Budget 2026: Payroll, tax systems are core compliance infrastructure
Stronger revenue without higher taxes is being driven by data-led enforcement, making payroll and tax technology a critical risk control for business. South Africa’s 2026 Budget, by Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwana, makes a decisive statement about the future of...
Budget 2026: offshore discretionary allowance doubled
South African couples can now transfer up to R4-million offshore per year without Reserve Bank approval or a SARS tax clearance certificate, following this week’s Budget announcement that the single discretionary allowance has been doubled from R1-million to...
If it sounds too good to be true … it is!
It started with a bright pink advert on social media: “Limited offer! Get yours today!”. Sam clicked through, paid via a QR code, and watched happily as the tracker showed his “shipment” moving. Then the parcel never arrived. His messages went unanswered and the...
Fully-automated vehicle assembly a reality by 2030
By 2029, only 5% of automakers will maintain strong AI investment growth - a decline from over 95% today, predicts Gartner. “The automotive sector is currently experiencing a period of AI euphoria, where many companies want to achieve disruptive value even before...
Turning screen time into growth time
In a world of mindless scrolling and shrinking attention spans, a young South African entrepreneur is offering an alternative - 20-year-old Muako Maepa has built IQ, a fresh take on quiz gaming that turns the habit of quick digital engagement into something purposeful...
IBM extends enterprise GenAI with Confluent acquisition
IBM and Confluent, a data streaming pioneer, have entered into a definitive agreement under which IBM will acquire all of the issued and outstanding common shares of Confluent for $31 per share, representing an enterprise value of $11-billion. Confluent provides an...
Top performers turn AI into revenue, profit growth
Companies that are able to strategically use artificial intelligence (AI) are far more likely to post more than 10% revenue growth, with more than 15% profit margins from their AI deployments. This is among the findings from NTT Data’s newly-released 2026 Global AI...
SA’s mobile service revenue to register just 1,1% CAGR
South Africa’s mobile services market is set to register a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1,1% from $7,1-billion in 2025 to $7,5-billion in 2030. While traditional voice revenues continue to erode, sustained growth in mobile broadband, expanding LTE footprints,...
Tariffs drive Black Friday demand down for SME exporters
New US tariffs killed the Black Friday peak small South African exporters would normally expect in November, according to data from the SME Export Index. Craig Lowman, CEO and co-founder of South African international shipping platform TUNL, says: “In a normal year,...
Trends shaping SA’s food security
South Africa’s food retail and wholesale sector is one of the country’s most dynamic industries, directly linked to household consumption, employment, and food security. It reflects both the opportunities and pressures shaping the economy in 2025 and beyond. These...
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Duxbury debuts HPE Aruba’s AI-powered secure network solutions
Duxbury Networking has announced the availability of HPE Aruba Networking's latest secure network solutions. As the retail industry undergoes rapid digital transformation, the demand for reliable and secure connectivity has never been greater. HPE Aruba Networking's...
Meta announces Llama Impact Grant for startups, researchers
Meta, In partnership with Data Science Africa, has announced the Llama Impact Grant for startups and researchers based in sub-Saharan Africa. As part of Meta's global Llama Impact Grants, this initiative will support projects that harness the power of Llama, Meta's...
IBC Solar buys into Solarworld
IBC Solar, a full-service provider of solar energy solutions, is expanding its presence in Africa through the acquisition of Solarworld Africa. IBC Solar and Solarworld Africa have had a business relationship since 2022. Now, IBC Solar is undertaking a majority...
Gaia Renewables 1 expands power portfolio
Gaia Renewables 1, listed on the Cape Town Stock Exchange (CTSE), has announced the acquisition of stakes in three renewable energy plants. The deal, initially funded with debt and equity, will see the fund gaining a 10% holding in each of the Linde and Kalkbult solar...
Kaspersky extends targeted attack protection
Kaspersky has announced a major update to its Kaspersky Anti Targeted Attack (KATA). With the launch of KATA 7.0, organisations can now benefit from enhanced Network Detection and Response (NDR) capabilities with deeper network visibility, internal threats detection...
A blueprint for sustainable organisational growth
As organisations enter the new year, many are refreshing strategies and refining goals amidst a rapidly changing landscape. By Vanisha Balgobind, talent and organisation lead for Accenture, Africa About 80% of companies consider change part of their long-term vision...
Broad-based ownership could mitigate impact of US aid cuts
Like most people, I was shocked by US President Trump’s unexpected cut in foreign aid, writes Shaun Smit, director at Transcend Capital. I knew South Africa would be affected but was curious about just how far this could go. I was surprised to find out that a massive...
Kyocera earns global recognition for eco-conscious innovation
Kyocera Document Solutions has gained two major achievements that demonstrate its commitment to environmental responsibility and innovation. The company won the prestigious WORLDSTAR 2025 Global Packaging Award for its groundbreaking product packaging design for...
Greylisting an opportunity to renew focus on secure financial institutions
The Budget Speech 2025 highlighted the need for reforms and infrastructural development that will revive economic growth. The country’s potential delisting from the FATF greylist in October 2025 will greatly contribute to this by positioning the country as a secure...
C-suite must adapt to new regulatory accountability
The C-suite has long left data resilience and cybersecurity in the hands of security and IT teams, writes Rick Vanover, vice-president of product strategy at Veeam. It’s been a case of ‘leave it to the experts’, and for a long time, that made sense. But as...
Senior Java Developer
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Java Developer (Telco Focus) to join a dynamic development team.You will be responsible for designing and developing high-performance, scalable applications within telecommunication systems.This role requires strong technical...
Senior Systems Architect
Senior Cloud Architect (Azure)Long-term Azure Cloud Contract within an Enterprise Technology EnvironmentHybrid (KZN) | Cloud Architecture | Contract | R1000 - R1300 per hour About Our ClientOur client is a well-established, technology-driven organisation delivering...
Technical & Commercial Head at Ntice Sourcing Solutions (Pty) Ltd. – Gauteng Gauteng
Join a fast-growing SaaS company that's redefining corporate travel across Africa and beyond. Our Client, is looking for a Technology Leader to shape their platform's future-driving innovation, scalability, and commercial growth as part of their executive teamThe...
Senior Full Stack Web developer – Gauteng Johannesburg
Objective of the Role:The purpose of the role is to work collaboratively within your team and across other teams in the business to deliver exceptional customer experiences. Key Responsibilities:To work with the proposition, operations, change and development teams to...
Junior Sales Developer – Corporate FX – Western Cape Cape Town CBD
Junior Sales Developer - Corporate FXKick-start a sales career in corporate foreign exchange with national exposureCorporate Foreign Exchange | Sales Development | Salary: Market-related About Our ClientOur client is a specialist foreign exchange and international...
Solutions Architect
Our client based in Isando, Johannesburg is seeking a Solutions Architect to join their team. The primary role of this position is to provide solutions regarding client power capacity planning, assignment, monitoring & reporting. The secondary role of this...
Senior Specialist: Automation Test Analyst
The purpose of the role is to work collaboratively within the IT Service Management team and across other teams in the business to deliver exceptional customer experiences for the platform. You will form part of a larger testing practice (as a senior) within the...
Applications Engineer
We're seeking a Senior Applications Engineer who thrives at the intersection of technology and customer success. In this pivotal role, you'll leverage your expertise to design, implement, and optimize cutting-edge solutions that empower our clients in Cape Town to...
Solutions Architect – Gauteng Primrose
Our client based in Isando, Johannesburg is seeking a Solutions Architect to join their team. The primary role of this position is to provide solutions regarding client power capacity planning, assignment, monitoring & reporting. The secondary role of this...
Senior Specialist: Automation Test Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg
The purpose of the role is to work collaboratively within the IT Service Management team and across other teams in the business to deliver exceptional customer experiences for the platform. You will form part of a larger testing practice (as a senior) within the...
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