How AI affects a world of shattered norms
Gartner has revealed its top strategic predictions for 2026 and beyond which span three categories: talent in the AI age; sovereignty; and insidious AI. “The risks and opportunities of rapid technology change are increasingly affecting human behaviour and choices,”...
Agentic AI will reshape global enterprises
International Data Corporation (IDC) has published its FutureScape 2026 research – a comprehensive outlook on the next five years in enterprise technology. Spanning more than 35 worldwide reports, IDC’s FutureScape 2026 details how agentic artificial intelligence (AI)...
Vodacom goes live with virtual wheeling
Vodacom has fully operationalised its agnostic virtual wheeling platform. The company has delivered on a power purchase agreement (PPA) with IPP (independent power producer) SOLA Group to procure renewable electricity for commercial operations. The operation leverages...
Women entrepreneurs get R1m boost
The MTN SA Foundation has named the top 10 finalists in this year’s R1-million MTN Women in Digital Business Challenge. Now in its fourth year, the challenge provides women entrepreneurs with an opportunity to expand their ICT businesses. “At the launch event held in...
Multichoice files new takeover regulation notice
While the finalisation of Multichoice’s acquisition by French media company Canal+ is still underway, a new shareholder has started buying up shares in the South African pay-TV operator. Multichoice yesterday afternoon (2 September) received formal notification that...
Google gets to keep Chrome in court ruling
A court battle to break Google up has ended. The search giant is being allowed to retain all of its operations, with the proviso that it share search data with rivals. Because Google is a search leader, and also has its own products like Android and Chrome, the US...
NYDA and NSFAS in strategic partnership
The National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) has announced a new strategic partnership with the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS). This collaboration, formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), marks a significant commitment to expanding...
Openserve connects SATA to the World Broadband Association
Telkom fibre provider Openserve has successfully facilitated the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the Southern Africa Telecommunication Association (SATA) and the World Broadband Association (WBBA). Beauty Apleni, the current chair of SATA and...
Canon expands its local waste programme
Canon South Africa has expanded its national waste management programme to address the growing pressure on South Africa’s landfill capacity. The programme enables the responsible collection and processing of various waste types including paper and packaging,...
Smart strategies to manage debt and interest rates
South Africans are learning to live and thrive in a financially uncertain world, according to the latest TransUnion Consumer Pulse Study, which shows that while 39% of households expect they may miss at least one bill or loan payment, many are actively reshaping their...
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Self-learning CX solutions the smart way to stay ahead of the game
South African customers are no longer happy with just a friendly greeting and a broad smile from across the counter. By Angelique Miller, business solutions catalyst at PerfectWorx Consumer expectations continue to grow across all industries. To illustrate, global...
AI is transforming software engineering in SA
Artificial intelligence (AI) is fundamentally reshaping the landscape of software engineering, particularly in South Africa, where the demand for innovative solutions is rapidly increasing. As AI technologies evolve, they are automating repetitive tasks, enhancing...
Lessons from 2024 cybersecurity breaches
In 2024, nearly six out of every 10 businesses experienced a cyberattack. The same research revealed that 70% of these attacks led to data encryption, with ransom demands increasing fivefold. Most concerningly, 32% of cyberattacks worldwide were attributed to...
Closing SA’s education gaps with AI
AI is expanding quickly in South Africa, with some industries moving faster than others, leaving sectors like education behind. Jaco Oosthuizen, Rectron category manager for mobility looks at how the country’s education sector can quickly adopt AI to solve...
Scammers take advantage of the desperate need to access cash
Revitalised from their end-of-year vacation, South Africans typically tackle the new year with gusto and renewed vigour. It is also a time when students who matriculated the year before, start the next phase of their journey as they enter into universities and...
A new leadership approach is needed for change
As organisations prepare for 2025, leaders are expected to navigate increasingly complex challenges, from economic uncertainty and rapid technological change, to changing workforce requirements and stakeholder demands. Kisima Psychological Services CEO Phyllis Ndlovu...
Bridging the digital skills gap in Africa
AI could contribute up to $30-billion to sub-Saharan Africa's economy by 2030, according to Google’s Digital Opportunity of Africa report. This is a remarkable prospect for a continent still navigating its digital transformation – a crucial shift toward achieving...
Human-centred design thinking will drive business growth in 2025
As South African businesses emerge from a turbulent 2024, 40% of companies identified inflation and macroeconomic volatility as a threat, and 23% are concerned about cyber risks. While 2025 brings the end of load shedding, falling interest rates, and a more stable...
Data has a massive carbon footprint – managing it is critical in reducing emissions
The exponential growth of data has led to significant business challenges and environmental concerns for organisations to address. As data fuels the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR), managing its environmental impact becomes crucial, writes Graham Brown, country...
FPG and Nutanix transform Nigeria’s cloud landscape
As Nigeria's digital economy continues to expand, data sovereignty and efficient IT infrastructure have become critical for businesses striving to meet regulatory requirements while staying ahead in a competitive market. FPG Technologies and Solutions, a system...
Sales and Application Specialist – Laboratory
Leading medical equipment supplier situated in JHB North is looking for a Sales and Application Specialist to join their laboratory division.Experience requiredFluent in English, verbal and written;3-5 years experience in the medical field;3-5 years experience in a...
Sales and Application Specialist – Laboratory – Gauteng Midrand
Leading medical equipment supplier situated in JHB North is looking for a Sales and Application Specialist to join their laboratory division.Experience requiredFluent in English, verbal and written;3-5 years experience in the medical field;3-5 years experience in a...
Senior Cyber Security Analyst at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our international client has redefined the approach to addressing client security needs by reshaping support strategies, tapping into existing client technologies, optimising or complementing their current resources, all while aligning seamlessly with...
Senior Cyber Security Analyst at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:Our international client has redefined the approach to addressing client security needs by reshaping support strategies, tapping into existing client technologies, optimising or complementing their current resources, all while aligning seamlessly with...
Data Analyst (Research/NGO exp) (JHB Hybrid)
ENVIRONMENT:A Community Upliftment Programme based in Joburg seeks a strategic-thinking Data Analyst who will enhance its internal analytical capacity, support strategic insights, and ensure high-quality data governance and use across the organisation and network. You...
Data Analyst (Research/NGO exp) (JHB Hybrid) – Gauteng Johannesburg
ENVIRONMENT:A Community Upliftment Programme based in Joburg seeks a strategic-thinking Data Analyst who will enhance its internal analytical capacity, support strategic insights, and ensure high-quality data governance and use across the organisation and network. You...
Intermediate BI Developer
Our client is seeking an Intermediate BI Developer (Data Scientist) to support the design, development, and delivery of business intelligence solutions. The successful candidate will leverage tools such as AWS QuickSight and Power BI to transform raw data into...
Intermediate BI Developer – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Our client is seeking an Intermediate BI Developer (Data Scientist) to support the design, development, and delivery of business intelligence solutions. The successful candidate will leverage tools such as AWS QuickSight and Power BI to transform raw data into...
Senior Microsoft Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
The Senior Microsoft Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining Microsoft-based infrastructure solutions, both on-premises and in the cloud (primarily Azure). This role ensures the stability, integrity, and efficiency of IT systems and...
Senior Microsoft Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
The Senior Microsoft Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining Microsoft-based infrastructure solutions, both on-premises and in the cloud (primarily Azure). This role ensures the stability, integrity, and efficiency of IT systems and...
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