IT channel pivots to add value as AI takes off

Kathy Gibson reports from Pinnacle TechScape - Artificial intelligence (AI) may be at the peak of the hype cycle, but this doesn’t detract from the value that the technology will bring to the industry. That’s the word from Tim Humphreys-Davies, CEO of Pinnacle, who...

Network to the fore as agentic AI adoption takes off

In the era of agentic AI, the network is becoming the critical foundation for trust, security and the seamless operating models through which people and AI can build the future. However, as organisations move quickly to gain an advantage from AI, a significant gap has...

Labour disputes emerge as SA’s top legal concern

Labour matters rank highest among the everyday legal questions that South Africans are asking. This is according to data aggregated by My AI Lawyer, which found that more than a third (37%) of the queries processed on My AI Lawyer in the first six months of 2026 is...

Digital companies’ emission reductions lag climate commitments

Despite progress in climate reporting and renewable electricity use, digital companies are falling short in cutting emissions at the pace required to achieve global climate targets, according to the new report Greening Digital Companies: Monitoring Emissions and...

Voting open for Channelwise Awards

It’s that time of year again, when South Africa’s IT reseller partners get to voice their opinion and vote for the vendors and distributors they most enjoy working with. Voting is now officially open for this year’s prestigious Channelwise Awards right here. “As we do...

SpaceX demonstrates Starship launch and catch

SpaceX has successfully demonstrated Starship’s ability to launch and return, caught by the arms of the launch and catch tower. The test on techniques fundamental to Starship and Super Heavy’s fully and rapidly reusable design was performed yesterday (13 October...

Embracing risk the only option during uncertain times

Although 79% of C-suite leaders and senior executives surveyed expect a recession, only 35% believe they are very prepared for it. This is among the findings of Aon's 2022 Executive Risk Survey, "Making Better Decisions in Uncertain Times", which clearly shows that...

Altron to sell ATM hardware, support business to NCR

Altron has announced its intention to sell the ATM hardware and support business portion of its Altron Managed Solutions division to NCR. The NCR retail hardware and support business remains under Altron Managed Solutions. The sale sees ownership of the business going...

Consumer breaches decline, but threats to data remain

The newest data from NordVPN's Dark Web Monitor feature shows that the number of breached companies remains high, but the number of users affected by those leaks has decreased 18 times since 2019. However, with the data of nearly two-thirds (62%) of Dark Web Monitor...

Good and bad news for salaries

Despite a host of negative factors that impacted the economy, the average nominal BankservAfrica Take-home Pay Index (BTPI) ticked marginally higher in September 2022. The average nominal South African salary (after deductions), recovered slightly to R15 063 in...

African fintechs attract record investment

Fintech startups in Africa grew 81% in 2021, with South Africa, Nigeria, and Kenya emerging as key hubs on the continent. This is according to a Mastercard white paper titled 'The Future of Fintech: Rapid Growth Attracts Smart Capital', which also found that the...

Optical networks the future of connectivity

Kathy Gibson reports - Optical networks have seen huge improvements in cost and capacity over time - with most of that coming with the invention of fibre. Submarine networks are responsible for connecting the planet, says Vladimir Kozlov, CEO and founder of...

Key takeaways from the MTBPS

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana yesterday presented the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS). He addressed Eskom's debt transfer and public wages, but details about Infrastructure Fund and comprehensive social security plan weren't included, according to this...

EOH delivers 92% increase in operating profit

EOH has reported sustained operating profitability during the year ended 31 July 2022 and further deleveraging of its balance sheet. The group has also finalised plans for its upcoming capital raise to optimise its capital structure. Highlights for the year include: *...

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Huawei’s cyber-security requirements for selecting suppliers

Huawei recently introduced its cyber security Top 100 requirements that organizations should consider when assessing suppliers' capabilities to provide end-to-end cyber security. Huawei also released its latest security solutions and best practices that help...

Awaiting your year-end bonus? It might not happen …

Madelein Taljaard, development manager at Sage HR and Payroll, Pastel division, says a surprisingly high number of employees believe that they are entitled to a year-end-bonus. They anticipate the money for a holiday or for festive gifts and celebrations, yet by no...

Innovating for outcomes …

Avaya's MD for South Africa, Danny Drew, believes that innovation should be towards a broader goal that can ensure inclusivity, development and growth for individuals and the community at large. If a tree falls in a forest and no one is around to hear it, does it make...

Detect mountain fires before they become disasters

Remote video alarm monitoring and management specialist TeleEye SA has developed a mountain fire detection solution that can detect a fire as small as one square metre from up to five kilometres away. The solution uses state-of-the-art Flir Systems thermal imaging...

AMD achieves leading market share for thin clients

AMD has achieved a number one market share position for thin clients based on its thin-client shipments. According to its unit sales to thin client customers last year, AMD has more than half of that market, with 53% market share. Thin clients, with little or no local...

High-performance agile networking for the mid-market

Medium sized businesses require powerful enterprise-class networking functionality that meets often-constrained budgets and is simple to manage and maintain. The new Dell Networking N1500 Series of Gigabit Ethernet switches from distributor Drive Control Corporation...

Social entrepreneurship drives growth in Africa and beyond

Developing social enterprises can accelerate innovation and spur economic growth, according to Pfungwa Serima, executive chairman of SAP Africa. Entrepreneurs are transforming business models and building new, strategic markets in a way, and at a pace, that large...

KRS partners with Winjit Technologies

Cape Town-based South African software development firm, Khanyisa Real Systems (KRS), has announced a partnership with Indian enterprise mobility company Winjit Technologies. Through this new partnership, KRS immediately increases its mobile solution capabilities and...

Why now for big data?

Thore Rabe, vice-president EMC Isilon EMEA, examines what needs to happen for big data to reach a tipping point. For the past five or so years there has been a considerable amount of hype around the 'big data revolution'. However, as any vendor can tell you, many...

Angolan retailer goes smart with payment

Kero, the largest retailer in Angola, is equipping its major stores with Ingenico smart terminals. "The retail sector in Angola is growing exponentially and so is becoming the demand." comments Isabel Capacho, marketing director of Kero. "We are aiming at an...

Senior Project Manager (Engineering) at GIBB – Remote Remote

GIBB Mining is a multi-disciplinary engineering design and project management enterprise, specialising in innovative and sustainable techno-economic holistic solutions for mining projects, from concept stage to commissioning and handover. Here you will find an...

Postillion Systems Engineer

Job Purpose:Support and maintenance of Switching applications and Terminal applicationsKey Responsibilities: Terminal Products, Switching Products and Key ManagementMentor junior team members.Maintain existing switching productsAssist customers with integration into...

Intermediate Front-end Developer

Our clients in the financial space are on the hunt for an Intermediate Front-end developer! Work in dynamic teams with the latest in technology on a fantastic Hybrid Permanent model based in the Menlyn area! Requirements: Tertiary Education: Degree in Computer Science...

IT Desktop Support Technician – Onsite

Role: IT Desktop Support Technician - OnsiteLocation: Claremont, Cape TownJoin a well-established IT Managed Services company with a stellar 30-year track record of success, now on an exciting growth trajectory! Seeking an energetic Desk Top Support Technician to...

Postillion Systems Engineer – Gauteng Turffontein

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Intermediate Front-end Developer – Gauteng Pretoria Region

Our clients in the financial space are on the hunt for an Intermediate Front-end developer! Work in dynamic teams with the latest in technology on a fantastic Hybrid Permanent model based in the Menlyn area! Requirements: Tertiary Education: Degree in Computer Science...

IT Desktop Support Technician – Onsite – Western Cape Cape Town

Role: IT Desktop Support Technician - OnsiteLocation: Claremont, Cape TownJoin a well-established IT Managed Services company with a stellar 30-year track record of success, now on an exciting growth trajectory! Seeking an energetic Desk Top Support Technician to...

HRIS System Support at Datonomy Solutions

We are looking for a HRIS System Support to join our team on a hybrid basis in Spring- Gauteng.The incumbent will be required to ensure that all HR systems are supported and maintained through the alignment of business requirements, ICT processes and...

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Senior Software EngineerCalling on all Senior Software Engineers for a multinational media group in Cape Town. The successful candidate should have Computer Science Degree/Diploma and advanced C# experience. If you enjoy building websites, backend systems or mobile...

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