Record soil moisture, dam levels could soften El Niño impact
While the return of El Niño conditions is expected to increase climate risks for South African agriculture during the 2026/27 summer production season, the sector is entering the cycle from one of its strongest starting positions in recent years. “El Niño is typically...
Memory shortage drives external enterprise revenue up
The worldwide external OEM enterprise storage systems (ESS) market continued its sharp acceleration in the second quarter of 2026, reaching $10,3-billion in vendor revenue, a 33,6% year-over-year increase, according to IDC’s Worldwide Quarterly Enterprise Storage...
Mind the AI trust gap
Only 38% of employers involve employees in discussions about AI, according to new research, and only 40% keep checking what AI is doing to wellbeing, job satisfaction, and skills development once systems are in place. These are organisations certified for excellence...
ADC bolsters the country’s digital infrastructure
In another milestone for Africa’s digital infrastructure and cloud ecosystem, Africa Data Centres (ADC) has been designated a Microsoft Azure ExpressRoute Metro peering location in Johannesburg. “Being designated a Microsoft Azure ExpressRoute Metro peering location...
AI platforms set for massive growth
Worldwide end user spending on AI models and platforms is projected to total $64-billion in 2026, up 63,4% from $39-billion in 2025, according to Gartner, which says spending on GenAI models is forecast to grow 117%, while AI platform spending will rise 36,9% in 2026....
Compromised identities fuel to the fire that is ransomware
Four in five (79%) ransomware attacks start with compromised identities, according to Sophos’ latest annual State of Ransomware report. The prominence of identity attacks in ransomware indicates a shift in method as attackers increasingly recognise identity as a key...
Missed incidents and threat response gaps compromise businesses
Many organisations are missing cybersecurity incidents due to reactive approaches, insufficient monitoring, and operational deficiencies, according to a new report from the Kaspersky Compromise Assessment division. The research reveals that in 31% of incidents that...
Pharma group BMS doubles down on AI for research
After experiencing and demonstrating how AI can transform drug discovery, pharmaceutical company Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS) is deploying its second Nvidia DGX SuperPOD, built on eight DGX Vera Rubin NVL772 systems - the most powerful and energy-efficient AI cluster in...
Voyager 1 on track to reach one light-day from Earth
In November Voyager 1 will reach an incredible 1 light-day from Earth
Global supply chain risks threaten African businesses
Global supply chain concerns may have eased slightly from record highs, but southern African businesses cannot afford to become complacent. According to the latest Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) Pulse Survey for the second quarter of 2026,...
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How payroll and HR become the strategic engine of business in 2026
The world of payroll and HR is evolving at an unprecedented speed, and 2026 is set to bring some of the most significant shifts yet. From AI systems that can act with initiative, to payroll that updates in real time, these developments are transforming payroll and HR,...
SA’s digital workforce at a turning point
Across South Africa’s digital economy, the skills challenge is shifting. Rather than a pure shortage of candidates, employers are now grappling with how quickly new hires can deliver value and how long they stay in their roles. HyperionDev’s Graduate Outcomes Report...
Bonteheuwel shows what real change looks like
For years Bonteheuwel was written off as a community difficult to reach, difficult to mobilise, and difficult to uplift. The REACT Decentralised Recycling Hub launch has shattered that narrative. The residents were never the obstacle. The real failure was a system...
Flying safely with lithium batteries
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched its ‘Travel Smart with Lithium Batteries’ global safety campaign giving travelers seven simple rules for carrying mobile phones, laptops, power banks, and other lithium-powered devices safely when they...
Enterprise development comes full circle for Palota
As an impactful way to create employment opportunities and empower South African entrepreneurs, enterprise development plays a critical role in addressing the country’s socio-economic challenges. When implemented with the right structure, mentorship, and ongoing...
Student developers imagine a new future for tourism
When the G20 Tourism Hackathon challenged South Africa’s brightest young minds to “hack” the future of tourism, a diverse team of students from across the country rose to the occasion. The G20 Tourism Hackathon aimed to unite government, business and academia;...
Africa Data Centres, CSSi partner for expanded data storage
Africa Data Centres has entered into a strategic partnership with CSSi SA, a cloud and VM provider and distributor of data storage, servers and data centre equipment. Under the agreement, CSSi SA has structured an alliance to deploy racks and provide data sovereignty...
Overhauled Pick n Pay app drives 40% year-on-year growth
Pick n Pay's reimagined asap! delivery app is driving on-demand grocery retail turnover growth of 40% year-on-year in the first half of FY26, following a complete technology transformation in April. The next-generation app has driven a 131% growth in first-time buyers...
RebelUp platform supports vulnerable women
South Africa is considered to be the rape capital of the world, with one woman being raped every three hours. The statistics are horrific and Gender-Based-Violence (GBV) is a widespread and common occurrence in South Africa. According to the South African Family...
Adams & Adams launches AI legal service
Law firm Adams & Adams has launched the SMARTAI IP Portal, a digital platform and advisory service designed to help businesses understand, assess, and address the risks posed by artificial intelligence (AI). “As AI transforms industries at an unprecedented pace,...
Senior Full Stack Developer (.NET Core, C#, ASP.NET, SQL Server) (PE-based/Gqeberha)
ENVIRONMENT:PLAY a key role in designing, developing, and deploying Full Stack solutions using Microsoft technologies and Azure cloud services as the next Senior Full Stack Developer wanted by a PE-based global Logistics Operation. Working with cross-functional teams,...
CRM Developer – (In Office) – CPT
ENVIRONMENT:An investment company is searching for a talented CRM Developer to drive the design, development, customization, and optimization of our Zoho ecosystem, based in Durbanville, Cape Town. This role is responsible for leading CRM strategy, improving business...
Automation Tester at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Automation Tester with strong expertise in Selenium to join our quality assurance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and executing automated test scripts to ensure the highest...
Senior Full Stack Developer (.NET Core, C#, ASP.NET, SQL Server) (PE-based/Gqeberha) – Eastern Cape Gqebera
ENVIRONMENT:PLAY a key role in designing, developing, and deploying Full Stack solutions using Microsoft technologies and Azure cloud services as the next Senior Full Stack Developer wanted by a PE-based global Logistics Operation. Working with cross-functional teams,...
CRM Developer – (In Office) – CPT – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:An investment company is searching for a talented CRM Developer to drive the design, development, customization, and optimization of our Zoho ecosystem, based in Durbanville, Cape Town. This role is responsible for leading CRM strategy, improving business...
Automation Tester at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Automation Tester with strong expertise in Selenium to join our quality assurance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and executing automated test scripts to ensure the highest...
Senior Java Engineer (Data Engineering) (CPT Hybrid)
ENVIRONMENT:WORK on cutting-edge Data Engineering projects of a US-based growing premium Software Product and Consulting Services company seeking a Senior Java Engineer with strong Data Engineering. You will be focused on executing critical enterprise data retention,...
Senior Software Developer
Design Fit for Purpose Solutions & Algorithms & planning:Actively contribute to design and planning meetings, discussions and documentation.Design solutions using most appropriate approved architectural pattern.Ensure design patterns used are increasing the...
Business Intelligence Analyst II
Business Intelligence Analyst IIDescription:Provide specific insights into all the functions of the Group in order to enable informed decision making at all levels.The resourceThe resource we are looking for should be certified in both Power BI and Data Engineering,...
Senior Java Engineer (Data Engineering) (CPT Hybrid) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:WORK on cutting-edge Data Engineering projects of a US-based growing premium Software Product and Consulting Services company seeking a Senior Java Engineer with strong Data Engineering. You will be focused on executing critical enterprise data retention,...
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