AI put to work on solutions for youth unemployment
A University of Cape Town (UCT) researcher has secured a prestigious international research grant to investigate whether artificial intelligence (AI) can improve employment prospects for unemployed young people in South Africa, placing local youth at the centre of a...
Book-type devices to dominate foldable smartphone shipments
For the global foldable smartphone market, 2026 is expected to represent a structural inflection point, moving beyond a cyclical recovery toward a more sustainable expansion phase. In contrast, 2025 largely functioned as a transition year, characterized by inventory...
Businesses urged to take action as 95% of AI pilot projects fail
A recent MIT report featured in Fortune magazine revealed that 95% of generative-AI pilot projects are failing, resulting in investors pulling back and misrepresenting this as a failure of the technology itself. However, the real failure lies in the way organisations...
Measles vaccine has saved hundreds of thousands of lives
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has underscored the remarkable progress made in the fight against measles over the past 24 years. Since 2000, global measles cases have fallen by 71%, dropping from an estimated 38-million to 11-million in 2024 – with improvements...
NASA Orbiter shines new light on long-running Martian mystery
NASA’s Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO) has revisited and raised new questions about a mysterious feature buried beneath thousands of feet of ice at the Red Planet’s south pole. In a recent study, researchers conclude from data obtained using an innovative radar...
Global IT spend set to surge
The amount of money the business sector pours into IT devices, services, and solutions has exploded over the past five years and continues to rise even after the Covid-19 tech boom. With companies and organisations rushing to upgrade everything from automation and...
Government CIOs expect IT budgets to go up
Fifty-two percent of government CIOs (not including the US) expect their IT budgets to increase for AI and other key technologies in 2026, according to a survey by Gartner. This is despite overall budget pressures, with governments recognizing their transformational...
Young scientists do SA proud at SciFest International STEM Fair
Team South Africa made a remarkable impact at the SciFest International STEM Fair (ISF) in Dublin, Ireland, bringing home top honours for their exceptional scientific research and innovations. The all-girl team, made up of three talented teenage scientists, competed...
SA users rates ride-hailing service as safer than other transport modes
A new Safety Index report by Ipsos, commissioned by ride-hailing platform Bolt reveals that 90% of South African ride-hailing users now consider ride-hailing services inherently safer than conventional transport modes such as buses and traditional taxis. These...
How to unlock Africa’s economic potential
Africa's abundant natural resources, young population and expanding middle class are set to redefine the continent's role in global economic growth, sustainable development and the energy transition. This is according to S&P Global’s Look Forward: Unlocking...
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Aviation security leaders call for digital identity
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is calling for the rapid adoption of digital identity technologies to enhance aviation security and operational efficiency. Leading government and industry stakeholders in aviation security participating in the Sydney...
How to foster a culture of diverse thought
The future of work is evolving, and the business world stands at a pivotal moment for creating truly inclusive environments that embrace diversity in all its forms. According to Genevieve Koolen, HR director at SAP Africa, the embracing of diversity is not just a...
What retailers need to know before embarking on a SaaS journey
Modern retail is dependent on technology to deliver the type of frictionless experience consumers demand and employees need. Over and above this, seamless integrations are the lifeblood of operational efficacy and efficiency in the race to win and retain market share....
Why we urgently need smart tech in hospitality
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When does wasting time become a dismissible offence?
Time is indeed considered the most valuable asset for humankind, impacting everything from personal growth to societal progress, writes Wesley Field, provincial manager of Consolidated Employers’ Organisation. By implication, time is undeniably a business's most...
How CPaaS X empowers companies in the digital age
In the modern digital landscape, effective communication is crucial for businesses to stay ahead of the competition, and the introduction of Communications Platform-as-a-Service (CPaaS X), a new set of enhanced Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), is positioned...
Why businesses are replacing their printers in 2025
South Africa’s printer market is experiencing a shift, driven by a combination of economic pressure and renewed business investment. According to Statista, the local printer and copier market reached $61,1-million in revenue in 2024, with a projected 2% growth in...
Bridging the digital divide in rural SA
As South Africa commemorates Human Rights Month this March, we must confront an escalating crisis that threatens to entrench inequality and hinder progress - the digital divide. In rural South Africa, limited access to digital technologies is not just an...
Qlik recognised in 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant
Qlil has been recognised as a Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Augmented Data Quality Solutions, marking its sixth time receiving this recognition. "With AI models increasingly commoditised, the true differentiator is data quality," says Mike Capone, CEO...
Cyber resilience in the modern era goes beyond backup
Since its inception in 2011, World Backup Day has witnessed a dramatic transformation in the IT security landscape. What began as a focus on hardware failure and data loss has evolved into a complex battle against sophisticated cyber threats, writes Rekha Shenoy, CEO...
Business Analyst
ENVIRONMENT:A fast-growing, tech-driven insurance and financial services business based in George is looking for a Business Analyst to help translate business needs into clear, actionable technical solutions. This role sits at the intersection of business, technology,...
AI & Data Solutions Architect at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Build the future of AI at enterprise scaleAre you passionate about Generative AI, large-scale data platforms, and cloud-native architecture? Do you want to design AI solutions that move beyond experimentation and into real-world, business-critical impact?We are...
Project Manager IT
Bachelor's Degree in Commerce or an equivalent qualification (at NQF7 level);A project management qualification;Solid knowledge of the project management discipline; andA minimum of five to eight years' experience in project/programme management.Email updated CV's to...
DevOps Engineer (SQL, Reporting & Application Platforms) (JHB)
ENVIRONMENT:A cutting-edge HealthTech solutions in Joburg seeks a DevOps Engineer for this hands-on role where you will work across SQL Server, SSRS, C#/.NET applications, and Azure-hosted services, supporting systems end-to-end — from database logic and reporting,...
Business Analyst – Western Cape Tamsui Industria
ENVIRONMENT:A fast-growing, tech-driven insurance and financial services business based in George is looking for a Business Analyst to help translate business needs into clear, actionable technical solutions. This role sits at the intersection of business, technology,...
AI & Data Solutions Architect at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
Build the future of AI at enterprise scaleAre you passionate about Generative AI, large-scale data platforms, and cloud-native architecture? Do you want to design AI solutions that move beyond experimentation and into real-world, business-critical impact?We are...
Project Manager IT – Gauteng Pretoria CBD
Bachelor's Degree in Commerce or an equivalent qualification (at NQF7 level);A project management qualification;Solid knowledge of the project management discipline; andA minimum of five to eight years' experience in project/programme management.Email updated CV's to...
DevOps Engineer (SQL, Reporting & Application Platforms) (JHB) – Gauteng Johannesburg
ENVIRONMENT:A cutting-edge HealthTech solutions in Joburg seeks a DevOps Engineer for this hands-on role where you will work across SQL Server, SSRS, C#/.NET applications, and Azure-hosted services, supporting systems end-to-end — from database logic and reporting,...
Data Platform Developer
Exciting Opportunity: Database Developer - Financial Crime & Database IntelligenceLocation: Centurion | Hybrid Work Model Contract Type: Permanent Job Summary.Our client, a national financial intelligence, compliance monitoring, and crime detection authority seeks...
Support Engineer (SQL / Linux / Oracle Apex) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
The Support Engineer will support and maintain custom applications, taking full ownership of customer-reported issues through to resolution. The role involves proactive system maintenance, troubleshooting, and collaboration across teams to ensure high service...
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