Software stocks hit as AI jolts pricing power
The software selloff is investors’ real-time repricing of the sector in the AI age, according to Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group. His stark analysis from comes as a new AI automation tool from Anthropic sparked a $285-billion plunge in big-name stocks across the...
Customer service jobs lost to AI are coming back
By 2027, 50% of companies that attributed headcount reduction to AI will rehire staff to perform similar functions, but under different job titles, according to Gartner. “While AI-driven layoffs have captured attention, the reality is more complex,” says Kathy Ross,...
Tech, talent and trust will redefine the workplace
With companies increasingly prioritising their employees, they are also recognising that productivity and engagement are driven by how, when, and with whom they collaborate rather than solely where they work. Organisations of all sizes are embracing flexible and...
All the winners of the Africa Tech Festival Awards 2025
The Africa Tech Festival Awards 2025, held in Cape Town this week, recognise the people and organisations driving meaningful impact across the tech ecosystem, the awards ceremony honoured those who are shaping Africa’s digital future. Finalists and winners were...
Business-owned vehicles still bear brunt of vehicle crime
Tracker’s vehicle crime statistics for January to June 2025 reveal that business-owned vehicles are 48% more likely to be targeted by criminals than personally-owned vehicles. This trend is largely driven by hijackings, with notable shifts in both timing and location...
Master Power Technologies achieves European certification
Master Power Technologies (MPT), a African provider of power and data centre infrastructure, has become the first African company to be officially certified as an Endorser of the European Code of Conduct for Energy Efficiency in Data Centres. The certification,...
It’s a wrap: Africa Tech Festival 2025
Cape Town hosted the 2025 Africa Tech Festival this week. Kathy Gibson attended to find out what the continent can look forward to in the coming months. AI key for Africa to unlock youth dividend By 2030, more young Africans will enter the workplace than the...
How the data centre landscape is changing
Kathy Gibson reports – Africa’s time to shine on the digital stage is now. That’s the word from Paula Cogan, MD of Digital Realty MEA, who points out that Africa accounts for 18% of the world’s population - with the majority of them being young. At the same time, the...
Africa’s restless youth demand digitalisation
Kathy Gibson reports - Africa has a very youthful population – the median age is about 19 years – which is tech-savvy and keen to take part in the global digital revolution. But without connectivity, decent broadband penetration, and fit-for-purpose data centres this...
Why cybersecurity matters
Kathy Gibson reports – As digital transformation rolls out across Africa, cybersecurity is coming to the fore as an issue that affects all governments, organisations, and ciizens. Mondli Gungubele, deputy-minister of communications and digital technologies, tells...
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Syspro and Datascope in strategic partnership
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DLP helps to enhance and empower cybersecurity posture
DLP systems are preventing data leaks. It’s a rule of thumb. But DLP can do more than just that, writes Sergio Bertoni, leading analyst at SearchInform. DLP systems are the part of information security infrastructure. They monitor data in motion on endpoints and over...
Vertiv supports AI, high-density computing with global liquid cooling portfolio
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AI energy score measures AI model efficiency
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JSE, RI debut data-led ESG, sustainability analytics
The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) and Risk Insights (RI), are collaborating to provide and use AI-powered data and rating tools developed by Risk Insights to advance Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) disclosure for JSE-listed companies and asset...
Boundaries between digital and physical shopping crumble
While growth in pure online sales in South Africa has steadied following an explosion in adoption during the pandemic, we now live in a truly omnichannel world. By Zak Haeri, MD of NIQ South Africa Many shopping journeys that start with online engagement now conclude...
Lubrication meets IoT in the mining sector
The South African mining industry is not just evolving, it is revolutionising efficiency, slashing costs, and building a sustainable future, writes Aluwani Museisi, country chair of Shell Downstream South Africa. The mining industry has long been the backbone of South...
Managing the third-party blindspot for DORA
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As technology converges, so does cybercrime
The globe continues to become more and more connected, and just like legitimate organisations benefit from technological advances, this interconnectedness is allowing criminal and malicious networks to flourish too. By Anna Collard, senior vice-president: content...
Application Support Specialist
Reverside is an established IT services provider focused on delivering high-quality Software Development, IT Resourcing, Digital Transformation, and Systems Support solutions. We are always looking for skilled Application Support Specialist professionals to join our...
Application Support Specialist – Gauteng Gauteng
Reverside is an established IT services provider focused on delivering high-quality Software Development, IT Resourcing, Digital Transformation, and Systems Support solutions. We are always looking for skilled Application Support Specialist professionals to join our...
Project Manager
Lead transformative solar projects that power the future of clean energy. Is this you?You're a natural leader who thrives in dynamic environments and stays calm under pressure. Integrity, accountability, and results drive your work, and you're motivated by making a...
Project Manager – Western Cape Kuils River
Lead transformative solar projects that power the future of clean energy. Is this you?You're a natural leader who thrives in dynamic environments and stays calm under pressure. Integrity, accountability, and results drive your work, and you're motivated by making a...
Full-stack Java Developer (Strong SQL)
Seeking an experienced Full Stack Engineer to join the Agriculture and Health product teams. You will plan, develop, test, deploy, and maintain high-quality, scalable products aligned with product strategy. This role requires strong SQL, Java, and data analysis...
Full-stack Java Developer (Strong SQL) – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Seeking an experienced Full Stack Engineer to join the Agriculture and Health product teams. You will plan, develop, test, deploy, and maintain high-quality, scalable products aligned with product strategy. This role requires strong SQL, Java, and data analysis...
Project Manager (Remote)
Remote (South Africa-based) | Working U.S. Central Time (3:00?pm-12:00?am SAST) Deliver solar power across the U.S. - from South Africa. Is this you?You're a self-driven, detail-obsessed project leader who thrives in a fast-paced, remote environment. You communicate...
Project Manager (Remote) – Remote Remote
Remote (South Africa-based) | Working U.S. Central Time (3:00?pm-12:00?am SAST) Deliver solar power across the U.S. - from South Africa. Is this you?You're a self-driven, detail-obsessed project leader who thrives in a fast-paced, remote environment. You communicate...
Systems Architect
Seeking a Systems Architect to lead the design, integration, and evolution of our internal software ecosystem. You will bridge business and technology, ensuring that CRM, loan management, and data systems are scalable, secure, and aligned with strategic growth. A key...
Systems Architect – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Seeking a Systems Architect to lead the design, integration, and evolution of our internal software ecosystem. You will bridge business and technology, ensuring that CRM, loan management, and data systems are scalable, secure, and aligned with strategic growth. A key...
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