Net salaries hold steady for now, but uncertainty looms

The PayInc Net Salary Index, which tracks the average nominal net salaries of approximately 2,1-million South African earners, edged higher in March 2026. Remaining above year-ago levels, the data points to a stabilisation in net salaries over the first quarter of...

Technology convergence redefines competitive advantage

The next wave of competitive advantage will come not from individual breakthrough technologies but from the ability to combine and scale multiple technologies across entire operating systems, according to a new World Economic Forum report. As artificial intelligence...

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...

Updated global treaty to optimise radio spectrum management

The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) has released an updated version of the Radio Regulations, the international treaty governing the global use of radio-frequency spectrum and satellite orbits. Entering into force on 1 January 2025, the 2024 edition of the...

Supply chain under siege

Supply chain cyberattacks have become a huge concern for companies and organisations in recent years due to their potential to cause widespread disruption. And although these malicious attacks have significantly dropped since 2019, they still affect hundreds of...

CIOs move towards becoming business value drivers

The CIO role is evolving beyond that of being a technical problem solver, to becoming a strategic business value driver. However, CIOs themselves need to take the lead in entrenching themselves as agents of change for business. This emerged during a round table...

EWSETA, CSIR collaborate to grow renewable energy skills

The EWSETA (Energy and Water Sector Education and Training Authority) and the CSIR (Council for Scientific and Industrial Research) have entered into a funding agreement with a value of just over R9-million, over the five-year period, to launch the Energy Industry...

New drug discovery accelerated with hybrid quantum computing

The promise of quantum computing is to solve unsolvable problems, and companies are already making headway with hybrid approaches - those that combine classical and quantum computing - to tackle challenges like drug discovery for incurable diseases. By accelerating...

Strong global growth still on the cards for software

The International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Semiannual Software Tracker finds strong revenue results for the global software industry despite fears of inflation and the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. Current geopolitical and macroeconomic turmoil is not expected...

Mental health top of mind for gamers

Good mental health is one of the biggest factors affecting professional gamers, with eSport pros (36% in the Middle East, Turkiye, Africa region) most worried about their mental condition than other gamers, according to a new survey commissioned by Kaspersky. Pro...

Top trends that will impact CMOs in 2023

With more pressure to drive efficient growth during disruptive times, there are three trends that will most impact chief marketing officers (CMOs) in 2023, says Gartner. These trends, the global research group continues, are: Shifting customer behaviours amplify...

Top 10 in-demand tech skills in SA healthcare

Rapid digital transformation is underway in South Africa's healthcare sector and, with a vision of improving access and enhancing patient care, supporting healthcare practitioners and saving costs, the country's healthcare providers are reshaping the patient journey...

Connected care solutions on the rise in North America

Around 30,7-million people in North America were using connected care solutions - medical alert systems, connected medication management solutions, and remote patient monitoring (RPM) solutions - at the end of 2022. This is according to new research from IoT analyst,...

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Availability critical to profitability over Black Friday, Cyber Monday

The increasing popularity of Black Friday and Cyber Monday in South Africa is seeing retailers gearing up for what is expected to be a bumper sales weekend. However the influx of visitors to e-tailers places websites under increased pressure, making availability a key...

DDoS application attacks: what you need to know

The best defence is a multi-layered one, covering the application and the network, says Martin Walshaw, senior engineer at F5 Networks. DDoS attacks are evolving. They are no longer simply a nuisance - they are highly-funded and highly-targeted. Anyone can launch a...

Vox partners with CTU to drive learner employment

Vox, has joined forces with CTU Training Solutions to offer high potential students with work integrated learning (WIL) experience across the spectrum of solutions, services and products currently offered by the company. Vox CEO Jacques du Toit says: Our business is...

Key considerations to excel as a leader

While starting a new role in a leadership position is certainly exciting, these type of positions come with their own, fair share of overwhelming responsibility. Surrounded by instant pressure, taking on a leadership position can be a stressful exercise. However, it...

Most scalable availability suite from Veeam

Veeam Software has announced that New Veeam Availability Suite 9.5, engineered to support enterprises seeking the ability to run their businesses uninterrupted as they adopt more virtualized, cloud-first technologies, is now generally available for customers across...

Gemalto pioneers SIM Reactivation solution

Gemalto has announced LinqUs SIM Reactivation, the world's first solution for real-time reactivation of dormant SIMs that allows operators to seamlessly reconnect lost prepaid subscribers at a fraction of normal acquisition costs. Gemalto's innovative platform is...

How video on demand could boost education

Video on Demand (VOD) services are ideally positioned to expand the reach of quality education and even help subsidise the cost of education. "On-demand is not just for entertainment," says Stephen Watson, MD of South African video on demand solutions provider,...

Wipro launches Open Banking API platform

Wipro has announced the launch of its Open Banking API (Application Programming Interface) platform. The Open API platform, will enable banks and financial institutions to launch Open Banking initiatives and create new forms of distribution channels and servicing...

Ideco drives global biometric authentication

Having recently launched what it believes to be a world-first biometric solution that aims to change the way governments manage citizen authentication, Ideco now plans to revolutionise the $2-trillion global payment processing industry. With projected annual revenues...

DVT is Platinum Sponsor for DevConf 2017

Software and solutions company DVT is a Platinum Sponsor for DevConf 2017, a community-driven, developer focused, one-day conference hosted annually in Johannesburg. The partnership extends the company's longstanding commitment to the South African software...

Project Manager IT – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

We are looking for a motivated Project Manager to join our team and lead exciting projects within the iGaming industry. In this role, you'll manage cross-functional teams, oversee project lifecycles, and ensure successful project delivery within scope, time, and...

Software Developer

Software DeveloperLocation: Fairland, Johannesburg Position OverviewOur client is seeking a Software Developer to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software development with significant experience in C or C++. The role involves...

Senior Business Systems Analyst

Gathering, identifying and documenting business requirementsAnalyse business and system requirements and the business implication of user requirements to the business process involved.Produce documentation accordingly and propose improvements where appropriateExtract...

PHP Developer

Are you a PHP developer seeking a new challenge within an environment where you will always be growing but also have the perfect work life balance. My client requires a PHP Developer that has 4+ years ofPHP and object-orientated coding knowledge and experience with...

Senior Software Tester

Title: Senior Software Tester Industry: Financial Services Location: Cape Town (Hybrid) Type: 12-month contractOverview: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Software Tester with a strong background in integrating legacy systems onto new platforms....

Software Developer – Gauteng Fairland

Software DeveloperLocation: Fairland, Johannesburg Position OverviewOur client is seeking a Software Developer to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software development with significant experience in C or C++. The role involves...

Senior Business Systems Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town

Gathering, identifying and documenting business requirementsAnalyse business and system requirements and the business implication of user requirements to the business process involved.Produce documentation accordingly and propose improvements where appropriateExtract...

PHP Developer – Western Cape Table View

Are you a PHP developer seeking a new challenge within an environment where you will always be growing but also have the perfect work life balance. My client requires a PHP Developer that has 4+ years ofPHP and object-orientated coding knowledge and experience with...

Senior Software Tester – Western Cape Cape Town CBD

Title: Senior Software Tester Industry: Financial Services Location: Cape Town (Hybrid) Type: 12-month contractOverview: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Software Tester with a strong background in integrating legacy systems onto new platforms....

Full Stack Java Developer (Entry) DCFSD1 TT

In our E/E system development team, we are responsible for the development of basic E/E diagnostic systems for the global production networkYou assume responsibility for implementing features in E/E diagnostic basic systemsYou plan and coordinate the necessary rollout...

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