Research reveals where SA’s fight against stunting is falling short
South Africa has one of the highest rates of stunting among upper-middle income countries globally, with little change in the last three decades despite government’s efforts to tackle poverty and expand access to social grants. More than a quarter of children under...
Liquid Intelligent Technologies draws outsized demand for $300m bond
In a test of institutional appetite for African credit, Liquid Intelligent Technologies has closed a $660-million debt financing round, including a $300-million Eurobond that was oversubscribed 2,5-times - a result that signifies a meaningful vote of confidence in the...
Edge spending set for 15% growth
Worldwide spending on edge computing reached $265-billion in 2025, expected to nearly double by 2029, reflecting a pivotal expansion fueled by rapid Edge AI advancements that accelerate enterprise transformation and open new opportunities for service providers,...
Budget 2026: Payment system modernisation underway
Treasury plans to modernise the national payments system with the inclusion of digital finance. The first key milestone in the Payments Ecosystem Modernisation (PEM) was reached in November 2025, with the establishment of PayInc. Presenting Budget 2026, finance...
Budget 2026: Things have changed … even if it doesn’t feel like it
Budget 2026 may feel uneventful. Proposed tax hikes were withdrawn, personal income tax brackets were adjusted for inflation, and contribution limits for tax-efficient savings were increased. On the surface, it sounds stable. But according to Therese Grobler, head of...
Budget2026: VAT threshold increase welcomed
Lula has welcomed today’s National Budget Speech (25 February 2026) which included an announcement that the compulsory VAT registration threshold would increase from R1-million to R2,3-million, a reform for which the SME funder has consistently advocated. Lula made a...
Budget 2026: Overhaul of Skills Development Levy and SETAs welcomed
Pnet has welcomed Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s commitment to reforming South Africa's national skills ecosystem in today’s Budget Speech. By Paul Byrne, head of data insights and customer success It was refreshing to hear his acknowledgement that the Skills...
Budget 2026: Payments reform, crypto regulation signal maturing cross-border frameworks
When Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana tabled the 2026 Budget today (25 February), the message was clear: fiscal credibility and structural reform remain central to South Africa’s growth strategy. For businesses operating across borders, three announcements stand out,...
Fraud attacks escalate faster than business defences
South African businesses are facing an unprecedented and rapidly evolving threat from fraud, with two-thirds (66%) reporting a surge in losses over the past year, according to new research commissioned by Experian. The study, conducted by Forrester Consulting, reveals...
AI accountability the new mandate in cybersecurity economics
There’s a critical paradox taking shape around the economics of AI in cybersecurity. While cybersecurity budgets see unprecedented growth, security leaders are racing ahead on AI transformation while falling behind on measurement, justification, and strategic...
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Royal HaskoningDHV SA becomes Atana
A group of mostly South African engineering professionals who bought a controlling margin of the South African arm of Netherlands-based engineering consultancy Royal HaskoningDHV have rebranded it as Atana, effective from 1 July 2025. The group – management and...
Syspro acquires riteSOFT
Syspro announced the acquisition of riteSOFT, a US-based provider of mobile warehouse and time tracking and scheduling software for small to mid-sized manufacturers and distributors. The acquisition strengthens Syspro’s smart manufacturing capabilities and advances...
Vodacom Business, Sasol partner on MPN solution
Vodacom Business has deployed a Mobile Private Network (MPN) at Sasol’s synthetic fuel facility in Secunda, Mpumalanga. "As part of Sasol's digitalisation journey, there is a focus on utilising technology to improve processes that impact safety and efficiency across...
Hisense SA recognised as Proudly South African
Hisense SA has been recognised by the Proudly South African initiative as a key strategic partner in its national campaign to bolster local manufacturing, create jobs, and strengthen South Africa’s economy through homegrown innovation and production. Hisense SA was...
Lessons learned from providing 2m people with AI skills
An AI-skilled workforce is no longer a luxury - it’s a necessity. Yet, a massive skills gap is a roadblock to many organisations' efforts to implement AI technologies. By Maureen Lonergan, vice-president: enablement for international expansion at Amazon Web Services...
Reimagining quality control for smart manufacturing
We already know that in today’s rapidly evolving manufacturing landscape, businesses face unprecedented challenges, supply chain disruptions, fluctuating market demands, and workforce dynamics. To navigate these complexities, manufacturers increasingly turn to...
Salary increase season – what’s realistic and what’s not
For many South Africans that are formally employed in both the government and private sectors, mid-year marks a pivotal time for mid-year salary reviews and potential raises. It is a time brimming with anticipation and hope, as employees look forward to some financial...
What to do in the first 24 hours after a ransomware attack
A ransomware attack is a nightmare scenario for any organisation. It’s disruptive, costly, and often deeply damaging to your reputation. By Richard Ford, chief technology officer at Integrity360 How you respond in the first 24 hours will determine the difference in...
Traditional defences are no longer enough
From finding creative recipes or drafting business emails to creating images for a small business’s social media posts, generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools like ChatGPT and Midjourney are rapidly becoming a part of our daily lives. But, along with its...
Data centre protects business and customers from unpredictable disruptions
In today's data centre environment, outages – whether related to power, water or fibre optics – are a daily reality. However, it is not just about responding to these events; it is about being prepared and capable when they occur. By Jacques De Jager, chief operations...
Solutions Architect (Chief Expert) 0159 – Gauteng Pretoria
Design and own end-to-end solution architectures that meet business requirements and align with the architectural roadmap.Engage and collaborate with product and integration teams to define integration touchpoints and shared technical requirements.Translate business...
Scrum Master SLS
What will you do?Reporting directly to the Release Train Engineer (RTE), you'll be supporting two or more cross-functional teams within a larger value stream or product ecosystem, working alongside other experienced Scrum Masters.The Scrum Master is co-located with...
Senior Data Engineer (Spark & Python Specialist)
Role:Our client is seeking a Senior Cloud Data Engineer to join their Engineering team at the company. In this role, you will be a key technical contributor responsible for building, optimizing, and maintaining high-performance data processing engines. You will apply...
Scrum Master SLS – Remote Remote
What will you do?Reporting directly to the Release Train Engineer (RTE), you'll be supporting two or more cross-functional teams within a larger value stream or product ecosystem, working alongside other experienced Scrum Masters.The Scrum Master is co-located with...
Senior Data Engineer (Spark & Python Specialist) – Remote Remote
Role:Our client is seeking a Senior Cloud Data Engineer to join their Engineering team at the company. In this role, you will be a key technical contributor responsible for building, optimizing, and maintaining high-performance data processing engines. You will apply...
Senior Specialist CX and UX Designer
Key Responsibilities: Shape, design, and guide customer and user experience strategies to solve complex problems.Lead the development of complex, multifaceted business process solutions.Ensure that Organisation services are structured according to the needs,...
Software Engineer @
Software Engineer ContractorMid-Career (4 - 6 yrs exp)Gauteng or Cape TownKEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Rapid prototyping of approved AI use casesApplication and agent implementationAPI and enterprise system integrationDeployment and release executionMonitoring and production...
Senior Specialist CX and UX Designer – Gauteng Presas
Key Responsibilities: Shape, design, and guide customer and user experience strategies to solve complex problems.Lead the development of complex, multifaceted business process solutions.Ensure that Organisation services are structured according to the needs,...
Software Engineer @ – Gauteng Johannesburg
Software Engineer ContractorMid-Career (4 - 6 yrs exp)Gauteng or Cape TownKEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Rapid prototyping of approved AI use casesApplication and agent implementationAPI and enterprise system integrationDeployment and release executionMonitoring and production...
Business Analyst ( 12 Months Contract )
Role Summary To investigate, document and implement technology systems. The incumbent will assist the development team with the required project documentation, testing and user communication. Furthermore, will act as the key link between business stakeholders, project...
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