Interconnected systems at risk of a digital pandemic

Are we ready for solar storms, submarine cable cuts, satellite disruptions, and extreme weather to disrupt communication networks and potentially trigger a “digital pandemic"? A new report – “When digital systems fail: The hidden risks of our digital world​" –...

CEOs are reshaping C-suite roles for the AI era

The accelerating pace of artificial intelligence (AI) is pushing CEOs to redesign how C-suite roles are structured to drive greater business impact across the enterprise. In the foreword of a new global study from the IBM Institute for Business Value, IBM...

Net salaries hold steady for now, but uncertainty looms

The PayInc Net Salary Index, which tracks the average nominal net salaries of approximately 2,1-million South African earners, edged higher in March 2026. Remaining above year-ago levels, the data points to a stabilisation in net salaries over the first quarter of...

Technology convergence redefines competitive advantage

The next wave of competitive advantage will come not from individual breakthrough technologies but from the ability to combine and scale multiple technologies across entire operating systems, according to a new World Economic Forum report. As artificial intelligence...

Agentic AI holds key to LLM profitability

Agentic AI, not consumer chatbots, will determine whether trillion-dollar investments in large language models (LLMs) ever translate into sustainable profits, according to GlobalData. As enterprise deployments trigger a surge in application programming interface (API)...

Acer expands local manufacturing, adds gaming monitors

Acer Africa has expanded its local manufacturing strategy, adding high-performance Acer Nitro VG0-Series gaming monitors designed for gamers, creators and power users. Select Nitro VG0-Series monitors are now assembled at a South African facility, following the same...

AMD and HPE collaborate on open rack-scale AI infrastructure

AMD has announced an expanded collaboration with HPE to accelerate the next generation of open, scalable AI infrastructure built on AMD leadership compute technologies. HPE will become one of the first system providers to adopt the AMD “Helios” rack-scale AI...

New genomic discovery could save groundnut farmers millions

Unpredictable rains pose a serious threat to groundnut farmers, with pre-harvest sprouting causing significant losses. Spanish groundnut varieties, representing nearly 60% of global production, are particularly vulnerable. Premature germination triggered by early...

Nvidia and Synopsys partner on engineering and design

Nvidia and Synopsys have expanded their strategic partnership to tackle design and engineering across industries. R&D teams, from the semiconductor industry to aerospace, automotive, industrial and beyond, face significant engineering challenges including...

South Africans spent big on Black Friday weekend

Peach Payments saw a 93% increase in rand value processed from Black Friday to Cyber Monday, compared to 2024. “Over the four-day weekend we processed more than 2,69-million transactions, to a total value of more than R1,86-billion,” says Rahul Jain, CEO and cofounder...

Desktop overtakes mobile in share of Web traffic

Over the past three years, mobile phones have consistently accounted for over 60% of total web traffic, driven by faster mobile networks and a generation glued to their phones for everything, from news and shopping to entertainment. However, for the first time in...

PMI points to manufacturing fragility

The November PMI results highlight the ongoing fragility in South Africa’s manufacturing sector. A steep deterioration in demand and production overshadowed slight gains in employment and business expectations. Lower cost pressures are a positive, but alone are not...

Vehicle sales continue positive streak

Aggregate motor industry sales of 54 896 units in November were 12,5% higher than in November 2024, while the year-to-date total of 547 966 units is 15,4% ahead of the figure recorded in the first 11 months of last year. “As we approach the end of 2025, the motor...

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How to navigate the evolving cybersecurity landscape

The World Economic Forum’s Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2025 paints a grim picture of an increasingly complex and volatile digital world. Paul Stuttard, CEO of Duxbury Networking Cape Town South African businesses must take note, as cyber risks are no longer isolated...

The transformative power of desktop, application virtualisation

Desktop and application virtualisation has become an indispensable technology for businesses aiming to deliver secure and efficient digital workspaces to their hybrid workforce. By Helen Kruger, CEO of Troye By centralising applications and desktops through...

SA banks need a complete app overhaul

It’s not just technology that is changing at breakneck speed, how different groups of customers engage with new technology is also shifting. While banks have spent fortunes on protecting their customers against fraud, this has slowed down spending in other areas. And...

How to fast-track AI initiatives

Early adopters of cloud computing were, for the most part, driven by its potential. Promising scalability, cost savings, security and flexibility, many South African businesses moved to the public cloud hoping to access a better way to manage their IT resources and...

Shaping data resilience strategies with AI, hybrid cloud

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, organisations are under growing pressure to secure their operations against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats, including those that leverage artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the success rate of attacks. By...

Data governance, risk management crucial in the public sector

By prioritising data governance and risk management, public sector organisations can demonstrate their commitment to data privacy, build trust with data subjects, and ensure the proper handling and protection of sensitive information. By Amritesh Anand, vice-president...

Acer demos solutions at Schoolscape 2025

Acer Africa is participating in Schoolscape 2025, where it will be showcasing its latest range of innovative educational technology at all three Schoolscape events: Cape Town: Thursday,27 February, 08:00-15:40, Protea Hotel, Techno Park, Stellenbosch Gauteng:...

Salesforce and Google bring Gemini to Agentforce

Salesforce and Google have announced an expansion of their strategic partnership, delivering choice in the models and capabilities businesses use to build and deploy AI-powered agents. The expanded partnership provides crucial flexibility, empowering customers to...

Dell launches simplified AI PC portfolio

Dell Technologies has launched a new AI PC portfolio built for personal and professional computing. To simplify choices for customers, the new portfolio consists of three simple product categories which focus on core customer needs. These are Dell (designed for play,...

How each generation can stay safe as scams proliferate

In recent years, scams have surged to alarming levels, becoming a significant concern for nearly every South African, writes Yash Pillay, sales engineer at Trend Micro. The Southern African Fraud Prevention Service (SAFPS) reported a staggering 32% increase in fraud...

Systems Controller

System Controller (Food)Our client in the food safety industry is looking for a systems controller to join their team. Candidates must have training in HACCP and PRP within a food safety space. Must have a clear understanding of and converse in Afrikaans. Desired...

Junior Business Analyst

Collaborate with stakeholders to gather, analyse, and document business requirements for application projects. Support the design and implementation of business solutions that meet client needs. Assist in preparing functional specifications, user stories, and process...

Senior Business Analyst at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

The Business Analyst acts as a crucial intermediary among stakeholders, project teams, and technology vendors. This role is essential for the successful creation, preparation, and implementation of Business Requirements Documents (BRS) and Request for Proposals (RFPs)...

Systems Controller – Remote Remote

System Controller (Food)Our client in the food safety industry is looking for a systems controller to join their team. Candidates must have training in HACCP and PRP within a food safety space. Must have a clear understanding of and converse in Afrikaans. Desired...

Junior Business Analyst – Gauteng Midrand

Collaborate with stakeholders to gather, analyse, and document business requirements for application projects. Support the design and implementation of business solutions that meet client needs. Assist in preparing functional specifications, user stories, and process...

Data Engineer

ENVIRONMENT:A Cape Town Travel Tech company that focuses on the global supply and revenue optimisation of travel ancillary products and services is looking for a hands-on Data Engineer to take ownership of- and optimise their entire data engineering function. As the...

Project Manager

We are seeking a senior, delivery-focused Project Manager with a proven track record in insurance or financial services. This role is designed for a high-calibre professional who thrives in regulated environments, takes full ownership, and delivers results at...

DevOps & Automation Engineer

Help build a pioneering digital bank - shape the future of data platforms withcutting-edge tech. Is this you?You're a detail-oriented, collaborative team player with a passion forautomation and modern infrastructure. Communicating clearly comes naturally toyou-whether...

Data Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:A Cape Town Travel Tech company that focuses on the global supply and revenue optimisation of travel ancillary products and services is looking for a hands-on Data Engineer to take ownership of- and optimise their entire data engineering function. As the...

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