Technology, talent and trust will define the workplace in 2026

With companies increasingly prioritising their employees, they are also recognising that productivity and engagement are driven by how, when and with whom they collaborate rather than solely where they work. Organisations of all sizes are embracing flexible and hybrid...

Swift action needed to unlock AI’s $1trn opportunity for Africa

The African Development Bank has released a report establishing a strategic roadmap for unlocking the economic and social potential of artificial intelligence (AI) across Africa. Developed under the G20 Digital Transformation Working Group, Africa’s AI Productivity...

AI, geopolitics reshaping the future of global energy markets

S&P Global Energy has released its Top Trends report identifying the pivotal developments shaping clean energy technology, sustainability, and growth in global energy markets in 2026. "In 2026, AI's surging power demand growth will be testing grid limits, revenue...

Global IT market on course for its best year since 1996

Worldwide spending on IT – including hardware, software and IT services - is on course to post an increase of 14% in 2025, representing the fastest year of growth since 1996 when the launch of Windows 95, expanding PC usage and Internet adoption were the primary...

Data fabric key for AI-supply chain integration

Chief supply chain officers (CSCOs) seeking to scale advanced analytics and AI across complex, multi-system environments can leverage a data fabric architecture to create an AI‑ready data foundation, according to Gartner. A data fabric architecture is a modern...

Intel debuts faster hybrid AI models

At CES Las Vegas in January, Intel launched Intel AI Assistant Builder (formerly SuperBuilder) – a free software stack available to anyone with an Intel-based AI PC. Once downloaded and installed, Intel AI Assistant Builder doesn’t require an Internet connection to...

Webb discovers a new moon orbiting Uranus

Using NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope, a team led by the Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) has identified a previously unknown moon orbiting Uranus, expanding the planet’s known satellite family to 29. The detection was made during a Webb observation on 2 February...

EchoLink and the rise of zero-click AI exploits

Cybersecurity researchers at Check Point have uncovered a critical zero-click vulnerability in Microsoft 365 Copilot - dubbed EchoLink - which allows attackers to extract sensitive corporate data without any user interaction. The exploit, which has since been patched...

INX-ZA future-proofs Internet connectivity in SA

INX-ZA, the Internet exchange point division of the Internet Service Provider Association (ISPA), has appointed Nokia to modernise its exchange infrastructure to offer new 400GE and expanded 100GE services to its customers across the country. As a result, it says,...

GReAT uncovers new Trojan GodRAT

Kaspersky’s Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) has uncovered GodRAT - a new Remote Access Trojan distributed via malicious screensaver files disguised as financial documents and that were delivered through Skype messenger up until March 2025 - and subsequently...

JSE roadshow looks to empower SMEs

The Johannesburg Stock Exchange’s third annual SME Rise Capital Matching Roadshow is now underway, continuing its mission to unlock funding opportunities and accelerate growth for South Africa’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs). This year, the roadshow will expand...

Vertiv finalises Great Lakes acquisition

Vertiv has expanded its rack, cabinet, and integration solutions for white space applications with the $200-million acquisition of Great Lakes Data Racks & Cabinets group. "We are pleased to officially welcome the Great Lakes team to Vertiv and begin innovating...

Africa rallies innovative financing for climate-driven health crises

As rising heat waves, floods, and droughts push Africa’s health systems to the brink, governments, innovators, and partners are charting a new path to protect the continent’s most vulnerable communities. At a recent two-day regional workshop in Nairobi, convened by...

IBM, NASA debut open source AI model for solar observation

IBM and NASA have unveiled the most advanced open-source foundation model designed to understand high resolution solar observation data and predict how solar activity affects Earth and space-based technology. Surya, named for the Sanskrit word for the Sun, represents...

More News Today

Cisco, NTT Data partner to simplify 5G access

Cisco and NTT Data have expanded their partnership to transform how global enterprises access wireless connectivity. As demand for flexible and cost-effective connectivity surges, Cisco and NTT Data are responding with a unified solution backed by world-class support...

Don’t let the holiday rush ruin your customer experience

Businesses generally, and retailers specifically, are about to enter a period that can best be described as the holiday rush. Martie de Beer, contact centre executive at Telviva  High volumes, which started over the Black Friday period, will persist through the...

Why it’s important to switch off

Feeling the weight that this year has placed on your energy and productivity? By Anja van Beek, talent and culture strategist, leadership and HR expert, and executive coach As we approach the holiday shutdown in South Africa and prepare to usher in a new year, it is...

Close out the year with intention

International performance coach and leading business strategist, Alvin Govender, has created a guide demonstrating how to assess the past year with balance, compassion, and purpose to set the stage for future success. Annually, as October arrives, we all feel it...

Cutting corners in hiring? It could cost you big

In South Africa’s challenging economic environment, where unemployment rates remain stubbornly high, recruiting the right talent is more complicated than it might initially seem. By Evelyn Vanassche, head of recruitment at Teleresources With a larger pool of job...

Why talented professionals should consider going independent

Imagine waking up tomorrow with the freedom to choose the projects you’re passionate about, set your own schedule, and build a career on your terms. For an increasing number of professionals, this isn’t just a dream - it’s the reality of independent consulting, writes...

Self-service payment platform for SMBs  

The Shoprite Group has introduced GetPaid, an innovative new platform that enables small business owners to invoice and receive payments seamlessly, anytime, anywhere. With GetPaid there is no need for smaller enterprises to face the challenges of long delays between...

Red Hat collaborates with AWS on virtualisation, AI for hybrid cloud

Red Hat has signed a strategic collaboration agreement (SCA) with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to scale availability of Red Hat open source solutions in AWS Marketplace, building upon the two companies’ long-standing relationship. Red Hat intends to help empower...

Esquire achieves 200% growth in Black Friday online sales

Esquire achieved over 200% growth in online sales during Black Friday 2024 compared to the previous year. Esquire invested over R600 000 to completely overhaul its online platform, transitioned from outdated ASPX.net and Flash-based systems to a modern platform...

Technology empowers at-risk communities

In the healthcare sector, when people “fall through the cracks”, it often reveals deeper systemic issues: unmet health and social care needs. Vulnerable communities across the globe face these challenges, and traditional healthcare systems often struggle to bridge...

EPM Systems Admin at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client is a global investment advisory firm focusing on long-term value creation through investment strategies. They work with a diverse group of institutional partners and pride themselves on their collaborative, sustainable, inclusive culture...

Technical Project Manager (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:An international and highly regarded organisation dedicated to "doing good" for society, they are renowned for their ethics, upliftment programs and while their tech environment is leading edge, this organisation is ideal for someone who wants to make...

IT System Administrator at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client is a global investment advisory firm focusing on long-term value creation through investment strategies. They work with a diverse group of institutional partners and pride themselves on their collaborative, sustainable, inclusive culture...

ESG Analyst at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:With a focus on Africa, China, the UK and the US, this global investment firm offers you an opportunity to be involved with a unique approach to responsible investing whilst driving performance and innovation. This client is guided by a philosophy of...

Developer – Internship Role (CPT) at Parvana Recruitment

Client Details:Our client has grown steadily since the 1990's without ever retrenching anyone. They hire for attitude and train for skill. Most staff have been there for over 10 years. Flexi-time, generous bonuses and the opportunity to learn and continuously evolve...

Configuration Analyst (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client: Our client is a global leader in digital marketing and client reporting solutions, empowering financial professionals to enhance data-driven decisions. With operations spanning four continents, they are rapidly expanding their team worldwide. Serving...

View more career listings on our Careers Section