Geopolitics creates inflationary pressures for SA

As the Middle East moves towards a fragile lull in hostilities, the economic shock caused by the conflict – supply chains perturbation, inflation etc - is already spreading to the global economy with oil-importing economies such as South Africa particularly exposed to...

Credit trends diverge as consumers navigate affordability

South African consumers are reshaping how they access and use credit as affordability pressures persist, according to TransUnion’s Q1 2026 South Africa Industry Insights Report. The report’s findings show that credit demand remained resilient, but diverging risk...

Small fibre operators outshine giants in ISPA survey

ISPA's Perception Survey gauges ISPs’ perceptions of fibre network operator (FNO) performance across a range of metrics - and the most recent results reveal smaller FNOs are outshining the established competition. South Africa’s official internet Industry...

The human impact of AI forces a redesign in how we work

We are living through one of the most significant transformations in the history of work, writes Aparna Nair, chief talent, leadership and culture officer at IBM. AI is reshaping roles, rewiring workflows, and redefining the nature of performance itself. Yet, a new...

WEF launches roadmap for AI transformation

The World Economic Forum’s AI Governance Alliance has launched the Industries in the Intelligent Age report series, providing a comprehensive roadmap for businesses and governments to adopt and scale artificial intelligence (AI). The nine reports explore industry...

CEOs optimistic about global economic outlook

Almost 60% of CEOs around the world expect global economic growth to increase over the next 12 months, according to PwC’s 28th Annual Global CEO Survey. The report, which surveyed 4,701 CEOs across 109 countries and territories, also finds that 42% expect to increase...

Intel and Asus bring AI to the fight against cancer

Colorectal cancer is the third most-common cancer worldwide, with almost 2-million new cases detected in 2020, according to World Cancer Research. While diagnosing colon-related cancers is a relatively straightforward procedure - most adults will undertake a...

Load shedding forces change in consumer buying habits

Retailers geared at making consumers' digital shopping experiences more efficient and useful are proving that they know what it takes to stay ahead of the curve as shopping trends evolve. According to PwC's latest Global Consumer Insights Survey Pulse 6: Key trends...

Financial industry leads in mixed cloud deployments

The financial industry is a major market for cloud deployments, according to Nutanix's fifth annual Enterprise Cloud Index (ECI) survey, which measures enterprise progress with cloud adoption. The research reveals that mixed deployments among financial companies are...

Cathode oxidation research shakes up thinking on batteries

Scientists have made a significant breakthrough in understanding and overcoming the challenges associated with Ni-rich cathode materials used in lithium-ion batteries. These materials have the potential to achieve both high voltages and capacities, but their practical...

Consumers are willing to pay for these connected car services

Want to create a social-media firestorm? Announce that popular in-car features will require a subscription -- on top of what people already are paying for the vehicle. General Motors and BMW recently sparked controversy by announcing efforts to grow subscription-based...

Microsoft the most impersonated brand for phishing scams

According to the Check Point Research (CPR) Brand Phishing Report for Q2 2023, Microsoft has climbed up the rankings, moving from third place in Q1 2023 to top spot in Q2 and accounting for 29% of all brand phishing attempts. This growth may be partially explained by...

Old vulnerabilities gain in popularity

An old vulnerability in Microsoft Office is gaining popularity among attackers who target both regular users and companies, Kaspersky has found. Since the beginning of the year, the exploitation of CVE-2017-11882 has increased by nearly 500%, impacting thousands....

Load shedding impacts waste management

The effects of loadshedding on South Africa's economy and SMMEs have been immense. And, according to Mpendulo Ginindza, president of the Institute of Waste Management of Southern Africa (IWMSA), the waste management industry is no exception - with several challenges...

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Performance reviews for the human age

Millennials, globalisation, and the age of technology have significantly changed the workplace, and with it have forced a re-evaluation in the manner in which performance appraisals are conducted. ManpowerGroup South Africa shares that many of the world's largest...

MTN gears up for speech and hearing impaired users

MTN has partnered with Europ Assistance SA to offer a free call back facility to MTN customers with hearing and speech impairments. Access to critical lifeline support can mean a difference between life and death especially for persons living with disabilities.The MTN...

Nimbus acquires stake in Paratus Africa

Paratus Africa, the fastest growing and also the largest privately owned Pan African telecoms operator, has announced that Nimbus Infrastructure Limited has acquired a 26.5 percent stake in its Namibian operation for an amount of N$95-million. Nimbus acquired eight...

Sanofi accelerates innovation in Africa

From 24 May to 26 May 2018, Viva Technology will bring together 6 000 startups with top worldwide investors, companies and tech leaders in Paris. Pharmaceutical company Sanofi is calling for entries to the Afric@Tech start-ups challenge targeted at innovators in the...

How boardrooms are tackling risk in 2018

"As companies struggle to understand the impact of shifting economic markets around the world, boards of directors are up against some very tough governance and strategic challenges," says Susan Keating, CEO of WomenCorporateDirectors (WCD). "The risks around...

A new way of predicting credit risk

TransUnion introduced its new CreditVision credit scoring solution, changing how lenders offer credit to South African consumers while providing consumers with more opportunities. A recent TransUnion study identified 3-million consumers who previously could not gain...

Proline headlines at Channelwise Golf Day

Proline has once again signed up as the Platinum sponsor for the Channelwise Golf Day, taking place on 16 March. "Proline had an amazing time at the Channelwise Golf Day in 2017, and we are honoured to be invited back as the Platinum sponsor this year," comments Tim...

Bitcoin: let’s talk about tax …

Christopher Renwick, attorney at Tax Consulting SA, discusses some of the pressing issues surrounding the cryptocurrency. Although usually behind the global curve, South Africa seems to be keeping pace with the current bitcoin trend. This is positive, as we are living...

SUSE boosts business-critical computing

As organisations face increasing pressure to become more agile and economically efficient by leveraging digital assets and information, the business success of many depends on high availability and responsiveness of their enterprise IT systems. To help ensure their...

Shake it like a cloud-based infrastructure

Think that business is about to change in 2018? You'd be right, writes Ralph Berndt, director: sales at Syrex When it is broken down into its blandest, the New Year is just the beginning of another month. It isn't a seismic shift in anything other than perception....

Data Analyst – KwaZulu-Natal Durban

Our client a well established FMCG company based in Durban, SAJob Role: Data AnalystLocation: Durban Start Date: ImmediateQualifications: Diploma or Degree - Industry Trade Marketing and / or Data AnalyticsMin 3-5 years experience inn FMCG environmentBusiness...

SAP FICO Consultant – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Our clients who are a leading player in the automotive industry committed to pushing technological boundaries are seeking a motivated and talented FICO Consultant to join their dynamic and innovative team based in Midrand/ Menlyn. Work with the latest technology and...

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Senior mobile developers. Hybrid, two days office based. Proficiency in .NET Core for robust application development.Experience with Flutter or other mobile development frameworks.Strong aptitude for learning and adapting to new mobile technologies and...

Business Analyst – AI & Chatbot Specialist

We are seeking a skilled Business Analyst with a strong background in AI and chatbot technologies. You'll play a key role in bridging the gap between business objectives and technical solutions by analyzing requirements, designing effective strategies, and ensuring...

Intermediate Software Developer (Java) (CH1070)

Our client, a leading payment aggregator and provider of secure payments solutions, is looking for an Intermediate Level Java Software Developer to join their team in Stellenbosch. This is a hybrid role.Responsibilities include:The role of Developer is divided into...

Java Developer (Expert) 2867

Java DeveloperESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:- Proficient in core Java concepts, including object-oriented programming (OOP), multithreading, and exception handling.- Strong understanding of Java fundamentals, such as collections, generics, and IO.- Expertise in Java...

Full Stack developer Dot Netcore

Intermediate Full stack Developers ( Automotive exp and SaaS web solutions advantage) Hybrid work Role Overview: Develop and deliver feature-rich SaaS solutions tailored to the automotive industry, driving innovation and enhancing user experiencesRequired: Proficiency...

Business Analyst – AI & Chatbot Specialist – Gauteng Gauteng

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