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...

As cost pressures mount, consumers shift spend to essentials

South African consumers are adjusting their financial behaviour in response to ongoing cost pressures, with TransUnion's Q1 2026 Consumer Pulse Study revealing meaningful shifts in how households spend, save and manage credit. While many households remain under...

Countdown to ZANOG@iWeek2026

With scarcely two months to go until ZANOG@iWeek2026 kicks off in April, ISPA reminds delegates there is no cost to register. ISPA is South Africa’s official internet Industry Representative Body (IRB) and an event partner with ZANOG (the South African Network...

AI is fueling biometric fraud in southern Africa

Artificial intelligence (AI) has rapidly reduced the cost, while increasing the scalability and quality of deepfake fraud. In addition, as identity becomes part of the fabric of many essential applications, fraudsters increasingly attack the online ID capture pipeline...

Rewriting matric can improve marks

Facing disappointing matric results or not having written the matric final examination can feel like a closed door. However, a powerful local narrative is gaining momentum: one brave decision to rewrite or attempt it for the first time can fundamentally rewrite your...

99 in-demand jobs matrics can qualify for within a year

As the class of 2025 reflects on their matric results and the class of 2026 settles into the new school year, Kagiso Trust has a powerful message for young people: there are 99 occupations in high demand that you can qualify for through technical and vocational...

AI autonomy will be key for the self-driving enterprise

There has been a definitive shift in the digital landscape. Today, autonomous intelligence - not simply technology adoption - is driving competitive advantage. This is the headline finding from HCLSoftware’s Tech Trends 2026 report, which polled 173 enterprise leaders...

NASA’s blockchain technology could enhance air travel safety

Through a drone flight test at NASA’s Ames Research Centre in California’s Silicon Valley, researchers tested a blockchain-based system for protecting flight data. The system aims to keep air traffic management safe from disruption and protect data transferred...

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...

Resilience could waver on asset prices, debt, geoeconomic tensions

The global economic outlook has improved modestly but remains uncertain, with asset valuations, mounting debt, geoeconomic realignment and rapid artificial intelligence deployment creating both opportunities and risks, according to the World Economic Forum's...

SA needs to close the AI implementation gap

South Africa is not short on ambition when it comes to artificial intelligence – what the country is short on is execution. That is the harsh conclusion from Joshua Harvey, head of growth at Specno. He points out that, while global benchmarks show South Africa is...

After a milestone year, what does 2026 hold for crypto?

2025 delivered milestone achievements alongside a choppy market. Total crypto market capitalisation surpassed $4-trillion for the first time, and Bitcoin reached a new all-time high of $126 000. At the same time, macro uncertainty – monetary policy, trade tensions,...

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Building a competitive edge with GenAI in Africa

As organisations across Africa are starting to invest in generative AI (GenAI), they must carefully assess its business impact, ensure strategic deployment and account for potential hidden costs. By Shakeel Jhazbhay, GM: digital business solutions at Datacentrix The...

Why Africa must lead its own AI education revolution

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to sweep into higher education with Silicon Valley-style excitement, Africa faces a far more urgent and complex challenge, writes Dr Nyx McLean, head of research and postgraduate studies at Eduvos. While higher education...

Kaspersky eSIM Store simplifies global travel

Kaspersky eSIM Store is a new connectivity solution for international travel. Designed to make it easier for leisure and business travellers to stay online globally, it empowers users with easy Internet access across more than 150 countries and regions, with a choice...

Jaltech, Wetility seal R500m solar power deal

Wetility has secured a R500-million structured capital partnership with Jaltech to fund solar and battery systems. This will enable Wetility to add over 16 MW of solar capacity to the national distributed energy footprint, as well as avoid over 250 000 metric tons of...

What business travellers need to know this flu season

If you're a professional heading abroad for business this winter, there's more to think about than flights and meeting agendas. The South African Medical Association (SAMA) recently shared a warning about rising flu cases across the country. For business travellers,...

Ericsson, Google Cloud team on AI-powered 5G core as-a-service

Ericsson has launched Ericsson On-Demand, a new solution delivering core network services as a true software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform to communications service providers (CSPs). The platform is designed with Google Cloud, leveraging AI infrastructure and Google...

Hisense users can watch the World Cup for free

Hisense SA has announced that users of its VIDAA-powered smart TVs will be able to watch every match of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 - live, and at no cost. As an official partner of the tournament, Hisense is offering fans across the globe, including South Africa,...

MTN named SA’s most admired brand and best telecommunication brand

MTN has once again secured its position as South Africa’s most admired brand for 2025, while also being named the best telecommunications brand in the country by Brand Africa. Charles Molapisi, CEO of MTN South Africa, says: “This recognition is a powerful affirmation...

MTN SA appointment for Muyiwa Ladipo

MTN South Africa has appointed Muyiwa Ladipo as chief consumer officer for prepaid, effective 15 September 2025. Muyiwa joins MTN SA from EE Mobile UK (part of the BT Group), where he currently serves as pricing and portfolio manager. He previously worked as chief...

SAP ABAP Developer (Senior) 1788 – Gauteng Pretoria

Part of a team of 14 that will do Operation support on a rotational basis.Based on a strong technical ABAP background, play a technical solution architect role for all change requests.Mediate between developers and functional team members and will engage directly with...

Business Analyst – Western Cape Woodstock

My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for a Business Analyst to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Qualifications & Experience Certified Business Analyst qualification (CBAP, CCBA, FTI, or equivalent preferred)Minimum 8+ years' Business...

Decision Support System Developer at Bigen

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)

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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