SA’s economic recovery remains fragile

After nearly two decades of weak growth, declining investment and rising structural constraints, South Africa faces a narrow window in which decisive reforms could determine whether it escapes long‑term stagnation or remains trapped in low growth. Coface research...

In an era of instability, restructuring promotes resilience

The era of corporate stability is over and this is why the most important C-suite appointment companies can make in 2026 is a full-time and continually proactive chief restructuring officer (CRO) in charge of a CRO office. A new Global CRO Study 2026, authored by the...

Global IT spend set for13,5% growth, to $6,31trn

Worldwide IT spending is expected to reach $6,31-trillion in 2026, up 13,5% from 2025, according to the latest forecast by Gartner. “This latest forecast underscores the accelerating momentum in AI infrastructure and advanced memory,” says John-David Lovelock,...

Beware the gap between perceived AI readiness and DR capability

Software-as-a-service (SaaS) data protection is seen as a high priority when implementing AI solutions – but a survey of senior IT decision-makers has revealed a gap between perceived readiness and tested, validated disaster recovery capability. This is among the...

Hybrid working a win-win for women

New research from International Workplace Group (IWG) reveals that when businesses give women access to professional workspaces closer to home, they gain stronger collaboration, networking, and performance in return. Hybrid and more flexible ways of working are also...

B2B buyers prefer a rep-free experience

Buyers want to engage on their own terms as 67% of B2B buyers state that they prefer a rep‑free experience, according to new research from Gartner. A survey of 646 B2B buyers conducted from August through September 2025 found the shift is already underway - with 45%...

Only 8% of top apps are quantum-resistant

The rapid development of quantum computing is raising significant security concerns – particularly with studies showing the just 8% of the most popular everyday-used apps are resilient. “Quantum computing is advancing rapidly, and it poses a threat to current...

Sienna Rose reopens AI content debate

Soul singer Sienna Rose has become popular on streaming services, earning upwards of $2 000 per week from downloads. But fans may be disappointed to learn that the artists, who has 3-million listeners on Spotify and uploaded a massive 45 tracks over a three-month...

SA tech business reaches Aurora Tech Award 2026 semi-finals

A South African tech business has been named among the Top 30 semi-finalists for the Aurora Tech Award 2026, a global initiative established by inDrive that recognises the most promising female-led technology startups from emerging markets. Among the organisations in...

Search engines still outperform GenAI

Only about one-third of consumers believe GenAI chatbots are as effective as search engines for learning new information, according to a survey by Gartner. GenAI tools may be transforming search behavior, but they are far from replacing traditional channels. Instead,...

Chinese vehicles gain traction in SA’s used market

AutoTrader’s latest pricing and mileage figures highlight a decisive shift in buyer behaviour as Chinese brands convert sceptics into confident second-hand shoppers. There was a time when the idea of owning a Chinese vehicle was underlined by humour. Why would you buy...

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....

SA  business leaders double down on AI and hiring

South African executives are entering 2026 with heightened optimism for growth, increased hiring plans and an intensified focus on artificial intelligence, according to new research from Accenture. The findings, published in Accenture’s Pulse of Change report ahead of...

AI-led job disruption will escalate, but no job apocalypse

Forrester forecasts that automation and AI will have a real but modest impact on jobs through 2030. While AI could account for 6% of total US job losses, equating to 10,4-million roles, widespread AI-driven job replacement remains unlikely, as labour productivity...

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Solar’s second act begins

Renewable energy is no longer about a few rooftop panels; businesses that want to reap the benefits must diversify. By Sakhile Ngcongwane, business development manager at SolarAfrica As the energy landscape shifts and policy signals grow increasingly mixed, many are...

Outdated systems are a hacker’s dream

Cybercrime is evolving faster than systems can keep up, so if your business is still sitting in the past, it’s sitting with vulnerabilities, writes Richard Frost, head of innovation and technology at Armata Cyber Security. According to the ‘Connected Business: digital...

Communication needs practice, not just tools

It’s been a few years since the height of the pandemic, but many of us are still recalibrating not just how we work, but how we connect. By Bernadette Froelich, chief HR officer at DAC Systems The long stretch of isolation during Covid and the fragmented shift to...

How hybrid work positively impacts people, profits and planet

As businesses across the globe adapt to new operational strategies, South African companies are increasingly turning to hybrid work to provide flexibility and efficiency. Hybrid working - a flexible model that combines in-office and remote work, enabling employees to...

Empowered people are the real cyber superpower

It's time to retire the tired narrative that employees are the “weakest link” in cybersecurity. They're not. They're simply the most frequently targeted. And that makes sense – if you’re a cybercriminal, why brute-force your way into secure systems when you can just...

SA’s tech future depends on young talent

If you ask any South African tech leader what keeps them up at night, chances are the answer will not just be the country’s unreliable energy grid or regulation. Ralph Berndt, head of sales and marketing at inq South Africa You can add skills to that list as well. Or...

Non-linear careers: a guide to starting over later in life

In a world where lifelong tenure at a single company is a thing of the past and the workplace is being rapidly reshaped by technological and AI disruption, non-linear career paths have become not just common, but a practical response to a constantly evolving...

Your smartphone is an AI-powered work ally – If you use it right

Wherever your team works, remote, hybrid, or on-site, one thing’s certain: they’re never far from their phones. It’s one of the constants of modern work life. But for forward-thinking organisations, the personal smartphone is no longer just a communication tool, it’s...

Vertiv appoints MultiNet Communications as Egypt distributor

Vertiv has appointed MultiNet Communications as a distribution partner in Egypt. “We are pleased to welcome MultiNet Communications as a distribution partner,” says Ehab El Hefnawy, regional director for Northeast Africa at Vertiv. “Egypt is a driving force in...

Schools Coders Club empowers future tech talent

While tech continues to transform economies and reshape careers, many of South Africa’s public schools, particularly those in historically underserved communities, struggle to offer even the basics of digital literacy. Access to reliable internet, up-to-date devices,...

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Our client is looking for a Senior Full Stack Engineer who will be responsible for the design, development, and delivery of complex features platform, spanning an Angular frontend, Python/Flask backend, and emerging GoLang microservices. The role requires independent...

SAP ABAP Developer (Senior) 2912

Understand/workshop the business requirements, preparing AS-IS, and TO-BE documents and get sign-off from users for Business Blueprint document.Basic understanding of ABAP debugging (Workbench related knowledge of new development/enhancements).SAP Configuration EWM,...

Senior Business Analyst – WMS Project at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Exciting Opportunity: Senior Business Analyst – WMS ProjectAre you a seasoned Business Analyst ready to make an impact in the retail and supply chain space? We're looking for a Certified Senior BA with a passion for process improvement and a proven track record in...

Decision Support System Developer at Bigen – Gauteng Bloempark AH

Hi, We have an excellent opportunity for Decision Support System Developer Job Title: Decision Support System Developer Directorate Water Directorate: Digital SystemsPosition Type - Limited Duration PositionLocation - Bigen Bloemfontein Office Role OverviewThe...

Software Engineer (Golang) – Western Cape Cape Town Region

Our client is looking for a Senior Full Stack Engineer who will be responsible for the design, development, and delivery of complex features platform, spanning an Angular frontend, Python/Flask backend, and emerging GoLang microservices. The role requires independent...

SAP ABAP Developer (Senior) 2912 – Gauteng Pretoria

Understand/workshop the business requirements, preparing AS-IS, and TO-BE documents and get sign-off from users for Business Blueprint document.Basic understanding of ABAP debugging (Workbench related knowledge of new development/enhancements).SAP Configuration EWM,...

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A premier residential graduate institute for mathematical sciences are seeking a Systems Administrator to manage and optimize their physical and virtual infrastructure. Responsibilities:Infrastructure Management: Monitor, troubleshoot, and repair server and networking...

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One of our clients is seeking a Senior DevOps Engineer or Site Reliability Engineer to provide technical leadership across Kubernetes-based platforms, spanning both AWS-hosted SaaS and on-premises customer deployments. This role focuses on platform stability,...

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