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...

July 2024 sets new heat records

Earth's hottest day since records began in the 19th century was 22 July 2024, according to a NASA analysis of global daily temperature data. The previous two days, 21 July and 23 July of this year, also exceeded the previous daily record, set in July 2023. These...

Strong start to Q3 as July PMI surges to 52.4

The seasonally adjusted Absa Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) increased by 6.7 points to 52.4 in July 2024, up from 45.7 in June 2024, reflecting a solid start to the third quarter following a weak May and June. The survey results show that both domestic and global...

Technology suppliers are key to building value for businesses

Enterprises are moving beyond their initial digital transformation initiatives – which were accelerated during the pandemic – and are now transitioning to the next step of running viable digital businesses that rely on software applications to help generate new...

Workonline expands IP transit to East London

Workonline Communications Group has deployed its seventh South African point of presence (PoP) at the East London Industrial Development Zone Datacentre (ELIDZ DC). This is Workonline’s first edge data centre, bringing about a 25% improvement in latency for clients...

Physical activity reduces depression risk in women – but not in men

Engaging in physical activity reduces the risk of depression in South African women, according to a study by the University of Cape Town (UCT), which suggests that health policies to ensure access and promotion of physical activity resources to prevent depression are...

Companies will invest in software to counter expense fraud

The total revenue generated by T&E (Travel & Expense) management software will reach $16-billion globally by 2027; up from $8.7 billion in 2022, according to a new study from Juniper Research. It predicts the risk of expense fraud will increase as hybrid...

ITU charts path to a connected and united digital future

A meeting of the highest decision-making body of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) ended late last week with member states reaching consensus on actions to ensure that digital technology reaches and benefits people across the world. The Plenipotentiary...

Consumers still want to celebrate this holiday season

From snagging the best Black Friday deals to booking flights, the holidays can be very stressful for consumers. That has only been compounded over the last few years by the evolving Covid-19 pandemic, inflation, worries about gifts and other items being in stock, and...

These factors influence growth in security spend

Three factors influencing growth in security spending are the increase in remote and hybrid work, the transition from virtual private networks (VPNs) to zero trust network access (ZTNA) and the shift to cloud-based delivery models, according to Gartner. “The pandemic...

Amid shifting threats, cybersecurity is more important than ever

Visa has an updated look at how fraud has evolved since the height of the pandemic, with criminals simultaneously targeting online and offline vulnerabilities as our daily lives return to a blend of in-person and e-commerce experiences. “As in-person commerce returns...

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Sophos is a ‘Visionary’ for Enterprise Mobility Management

Gartner has named the Sophos a Visionary in the Magic Quadrant Report for Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) Suites for the third year in a row. With its Sophos Mobile Control product, Sophos is the only endpoint and network security-focused vendor placed in this...

Zero Plus unveils first EFI LED printer in SA

Communications, printing and design services company Zero Plus has unveiled the first EFI H1625 LED printer in South Africa, acquired from EFI's sub-Saharan partner Bytes Document Solutions and its business partner Ivyline Technologies. Francois Coertze, production...

Fortinet achieves 99,9% security effectiveness score

NSS Lab's recent Data Centre Intrusion Prevention System (DCIPS) report and its Security Value Map reveals that Fortinet's FortiGate 3000D earned the highest ratings for Security Effectiveness, blocking 99,9% of exploits, and TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) per...

Security considerations for every call centre

With any IT infrastructure within a contact centre comes risk. And while this risk should not paralyse operations, it should be investigated carefully and practically to find the safest and most appropriate solution. According to Jed Hewson, co-founder of cloud-based...

Tips for winning in the retail space

Robbie Johnson, retail manager at Drive Control Corporation (DCC), examines the science of retail shopping. According to studies by leading consumer manufacturing companies, the majority of people look and then turn to the left when they enter a store.  This is a very...

A coding opportunity for African teachers

In preparation for Africa Code Week, the largest digital literacy initiative in Africa, the Cape Town Science Centre is inviting teachers with little or no experience in coding to participate in free Train-the-Trainer coding workshops taking place on 22 and 23 July at...

Avaya, iSON drive digital transformation in Africa

Avaya and iSON Technologies are working closely on key strategic accounts across Africa to help customers achieve their digital transformation objectives. Enterprises in Africa are looking at digitization strategies to drive operational excellence, improve customer...

Teleforge cuts communication costs

Teleforge Communications, a company providing a range of solutions to debt collection companies,  including call centre solutions, has embarked on a new price war and drastically reducing communications costs for customers. Due to Teleforge's number of call centres...

Is your enterprise fibre delivering on its promise?

With carrier grade fibre connectivity now the de facto standard for enterprise networks, fibre optic customers of can enjoy the ease-of-use benefits this brings. Fibre optic can be classified as a carrier-class product in the sense that it comes standard with...

Software AG offers free 180-day webMethods trial

Software AG has announced the availability of a free 180-day trial of its webMethods platform comprising Hybrid Integration and a Business Process Management suite (BPMS). Hybrid Integration enables organizations to connect cloud, mobile, big data and IoT solutions...

Energy Application Engineer – Western Cape Wellington

We are looking for a Dynamic, Driven Engineer, with a naturally confident & assertive personality type, and experience in the implementation of Energy Saving Measures - specifically Utilities (Boilers, Cooling Towers, Chillers etc) - to take on a key role of...

Senior Fullstack Developer

Extensive experience with C# and ASP.Net (+10 years experience)Excellent knowledge of web client-side technologies, including: JavaScript (Angular, React, Vue, or other JavaScript frameworks)TypeScriptCSSProven formal software development experienceStrong technical...

Intermediate Software Engineer

Don't stay stuck in a rut – this company needs you!Finding unique offerings and solutions, reacting to situations at critical moments, changes in the market and new opportunities even in and from the most unexpected places and businesses – is core to what makes us...

Intermediate Python Developer (Remote)

ENVIRONMENT:PLAY a critical role in building the service for a new Forex product, owning projects end to end as the next Intermediate Python Developer sought by a cutting-edge Investment Platform. You will help enhance existing Forex products, develop new products...

Senior Fullstack Developer – Gauteng Braamfontein

Extensive experience with C# and ASP.Net (+10 years experience)Excellent knowledge of web client-side technologies, including: JavaScript (Angular, React, Vue, or other JavaScript frameworks)TypeScriptCSSProven formal software development experienceStrong technical...

Intermediate Software Engineer – Gauteng Gauteng

Don't stay stuck in a rut – this company needs you!Finding unique offerings and solutions, reacting to situations at critical moments, changes in the market and new opportunities even in and from the most unexpected places and businesses – is core to what makes us...

Intermediate Python Developer (Remote) – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:PLAY a critical role in building the service for a new Forex product, owning projects end to end as the next Intermediate Python Developer sought by a cutting-edge Investment Platform. You will help enhance existing Forex products, develop new products...

Head Infrastructure & Enterprise Architecture at Mintek

Introduction Mintek has an exciting career opportunity for a Head Infrastructure & Enterprise Architecture. The candidate will be responsible to lead and manage across different Mintek support services and ensure that all organisational requirements are met. The...

IT Project Manager at Square 1 Recruitment

Our client, a big player in the risk and compliance sector, is looking for a IT Project Manager with 2 -3 years experience to join their team. The role will be responsible for managing their IT Projects for conception, drawing up project plans, execution and...

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