Capitec aims to smooth client support with realtime AI system
Capitec has announced Pulse, an artificial intelligence (AI) capability that changes how clients experience support through its contact centre. For the first time, clients are assisted by contact centre agents who already know what issues to address at every...
Nedbank plans blockchain for African solutions
Nedbank, through a strategic partnership with Crypto.com, will use blockchain technology and digital assets to develop advanced payment, settlement and liquidity solutions across Africa, subject to compliance with the necessary regulatory requirements. As global trade...
Expert cautions agentic AI could be a ticking timebomb
As autonomous AI agents enter commerce, consumers are warned that it is scaling faster than trust, accountability and awareness. According to Miguel Fornes, information security manager at Surfshark, the unprecedented acceleration of agentic AI is entering a new and...
Fraudsters target users battling new year financial pressures
As South Africans return from the festive season with renewed energy, many households are confronted with the financial realities of a new year. For thousands of families, the beginning of the year is marked by registration fees, textbook purchases, and accommodation...
It’s the era of the SOC
Among the primary reasons for establishing a Security Operations Centre (SOC) are strengthening cybersecurity posture, enabling faster detection and response and gaining a competitive edge. Interestingly, despite the increasing demand for automated cybersecurity...
Used car sales show strong year-on-year growth
December 2025 was a positive send-off for the South African used car market, with sales easing after a very strong showing in October and November 2025. While month-on-month (MoM) declines were noted, year-on-year (YoY) sales saw a notable increase, reinforcing the...
Reputation has a monetary value
Corporate reputation now has measurable value: companies with strong reputations can realize as much as 4,78% in additional annual shareholder returns, creating a global "Reputation Economy" worth an estimated $7,07-trillion, according to a new study from Burson. The...
Gen Z mental health takes a knock
A new analysis of national mental health data, conducted by Cognitive FX, shows that Generation Z adults in the US have experienced a dramatic decline in their self‑reported emotional well‑being over the past six years. The analysis draws on data from the Gallup...
African airlines see increase in passenger demand
During November 2025 African airlines were the stand-out performer for passenger demand, with an 11,2% year-on-year increase in demand. Capacity for the region’s carriers was up 8,5% year-on-year, and the load factor (the average percentage of available seats that...
Silver hits record high, could rise more
Silver has hit a record high and it's predicted it could go as high as $200 per ounce. This is the word from Nigel Green CEO of deVere Group, as the metal silver breaks above $90 an ounce for the first time. “Silver moving through $90 marks a decisive shift in market...
More News Today
Closing the connectivity usage gap must be SADC’s next digital priority
Despite significant growth in mobile internet coverage, with 65% of the population of sub-Saharan Africa having access to 4G connectivity in 2022 compared to just 19% in 2017, millions of Africans still struggle to leverage the full power and potential of the...
Smart grids are transformed with AI
The global market for artificial intelligence (AI) in the energy and utilities sector was valued at $10,56-billion in 2023 and is projected to surge to $45,78-billion by 2030, signalling the critical role AI will play in reshaping the future of power systems. By...
Supply chain managers meet in Cape Town
Supply chain managers from across Africa and around the world will meet in Cape Town next week for the annual SAPICS Conference, Africa’s learning, knowledge sharing and networking event for the profession. In 2024, more than 750 supply chain managers from 30...
Legal Registers promote excellence in environmental, health, safety standards
In today’s highly regulated business environment, environmental, health, and safety (EHS) obligations are more than a legal requirement—they are a strategic driver of resilience, risk reduction, and responsible growth. Sabinet Legal Registers, in partnership...
Datacentrix recognised at Veeam Partner Awards
Datacentrix has been acknowledged for its excellence in delivering data protection solutions, taking home two accolades at the recent 2025 Veeam ProPartner Awards. The company was recognised as the winner of the ‘Fastest Growth of the Year’ award and also took the...
How conversational AI is reshaping digital commerce
As South Africa’s digital commerce landscape continues to evolve at a rapid pace, businesses are facing mounting pressure to reconsider and adapt their customer engagement strategies to ensure that they remain relevant in an ever more competitive marketplace. By Dean...
Buy now, panic later: A legal deep dive into SA’s payment revolution
Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) payment options have strutted onto South Africa’s financial runway with the swagger of innovation — offering interest-free instalments, bypassing traditional credit checks, and boasting sleek user interfaces that make old-school lay-bys look...
Everything your phone system knows about your business
If I told you that there is a tool that can provide you with deep business insights ranging from customer experience to productivity and sales, would you consider spending your money on it? What if I told you that you probably already have one and you’re just not...
Developers can’t hide behind exemption clauses
/In Knoetze v Botes, the High Court clarified the limits of exemption clauses in property sale agreements, commonly referred to as voetstoots clauses, particularly where the seller is also the developer and fails to disclose a latent defect. By Sandra Sithole,...
Smart technology boosts energy efficiency at Usave
In response to rising energy prices, Usave, the Shoprite Group’s no frills discount stores, recently introduced an advanced loss prevention system designed to reduce costs and boost operational efficiency in its supermarkets - helping the retailer to continue...
Business Architect – Gauteng Pretoria
Key Responsibilities:Strategic Alignment: Translate strategic objectives into actionable business capabilities and architecture blueprints.Capability Mapping: Develop and maintain strategic business capability maps, value streams, and stakeholder maps.Governance...
Business Analyst (CH1202) – Western Cape Stellenbosch
Our client, a leading payment aggregator and provider of secure payment solutions, is looking for a Business Analyst to join their growing team.This role supports the development and delivery of innovative payment products by translating business needs into clear...
Senior Systems Analyst – REMOTE (CH1201)
Our client in the retail software industry is looking for Senior Systems Analyst to join their team.The Senior Systems Analyst is responsible for structuring, governing, and operationalising the organisation's Code Management System across all projects.This role...
Senior Python Developer
Company SummaryA leading JSE-listed financial services company is expanding its Group Data Science Team, a world-class division that partners across digital, clinical, wellness, and behavioural domains. The team collaborates globally and leverages modern big-data...
Senior Systems Analyst – REMOTE (CH1201) – Western Cape Cape Town
Our client in the retail software industry is looking for Senior Systems Analyst to join their team.The Senior Systems Analyst is responsible for structuring, governing, and operationalising the organisation's Code Management System across all projects.This role...
Senior Python Developer – Gauteng Kramerville
Company SummaryA leading JSE-listed financial services company is expanding its Group Data Science Team, a world-class division that partners across digital, clinical, wellness, and behavioural domains. The team collaborates globally and leverages modern big-data...
IT Support Specialist
Our client is looking for an IT Support Specialist to assist the IT Manager. This position will concentrate on IT infrastructure andsecurity, as well as providing first level application support to users, providing technical support andresolving helpdesk tickets for...
Full Stack Developer – 3333
Full Stack Developer (Java)ESSENTIAL SKILLS:J2EEJava 21+MavenQuarkus v3+RDS PostgreSQLAngular v18+JavaScript / TypescriptNpm (Node Package Manager for Javascript)Ngrx (Reactive state management library for Angular)Jest (JavaScript testing framework)Rxjs (Library for...
IT Support Specialist – Western Cape Montague Gardens
Our client is looking for an IT Support Specialist to assist the IT Manager. This position will concentrate on IT infrastructure andsecurity, as well as providing first level application support to users, providing technical support andresolving helpdesk tickets for...
Full Stack Developer – 3333 – Gauteng Gauteng
Full Stack Developer (Java)ESSENTIAL SKILLS:J2EEJava 21+MavenQuarkus v3+RDS PostgreSQLAngular v18+JavaScript / TypescriptNpm (Node Package Manager for Javascript)Ngrx (Reactive state management library for Angular)Jest (JavaScript testing framework)Rxjs (Library for...
View more career listings on our Careers Section