Talent, technology, governance drive growing AI adoption gap
The gap between AI early adopters and also-rans is growing as AI leaders race ahead. This is among the headline findings from a global study examining how executives perceive the opportunities and risks of artificial intelligence (AI) across regions, industries, and...
Critical Claude code flaws exposed
Check Point Research's recent identification of critical vulnerabilities in Anthropic’s Claude Code is a cause for concern, particularly for African organisations. This is the word from Hendrik de Bruin, head of security consulting: SADC at Check Point Software, who...
AI finds a place in every aspect of SA users’ lives
Recent global research from Kaspersky has illuminated a significant shift in AI usage during the holiday season. Far from being just a reliable shopping or planning assistant, artificial intelligence has emerged as a multifaceted digital companion capable of...
Most employees are excited to use AI at work
A significant 65% of employees said they are excited about using AI at work, according to a survey by Gartner. While C-suite executives often attribute AI’s lack of added business value to workforce resistance to adopting AI tools, that isn’t the case. According to a...
Steep increase in server market revenue
According to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Server Tracker, the server market reached a record $112,4-billion dollars in revenue during the third quarter of the year. This quarter showed another high double digit-growth rate by reaching a...
Trends impacting infrastructure and operations in 2026
Gartner has highlighted the top trends that will have a significant impact on infrastructure and operations (I&O) for the next 12-18 months. “I&O leaders must be aware of all of these trends and prepare to act on the ones that are most likely to impact their...
Security trends and predictions for the next year
2025 has been a year defined by sustained pressure on industrial environments mirrored by increasingly complex global threat dynamics. According to the new Kaspersky Security Bulletin report, the share of ICS computers attacked with malware remained high, hovering...
Global XR shipments rebound behind glasses-first momentum
With 2025 coming to a close, IDC forecasts global XR device shipments - including headsets and glasses—to grow 41,6% in 2025, reaching 14,5-million units, according to new data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Augmented and Virtual...
Secure critical infrastructure by tackling technical debt
As policymakers confront new cybersecurity challenges from emerging technologies like AI and quantum computing, an urgent threat hides in plain sight end-of-Life (EoL) technology beyond its supported lifespan. By Eric Wenger, senior director of technology policy...
Global cloud infrastructure spending climbs 25% to $102,6bn
According to new research from Omdia, global spending on cloud infrastructure services reached $102,6-billion in Q3 2025, representing 25% year-on-year growth. Market momentum remained stable, marking the fifth consecutive quarter in which growth has remained above...
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Coding Foundation brings tech economy to rural SA
Youth unemployment sits at a staggering 46,6%, but a new, non-profit initiative aims to train 10 000 rural youths to become coders with secured remote jobs after graduation - all within five years. The Africa Inspired Foundation (AIF) is launching a programme that is...
Global payroll system key to international expansion
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Stronger relationships drive procurement excellence in Africa
Procurement is increasingly recognised as one of Africa’s most powerful economic levers. Public procurement accounts for an average of 17% of GDP across African countries, making it a key driver of infrastructure delivery, public service provision, and national...
Deepfakes and disinformation threaten business
Recenlty, at a typical South African braai, I found myself in a heated conversation with someone highly educated — yet passionately defending a piece of propaganda that had already been widely debunked. By Anna Collard, senior vice-president: content strategy and...
How the new world of work impacts business stakeholders
The South African workplace, like many others across the globe, has experienced significant changes in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic. By Dr Chris Blair, group director of 21st Century These changes, while transformative and in some cases beneficial, have also...
POS could revolutionise SA’s auto industry
The South African automotive sector was lauded as one of the champions of the country’s economy, with the president announcing a variety of investment plans, industrialisation programmes and local production expansion. While larger operators are ahead of the curve...
Economic uncertainty drives increased risk of fraud
During periods of economic uncertainty - whether caused by tariffs, geopolitical events, or other market disruptions - the risk of fraud typically increases, as is common in any volatile financial environment. Malicious actors may look for ways to exploit the...
What SA’s tougher carbon tax means for high-emission industries
The South African government’s ‘carrot and stick’ approach to carbon emissions is going to feature more stick and less carrot in the coming years, as the incentives become less generous and the deterrents more onerous. In other words, the tax-free carbon allowance is...
The state of data protection laws in Africa
Data protection is no longer a niche concern; it’s a fundamental part of the digital age. With businesses, governments, and individuals increasingly relying on digital platforms, the issue of personal data security has never been more critical. By Oluwakemi Ola,...
Decoding Parkinson’s with AI and the cloud
When the British surgeon James Parkinson first described “shaking palsy” in 1817, he did so by looking at the way patients’ bodies moved. Two centuries on, most specialists seeking to diagnose Parkinson’s Disease still do the same. They rely on physical symptoms to...
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Work with stakeholders to gather and translate requirements into actionable technical tasks.Define project scope and align business and technical teams.Design data pipelines, propose data and dashboard solutions, and support development cycles.Be able to facilitate...
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Senior Network Administrator
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Business Analyst/Tester (Transport Management System) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Role OverviewThe Business Analyst / Tester will support CCBA's Transport Management System (TMS) Programme across Release 1 and Release 2, performing a dual role that combines business analysis, system integration, and end-to-end testing responsibilities.The role...
Senior Technology Consultant (Somerset West) – Western Cape Somerset West
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Senior Network Administrator – Gauteng Johannesburg
To support, secure, and maintain the organisation's network and server infrastructure, ensuring stable, secure, and reliable IT operations across the business.Minimum Qualifications and Requirements: Minimum 5 years experience in IT and Network AdministrationDiploma...
Business Analyst/Tester (Transport Management System) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
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Development and maintenance on platform / application.Review and present proposed system solution to IT Project Manager / Leader and User Management or System owner.Develop systems solutions in line with quality and delivery requirements.Preparation of system /...
Integration Architect: Admin Applications – Western Cape Cape Town
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