Data centres could be the spark Africa’s power sector needs
A quarter of the way into the 21st century, digital technology has infiltrated the daily lives of billions of people to an incredible degree across the globe - but not everywhere … yet. By NJ Ayuk, executive chairman of the African Energy Chamber As digital...
AI set to dominate in 2026
Across the Central and Eastern Europe, Middle East, Turkiye and Africa (CEEMETA) region, the pace of AI adoption has moved from steady to rapid. By Mohammed Amin, senior vice-president: CEEMETA at Dell Technologies What felt ambitious just a year ago is now baseline....
Business travel’s hot list for 2026
Business travel in 2025 was characterised by disruption: regional conflict, extreme weather, strikes and - most recently - an unexpected Airbus software update which grounded more than 6 000 flights worldwide. On a positive note, business travel is showing strong...
Meta’s acquisition of Manus signals shift for AI models
Meta Platforms has acquired Singapore-based artificial intelligence (AI) startup Manus. Murthy Grandhi, company profiles analyst at GlobalData, believes Meta is making one of its clearest wagers yet on autonomous AI. “Agreeing to acquire Manus is a move that...
Seasonal attacks define trends for Q1
Each year, South Africa experiences a rise in cybercrime during the festive season. By Ameera Cassoojee, cybersecurity sales specialist at Cisco South Africa Although most public warnings focus on consumers, the underlying tactics are the same ones that drive many of...
Private equity focuses on cybersecurity, AI risks
Venture capital and mid-market private equity firms are focusing on the growing regulatory challenges from cybersecurity and AI, according to new research for global asset service provider Ocorian. Around three out of four (75%) believe cybersecurity compliance issues...
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...
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Endpoint security still anchors cyber resilience in Africa
Africa’s endpoint security market is growing rapidly – and for good reason. Statista projects revenue in this segment to reach $183,29-million in 2025, rising to $318,02-million by 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11,65%. While this figure is modest...
2026 trends for AI and its open source foundations
In 2026, the EMEA market is set to move decisively beyond AI experimentation and into a phase of structured industrialisation. By Pauline Truong, AI specialist solution architect at Red Hat Recent survey data shows only 7% of organisations are “driving customer value”...
Impact sourcing is evolving to meet customer needs
Born out of the need to match talent with growing job opportunities, impact sourcing has become a gamechanger for socio-economic development across Africa. By Lizelle Strydom, MD of CareerBox Africa Originally coined by the Rockefeller Foundation, the term “impact...
AI levels the playing field for SMEs
In many small businesses, the owner often starts out as the bookkeeper, the customer-service desk, the IT technician and the person who steps in when a delivery goes wrong. By Linda Saunders, country manager and senior director: solution engineering, Africa at...
Microgrids support industrial resilience in Africa
Microgrid innovation has the potential to support African manufacturing hubs and mitigate the risks of infrastructural instability, writes Louis Botha, country manager: southern Africa at Aggreko. Manufacturers across Africa suffer heavy financial losses due to...
There’s a smarter way to manage your tech budget
Buying laptops and desktops outright ties up cash in assets that lose value fast. Device-as-a-Service (DaaS), also known as full-maintenance rentals, replaces large upfront purchases with a single monthly operating cost that includes the hardware, support, insurance,...
Creating a culture of cyber awareness across SA requires a mind shift
Let’s be honest, when most people hear “cybersecurity”, their minds jump straight to firewalls, passwords, and maybe a stern compliance checklist. By Tshepo Mokoena, chairperson at In2IT Technologies However, cybersecurity is no longer the sole domain of IT...
How secure modern networks unlock the true power of AI
AI is rapidly becoming the primary driver of growth and innovation, transforming industries and reshaping value creation. By Kamil Hurriparsad, networking architecture executive at Cisco South Africa Yet, despite ambitious plans, many companies aren't fully prepared...
Cloud security demands a smarter, managed approach
As more businesses move their operations to the cloud, securing these environments has become a strategic imperative. By Ryan Boyes, governance, risk and compliance officer at Galix Fortinet’s 2025 report reveals that 35% of IT security budgets are now dedicated to...
Your old hardware could be your most expensive cyber threat
Too many organisations treat secure IT disposal as an afterthought. Once a laptop or hard drive is no longer in use, it’s often left to gather dust or sent to recycling without proper data wiping. That’s a major risk. Sensitive information doesn’t disappear when a...
.NET Developer
Role OverviewA public-sector digital services environment is seeking two Intermediate .NET Developers with Blazor experience to support the development and maintenance of transversal applications and digital platforms. These platforms support large-scale service...
.NET Developer – Western Cape Cape Town
Role OverviewA public-sector digital services environment is seeking two Intermediate .NET Developers with Blazor experience to support the development and maintenance of transversal applications and digital platforms. These platforms support large-scale service...
Data Architect at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Wanted: Data Wizard to Rock the Mining World!Hey, Data Rockstars!Imagine turning massive mountains of ore into streams of pure digital gold. That's your playground as our new Data Architect – the mastermind shaping the future of one of the world's biggest mining...
Data Architect at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
Wanted: Data Wizard to Rock the Mining World!Hey, Data Rockstars!Imagine turning massive mountains of ore into streams of pure digital gold. That's your playground as our new Data Architect – the mastermind shaping the future of one of the world's biggest mining...
Test Analyst at Financial Intelligence Centre – Gauteng Pretoria
FIC is an equal opportunity employer. Preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Targets and our commitment to diversifying our workforceJob DescriptionDesign and execute test cases to ensure the quality and functionality of...
Backend Developer (C#, React, ASP.NET Core) (Centurion) – Gauteng Centurion
ENVIRONMENT:A provider of cutting-edge Digital Solutions based in Centurion is looking to employ a talented Backend Developer to provide technical leadership and expertise in the design, development, and maintenance of software applications. You will guide and mentor...
Senior Back-End Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
The job purpose of a Back-end developer is to provide technical leadership and expertise in the design, development, and maintenance of software applications. They guide and mentor junior team members, make strategic technical decisions, and ensure high-quality...
IT Infrastructure and Network Engineer (DBN Hybrid) (26529)
ENVIRONMENT:PLAY a pivotal role in providing technical leadership and guidance to ensure the alignment of strategies and services as the next IT Infrastructure and Network Engineer sought by a cutting-edge Tech company in Durban. You will oversee high-impact, complex,...
Backend Developer (C#, React, ASP.NET Core) (Centurion)
ENVIRONMENT:A provider of cutting-edge Digital Solutions based in Centurion is looking to employ a talented Backend Developer to provide technical leadership and expertise in the design, development, and maintenance of software applications. You will guide and mentor...
Solutions Architect – 0440
Solutions ArchitectESSENTIALSKILLS:In Depth understanding of Azure infrastructure and services offered. In depth understanding of Terraform infrastructure as code scripting. Azure VNET configuration between services.Monitoring tools in AzureKnowledge transfer — in...
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