Global IT spend set for13,5% growth, to $6,31trn

Worldwide IT spending is expected to reach $6,31-trillion in 2026, up 13,5% from 2025, according to the latest forecast by Gartner. “This latest forecast underscores the accelerating momentum in AI infrastructure and advanced memory,” says John-David Lovelock,...

Beware the gap between perceived AI readiness and DR capability

Software-as-a-service (SaaS) data protection is seen as a high priority when implementing AI solutions – but a survey of senior IT decision-makers has revealed a gap between perceived readiness and tested, validated disaster recovery capability. This is among the...

As cost pressures mount, consumers shift spend to essentials

South African consumers are adjusting their financial behaviour in response to ongoing cost pressures, with TransUnion's Q1 2026 Consumer Pulse Study revealing meaningful shifts in how households spend, save and manage credit. While many households remain under...

Memory and SSD shortage set to impact SA

The memory and SSD crisis is real – and it’s broader and faster‑moving than many in the IT industry expect. This is the stark warning from Craig Nowitz, CEO of Syntech, who recently returned from the Hong Kong electronics shows and a week of factory visits in China....

ACSA sets sights on air cargo growth in Africa

Despite facing challenges such as high fuel prices and limited connectivity within the continent and with the rest of the world, Africa's air cargo traffic is set for growth in the coming years, especially on the back of a projected rise in trade. Data released by the...

Full-time in-office working would drive parents to new jobs

New research among working parents has found that three-quarters (74%) would look for a new job if they were asked to travel to a central office five days a week. The study, undertaken by International Workplace Group among more than 1 000 parents in hybrid working...

Banks need to change how they engage with SMEs

Traditional banks' servicing of SMEs does not correspond with the economic importance of this sector. This is according to new research from Pollinate, based on interviews with almost 1 000 banking leaders around the world. The guide plots a path for how traditional...

AI has a role to play in African healthcare

The Covid-19 pandemic has triggered an unprecedented demand for digital technology-based solutions in screening populations, tracking infections and minimising direct human contact. To leverage the use of technologies in the African Region and strengthen health...

Protect the network from blind spots

The hybrid workplace is more reliant than ever on cloud-first technologies, but network blind spots are emerging. This is according to Aric Ault, senior director: channel for Infoblox EMEA, unpacking the 2022 global state of security survey which highlights the...

Ransomware still the top business threat

Ransomware continues to be the number one threat to large and medium-sized businesses, including government organisations. This is the top-level finding from the mid-year cyber threats report, conducted by Acronis' Cyber Protection Operation Centre, which underlines...

SA sitting on IoT business, jobs gold mine

As the Internet of Things (IoT) gains traction, South Africa is sitting on a gold mine of opportunities for business and job creation across the IoT ecosystem. This is according to Mark O' Donoghue, chief sales and marketing officer at Link Africa, who says IoT data...

Open source platforms and the drive for innovation

Kathy Gibson reports - Innovation is the lifeblood of the economy, and a required ingredient for success in any organisation. Open source software and platforms could be the catalyst to spark this innovation, says Dion Harvey, regional GM of Red Hat Southern Africa...

The costs of not being ethical

Ethical behaviour may not deliver easily measurable profits, but the costs of not being ethical can be devastating, according to the Institute of Information Technology Professionals South Africa (IITPSA) Social and Ethics Committee. In the first of a series of...

Cloud in Africa 2022: Quality of service is key

Kathy Gibson reports - Cloud holds the promise of massive opportunities for Africa, allowing startups and smaller organisations to compete on the same footing as global brands. That's the word from Arthur Goldstuck, MD of World Wide Worx, who was addressing delegates...

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African business is easy – with the right partner

Africa's growth is skyrocketing, driving a previously unseen business interest and investment on the continent. Africa is seen to be one of the hottest global opportunities for corporate expansion. However, not all African countries are enjoying the same speed and...

Trend Micro Cloud App Security is more sharing

Business cloud users are estimated to grow from 50-million in 2013 to 695-million by 2022, making data security a top operational concern for organisations transitioning to the cloud. Trend Micro has announced the expansion of its Cloud App Security solution to Box,...

Fortinet strengthen its presence in African market

Fortinet has invested in the African market through the appointment of three new members. This reinforcement of the team aims at expanding its business growth on the African market, says Perry Hutton, regional vice-president - Africa at Fortinet. "As the African...

The Notebook Company adds R128 000 gamer’s laptop

Laptop and accessories retailer, The Notebook Company, recently sold a Dell Alienware custom built gamer's laptop worth R60 000 and is now offering a gaming laptop, the Asus Rog GX700, which is priced at R120 000. This is the most expensive laptop ever offered in...

Netsurit and Inobits in strategic merger

Technology services company Netsurit and niche professional services consultancy Inobits have concluded a deal, with the two companies merging under the Netsurit banner. Their combined skills sets create a business poised to quickly capture new market share, enabling...

Arrow Electronics is a Fortune Most Admired Company

Arrow Electronics, the joint venture partner of African distributor Arrow Altech Distribution (AAD), has been named to Fortune magazine's "World's Most Admired Companies" for the 16th consecutive year. Arrow Altech again topped the list in the "Wholesalers:...

Africa Internet Group secures €300m of funding

Africa Internet Group (AIG), the parent of African e-commerce platform Jumia, has secured more than Euro 300-million in funding from new and existing investors, including the previously announced funding commitment from AXA, a leader in insurance and asset management....

Key budget highlights you may have missed

Rob Cooper, tax expert and director of legislation and proposed legislation at Sage HR & Payroll, upacks some of the less obvious elements from last week's National Budget Speech. Last week Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan did an admirable job of balancing South...

Reports of tape’s demise are greatly exaggerated

As with most things vintage or old, tape storage has through the years been the highlight of many technology obituary pages.  The basic thinking is that current technologies like disk storage and cloud offer more advantages like faster throughput and reliability....

Visa expands operations to Côte d’Ivoire

Visa has announced its intention to open an office in Côte d'Ivoire, bringing the benefits of electronic payments to the economy and a broader range of consumers and merchants across the region. Visa is currently in the process to finalising the procedures leading to...

Intermediate – Senior Test Analyst – Western Cape Bellville

My client based in Cape Town (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for an Intermediate - Senior Test Analysts to join them on an independent contract basis IT / Finance Experience ISTQB Test Analyst CertificateSolid understanding of Software quality and Agile...

Service Desk Analyst

Your passion for IT coupled with your strong customer service skills and sense of urgency could put you in line for this great opportunity in a top employer. You will be responsible for receiving inbound calls/electronic requests from business clients with IT support...

Telco Solution Architect Manager at Accenture

Key Responsibilities:Develop project architectures and roadmaps based on the client's enterprise architecture strategy. Design and document complex solutions that could be based on microservices, other custom technologies, or a blend of COTS and SaaS/PaaS solutions,...

Business Analyst

My client based in Sandton is currently looking for a Business Analyst to join them on an independent contract basis IT / Finance Responsibilities Process and Data Mapping: Perform detailed analysis, documenting processes, and mapping data intricaciesAnalyse As-Is...

Senior Business Systems Analyst

My client based in Cape Town (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for a Senior Business Systems Analysts to join them on an independent contract basis IT / Finance Experience 5 years' experience as a Business Analyst3 years' experience as a Systems AnalystA proven...

Service Desk Analyst – Western Cape Century City

Your passion for IT coupled with your strong customer service skills and sense of urgency could put you in line for this great opportunity in a top employer. You will be responsible for receiving inbound calls/electronic requests from business clients with IT support...

Telco Solution Architect Manager at Accenture – Gauteng Midrand

Key Responsibilities:Develop project architectures and roadmaps based on the client's enterprise architecture strategy. Design and document complex solutions that could be based on microservices, other custom technologies, or a blend of COTS and SaaS/PaaS solutions,...

Business Analyst – Gauteng Sandown

My client based in Sandton is currently looking for a Business Analyst to join them on an independent contract basis IT / Finance Responsibilities Process and Data Mapping: Perform detailed analysis, documenting processes, and mapping data intricaciesAnalyse As-Is...

Senior Business Systems Analyst – Western Cape Bellville

My client based in Cape Town (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for a Senior Business Systems Analysts to join them on an independent contract basis IT / Finance Experience 5 years' experience as a Business Analyst3 years' experience as a Systems AnalystA proven...

Service Desk Analyst

Your passion for IT coupled with your strong customer service skills and sense of urgency could put you in line for this great opportunity in a top employer. You will be responsible for receiving inbound calls/electronic requests from business clients with IT support...

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