New blueprint needed for future growth
As the growth strategies that powered the global economy over the past three decades lose relevance, a new World Economic Forum report calls for a renewed blueprint to navigate a rapidly evolving landscape shaped by AI, geostrategic competition, rising debt and...
TrendAI invests in Africa’s sovereign digital infrastructure
TrendAI has announced a substantial enhancement and expansion of its Data Centre Services portfolio, aimed at enabling data sovereignty, infrastructure resilience and secure digital transformation across sub-Saharan Africa. The announcement comes as organisations...
Workers are staying in their jobs, but quietly checking out
There’s a powerful new shift in worker behaviour: the rise of "Job Hugging". ManpowerGroup’s new 2026 Global Talent Barometer reveals that employees are increasingly choosing safety over satisfaction, holding tightly to the security of their current job while quietly...
Valentine’s spend expected to rise
FNB expects higher customer spending around Valentine’s Day in 2026, supported by the fact that the holiday falls on a Saturday, giving consumers a full weekend to celebrate. The extended timing is expected to drive increased spend across dining, travel,...
Typo domains target top brands
Digital squatting has reached unprecedented levels, with cybercriminals registering thousands of lookalike domains designed to impersonate the world’s most recognisable brands. New research by Decodo analysed domain permutations for 20 popular brands visited in...
Don’t be a victim in the month of love
February is traditionally a time when people seek companionship with the hope of finding true love. But, while many are searching for genuine relationships, scammers are equally active, preying on emotional vulnerability and the desire for connection. The Southern...
NASA tracks glacial changes
For the first time, scientists have created a comprehensive global dataset revealing how the world's glaciers speed up and slow down with the seasons. Published in Science in November 2025, this groundbreaking study analysed over 36 million satellite image pairs -...
Safer Internet Day: Tips for safe and effective online learning
For the first time, people report that their primary motivation for using AI isn’t entertainment, but learning. In South Africa, where young people are some of the fastest-growing groups of internet users, many teenagers are especially excited about AI and digital...
OADC buys seven data centres from NTT Data
Kathy Gibson reports - Open Access Data Centres (OADC), part of the WIOCC group of companies, has acquired seven South African data centres from NTT Data. The data centres, in Bryanston, Parklands, Cape Town, Umhlanga, Bloemfontein, Gqeberha and East London, were part...
Wearable tech will be worth $232bn
The wearable tech industry was worth $117,4-billion in 2024 and is forecast to reach $232,2-billion by 2030, with hearables and smartwatches as key growth drivers, supported by strong demand for health monitoring and artificial intelligence (AI) tools, according to...
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POPIA regulations get a makeover
The Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) Regulations have received a facelift, with the Information Regulator publishing amendments to the Regulations on 17 April 2025. By Nadine Mather, partner, and Pascale Towers, senior associate at Bowmans The...
Data the asset that is shaping the future of business
In a world where artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things and the cloud are transforming the way we manage information, data has become a must-have strategic asset. By Christophe Vaissade, sales director: OEM, embedded and enterprise at Sandisk More than...
A shortage of key IT skills is holding back digital progress
South Africa is experiencing a significant IT skills shortage, jeopardising its digital transformation and economic growth. Essential fields such as cybersecurity, data analytics, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and software development are notably impacted, revealing a...
Traditional customer contact channels are leading to a Kodak moment
South African businesses that continue to cling to traditional customer contact channels instead of adapting to new innovative solutions are passively digging an early grave. Many of them today remain resistant to embracing smartbot (AI-powered chatbot) technology and...
Mind security and privacy when creating a fun image of yourself
As the latest social media trend sees users jumping on the AI Action Figure craze by uploading personal information and photos to generate hyper-realistic AI dolls or action figures of themselves, Kaspersky urges South Africans to be cautious about the personal...
Stay vigilant as impersonation scams surge
Imposter or impersonation scams are on the rise in South Africa, with recent reports highlighting a significant increase in sophisticated fraud schemes that involve criminals posing as legitimate authorities, service providers, or individuals to deceive victims and...
Ransomware attack simulation training prepares for real attacks
Businesses today are forced to navigate an increasingly perilous landscape of cyber threats, characterised by the increasing frequency and sophistication of cyberattacks. By Graham Brown, country manager at Commvault The financial repercussions are staggering, with...
How AI and human initiative can defend against cyberattacks
When Mimecast released its most recent State of Human Risk report, one thing became abundantly clear: South African organisations are concerned about the threat of artificial intelligence (AI). By Yesh Surjoodeen, MD: southern and central Africa at HP That said, while...
Harnessing smart data will help win the battle against poverty and climate change
Many may have missed it, but the world reached the halfway point late last year since adopting the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). By Kevin O’Brien, Spar Group sustainability executive Despite this long period to embed...
The modern data centre needs more advanced cooling
The rise in hardware density in data centres is gaining speed and is largely driven by the demands of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), requiring more powerful servers and specialised hardware. By Ben Selier, vice-president: secure power for...
Applications Solutions Architect – Gauteng Johannesburg
Strong technical background in application and cloud-based infrastructure architecture.Solid understanding of mining technical systems and operational technology.Extensive experience in system integration, particularly between source systems and data reporting...
Junior IT Technician (East London Onsite)
ENVIRONMENT:ENSURE all employee devices and software is functioning optimally as the next Junior IT Technician wanted by a dynamic client based in East London. You will act as the dependable first point of contact for staff, ensuring technical issues are resolved...
Network Security Engineer – Remote Remote
Key Responsibilities:Design, implement, and maintain robust network security infrastructure to protect Customer's digital environment.Manage and optimize security platforms including firewalls, intrusion prevention systems (IPS), DDoS mitigation tools, VPNs, secure...
Senior Data Scientist at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Clubview
WANTED: Senior Data Sorcerer / Chief Insight Wizard(Yeah, we said sorcerer. Deal with it.) Tired of playing small with boring spreadsheets?Ready to bend reality using code, crush business problems like cosmic piñatas, and drop mind-blowing insights that make...
Senior Full Stack Software Engineer
A South African company that provides specialized cloud-based metal accounting, production management, and logistics software (WIRE) for the mining and mineral processing industry, is seeking a Senior Full Stack Engineer designs and delivers complex features across...
Senior Performance Tester
My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for a Senior Performance Tester to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related...
Senior Analyst Programmer (Magic) – 24 Months Contract
Applies system solutions to business problems through the design and programming of automated systems. Configures, analyses, designs, develops, and maintains in-housedeveloped applications to support business processes and functions. Works on elements of large,...
Senior Full Stack Software Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town
A South African company that provides specialized cloud-based metal accounting, production management, and logistics software (WIRE) for the mining and mineral processing industry, is seeking a Senior Full Stack Engineer designs and delivers complex features across...
Senior Performance Tester – Western Cape Bellville West
My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for a Senior Performance Tester to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related...
Senior Analyst Programmer (Magic) – 24 Months Contract – Gauteng Gauteng
Applies system solutions to business problems through the design and programming of automated systems. Configures, analyses, designs, develops, and maintains in-housedeveloped applications to support business processes and functions. Works on elements of large,...
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