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,...

Beware the gap between perceived AI readiness and DR capability

Software-as-a-service (SaaS) data protection is seen as a high priority when implementing AI solutions – but a survey of senior IT decision-makers has revealed a gap between perceived readiness and tested, validated disaster recovery capability. This is among the...

AI set for $19,9trn economic impact

New research from IDC – The Global Impact of Artificial Intelligence on the Economy and Jobs - predicts that business spending to adopt artificial intelligence (AI), to use AI in existing business operations, and to deliver better products/services to business and...

Wave 2 Copilot gives Microsoft the collaboration edge

Microsoft introduced a series of generative AI (GenAI) based office productivity tools at the recent “Microsoft 365 Copilot: Wave 2” event, strengthening its position in the team collaboration space. Although Microsoft is playing catch-up with some of the capabilities...

Gen Z will trade short-term economic ills for future sustainability

Nearly half (47%) of Generation Z is willing to accept short-term economic limitations, such as lower GDP growth, for policymakers to invest in a longer-term strategy that promotes more sustainable growth, according to new research from Dell Technologies. The research...

Microsoft adds generative AI to Bing, Edge

Microsoft yesterday launched an AI-powered Bing search engine and Edge browser, which it believes will deliver better search, more complete answers, a new chat experience and the ability to generate content. "AI will fundamentally change every software category,...

Slight but uninspiring increase for the BETI in January

After breaking six months of declines in December, the BankservAfrica Economic Transactions Index (BETI) improved again in January 2023. Yet, despite this positive movement, 'more-of-the-same' can be expected this year as economic woes prevail. "The BETI improved to...

SA’s need for manufacturing excellence stronger than ever

South Africa's manufacturing industry has had to keep evolving to remain competitive in the face of global competition. But, while there has been a long-standing battle between effectively producing products against demand and maintaining a sustainable cost base, a...

Report reveals that SA children can’t read for meaning

A new report reveals that a massive 82% of South Africa's Grade 4 learners cannot read for meaning - indicating that the disruptions of the Covid years have set children back by at least a year. Indeed, if the country continues on the current trajectory, it will take...

Subsea cable system lands in KZN

The 2Africa undersea cable, said to be the largest in the world, has been landed into the carrier-neutral Durban facility of Open Access Data Centre (OADC), which is owned and operated by West Indian Ocean Cable Company (WIOCC). Chris Wood, group CEO of WIOCC,...

Logistic execs pessimistic about 2023

Nearly 70% of global logistics executives say they are bracing for recession amid higher costs, slowing demand, and ongoing supply chain disruption arising from China's battle to contain Covid, Russia's war in Ukraine, and the impact of climate change. Ninety percent...

Poor recruiting experience a deal breaker for in-demand job seekers

Despite ongoing economic uncertainty, global and South African employers are still feeling the impact of the Great Resignation. Over three-quarters of South African employees (77%) are actively looking for a new job, and it's not easy to win over top talent,...

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Know your facts before embarking on retrenchments

A tough economic climate continues to see numerous organisations restructuring and implementing retrenchments in an attempt to streamline operations and increase profitability. According to Kay Vittee, CEO of Kelly, retrenchments are often unexpected, and employers...

Learn, segment and protect in the IoT world

Experts predict that by 2020 there will be 4,3 Internet-connected devices for every man, woman, and child on the planet. Each of these connected devices generates data that is pushed, pulled, collected, sorted, analysed, stored, and examined. This data, and the...

Calling all innovative startups

Mastercard is calling for applications for its next Start Path Global 2017 class, the company's global initiative to support innovative later-stage startups who are reshaping the future of commerce. The programme is open to startups from South Africa and across the...

Tigo’s new call centre opens in Tanzania

Tigo has opened a new call centre in Tanzania, the first of its kind in the country. Boasting the latest technology, the call centre, complete with embedded data security measures to protect customer information and identity, has been designed to offer Tigo customers...

Cape Branding Services takes on digital printing

Cape Branding Services (CBS) is growing its new digital printing division with the introduction of a Xerox Color C70 printer from Cape Office Machines and Bytes Document Solutions. The new printer marks a natural progression in CBS's wholesale printing services for...

Kyocera recognised by Laserfiche as leading SA VAR

Kyocera Document Solutions South Africa was one of the South African (SA) value added resellers (VAR) to bring home Laserfiche's top-selling Winners Circle Achievers Award from this year's Empower conference. Noscotek, the SA based distributor, joined Kyocera Document...

Partnership benefits residents in Alexander and Mfuleni

More than 7 000 learners benefitted from the partnership between NGO Afrika Tikkun, Workonline Communications - a wholesale provider of IP transit and carrier services across Africa - and its partners. The partnership, which was announced in August 2016 to address the...

New group CEO for Virgin Mobile Middle East & Africa

Virgin Mobile Middle East & Africa (VMMEA) has announced the appointment of Alan Gow as the group CEO. He will be based at the group's regional head office in Dubai. Gow comes with an extensive Virgin senior leadership profile, having been a co-founder of the...

The fibre boom – and what it means for home and business users

The plethora or fibre - and fibre service providers - flooding urban areas, offering Fibre-to-the-home (FTTH) and Fibre-to-the-business(FTTB) services has rapidly changed the way Internet services are delivered to customers. Thanks to the open access nature of most...

FNB named Best Retail Bank in Southern Africa

First National Bank (FNB) has been awarded the accolade of Best Retail Bank in Southern Africa at the recent annual Banker Africa - Southern Africa Awards 2017. According to Banker Africa, the Banker Africa Awards recognise financial institutions that offer...

Senior PHP Engineer (Remote) – Gauteng Johannesburg

ENVIRONMENT:Our Client is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to explore innovative technological solutions to support the growth of their clients' businesses. This role involves creating and maintaining the rules engine and related software services while working...

Developer – SQL at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

About our client: Our client is a global leader in digital marketing and client reporting solutions, empowering financial professionals to enhance investor engagement and retention. With operations spanning four continents, they are rapidly expanding their team...

SAP Basis Consultant – Gauteng Midrand

Ready to Blast Off? Join Us as SAP Basis Superhero! Do you have the superpowers to tame the wildest SAP landscapes and keep systems running smoother than a well-oiled machine? If you can wield SAP NetWeaver like a Jedi lightsaber and tame the mighty HANA like a pro,...

IT Technician – Northern Cape

Hire Resolve, a leading recruitment agency, is seeking a skilled IT Technician to join our client's team in the Northern Cape. As an IT Technician, you will be responsible for providing technical support to ensure the smooth operation of computer systems and...

Business Intelligence Developer- Centurion

BSc Degree B.Eng (Industrial) / BSc Degree Computer Science Proven experience (3+ years) in a BI role Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneouslySupply Chain...

Senior IT Support Technician

ENVIRONMENT:THE technical expertise of an Senior IT Support Technician with 12+ years' SME Support experience is sought by a cutting-edge FinTech company to monitor Active Directory, Exchange, VMware and SQL infrastructure while continually reviewing the IT...

Data Scientist

The successful candidate will be responsible for the application of data science and advanced quantitative methods, which include machine learning, deep learning, artificial intelligence, predictive analytics to enable key strategic, tactical, and operational...

Data Analyst at Reverside

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IT Technician – Northern Cape – Northern Cape Kathu

Hire Resolve, a leading recruitment agency, is seeking a skilled IT Technician to join our client's team in the Northern Cape. As an IT Technician, you will be responsible for providing technical support to ensure the smooth operation of computer systems and...

Business Intelligence Developer- Centurion – Gauteng Pretoria

BSc Degree B.Eng (Industrial) / BSc Degree Computer Science Proven experience (3+ years) in a BI role Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneouslySupply Chain...

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