Net salaries hold steady for now, but uncertainty looms

The PayInc Net Salary Index, which tracks the average nominal net salaries of approximately 2,1-million South African earners, edged higher in March 2026. Remaining above year-ago levels, the data points to a stabilisation in net salaries over the first quarter of...

Technology convergence redefines competitive advantage

The next wave of competitive advantage will come not from individual breakthrough technologies but from the ability to combine and scale multiple technologies across entire operating systems, according to a new World Economic Forum report. As artificial intelligence...

SA’s economic recovery remains fragile

After nearly two decades of weak growth, declining investment and rising structural constraints, South Africa faces a narrow window in which decisive reforms could determine whether it escapes long‑term stagnation or remains trapped in low growth. Coface research...

In an era of instability, restructuring promotes resilience

The era of corporate stability is over and this is why the most important C-suite appointment companies can make in 2026 is a full-time and continually proactive chief restructuring officer (CRO) in charge of a CRO office. A new Global CRO Study 2026, authored by the...

Satellite data was key to bringing giant tortoises back to Galápagos

For the first time in more than 150 years, giant tortoises are returning to the wild on Floreana Island in the Galápagos — guided by NASA satellite data that helps scientists discover where the animals can find food, water, and nesting habitat. The effort, a...

SaaS, AI to drive public cloud spending above $1trn in 2026

Global spending on public cloud services is forecast to surpass $1-trillion in 2026—growing over 21% - and is expected to double by 2029, according to the latest update of International Data Corporation’s (IDC) Worldwide Software and Public Cloud Services Spending...

Most brands will use agentic AI in one-to-one interactions by 2028

By 2028, 60% of brands will use agentic AI to facilitate streamlined one-to-one interactions, according to Gartner. This transformation in marketing strategy will shift traditional channel-based approaches and usher in a new era of personalized, autonomous engagement....

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,...

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Utilities should prioritise maintenance of remote data centres

The story of power generation is more than meets the eye. Beyond energy distribution and the infrastructure that enable it, are the IT systems that play a fundamental role in keeping systems running. By Ben Selier, vice-president: secure power for Anglophone Africa at...

SensePost offers developer-oriented security training

Orange Cyberdefence SensePost will be launching a new information security training course aimed at enriching software developers with security thinking. The SecDevOps course has been developed by penetration testers who test the security of applications, IT...

Absa’s ShopRed helps entrepreneurs take their business online

Absa has launched ShopRed, a unified commerce platform that makes setting up and operating hybrid storefronts easier than ever before. Born from a partnership with merchant platform, littlefish, and digital payments leader, Visa, Absa’s ShopRed helps entrepreneurs...

CCI takes home an armful of awards

In the first major industry awards event of 2025, CCI scooped the award for Best Contact Centre at the CCMG National Contact Centre Awards, held recently in Johannesburg. CCMG, the Contact Centre Management Group, is the professional body in the contact centre...

Sage unveils AI-powered roadmap

Sage has announced how Sage Intacct will leverage AI, automation and deep industry insights to propel finance teams into a new era of high performance. New research from Sage and Edelman reveals that only a quarter (26%)*of finance leaders believe AI is helping them...

How to spot phishing, vishing and smishing

Phishing, vishing and smishing attacks have increased significantly, leveraging advanced technologies and personalised tactics to deceive individuals and organisations. By John Mc Loughlin, CEO of J2 Software These threats exploit personal information, such as names,...

Deepfakes a growing threat to SA corporations

Artificial intelligence (AI) has now made it possible to wake up to a video of your CEO seemingly admitting to fraud or receiving an urgent audio message from your chief financial officer authorising a large, unexpected transaction, without any of it being real. By...

Align cybersecurity with ESG for sustainable security

As organisations navigate an increasingly complex digital landscape, the convergence of cybersecurity and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles has emerged as a critical consideration. By Ryan Boyes, governance, risk and compliance officer at Galix...

Senior Full Stack Developer – Western Cape Cape Town

A company that provides Graph Intelligence and AI platform that specializes in analyzing complex data relationships in real-time is seeking a high-energy, self-starting Senior Full Stack Developer to contribute to the growth and success of their graph intelligence...

Senior Financial Intelligence Data Engineer – Gauteng Centurion

Exciting Career Opportunity: Senior Data TechnologistContract Type: PermanentLocation: Centurion, PretoriaHybrid Our client, a prestigious government entity, is seeking a Senior Data Technologist to be the driving force behind its data intelligence operations. What...

Senior Technical Business Analyst

Job description: You will work in the IT solutions team within an Asset Management company. You will drive technology solutions that enable business goals and drive efficiencies. Your relevant industry experience together with a strong skillset in systems and data...

Senior Technical Business Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg

Job description: You will work in the IT solutions team within an Asset Management company. You will drive technology solutions that enable business goals and drive efficiencies. Your relevant industry experience together with a strong skillset in systems and data...

UX Designer

Job description:Develop and improve the quality of our users experience with our digital platforms, through user research. Design software and platforms that meet our user's needs. Be responsible for combining interfaces and workflows to enhance user experience....

IT Infrastructure Manager at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

The Infrastructure Manager is responsible for the strategic planning, implementation, and operational management of the organization's hybrid IT infrastructure. This includes on-premises and cloud environments enabled by Microsoft Azure, HP and Aruba networking...

UX Designer – Gauteng Johannesburg

Job description:Develop and improve the quality of our users experience with our digital platforms, through user research. Design software and platforms that meet our user's needs. Be responsible for combining interfaces and workflows to enhance user experience....

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