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...

Global IT spend set for13,5% growth, to $6,31trn

Worldwide IT spending is expected to reach $6,31-trillion in 2026, up 13,5% from 2025, according to the latest forecast by Gartner. “This latest forecast underscores the accelerating momentum in AI infrastructure and advanced memory,” says John-David Lovelock,...

SA organisations see a rise in malicious insider threats

Mimecast’s ninth annual State of Human Risk Report reveals that 46% of SA organisations reported an increase in malicious insider incidents over the past year – matching the 46% of local organisations reporting a rise in negligent incidents for the first time. This...

Threat actors ramp up sophistication of DDoS attacks

Sophisticated attacker collaboration, resilient botnets and compromised IoT infrastructure drove more than eight million DDoS attacks worldwide – some as large as 30 terabits per second (Tbps) – in the second half of 2025. According to NetScout Systems’ 2025...

Convergence will decide customer ownership, warns Deloitte

Technology-driven convergence across banking, telecoms, retail, and insurance is reshaping who really “owns” the customer relationship in the African insurance and savings markets. A new article by Deloitte highlights that traditional insurers and savings product...

Concern over poor results in gateway subjects

As South Africans celebrate a record-high matric pass rate, concerns over poor returns in gateway subjects like Mathematics remain. Siviwe Gwarube, minister of basic education, explains that just 34% of candidates wrote Mathematics, while most wrote Mathematical...

Matric pass rate at record high

The Department of Education has announced an 88% matric pass rate for the class of 2025, with more than 656 000 learners achieving the National Senior Certificate. More than 900 000 candidates wrote at about 6 000 centres, says Siviwe Gwarube, minister of basic...

Minister debunks ‘myth’ of 30% pass mark

Minister of basic education Siviwe Gwarube has debunked the popular myth that 30% is the matric pass mark. “We must put this stubborn myth to rest,” she says, adding that the National Senior Certificate (NSC) is earned by meeting minimum requirements across a full...

Cyber-enabled fraud one of the most pervasive global threats

Artificial intelligence, geopolitical fragmentation and a surge in cyber-enabled fraud are redefining the global cyber risk landscape at unprecedented speed, according to the World Economic Forum’s Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2026. The report, developed in...

2025 holiday PC shipments exceed expectations

Global PC shipments grew 9,6% year-over-year in the fourth quarter of 2025, reaching 76,4-million units, according to preliminary results from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Personal Computing Device Tracker. The results cap off a...

Technology, talent, trust to redefine the workplace

2026 will see businesses doubling down their focus on their people. As not only their biggest asset, but also one of their greatest investments - companies are ensuring that their teams are being offered the wellbeing, training, development and new technology-driven...

Apple, Google AI partnership a win-win for both

Apple and Google have announced that the next generation of Apple Foundation Models will be based on Google's Gemini models and cloud technology. Anisha Bhatia, senior technology analyst at GlobalData, says the partnership is a win-win for both companies. “The move...

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Upcoming trends, challenges, strategies for cloud

The rate of change in technology has made cloud computing a vital factor in the digital transformation of organisations. By Dean Baker, head of sales (Africa South Region) at Infobip This year offers significant trends, prospects, and issues that are likely to define...

The often-overlooked Achilles heel of local cyber defence

Though the world of cybersecurity is perpetually shifting, one truth has remained constant: humans are generally the weakest link in an organisation's defence. Despite this long-standing flag, a significant cybersecurity awareness gap persists in South Africa, writes...

When AI passes a Turing Tests it goes beyond a human problem

In a public online Turing Test, researchers at the University of California San Diego found that the best-performing GPT-4 prompt passed nearly half the time – outperforming older models, but still behind the human baseline of 66%. As AI becomes better at mimicking...

Retro Rabbit’s Call Centre AI takes over the heavy lifting

In an era where customers expect instant and accurate support, many contact centres still struggle with outdated manual processes that slow response times and increase errors. Retro Rabbit has launched Call Centre AI, a cutting-edge solution that automates critical...

Why investing in techpreneurs is investing in the future

GoodApp, a South African-born home services platform, was named Start-Up of the Year at the Intelligent ICT Awards, an honour that not only recognises technical achievement but also affirms the growing momentum behind purpose-driven African innovation. Founded with a...

SAS debuts custom AI models

SAS has debuted a new selection of AI models, each of which addresses a specific labour- and time-intensive process that can drag business down. SAS’ packaged models come either ready-to-go or intended to tailor and accelerate model training on customer data. All can...

Salesforce introduces Agentforce for Financial Services

Salesforce has introduced Agentforce for Financial Services, a set of pre-built, role-based AI agent templates that augment financial services teams with digital labour and automate key front-office tasks like preparing for an investment review, replacing a lost...

Workday unveils Illuminate Agents for HR, finance operations

Workday has announced a new wave of Illuminate Agents designed to significantly speed up the hiring processes, improve frontline worker experiences, streamline complex financial processes, and empower employees to find information quickly and easily. “The key to...

How working from home affects your insurance

While remote and hybrid work arrangements have recently started to decline as the return-to-office trend has gained momentum around the globe, many companies continue to embrace these models to attract and retain top talent. The working-from-home option does impact...

We need to make urban mobility convenient

People’s transport choices are shaped by safety, accessibility and socio-economic factors, writes John Rammutla, principal associate: highways, transport and infrastructure at WSP in Africa. Many African countries lack the infrastructure necessary to provide...

ERP Application Consultant (Finance)

Ready to blend your finance expertise with cutting-edge technology? If you are looking for a company where you are more than just a number and gives you the opportunity to grow and expand your knowledge, then this is for you.This hybrid role will include carrying out...

IT Software Developer (Centurion / East London)

RESPONSIBILITIESThe role will include but not limited to:Collaborate with users and stakeholders to gather and document system requirements and translate them into functional specifications.Conduct system upgrades, patch management, and configuration changes with...

IT Support Analyst

As an IT Support Analyst, you will play a crucial role in supporting our IT operations by serving as the initial point of contact for all IT-related issues within the organization, particularly for our radiologists. Under the supervision of the Global Service Desk...

ERP Application Consultant (Finance) – Gauteng Johannesburg North

Ready to blend your finance expertise with cutting-edge technology? If you are looking for a company where you are more than just a number and gives you the opportunity to grow and expand your knowledge, then this is for you.This hybrid role will include carrying out...

IT Support Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town

As an IT Support Analyst, you will play a crucial role in supporting our IT operations by serving as the initial point of contact for all IT-related issues within the organization, particularly for our radiologists. Under the supervision of the Global Service Desk...

CNC Programmer

Company based in Somerset West, Western Cape is seeking skilled CNC Programmers for 6 months with expertise in CNC programming for 3 and 5-axis machining centres.This role involves programming complex parts and tools, optimizing tool paths, and ensuring efficient...

Software Developer (Odoo/Python) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

To develop, customize, and maintain the company's Odoo ERP system. Responsible for writing high-quality, scalable Python code, managing code repositories, and collaborating with internal teams and external partners to deliver robust and efficient ERP solutions that...

CNC Programmer – Western Cape Somerset West

Company based in Somerset West, Western Cape is seeking skilled CNC Programmers for 6 months with expertise in CNC programming for 3 and 5-axis machining centres.This role involves programming complex parts and tools, optimizing tool paths, and ensuring efficient...

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