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...

SOLA Group starts construction on hybrid solar and battery project

SOLA Group has achieved financial close on its Naos-1 Hybrid Solar and Battery Project, a 300MW (435MWp) solar PV facility with 660MWh of battery energy storage (BESS). Enabled by long-term power purchase agreements with Sasol and Air Liquide, the project is the...

Not using tax-free savings leaves millions on the table

With the tax year ending this week (28 February), new data from online tax platform TaxTim reveals a costly blind spot among South Africans. While 48% of TaxTim users have opened tax-free savings accounts (TFSAs), the average annual contribution is just R14 171 —...

Spacecoin satellites aim to build decentralised Internet in space

Space Telecommunications (STI), the entity behind the open-source satellite internet protocol Spacecoin, has launched three satellites aboard a rideshare mission from Vandenberg Space Force Base. The move is an advancement toward a permissionless, decentralised...

Could Bitcoin outperform Nasdaq, gold?

Bitcoin may well outperform both the Nasdaq and gold over the coming weeks, if a recovery rally in risk assets follows the recent correction, according to Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group. His assessment comes as cryptocurrencies slumped sharply on Monday, with...

While important, data streaming can create bottlenecks

Large organizations are experiencing a wide range of pain points when using data streaming to train or run artificial intelligence (AI) systems. Research by Conduktor, which 200 senior IT and data executives at large companies with an annual revenue of $50 million or...

MENA emerges as global leader in digital transformation

A new GSMA report, Accelerating digital industries in the GCC and wider MENA region, reveals that enterprises across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) are outpacing global peers in their adoption of advanced digital technologies, underpinned by ambitious...

Women take top spots in SA entrepreneurship challenge

Female inventors and entrepreneurs were the big winners at the first EDHE Absa Innovation Challenge, a student entrepreneurship initiative across South Africa’s 26 public universities with prize money totalling more than R1-million. Women took the five top spots and...

$1trn and counting as scam losses expose anti-fraud gaps

Scam losses worldwide surpassed $1,03-trillion in 2024, according to the Global Anti-Scam Alliance (GASA). The organisation also found that nearly half of consumers encounter scam attempts at least weekly – and among those who fall victim, only 4% fully recover their...

Robust growth for SA retail

South African retail sales value and volume saw robust growth in the third quarter of 2025, according to the latest NielsenIQ (NIQ) South Africa State of the Retail Nation analysis. South African consumers spent nearly R167,5-billion on fast-moving consumer goods...

ITU sets path for digital inclusion

Member states of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) agreed on a roadmap to bring connectivity to everyone around the world as the World Telecommunication Development Conference (WTDC-25) closed in Baku, Azerbaijan.​ The Baku Action Plan agreed at WTDC-25...

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How to manage, optimise cloud in mining

African businesses are gaining momentum in the adoption of digital technologies to enhance their operations. Even though challenges such as infrastructure development and regulatory constraints remain, digital transformation is accelerating, writes Duncan van...

Cloud best practices in 2025

In 2025, Gartner predicts hybrid cloud will remain a corporate priority with 90% adopting it by 2027. Public cloud end-user spending is expected to reach $723-billion by the end of the year, while all cloud segments across hybrid, distributed, cloud-native and...

Why trust and governance matter for AI

Artificial intelligence (AI) has become embedded in the systems that power organisations, industries, and people’s daily lives. Generative AI (GenAI), in particular, is reshaping how organisations operate. In doing so, the technology is driving efficiencies and...

Don’t get scammed on financial services

As 2025 has set in and South Africans find their feet after ‘Januworry’, financial scams remain a threat. The 2024 Identity Fraud Report noted fraud rates in South Africa soared by more than 300%. In fact, in the first half of 2024, nearly 5% of all attempted digital...

Plan for a hassle-free payroll and HR system upgrade

If payroll errors, delayed pay runs and expensive compliance fines are causing you headaches, it might be time to upgrade to a new payroll and HR system. While this is a significant decision, it’s one that demands careful financial planning, says Ian McAlister, GM of...

Powering sustainable mining operations in Africa

Africa’s mining sector is at a crossroads and, as the industry grapples with mounting pressure to drive operational efficiency within the boundaries of sustainability, natural gas is emerging as a compelling solution, writes Johan Helberg, head of sales: Africa at...

Security myths that could sink your business

Despite growing awareness of cybersecurity risks, misconceptions persist that could lead your business astray in 2025. By Stephen Osler, co-founder and business development director at Nclose, examines the most common myths and how organisations can debunk them in...

Optimising GEO satellite performance for the cloud

GEO satellite is a viable option for companies wanting the ubiquity of cloud from remote and rural locations in South Africa, writes Kathleen Morris, satellite product manager at Vox. There is, says McKinsey, $3-trillion in business value waiting in the cloud for...

The biggest mistakes you make when asking for an increase

Negotiating a salary increase is a crucial career skill, yet many employees make mistakes that weaken their chances of success. By Dr Chris Blair, CEO of 21st Century In South Africa, where structured HR policies typically govern pay progression, employees must...

Decoding the cloud choices for SA enterprises

The debate between on-premise and cloud computing architectures remains a prominent topic among businesses, particularly in South Africa. This discussion is not merely about technology but is deeply intertwined with organisations’ specific needs and business models,...

IT Support and Systems Engineer – Hybrid at Takora

Applicants must have the following requirements: Must have an equivalent tertiary IT qualification.Must have 2-4 years of experience in IT support with systems and network exposure.Must have experience in first- and second-line end-user support.Must have experience in...

Scrum Master – Western Cape Bellville

My client based in Bellville is currently looking for a Scrum Master to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Qualifications & Experience Proven experience working as a Scrum Master in an Agile environmentStrong practical knowledge of the Scrum...

Intermediate Business Analyst

A digital transformation consultancy that helps businesses digitize their operations using a proprietary real-time data collaboration platform is seeking a driven Intermediate Business Analyst (remote) to join their Managed Services team. This role is ideal for a...

IT Infrastructure Manager

IT INFRASTRUCTURE MANAGER Location: Olifantsfontein, GautengNON-NEGOTIABLE REQUIREMENTS: - IT degree.- Minimum five years' systems and network management experience.- Strong Active Directory expertise.- Proven ability to ensure stable, secure, and high-performing IT...

Intermediate Business Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg

A digital transformation consultancy that helps businesses digitize their operations using a proprietary real-time data collaboration platform is seeking a driven Intermediate Business Analyst (remote) to join their Managed Services team. This role is ideal for a...

IT Infrastructure Manager – Gauteng Olifantsfontein

IT INFRASTRUCTURE MANAGER Location: Olifantsfontein, GautengNON-NEGOTIABLE REQUIREMENTS: - IT degree.- Minimum five years' systems and network management experience.- Strong Active Directory expertise.- Proven ability to ensure stable, secure, and high-performing IT...

Data Scientist at Datonomy Solutions

We are seeking a Data Scientist to join our team in Cape Town, onsite.The Data Scientist will enhance, maintain, and evolve the analytical and optimisation models used to drive product assortment decisions—including substitution logic, leftover-stock (“carcass”)...

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