Information integrity passes geopolitics as the top risk
Information integrity risk, caused by the proliferation of AI‑enabled decision-making and uncertain AI transparency requirements, gained the top rank of emerging risks for the first quarter of 2026, according to Gartner. The Gartner Quarterly Emerging Risk...
Repeat identity attacks ramp up
A massive 71% of organisations suffered at least one identity-related breach in the past year, with an average of three separate incidents reported per company. According to the Sophos State of Identity Security 2026, a vendor-agnostic survey of 5 000 IT and...
OpenClaw could redefine the AI race
China is quietly redefining the AI race - and markets are starting to price a second epicentre as a multipolar AI world creates “significant opportunities” for investors, according to deVere Group. This is the bullish analysis from James Green, regional director of...
World-class technology institute opens in Joburg inner city
Kathy Gibson reports - The Maharishi NextUp Institute of Technology (MNIT) was opened today in the Johannesburg inner city. The Institute bought the 10-storey, 10 650 square metre building at 56 Main Street thanks to a donation from David and Tracey Frankel. David...
AI will take over half of all cybersecurity incident responses by 2028
At least 50% percent of all enterprise cybersecurity incident response efforts will focus on incidents involving custom-built AI-driven applications by 2028, according to Gartner. Christopher Mixter, vice-president analyst at Gartner, explains: “AI is evolving...
New gambling craze puts crypto credibility at risk
Five-minute Bitcoin bets, the new craze sweeping crypto, is more akin to gambling not investing, and could damage the reputation of a serious financial asset. This is the warning from Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group, as ultra-short-term cryptocurrency wagers surge in...
Nvidia helps Hyundai accelerate next-gen autonomous driving
Nvidia has announced an expanded collaboration with Hyundai Motor Company and Kia Corporation to advance next-generation autonomous driving technologies built on the Nvidia Drive Hyperion autonomous vehicle development platform. The collaboration brings together...
Reforming global trade rules key to supporting developing economies
The rules governing global trade are under increasing strain, raising questions about whether the international trading system can continue to support development in an era of geopolitical rivalry and policy uncertainty. In the latest edition of the Global Trade...
IoT expansion drives switch sales
Campus Switch revenue grew in the fourth quarter of 2025 despite a drop in average selling price of nearly every port speed, according to a new report from Dell’Oro Group. “Most vendors raised prices in the past few months, but ASPs remained low in 4Q 2025 with list...
Iran government cracks down on Starlink systems
The intelligence ministry in Iran, which has once again shut down Internet access in the country as the war rages, is clamping down on the Starlink systems some users are still employing to communicate with the outside world. According to the state news agency Tasnim,...
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HAVAÍC closes $50m African Innovation Fund 3
Cape Town-headquartered Venture Capital (VC) firm HAVAÍC has announced the second close of its $50-million African Innovation Fund 3. Supported by financial services group Sanlam Multi-Manager and with follow-on investments from cornerstone investors Fireball Capital...
Ghana Msibi is new FNB Business CEO
FNB has announced the appointment of Ghana Msibi as the new CEO for FNB Business. Msibi will report to Harry Kellan, CEO of FNB, and will be a member of the FNB Executive Committee. He was previously CEO of WesBank, a role he assumed in 2022, having joined the company...
NTT Data MEA is Snowflake’s first elite partner in SA
NTT Data Middle East and Africa (MEA) has been awarded Elite Partner status by Snowflake, becoming the first organisation in South Africa to achieve this level of recognition. A spokesperson from Snowflake notes: “Elite Partner status is awarded to organisations that...
Community WiFi, MVNO and the rise of hybrid communications providers
SA Connect is the South African government’s national broadband policy and strategy. This framework aims to deliver universal, affordable internet access to all citizens. By Craig Palmer, CEO of VAS-X Launched in 2013, the initiative seeks to connect government...
Smart cities start with signage
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Only consider reviews that show how solutions perform ‘in the trenches’
For growing businesses, making the right software choice is more than tech – it’s strategy. When businesses rely on disconnected financial tools, they face several key risks: data inconsistencies, compliance failures, and a lack of real-time visibility. These issues...
How to navigate Mauritius’s new anti-corruption landscape
Mauritius has embarked on its most ambitious anti-corruption reform in decades. The establishment of the Financial Crimes Commission (FCC), along with new legal liabilities, suggest a paradigm shift. Yet real-world outcomes, measured in verified convictions, assets...
What the SME really needs from FTTB
Reliable connectivity remains essential to business longevity and resilience, writes Carmen Boshoff, fibre to the business (FTTB) product manager at Frogfoot Networks. South African companies want faster and more reliable connectivity. They also want fair competition,...
Retailers urged to prepare for business unusual
As the retail calendar barrels toward Black Friday and the festive season, brands are bracing for what may be the most volatile and unpredictable peak period in recent memory. The economic landscape is volatile, consumer behaviour is shifting, and external pressures,...
Defy gravity and survive disruption
Will your business still be available in 10 years? Many won’t be. By Alex Galbraith, chief technology officer: cloud services at SoftwareOne The pace of change is such that even Moore’s Law is being left behind. Hyperbole or not, Nvidia’s AI hardware supremo Jensen...
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Power BI Developer
My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for a Power BI Developer to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Skills & Experience Extensive, hands-on experience with Power BI (data modeling, DAX, dashboards, and report development)Proven ability...
Data Analyst (Contract) – Gauteng Kramerville
Our client is seeking a highly experienced, technically versatile Data Analyst who combines deep analytical expertise with strong system design and development skills. This role is ideal for someone who is curious, self-driven, and comfortable operating across data...
Power BI Developer – Western Cape Cape Town CBD
My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for a Power BI Developer to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Skills & Experience Extensive, hands-on experience with Power BI (data modeling, DAX, dashboards, and report development)Proven ability...
Intermediate .NET Developer – Cape Town (Contract)
ENVIRONMENT:A client based in Cape Town is seeking Intermediate .NET Developers to join their growing development team. You will be responsible for building, enhancing, and maintaining business-critical applications, working closely with cross-functional teams to...
Full-Stack .NET Developer (Strong Front-End & Integration) – FULLY REMOTE (CH1197)
Our client in the retail software industry is looking for an experienced Full-Stack .NET Developer with strong front-end implementation and integration skills to join their team.This is a hands-on role working across both modern and legacy systems, delivering...
Intermediate .NET Developer – Cape Town (Contract) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:A client based in Cape Town is seeking Intermediate .NET Developers to join their growing development team. You will be responsible for building, enhancing, and maintaining business-critical applications, working closely with cross-functional teams to...
Full-Stack .NET Developer (Strong Front-End & Integration) – FULLY REMOTE (CH1197) – Western Cape Stellenbosch
Our client in the retail software industry is looking for an experienced Full-Stack .NET Developer with strong front-end implementation and integration skills to join their team.This is a hands-on role working across both modern and legacy systems, delivering...
Senior Power BI Developer (Contract) – CPT
ENVIRONMENT:An organisation focused on enhancing service delivery excellence through information and communication technologies is looking for a Senior Power BI Developer to design, develop, and deliver advanced reporting and data visualisation solutions. You will...
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Job purpose: To ensure the vision and strategy of the company by documenting, developing, and implementing innovative business processes and models. This role identifies process improvement opportunities to enhance the functioning of the company in alignment with its...
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