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...

NTT boosts Africa’s digital transformation with JINX integration

NTT – in conjunction with INX-ZA – has gone live with the Johannesburg Internet Exchange (JINX) node within its Johannesburg 1 (JOH1) data centre. With 6 200 square metres of data centre server space and 12MW IT critical load, the JOH1 data centre is NTT’s newest and...

Team SA takes bronze at International Olympiad in Informatics 

The four-member South African team won two bronze medals and an honourable mention at the 36th International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI 2024) - the most prestigious global computer science competition for secondary school and high school students. Bronze medals were...

Operator 5G revenue to double as 6G shows promise

Juniper Research forecasts that operators will generate $625-billion from 5G services globally by 2027; rising from $310-billion in 2023. The new report, "Operator Revenue Strategies: Business Models, Emerging Technologies & Market Forecasts 2023-2027", predicts...

Plastic-eating enzymes could combat waste polyester clothing

Scientists at the University of Portsmouth aim to develop 'plastic-eating' enzymes that could help solve the ever-growing problem of waste polyester clothing. Polyester is the most widely-used clothing fibre in the world but is currently not a sustainable textile...

Chinese mobile service revenue set for growth

The total mobile services revenue in China is poised to increase at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5,5% from $144,3-billion in 2022 to $188,2-billion in 2027, mainly driven by the robust growth in mobile data services segment. GlobalData's latest China Mobile...

These were the most traded cryptos in January

After a significant slowdown in December, the last month of one of the hardest years for the entire crypto industry, the global crypto trading volume spiked in January, with all major cryptocurrencies seeing double and triple-digit month-over-month growth. According...

Financial organisations turn their focus to AI

Organisations across the board are looking to artificial intelligence (AI) to find ways to more accurately manage risk, enhance efficiencies to reduce operating costs, and improve experiences for clients and customers. Nvidia has conducted a survey with some of the...

The top trends impacting technology providers

Gartner has highlighted the top trends that will impact technology providers through 2025 which reflect three overarching themes: businesses increasing their reliance on technology; new opportunities emerging through technology; and the impact of external macro...

Hubble measures mass of a lone white dwarf

Astronomers using NASA's Hubble Space Telescope have for the first time directly measured the mass of a single, isolated white dwarf – the surviving core of a burned-out, Sun-like star. Researchers found that the white dwarf is 56% the mass of our Sun. This agrees...

What South Africans wanted to know about in January

With 2023 well underway, local and global headlines have garnered the interest of South Africans across the board with Google search activity for January showing much curiosity around sporting events, matric results, and innovations in technology. At the top of many...

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Software testing helps Vula Mobile deliver medical care

Software and services company DVT is helping the innovative team at Vula Mobile to provide quality medical care to rural and remote patients with a range of software testing and test automation services for the award-winning Vula Mobile smartphone app. The brainchild...

Safety management and reporting software for IAG

Ideagen, a supplier of information management software to organisations in highly regulated industries, has secured a contract to provide International Airlines Group (IAG) with a safety and risk management and reporting software solution. IAG, parent company of Aer...

Generating energy value and creating agility is key

Energy security remains elusive on the African continent and is one of the biggest challenges engulfing the Utility sector, according to KPMG experts. The International Energy Agency (IEA) estimates that two out of three people in sub-Saharan Africa do not have access...

Digital Skills Academy steps up global growth

Digital Skills Academy, an institution offering advanced ICT training for working professionals, has expanded its reach to 25 countries in six continents across the globe as demand grows for ongoing ICT skills development in the workplace. The Academy's 2016 Impact...

Redstor restores student data after fire

Founded in 1963 as a comprehensive school and established as an academy in 2011, The Academy, Selsey forms part of The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT). This trust is the largest Multi-Academy Trust in the South of England comprising over 40 Primary and Secondary...

Fujitsu and Oracle launch Fujitsu SPARC M12 servers

Fujitsu and Oracle have announced the launch of Fujitsu SPARC M12, a new lineup of enterprise servers now available worldwide. Featuring Fujitsu's new SPARC64 XII processor, Fujitsu SPARC M12 servers achieve the world's highest per CPU core performance(1) in...

Keeping employees motivated through public holidays

For most, a series of closely grouped public holidays present a highly anticipated opportunity for a mini-holiday. However, the number of public holidays celebrated in South Africa during the course of April and early May this year, could pose a series of challenges...

BitCo expands a competitive connectivity landscape

National Internet and telephony service provider, BitCo, has launched its Maximise Channel Partner Programme. Their programme has been developed to enable any level of the ICT channel to maximise their business by leveraging off BitCo's Carrier Grade Fibre and...

Ransomware is not only file encryption

Ransomware is an ever-increasing threat worldwide, claiming new victims on a regular basis with no end in sight. The Check Point threat intelligence teams unpacks the issue. While most ransomware families prevent the victims from accessing their documents, pictures,...

Data the most valuable asset

Cybercrime is expected to cost businesses about R78 trillion by 2021, according to statistics quoted by Cisco Connect South Africa. The internet has created the perfect platform for cyber criminals to grow and prosper as they find ways around security systems and many...

Cobol Developer

Leading bank requires the skills of an experienced Cobol developer6 month renewable contractCobol IMS experience essential Desired Skills: Cobol ims Learn more/Apply for this position

2nd Line Systems Engineer

ENVIRONMENT:A vibrant IT Support company in Cape Town is in search of an ambitious and proficient 2nd Line Systems Engineer to become a part of its team. The ideal candidate should have demonstrated experience as a 2nd Line Systems Engineer, emphasizing expertise in...

ERP Specialist

The main purpose of your role as ERP and Systems Administrator is to offer IT related support to all employees. To control and co-ordinate the Information System's technical and support function by monitoring and maintaining the ERP systems in respect of breakdown and...

IT Desktop Support at Ntice Search – KwaZulu-Natal Durban

Job Opportunity: IT Desktop Support TechnicianLocation: Pinetown A position has arisen with a leader in packaging for an IT Desktop Support Technician. This role is crucial in managing IT desktop support tasks and ensuring efficient service delivery. If you are...

Cobol Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg

Leading bank requires the skills of an experienced Cobol developer6 month renewable contractCobol IMS experience essential Desired Skills: Cobol ims Learn more/Apply for this position

2nd Line Systems Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:A vibrant IT Support company in Cape Town is in search of an ambitious and proficient 2nd Line Systems Engineer to become a part of its team. The ideal candidate should have demonstrated experience as a 2nd Line Systems Engineer, emphasizing expertise in...

ERP Specialist – Gauteng Houghton Estate

The main purpose of your role as ERP and Systems Administrator is to offer IT related support to all employees. To control and co-ordinate the Information System's technical and support function by monitoring and maintaining the ERP systems in respect of breakdown and...

IT DevOps Engineer

Qualifications and Experience Requirements: BSc/MSc in Engineering/Computer Science or equivalent.Total 5+ years of solid experience in Oracle Cloud DR Implementations with strong technical skills in areas of SaaS Application Support, cloud engineering, infrastructure...

Senior Systems Administrator

Our client is looking for a Senior Systems Administrator who will be responsible for overseeing and maintaining the organization's IT infrastructure, ensuring the optimal performance, security, and reliability of systems, networks, and servers. This role involves...

System Administrator

Our client is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Systems Administrator to join their IT team. The ideal candidate will assist in maintaining, monitoring, and supporting their IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, and user support systems.Job...

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