Hubble finds the largest chaotic birthplace of planets

Astronomers using NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope have imaged the largest protoplanetary disk ever observed circling a young star. For the first time in visible light, Hubble has revealed the disk is unexpectedly chaotic and turbulent, with wisps of material stretching...

Global cloud infrastructure spending climbs 25% to $102,6bn

According to new research from Omdia, global spending on cloud infrastructure services reached $102,6-billion in Q3 2025, representing 25% year-on-year growth. Market momentum remained stable, marking the fifth consecutive quarter in which growth has remained above...

Technology, talent and trust will define the workplace in 2026

With companies increasingly prioritising their employees, they are also recognising that productivity and engagement are driven by how, when and with whom they collaborate rather than solely where they work. Organisations of all sizes are embracing flexible and hybrid...

Swift action needed to unlock AI’s $1trn opportunity for Africa

The African Development Bank has released a report establishing a strategic roadmap for unlocking the economic and social potential of artificial intelligence (AI) across Africa. Developed under the G20 Digital Transformation Working Group, Africa’s AI Productivity...

Alarm bells should be ringing over South Africans’ mental health

New research conducted among Discovery Health Medical Scheme (DHMS) members has revealed a sharp rise in mental-health condition prevalence over the past 13 years. In 2024, one in seven DHMS members (15% of the overall Scheme population) registered or claimed for a...

Salaries rise for sixth straight month

The PayInc Net Salary Index, which tracks the average nominal net salaries of approximately 2,1-million earners in South Africa, increased for the sixth consecutive month in September 2025. This steady increase aligns with the gradual improvement in economic activity...

Attracting part-time workers back into the workforce

With the current focus on driving economic growth, an International Workplace Group (IWG) report reveals the potential of hybrid work to boost productivity and bring more skilled labour into the workforce. The new research reveals that 44% of former part-time workers...

Dell Technologies Forum 2025 showcases the future of AI and innovation

This year’s Dell Technologies Forum South Africa will see organisations tackle AI challenges by getting hands-on with the newest cutting-edge products and services. In addition to discovering tailored use cases designed to help them thrive in today's rapidly evolving...

Malnutrition and pneumonia are major contributors to infant mortality

A University of Cape Town (UCT) study has found that malnutrition and pneumonia are major contributors to under-five mortality, with evidence suggesting the gut microbiome plays an important role in developing these conditions. In his PhD thesis in Paediatrics and...

Closing the care gap with satellite connectivity

Looking to overcome the connectivity challenges of remote mining regions, Platinum Health Medical Scheme has implemented low-earth orbit (LEO) satellite connectivity at its critical healthcare facilities to improve access to medical care for employees and families in...

Nazia Pillay takes over at SAP Southern Africa

By Kathy Gibson - Nazia Pillay has been confirmed as the MD of SAP Southern Africa, taking the reins at a particularly crucial time for the IT industry. Technology has seen exponential leaps over the last couple of years, and Pillay points out that SAP customers have...

AI infrastructure drives record semiconductor growth rates

According to the Worldwide Semiconductor Technology and Supply Chain Intelligence service from International Data Corporation (IDC), worldwide semiconductor revenue is expected to reach $800-billion in 2025, growing 17,6% year-over-year from $680-billion in 2024. This...

GenAI smartphone spend to pass $298bn this year

Worldwide end-user spending on generative AI (GenAI) smartphones is projected to total $298,2-billion by the end of 2025, according to Gartner. It will represent 20% of total AI end-user spending in 2025. Gartner defines GenAI smartphones as devices equipped with a...

These are the technologies shaping government AI adoption

Sovereign AI and AI agents are expected to shape public sector adoption of AI within the next two to five years, according to Gartner. Both have reached the Peak of Inflated Expectations on the 2025 Gartner Hype Cycle for Government Services. Gartner Hype...

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Does your HR software have what it takes to inspire employee growth?

Effectively managing core HR operations is critical to the success of any business. Even minor errors in these processes can lead employees to question the company’s credibility and reliability, which can negatively impact trust and morale. To avoid such issues,...

E-commerce and real-time payments transform SA’s economic landscape

In 2025, South Africa finds itself at the crossroads of a digital revolution, writes Gabriel Swanepoel, country manager of Mastercard Southern Africa. Rapid advancements in technology and shifting consumer expectations are creating opportunities to reshape the...

Avoid the trap of deepfake scams

In today’s digitally driven world, we are inundated with cyber scams, both direct and indirect, daily. As cybersecurity technology evolves to block traditional attacks, cybercriminals are increasingly turning to social engineering - manipulative psychological tactics...

The hidden dangers of increasingly advanced AI assistants 

As the use of AI assistants in South Africa continues to grow, so do the risks. Zaheer Ebrahim, Trend Micro’s solutions architect for the Middle East and Africa, unpacks some of the emerging threats. The evolution of AI assistants over the past few years is nothing...

B-BBEE strategies shift from transactional to transformative

A transactional strategy often prioritises short-term gains and superficial compliance, whereas a transformational approach involves a deeper, more holistic transformation of an organisation's DNA. By aligning initiatives with the broader goals of the B-BBEE...

Energy storage key for aligning mines’ goals

During the 1990s and early 2000s South African mines bought electricity from Eskom at regulated tariffs which were globally competitive. By Jonathan Skeen, MD: commercial at SOLA Eskom prioritised the mines as their most important customers, and faced few hurdles...

Intelligent connectivity to stay competitive, adaptive

What do more than 5-billion global Internet users need every day? The answer can be summed up in one word: “connectivity”. In a world marked by extreme disruptions and growing fragmentation, the need for intelligent connectivity has never been more critical. This is...

AI drives efficiencies in mining

The mining industry is currently undergoing a significant transformation, spurred by the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR). This era of advanced connectivity, analytics, automation and manufacturing technologies is poised to revolutionise the sector at nearly every...

Intrusion protection helps secure O&G ops in Africa

Across Africa, oil and gas represent a seismic economic shift. By Rudie Opperman, manager: engineering and training, Middle East & Africa at Axis Communications In South Africa, multiple developments in 2024, such as the publishing of a new petroleum bill and...

Intermediate Full Stack Developer (Low-Code / Web & Mobile)

Intermediate Full Stack Developer (Low-Code / Web & Mobile) Fully Remote! Ready to take the next step in your developer career and lead real app builds from concept to launch? This is a hands-on role where you will design, develop, test, and deploy...

Intermediate DevOps Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Purpose of the role: The Mid-Level DevOps Engineer is responsible for building, maintaining, and optimising CI/CD pipelines, managing cloud infrastructure through Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and ensuring the stability and reliability of deployments. This role plays...

Senior Cloud Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Purpose of the roleThe Senior Cloud Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing advanced cloud infrastructure solutions that ensure scalability, performance, and security. This role involves leading cloud migration initiatives, optimizing cloud...

Intermediate Support Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Purpose of the Role:The Mid-Level Support Engineer is responsible for providing technical support, troubleshooting, and maintenance for client and internal systems. This role ensures moderate-level issues are resolved efficiently, assists with system installations and...

BI / Reporting Specialist – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Seeking a highly skilled BI / Reporting Specialist with strong SQL expertise to design, develop, and maintain business intelligence solutions. Key Requirements Minimum 6 years' experience as a SQL Specialist / BI / Reporting AnalystStrong SQL / T-SQL development and...

Project Manager IT at QES

My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for a Project Manager (Retail) to join them on an independent contract basis Fulltime in Office / Cape Town based Blue Yonder softwareRetail / Supply chain / FMCGWFM / HR Value PropositionYou will be part of delivering...

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