inventory for the Vascular Division within the KZN & Bloemfontein BranchDispatch of kits to various health care...

Senior Front-End (Angular) Developer – Centurion

ENVIRONMENTA leading Security Solutions provider in Centurion is looking for a passionate and innovative Front-End Developer looking to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced technology environment. They are seeking a Senior Front-End (Angular) Developer to join...

SAP Functional Consultant (Senior) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Ready to work on enterprise-scale SAP solutions that impact global operations?We're looking for an experienced SAP Functional Consultant (Senior) to join a high-performing international team delivering innovative SAP solutions in a fast-paced Agile environment. If...

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