Google adds African languages to AI tools
Google has expanded its AI Overviews and AI Mode search tools to support 13 African languages in addition to English. The newly supported languages are Afrikaans (South Africa), Akan (Ghana), Amharic (Ethiopia), Hausa (Nigeria), Kinyarwanda (Rwanda), Afaan Oromoo...
Vodacom kicks of 2026 UN Global Compact SDG Innovation Accelerator
Vodacom has launched the 2026 cohort of the UN Global Compact SDG Innovation Accelerator, welcoming 98 young professionals from across Africa to develop commercially-viable business solutions aligned to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). “This...
Could 2026 be SA’s year of being back in the game?
If 2025 was the year South Africa had to steel itself for a tsunami of crises, 2026 could well shape up to be the year the country starts coming up for air. Locally, there was historic progress, marked by the stability of the Government of National Unity and a...
PIC acquires major interest in Datatec
The Public Investment Corporation (PIC) has increased its shareholding in Datatec. The entity now owns 20,55% of the total issued ordinary shares in the company. Datatec has accordingly filed the required notices with the Takeover Regulation Panel. Datatec received...
CEOs take the lead as AI investment gains pace
Corporate AI investment is growing significantly and it’s not about to slow down. Companies are planning to double their spending on the technology in 2026, accounting for about 1,7% of revenues - more than twice the increase for 2025. Meanwhile, CEOs are rolling up...
Global AI spend could pass $2,5trn in 2026
Worldwide spending on AI is forecast to total $2,52-trillion in 2026, a 44% increase year-over-year, according to Gartner. "AI adoption is fundamentally shaped by the readiness of both human capital and organisational processes, not merely by financial investment,”...
These trends are shaping global trade in 2026
Slower growth, rising protectionism and structural shifts in value chains, services and regulation are redefining trade flows, creating new risks and opportunities. Global trade had a record year in 2025, with preliminary data pointing to a 7% increase to exceed $35...
Microsoft the most imitated brand in phishing attacks
Microsoft has once again ranked as the most impersonated brand, appearing in 22% of all phishing attempts during the quarter, according to the Brand Phishing Ranking for Q4 2025 released by Check Point Research (CPR). This continues a multi-quarter trend in which...
National campaign aims for safer solar PV
The South African Insurance Association (SAIA), in partnership with municipalities, national industry bodies, insurers, financial institutions, fire protection organisations, and civil society, has launched the Safe Solar PV & Storage campaign to promote safe,...
Telegram blocks are effective in reducing underground activity
Modern messengers, such as WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal and others, are often used for illicit purposes, but there are effective defenses that can help limit the damage. Kaspersky Digital Footprint Intelligence conducted an in-depth monitoring of over 800 blocked...
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How to build a future-ready generation
With South Africa celebrating Youth Month 2025 and ahead of the 10th anniversary of World Youth Skills Day on 15 July which focuses on Youth Empowerment through AI and Digital Skills, there is a growing urgency to provide young people with access to the skills they...
Are SA children ready to tackle the future world of work?
We often speak of South Africa’s youngest citizens as tomorrow’s leaders - the future innovators, decision-makers and drivers of change. But are we truly investing in that future? According to the thrivebyfive index, which measures whether South African children are...
Ricoh SA recognised as a top DocuWare partner
Ricoh South Africa has retained its Platinum Partner status with DocuWare and has been re-admitted into the DocuWare Diamond Club, an exclusive recognition for top-performing partners that demonstrate strong sales, business growth, and expertise in delivering DocuWare...
Itec and Lexmark bring next-gen A3 print to SA
Managed business services provider Itec South Africa has announced a strategic development in their partnership with Lexmark to launch its new A3 printer range, the Lexmark 9-Series, in the South African market – with Itec being the first to bring this next-generation...
Vodacom earmarks R100m for KZN base stations
Vodacom will invest about R100-million in building 106 new base station sites in deep rural areas of KwaZulu Natal to connect hundreds of thousands people. The new sites will be rolled out in 11 district municipalities including Amajuba, eThekwini, Harry Gwala,...
Huawei explores ecosystems and infrastructure of the future
Huawei’s sixth annual Editors Xchange in Johannesburg brought delegates together under the theme “Ecosystems That Scale the Future” to explore how intelligent, integrated platforms are advancing South Africa’s digital development. Speakers from Huawei, government and...
Trend secures AI infrastructure with Nvidia
Organisations worldwide are racing to implement agentic artificial intelligence (AI) solutions to drive innovation and competitive advantage. However, this revolution introduces security challenges - particularly for organisations in highly regulated industries that...
Kaspersky supports Interpol in curbing infostealer threat
Kaspersky has assisted Interpol in its latest operation Secure that focused on disrupting infostealer threat and taking down infrastructure hosting such malware. The operation has brought together law enforcement agencies from 26 participating countries and Interpol’s...
The talent pipeline SA can’t afford to miss
As South Africa observes Youth Month, the country finds itself at the convergence of two major crises: youth unemployment and escalating cyber threats. While these issues may seem unrelated, cybersecurity skills development provides a significant opportunity to...
Nintendo Switch 2 sets sales record
In the four days following its 5 June launch, Nintendo Switch 2 sold more than 3,5-million units worldwide, becoming the fastest-selling Nintendo hardware ever. Nintendo Switch 2 features a larger, vivid screen capable of full 1080p high-definition display (and 4K...
Finance System Analyst at The Foschini Group
JOB DESCRIPTION Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with finance departments and other stakeholders to gather and understand the business requirements, Create user stories and acceptance criteria Analyse and document detailed specifications for modifications,...
Finance System Analyst at The Foschini Group – Western Cape Parow East
JOB DESCRIPTION Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with finance departments and other stakeholders to gather and understand the business requirements, Create user stories and acceptance criteria Analyse and document detailed specifications for modifications,...
Senior Business Analyst – Retail / Supply Chain at Columbus
We are recruiting a seasoned Business Analyst on a contract basis for a well-established client in the retail sector. This role suits a delivery-focused BA who thrives in structured environments while remaining adaptable and pragmatic. Our client values passion,...
Senior Business Analyst – Retail / Supply Chain at Columbus – Western Cape Cape Town CBD
We are recruiting a seasoned Business Analyst on a contract basis for a well-established client in the retail sector. This role suits a delivery-focused BA who thrives in structured environments while remaining adaptable and pragmatic. Our client values passion,...
Academic: Business Analysis at Mancosa
IntroductionMANCOSA, a DHET registered, and CHE accredited private higher education distance education provider, offering undergraduate and postgraduate Education qualifications, has the following vacancy available.Academic Programme Leader (Advanced Diploma in...
Academic: Business Analysis at Mancosa – KwaZulu-Natal KwaZulu-Natal
IntroductionMANCOSA, a DHET registered, and CHE accredited private higher education distance education provider, offering undergraduate and postgraduate Education qualifications, has the following vacancy available.Academic Programme Leader (Advanced Diploma in...
Technical Support Manager
A leading renewable energy company is looking for an experienced Technical Support Manager with strong experience in solar PV systems, multi-brand inverters and battery technologies to join their team in Johannesburg. This is a hybrid, hands-on technical role...
Senior Data Technologist at Financial Intelligence Centre
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PROJECT MANAGER
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Technical Support Manager – Gauteng Johannesburg
A leading renewable energy company is looking for an experienced Technical Support Manager with strong experience in solar PV systems, multi-brand inverters and battery technologies to join their team in Johannesburg. This is a hybrid, hands-on technical role...
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