China is leading the AI Supercycle
China isn’t waiting. As the global AI industry shifts from infrastructure build-out to enterprise application at scale, China is already running - and the gap with most other markets is widening. That was the signal at IDC Directions 2026 in Beijing, where more than...
‘Unprecedented cycle’ forecast for infrastructure investment – SA included
Over the next 25 years, infrastructure investment in South Africa is forecast to be led by transport, resources, and power which together account for 63% of total infrastructure spend through to 2050, according to PwC’s Global Infrastructure Outlook 2025 to 2050. The...
Acquiring and developing AI and digital talent is a top CFO challenge
Harnessing rapidly evolving AI technologies while keeping enterprises and their staff on track amidst a turbulent, high-change environment are the biggest chief financial officer (CFO) challenges in the next six months, according to Gartner. “CFOs are having to manage...
Cybersecurity skills shortages worsen supply chain risks
A shortage of qualified IT security workers is hampering efforts by global organisations to prioritise various security tasks that would mitigate the risk of supply chain and trusted relationship attacks. Both factors are cited by nearly half (42%) of the respondents...
Quantum tech drives better accuracy, security
Quantifying the smallest phenomena or enabling the securest of communications is possible with developments in quantum technologies. IDTechEx's portfolio of Quantum Technologies Research Reports and Subscriptions is home to the latest research into quantum sensors,...
SMEs urged to set realistic growth goals in a weaker economy
In last month’s State of the Nation Address (SONA), President Cyril Ramaphosa stated that South Africa is on the cusp of achieving rapid economic growth. While this would be a welcome development, this is a promise business owners have heard many times before. Despite...
Top change management trends in the age of AI
In 2026, more organisations will need to reshape work as they continue to invest heavily in AI, according to a December 2025 Gartner survey of 110 CHROs, which says that 78% agree that workflows and roles will need to change to get the most out of their AI...
Applications open for JWO Research Grant
The Jennifer Ward Oppenheimer (JWO) Research Grant opens its 2026 call for applications today (23 March 2026), inviting early-career African scientists to submit research proposals that advance biodiversity and conservation on the continent. The grant is open to...
Are we upholding Section 14 in the digital age
As South Africa commemorates the 30th anniversary of the Constitution (21 March), we are celebrating a document that was designed to protect the inherent dignity of every citizen. In 1996, the threats to that dignity were largely physical. Today, however, our lives...
Hybrid working spurs part-timers to rejoin the workforce
With the current focus on driving economic growth, an International Workplace Group (IWG) report reveals the potential of hybrid work to boost productivity and bring more skilled labour into the workforce. IWG’s new data highlights that 44% of former part-time workers...
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Smart bots and ‘press 0 for an agent’ are finally equals
The world of customer experience (CX) is going through a big transformation driven by the remarkable advancements in Artificial Intelligence. For businesses the excitement is real, and for consumers in South Africa, customer support can become brilliant experiences in...
Data confidence lets finance teams shift from data entry to analysis
Businesses in all sectors have one thing in common – their finance teams are at the heart of the organisation. By Ivan Jardim, sales account manager at Insight Consulting Yet, despite the world evolving quickly and industries becoming increasingly dynamic as customers...
Healthcare technology should be integrated from the start
Today’s modern healthcare facilities have, respectfully, moved beyond bricks, mortar and medical equipment to now include infrastructure that embeds intelligence and resilience, providing the foundation for safer, smarter and patient-centric healthcare environment. By...
Beyond bandwidth: FNOs should prioritise customer service
Fibre isn't a luxury anymore – it’s as critical as water or electricity – but the service offered by South Africa’s fibre operators certainly doesn’t reflect this reality. By Richard Firth, CEO of MIP Holdings While specific data on the average call centre wait times...
As quantum cybersecurity threats loom, go back to basics
Despite the escalating sophistication of AI-generated threats and the looming specter of quantum computing capable of shattering current encryption, the organisations staying ahead of the curve are those getting the fundamentals of cybersecurity hygiene right. By...
OTT platforms must contribute to SA’s digital infrastructure
On average, South Africans spend over ten hours a day on screens, much of it on data-heavy apps like Instagram, TikTok, Netflix, YouTube, WhatsApp and Facebook. By Nomvuyiso Batyi, ex-officio member of the Association of Comms and Technology Every video stream and...
Why only a few are winning at Gen AI – and how SA can catch up
Enterprise reinvention has become a global business imperative – and artificial intelligence is its driving force. Generative AI (gen AI), in particular, is fast moving from pilot projects to large-scale enterprise deployments. But while the buzz around the technology...
Transforming student support through human-centred AI
In an era where a single unanswered question can derail a student’s academic journey, artificial intelligence is stepping in, not to replace humans, but to support them. Siegie Brownlee, CEO of Eduvos, explores how institutions are transforming student support by...
Agility beats legacy in a digital world
Legacy once stood for trust and authority in financial services. Today, it often suggests outdated systems, slow decision-making and an unwillingness to evolve. As technology reshapes how consumers manage their money, staying power in the market alone no longer sets a...
Crypto trading and SARS: The revenue reckoning has arrived
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has officially shifted gears in its approach to taxing crypto trading income. By Nicole Erlank, manager, and Tertius Troost, senior manager at Forvis Mazars in South Africa The SARS Crypto Asset Unit, established to monitor and...
Senior Support Engineer (End-User/EUC) (Stellenbosch)
ENVIRONMENT:DELIVER consistent, high-quality first- and second-line support to end users to ensure productivity and service continuity as the next hands-on Senior Support Engineer wanted by a dynamic Internet Service & Network Specialist. This role focuses on...
Senior Support Engineer (End-User/EUC) (Stellenbosch) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:DELIVER consistent, high-quality first- and second-line support to end users to ensure productivity and service continuity as the next hands-on Senior Support Engineer wanted by a dynamic Internet Service & Network Specialist. This role focuses on...
Data Engineer (Advanced) 1053
Job DescriptionDesign, build and maintain scalable data pipelines and ETL workflows to ingest and transform data for analytics and reporting.Implement and optimize data storage solutions including data lakes and data warehouses on cloud platforms.Develop PySpark and...
Business Analyst (Product – Financial Services)
Exciting opportunity with established and successful investment management company. They seek a dynamic Business Analyst to work with the Head of Product and the Development team.Completed BCom Honours / BSc Honours with 3-5 years relevant working experience as a...
Data Engineer (Advanced) 1053 – Gauteng Pretoria
Job DescriptionDesign, build and maintain scalable data pipelines and ETL workflows to ingest and transform data for analytics and reporting.Implement and optimize data storage solutions including data lakes and data warehouses on cloud platforms.Develop PySpark and...
Business Analyst (Product – Financial Services) – Remote Remote
Exciting opportunity with established and successful investment management company. They seek a dynamic Business Analyst to work with the Head of Product and the Development team.Completed BCom Honours / BSc Honours with 3-5 years relevant working experience as a...
Data Engineer (Senior) 0641
Job DescriptionDevelop and deliver data engineering solutions, primarily using Python or other relevant programming languages.Actively participate in agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, refinement, and retrospectives.Collaborate closely with stakeholders and...
Software Developer at SNG Grant Thornton
DescriptionJob PurposeTo design, develop, test, and maintain secure, scalable, and high-performing software solutions that support business objectives and operational efficiency. The Developer will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable...
Data Engineer (Senior) 0641 – Remote Remote
Job DescriptionDevelop and deliver data engineering solutions, primarily using Python or other relevant programming languages.Actively participate in agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, refinement, and retrospectives.Collaborate closely with stakeholders and...
Software Developer at SNG Grant Thornton – Gauteng Midrand
DescriptionJob PurposeTo design, develop, test, and maintain secure, scalable, and high-performing software solutions that support business objectives and operational efficiency. The Developer will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable...
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