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...

AI, geopolitics reshaping the future of global energy markets

S&P Global Energy has released its Top Trends report identifying the pivotal developments shaping clean energy technology, sustainability, and growth in global energy markets in 2026. "In 2026, AI's surging power demand growth will be testing grid limits, revenue...

AI deployments drive significant productivity gains

A new study from IBM reveals that enterprises across Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) are already reporting significant productivity gains from using AI, with many expecting returns on their investments (ROI) within the next year. However, the findings...

King V will refine technology governance, not reinvent it

As the Institute of Directors South Africa (IoDSA) prepares to launch King V at the end of October, it is expected that the new code will strengthen rather than radically reshape corporate governance in South Africa. “From a technology governance perspective, I...

The increasing influence of AI on ESG strategies

Companies are increasingly leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives, according to new research from GlobalData. This integration of AI into ESG practices is transforming how organisations approach...

Global regulators endorse blueprint for future digital ecosystems

At the Global Symposium for Regulators this week in Riyadh, telecommunications regulators from around the world have endorsed guidelines to help them build digital ecosystems for essential national services like healthcare, education, and finance. The GSR-25 Best...

Salt Typhoon exposes millions of users’ details

It’s believed that information on every US citizen, and millions of others around the world, have been exposed in a long-standing nation-state attack. The National Security Agency (NSA) and other US and foreign organisations have released a joint Cybersecurity...

Draft tax bill hides a ‘stealth tax’ in unit trust investments

For millions of South Africans, a unit trust or a portfolio of a Collective Investment Scheme (CIS) is one of the pillars of their financial future, serving as a vehicle for retirement savings, children's education funds, and long-term wealth creation. By Joon Chong,...

Smarter school admissions platform unveiled

The upgraded Online Admissions platform for the 2026 school year, developed by Vodacom Business with the Gauteng Department of Education (GDE), has proved to be smarter and simpler, providing a more transparent admissions experience for both parents and department...

South Africans not confident about GNU directions

South Africans remain deeply pessimistic about their country's direction, with 80% saying South Africa is on the wrong track according to Ipsos' latest "What Worries the World1" study. This represents a return to pre-election pessimism levels, despite an initial surge...

Self-service, live chat to dominate in customer service

Technologies that support digital-first service will overtake traditional channels such as phone and email as the most valuable technologies for customer service and support leaders in the next two years, according to a survey by Gartner, Inc., a business and...

Truecaller adds info about call intent

Truecaller has added a new feature to its caller identity service: it can now tell users not only who is calling, but the intent behind the call. Using artificial intelligence (AI), Truecaller can now provide contextual insights on incoming calls. It also includes...

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I3 calls for healthtech innovators

Investing in Innovation Africa (i3), a pan-African initiative to support  African healthtech startups to commercialise and scale their offerings, is calling for leading innovators to join its third  cohort. Funded by the Gates Foundation, MSD, Cencora, Endless...

Halo Dot achieves PCI MPoC certification

Halo Dot has achieved the Mobile Payments on Commercial Off-The-Shelf (MPoC) certification, awarded by the Payment Card Industry Security Standards Council (PCI SSC) – the irst African-founded SoftPOS vendor to do so. Halo Dot’s SoftPOS solution transforms any...

Steering through the logistics of change

Rapidly evolving customer expectations are putting the logistics and transport sector under pressure to enhance customer engagement by focusing on providing real-time updates and rapid responses across multiple channels. By Pia Knežević, squad lead for mid-market at...

Trends shaping business communications

This time of the year is synonymous with plans and resolutions to improve and grow, both personally and professionally, writes David Meintjes, CEO of Telviva. It’s a time when business leaders try to stay ahead of the curve by pre-empting trends so that they make...

How AI will impact every aspect of computing in 2025

During 2025, the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) is set to dramatically reshape the cyber security landscape. By Dan Karpati, vice-president of AI Technologies As an AI and cyber security expert, I foresee several key developments that will...

Datacentrix achieves Cisco IoT Specialisation

Datacentrix has achieved the Cisco Internet of Things (IoT) Specialisation for its ability to use Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) solutions to empower industries – such as manufacturing, automotive, energy, oil and gas and critical infrastructure clients – to...

New deputy-CEO, CTO for Mpilo Technologies

Mpilo Technologies has announced the appointment of Motsholane Sebola as deputy-CEO and Sizwe Mabanga as chief technology officer. “We are excited to announce Motsholane’s new role as deputy-CEO,” says Denzil Fillis, CEO and founder of Mpilo Technologies. “Mo started...

Acer debuts durable Chromebooks for education market

Acer has expanded its line of Chromebook offerings for education with three new laptops plus one tablet model, all with brand new features to enhance reliability, versatility, and total cost of ownership, alongside performance technology to positively impact the...

NEC XON partners with Skywire

NEC XON, in partnership with Skywire, has successfully deployed a OneWeb satellite solution tailored to meet the connectivity challenges faced by rural communities and remote enterprises across South Africa. One of Skywire’s initial OneWeb applications was a unique...

Full Stack Web Developer at IT Career Switch

About the Role We're looking for a Full Stack Web Developer who's confident working independently, someone who can design, build, and launch an entire website from the ground up.You'll be a one-person development team responsible for creating a modern, fast, and...

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Junior Software DeveloperDurban (Office-based) | R20,000 - R27,000 per month About Our ClientOur client delivers software solutions that streamline operations and drive innovation across industries. They are committed to cultivating young talent, providing a...

Specialist Cloud Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Role PurposeThe Specialist Cloud Engineer is responsible for designing, deploying, and managing complex cloud infrastructure environments. The role ensures that cloud solutions are secure, scalable, cost-effective, and aligned with business objectives. This position...

Full Stack Developer (Expert) 0693 TT

Design and develop high-quality software solutions using full stack technologies.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.Implement and manage cloud infrastructure using AWS and Terraform.Develop and maintain backend services...

IT Technician

To provide both Esports coaching and IT technical support within a private school environment. The role combines competitive gaming leadership with day-to-day IT operational support to ensure effective learning delivery and technical functionality across the...

X2 Senior Full-Stack Developer at Adapt IT

Introduction The EasyRoster (ER) division is a division of Adapt IT with a solid foundation providing our signature application EasyRoster. EasyRoster enables you to optimize the scheduling and deployment of your workforce to client sites, resulting in improved...

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