IT upgrades put Khoi-San traditional names on official documents
Khoi-San traditional names can now be used on official documents. Minister of Home Affairs Dr Leon Schreiber handed over the first smart ID produced by the Department of Home Affairs and Government Printing Works that records a Khoi-San traditional name, following the...
Embedded AI in cloud ERP set to speed financial close
Five emerging themes in cloud enterprise resource planning (ERP) finance applications will shape the future of the finance function through AI and automation, according to Gartner. Based on these themes, Gartner predicts that finance organisations using cloud ERP...
Telecoms faces new threats in 2026
The Communication Risk Information Centre (COMRiC) has warned that South Africa’s telecoms sector enters 2026 facing intensifying cybercrime, infrastructure fragility and global supply threats that pose a direct risk to national digital stability. The assessment comes...
Discovery reverses attempt to claw back funds
More than 16 000 Discovery Health customers are breathing a sigh of relief this morning after the medical scheme decided it would halt attempts to claw back funds erroneously paid out due to a system error. Discovery Health last night (Sunday 11 January 2026) announ...
Africa records big increase in air cargo
During November 2025, African airlines experiences a 15,6% year-on-year increase in the demand for air cargo, making it the strongest-growing region in the world. The continent’s airlines saw an 18,1% capacity increase year-on-year. a cargo load factor (the percentage...
Bill Gates pays $8bn to ex-wife’s foundation
As part of his divorce settlement, Bill Gates has paid almost $8-billion Melinda French Gates’s private foundation. The payment is one of the largest charitable contributions ever recorded. The $7,88-billion was paid to the relatively new Pivotal Philanthropies...
Internet shut down in Iran
Iran’s security services have shut down Internet access in the country, as protests calling for regime change continue to spread. Yesterday, heads of security services and the judiciary warned that they would take action against protestors, and today the country seems...
Brands and retailers navigate a new reality as AI shapes consumer decisions
Generative AI (GenAI) is reshaping the first steps of our shopping experience before we ever click "buy”. From hyper-personalized suggestions to curated inspiration, influence now begins long before a store visit or app tap, moving where brands and retailers compete...
Brace for unprecedented data centre buildout in 2026
In 2025, talk of the artificial intelligence (AI) bubble grew stronger, with frontier projects such as Stargate dominating the headlines. Meanwhile, server densities continued to grow to satisfy the voracious demand for compute placed by AI workloads. As a result,...
Rising memory costs threaten smartphone affordability
The global smartphone industry is entering a challenging period, with analysts such as IDC revising their growth projections for 2026 downwards. most significant reason for the downgrade lies in the probability that smartphone prices are expected to soar next year, a...
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Absa’s ShopRed helps entrepreneurs take their business online
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CCI takes home an armful of awards
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Sage unveils AI-powered roadmap
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How to spot phishing, vishing and smishing
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Deepfakes a growing threat to SA corporations
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Goodbye CISO scapegoating as the age of corporate accountability arrives
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Align cybersecurity with ESG for sustainable security
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What Industry 5.0 looks like for African manufacturers
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Less testing, more thinking: the case for project-based learning
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Empowerment without support is a leadership illusion
Leaders often assume that delegation equals empowerment, only to be frustrated when delegated tasks end up back on their desks after some time. By Juanita Vorster, independent business advisor Unfortunately, more often than not, what is perceived as delegation is...
IT Software Developer (Centurion / East London)
RESPONSIBILITIESThe role will include but not limited to:Collaborate with users and stakeholders to gather and document system requirements and translate them into functional specifications.Conduct system upgrades, patch management, and configuration changes with...
IT Support Analyst
As an IT Support Analyst, you will play a crucial role in supporting our IT operations by serving as the initial point of contact for all IT-related issues within the organization, particularly for our radiologists. Under the supervision of the Global Service Desk...
ERP Application Consultant (Finance) – Gauteng Johannesburg North
Ready to blend your finance expertise with cutting-edge technology? If you are looking for a company where you are more than just a number and gives you the opportunity to grow and expand your knowledge, then this is for you.This hybrid role will include carrying out...
IT Software Developer (Centurion / East London) – Eastern Cape East London
RESPONSIBILITIESThe role will include but not limited to:Collaborate with users and stakeholders to gather and document system requirements and translate them into functional specifications.Conduct system upgrades, patch management, and configuration changes with...
IT Support Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town
As an IT Support Analyst, you will play a crucial role in supporting our IT operations by serving as the initial point of contact for all IT-related issues within the organization, particularly for our radiologists. Under the supervision of the Global Service Desk...
CNC Programmer
Company based in Somerset West, Western Cape is seeking skilled CNC Programmers for 6 months with expertise in CNC programming for 3 and 5-axis machining centres.This role involves programming complex parts and tools, optimizing tool paths, and ensuring efficient...
Senior Full Stack Developer (Mobile & Backend Migration) at Datonomy Solutions
We are undertaking a strategic migration of an existing mobile and backend product into a previously built, modernised platform. This role requires a hands-on Senior Full Stack Developer who is equally comfortable working across Flutter mobile applications and...
Software Developer (Odoo/Python) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
To develop, customize, and maintain the company's Odoo ERP system. Responsible for writing high-quality, scalable Python code, managing code repositories, and collaborating with internal teams and external partners to deliver robust and efficient ERP solutions that...
CNC Programmer – Western Cape Somerset West
Company based in Somerset West, Western Cape is seeking skilled CNC Programmers for 6 months with expertise in CNC programming for 3 and 5-axis machining centres.This role involves programming complex parts and tools, optimizing tool paths, and ensuring efficient...
Senior Full Stack Developer (Mobile & Backend Migration) at Datonomy Solutions – Western Cape Cape Town
We are undertaking a strategic migration of an existing mobile and backend product into a previously built, modernised platform. This role requires a hands-on Senior Full Stack Developer who is equally comfortable working across Flutter mobile applications and...
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