PC shipments tank as memory crunch bites

Worldwide PC shipments fell 4,9% year-over-year in Q2 2026 to 68,2-million units, according to IDC — the first decline after nine consecutive quarters of growth. A persistent memory chip shortage drove the reversal, pushing vendors to pull inventory forward as far as...

AI, cross-border trade reshape e-commerce in SA

AI could soon choose what we buy, sustainability has shifted from nice-to-have to non-negotiable, and second-hand shopping is rapidly becoming mainstream, according to DHL’s E-Commerce Trends Report 2026. Based on survey findings from 29 000 online shoppers and 5 800...

How air transport industry plans to move 10bn passengers a year

It really sounds like a frequent flyer’s dream: Borders cleared in 10 seconds; weather delays cut by 65%; lost luggage down 90%; AI continually driving efficiency. But all this is becoming reality, says the SITA Impact Report 2025, documenting a year of customer-led...

Euclid space telescope marks a milestone in cosmic history

The European Space Agency’s Euclid space telescope has discovered 31 of the most ancient quasars ever found - and two of these giant and dazzling galaxy cores, powered by gargantuan black holes, are the earliest quasars yet observed in cosmic history. They shone with...

AI shapes the future of work

South Africa may face both risks and opportunities as artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics accelerate a global economic shift that could redefine work, income, and human purpose over the next decade. This is according to new strategic research by Hywel George,...

Data from Canvas data breach could still be leaked

A recent Canvas data breach saw data from more than 275-million people in about 9 000 schools and universities around the world compromised – and it  might still be leaked. ShinyHunters, the hacking group that claimed responsibility for the Instructure data breach,...

Countdown to ZANOG@iWeek2026

With scarcely two months to go until ZANOG@iWeek2026 kicks off in April, ISPA reminds delegates there is no cost to register. ISPA is South Africa’s official internet Industry Representative Body (IRB) and an event partner with ZANOG (the South African Network...

AI is fueling biometric fraud in southern Africa

Artificial intelligence (AI) has rapidly reduced the cost, while increasing the scalability and quality of deepfake fraud. In addition, as identity becomes part of the fabric of many essential applications, fraudsters increasingly attack the online ID capture pipeline...

Power, cooling, AI demands push SA’s data centres to breaking point

As South Africa’s digital economy accelerates, traditional data centre infrastructure is increasingly seen as insufficient to meet the demands of AI growth, data sovereignty, and sustainability. Local market data shows rapid infrastructure growth, but rising energy...

Global recruiters set their sights on SA skills

International companies are increasingly looking to South Africa for new skilled employees. Pnet, South Africa’s leading online recruitment platform, has released its Pnet Job Market Trends Report for February, including an analysis of trends in international...

Economic tailwinds boost FMCG retail

South African consumers spent nearly R683,3-billion on fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) through traditional and modern trade channels during 2025. This represents year-over-year value growth of 5,7%, with unit sales increasing by 6,7%, according to the State of the...

Google adds African languages to AI tools

Google has expanded its AI Overviews and AI Mode search tools to support 13 African languages in addition to English. The newly supported languages are Afrikaans (South Africa), Akan (Ghana), Amharic (Ethiopia), Hausa (Nigeria), Kinyarwanda (Rwanda), Afaan Oromoo...

Vodacom kicks of 2026 UN Global Compact SDG Innovation Accelerator

Vodacom has launched the 2026 cohort of the UN Global Compact SDG Innovation Accelerator, welcoming 98 young professionals from across Africa to develop commercially-viable business solutions aligned to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). “This...

Pentagon formalises Anthropic designation as supply chain risk

Anthropic has been official designate a supply chain risk to the US’s national security following its fall-out with the Pentagon last week. Dario Amodei, CEO of Anthropic, says the company received a letter from the Department of War on Wednesday (4 March), confirming...

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Failure to spot financial crime red flags costs businesses billions

Despite efforts to improve compliance, South African businesses remain highly vulnerable to financial crime - with an estimated R182-billion lost annually to money laundering and related illicit activity. This is according to Global Financial Integrity, a US-based...

The importance of DEI initiatives in an African context

Africa is often described as a great melting pot – and with good reason. This vast continent holds a rich tapestry of cultures, languages, and ethnicities. By Lizelle Strydom, MD of CareerBox Africa However, across the continent historical, political, and economic...

The road to responsible AI is paved with data efficiency

Discussions surrounding the responsible adoption of AI are increasingly taking centre stage in boardrooms across Africa. A significant number of CEOs are grappling with the ethical complexities inherent in implementing this powerful technology. One pressing issue...

Data centres and the need to protect against unpredictable disruptions

In today's data centre environment, outages – whether related to power, water or fibre optics – are a daily reality. However, it is not just about responding to these events; it is about being prepared and capable when they occur. By Jacques De Jager, chief operations...

What does a good cyber security incident response plan look like?

It doesn't matter how large your organisation is, you are at risk. Sooner or later cyber criminals will try to attack you. It’s not a matter of whether your organisation will face a security incident, but rather when. That's why a robust incident response plan is...

Disrupt first, ask questions later

Attackers don’t wait for board approval. They slip through a mis-configured firewall at 02:00 on a Sunday or phish a distracted employee just before quarter-end. By Ryno Le Roux, cyber operations manager at NEC XON At that moment, every control you’ve bought is judged...

How insurers can manage premium skipping

Insurers plan for lapses in insurance policies, but in tough financial times, lapse rates tend to go up, writes J’Mari Kloppers, senior solutions engineer at Root platform. Traditional insurance approaches to unpaid premiums rely on punitive measures: stern warnings,...

AI transforms the enterprise need for platform engineering

“Software is eating the world”, as Marc Andreessen once stated, all the way back in 2011. More than a decade later, this has proven to be true as software now defines the modern enterprise. By Jonny Williams, chief digital adviser for the UK public sector at Red Hat...

Young girls breaking barriers this youth month

The official unemployment rate in South Africa rose to 32,9% in the first quarter of 2025, with the number of unemployment people increasing by 237 000 compared to the previous three-month period. Youth unemployment (15–24-year-old job seekers), climbed to 62.4% in Q1...

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Native iOS Developer – Gauteng Pretoria Region

The Native iOS Developer will play a key role in designing, building, and maintaining high-quality mobile applications, contributing to the delivery of scalable and robust digital solutions. This role involves full ownership of features from concept through to...

NOC Engineer/Systems Admin (Remote)

ENVIRONMENT:MONITOR, maintain, and support the network, compute infrastructure, and critical systems as the next NOC Engineer/Systems Admin wanted by a provider of cutting-edge Digital Solutions. The role ensures high availability, optimal performance, and rapid...

Senior BI Analyst

Our client, a leader in the Telecommunications / BPO sector, Durban, is looking to fill the position of Senior BI Analyst. Purpose of the Role:To lead reporting, dashboarding, and performance analysis across telecoms products and campaigns. Key Responsibilities:...

Software Developer

One of our clients is seeking a Software Developer that will independently develop and maintain components of platforms and energy management solutions. This role requires taking ownership of features, contributing to design, and supporting junior developers. Key...

Java Technical Lead

One of our clients is seeking a skilled developer to build world-class web and mobile applications for leading South African organisations. The role involves applying strong expertise in modern technology frameworks, contributing across the full SDLC from design and...

Senior Developer (.Net)

If you want autonomy, variety, and the kind of work that actually makes it into production, this is the seat. Build real-world systems at a multi-disciplinary tech partner in Menlyn, Pretoria.PurposeLead development, architecture, and delivery of business-critical...

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