Cisco paves the way to a quantum network
Cisco has announced the Cisco Universal Quantum Switch, a working research prototype marking a milestone in quantum networking that addresses one of the most fundamental barriers to building a quantum network. Quantum computers encode information in different ways...
Frontier firms rebuild operating models for the age of AI
Spend time with any software engineering team right now and you’ll see something worth paying attention to, writes Jared Spataro, chief marketing officer: AI at Work at Microsoft. Over the last few years, the way software gets built has moved through four distinct...
Arctic sea ice heads for another record low
The National Snow and Ice Data Centre reports that on March 10 Arctic sea ice coverage was below even last year’s historic low of 5,5-million square miles. Though ice could still expand, it is likely that the 2026 sea ice maximum will remain critically low. Low Arctic...
Affordability drives strongest new car sales in a decade
South Africa’s automotive market closed 2025 at its strongest level in more than a decade, supported by easing interest rates, improving vehicle pricing, and a decisive shift in how consumers evaluate vehicle affordability. While headline sales reflect a clear...
SMEs bear the brunt of SA’s late payment negligence
National Treasury’s latest payment data points to a worsening late payment crisis across national and provincial government departments, raising serious concerns about the sustainability of current payment terms for South African small and medium-sized enterprises...
New malware campaign disguised as Starlink app
Kaspersky Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) has uncovered a new Android malware campaign in which cybercriminals distributed the BeatBanker Trojan under the guise of the Starlink application for Android. Threat actors primarily target users from Brazil;...
Nvidia and Nebius partner to scale full-stack AI cloud
Nvidia and Nebius Group have announced a strategic partnership to develop and deploy the next generation of hyperscale cloud for the AI market, from AI natives to enterprises. Nvidia will invest $2-billion in Nebius, deepening the companies’ relationship across the...
Global security spend to top $300bn in 2026
Global security spending is projected to reach $308-billion in 2026 and $430-billion by 2029, according to the latest forecast from the International Data Corporation’s (IDC) Worldwide Security Spending Guide. The global security market is forecast to grow 11,8% in...
Three pillars to get value from AI
Only one out of every five data and analytic (D&A) or AI leaders are concerned that uncertain costs will limit AI value, according to Gartner. A Gartner survey of 353 D&A and AI leaders from November through December 2025 found that this has led to only 44% of...
Who owns an AI’s copyright?
Artificial intelligence (AI) and the way that it can be used is evolving at a rapid rate. Many South African businesses, including startups and SMME's, already use AI tools, whether for process automation, increasing efficiency, or obtaining data-driven insights. By...
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Why we need more moms in the workplace – and boardrooms
“Being a mom has made me a better businesswoman, and let’s face it, when you have little kids you stop stressing the little things, because you simply don’t have time to. I have always felt being a woman in business was an advantage, not a disadvantage, and being a...
Women aren’t just joining the cybersecurity industry, they’re redefining it
On 9 August, South Africa honours the women who, in 1956, marched in solidarity against injustice: 20 000 strong, united by courage and determination. Nearly seventy years later, their spirit endures, inspiring women in every sphere of life. By Jaya Khatri, HR...
Earned wage access, financial education empower women
This Women's Month, as South Africa continues to grapple with a gender pay gap that sees women earning between 23% and 35% less than men for equivalent work, innovative financial solutions are emerging as critical tools for female economic empowerment. Research by WTW...
A collective effort is needed to break barriers for women entrepreneurs
Despite meaningful progress in women’s participation in the economy, many women-led businesses across South Africa still face persistent challenges, from limited access to markets and networks to barriers in securing funding and digital tools. These realities were...
Smart moves for female entrepreneurs when planning their business exit
For many women entrepreneurs, stepping away from the business they’ve built is not just a professional decision, it’s a deeply personal one. By Nicole Sykes, head: women in business at FNB Business Years, sometimes decades, of sacrifice, vision and resilience are tied...
Career lessons from the BPO industry
August in South Africa is inevitably a month that calls for reflection and introspection on the options facing women for meaningful, career-long employment opportunities. By Anusha Ramraj, chief financial officer of CCI South Africa As I reflect on my journey, I am...
Trend Micro, Google Cloud advance AI-driven security
Trend Micro has announced the expansion of its strategic alliance with Google Cloud, bringing together cybersecurity expertise and cloud innovation to secure the connected world through a multi-cloud, AI-first environment, supporting sovereignty requirements,...
Vodacom Eastern Cape boosts network to fight crime
Vodacom Eastern Cape is accelerating connectivity to serve the needs of local communities through a targeted series of network upgrades in the Addo region and along the R335, which connects Nelson Mandela Bay to KwaNojoli (Somerset East). Prompted by a surge in truck...
Blockchain fintech empowers African businesses
Blockchain-based fintech Shiga Digital has launched its new Android and iOS apps, expanding access to its end-to-end digital finance platform for businesses and individuals across the continent. Shiga Digital makes it easier than ever for businesses and individuals to...
Travel fintech TurnStay raises $2m for Africa expansion
South African travel-focused fintech TurnStay has raised $2-million (over R34-million) in a seed round led by First Circle Capital, with participation from leading US and African VCs including TLCom Capital, Enza Capital, Incisive Ventures, CVVC and Equitable...
Test Analyst (Advanced) 3408 – Gauteng Pretoria
Job DescriptionExecute SRM Unit Testing, System Integration Testing and support with UAT to ensure that high quality testingstandards are always achievedIdentify and create well-described defects that ensure a quick resolution by the dev/func teamsVerify and close...
Senior Support Engineer (Stellenbosch)
ENVIRONMENT:PROVIDE incident and service request management, 2nd Line troubleshooting and supporting endpoint/application rollouts as the next Senior Support Engineer wanted by a dynamic Internet Service & Network Specialist. You will maintain accurate ITSM...
Business Systems Engineer
An opportunity exists for a motivated Business Systems Engineer to analyze, design, and implement business systems that align with organizational goals. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, delivering innovative products and services, and...
Systems Engineer
Job Title: Systems Engineer - RivoniaSalary: R40,000 – R50,000, Negotiable depending on experience.The Opportunity:Joining this premier managed IT provider is an incredibly smart career move today. You will confidently guide growing businesses with secure cloud and...
Full stack Java Developer
Our client is seeking a Full Stack Java Developer based in CPT & JHB to join their team! If this sounds like you, apply today! Key Requirements 8 years' experience.BSc/ BTech/ [URL Removed]JavaData AnalysisSQLJavaScript & PostgreSQLGITTensorflow &...
Senior RPG Developer
Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Senior RPG Developer to join our client based in Centurion on a permanent basis.What you will be doingDeliver high-quality...
Senior Support Engineer (Stellenbosch) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:PROVIDE incident and service request management, 2nd Line troubleshooting and supporting endpoint/application rollouts as the next Senior Support Engineer wanted by a dynamic Internet Service & Network Specialist. You will maintain accurate ITSM...
Business Systems Engineer – Western Cape Winelands
An opportunity exists for a motivated Business Systems Engineer to analyze, design, and implement business systems that align with organizational goals. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, delivering innovative products and services, and...
Systems Engineer – Remote Remote
Job Title: Systems Engineer - RivoniaSalary: R40,000 – R50,000, Negotiable depending on experience.The Opportunity:Joining this premier managed IT provider is an incredibly smart career move today. You will confidently guide growing businesses with secure cloud and...
Full stack Java Developer – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Our client is seeking a Full Stack Java Developer based in CPT & JHB to join their team! If this sounds like you, apply today! Key Requirements 8 years' experience.BSc/ BTech/ [URL Removed]JavaData AnalysisSQLJavaScript & PostgreSQLGITTensorflow &...
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