AI, cost pressures drive talent acquisition strategies in 2026
Talent acquisition strategies in 2026 are being driven by AI, which is changing nearly every aspect of how business is done, and the need to drive cost out of the business, according to Gartner. The research has identified four trends that will shape talent...
Nobel Prize in Physics goes to quantum mechanics inventors
The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences has decided to award the Nobel Prize in Physics 2025 to three scientists for the “discovery of macroscopic quantum mechanical tunnelling and energy quantisation in an electric circuit”. The laureates are John Clarke, from...
Massive growth ahead for LEO satellite communications
End-user spending on low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite communications services is expected to reach $14,8-billion globally in 2026, an increase of 24,5% from 2025, according to Gartner. “LEO satellites have primarily delivered broadband connectivity to remote locations...
The impact of AI on digital transformation
Reaffirming its commitment to advancing Africa’s digital transformation through artificial intelligence (AI), Google has highlighted the impact of its AI tools on the local innovation and business landscape at the AI in Action event in Cape Town. Held under the theme...
Why most South Africans can’t afford a home
Only one formal house exists per 3,3 families who earn less than R26 000 a month – this accounts for more than 80% of South African households – and the trend is worsening, according to Lightstone. In its June 2025 Property Newsletter, the automotive and property...
VALR pioneers xStocks in SA
VALR, Africa’s largest crypto exchange by trade volume, has launched xStocks on its platform enabling customers to gain price exposure through tokenisation of leading US-listed equities such as Tesla, Nvidia, Robinhood, Circle, and Coinbase. With this move, VALR says...
ConCourt upholds Vodacom’s latest Please Call Me appeal
The Constitutional Court has upheld Vodacom’s latest appeal in the Please Call Me case. The case, which has been in and out of the courts for two decades now, will now be referred to a new panel of the Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA). Vodacom will now review the...
AI emerges as an attractive target for threat actors
Artificial intelligence (AI) adoption is greatly outpacing AI security and governance. IBM’s new Cost of a Data Breach Report suggests that AI is already being seen as an easy, high-value target by threat actors. While the overall number of organisations experiencing...
Paycorp invests in global fintech
Paycorp has made a strategic investment in Currency Stream, a UK-based fintech specialising in real-time foreign exchange and multi-currency payment solutions. The partnership aims to accelerate Currency Stream’s growth in Europe and unlock new expansion opportunities...
Restraint defines consumer behaviour in May
The Absa Merchant Spend Analytics Report for May 2025 indicates a slight uptick in card activity, following April’s sharp decline. According to Absa’s internal data, card spending increased by 2% month-on-month (MTM), while transaction volumes climbed by 4%. Despite...
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Banks partners to bring renewables to agriculture
Land Bank launched its R1,2-billion rand Agro Energy Fund (AEF) in 2023 in partnership with the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development (DALRRD). The AEF is a blended finance scheme, which means it offers a mixture of grant and debt funding. Its...
Gender parity critical to Africa’s cybersecurity resilience
In Africa, parity for women in technology-related fields and positions is still far from a reality with female representation in cybersecurity-related professions particularly limited. Reports estimate that only 9% of cybersecurity professionals across the continent...
Achieving sustainability goals in the era of AI
Have you ever wondered if artificial intelligence (AI) can help us build a more sustainable and equitable future? By Doug Woolley, GM and vice-president of Dell Technologies South Africa Today, as AI seamlessly integrates into our daily lives, its adoption and impact...
Use AI to counter fraudsters who use it too
As the world of financial crime continues to evolve, the emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) has become both a tool for fighting fraud and a weapon for those perpetrating it. Speaking at the recent 17th Annual ACFE Africa Conference and Exhibition, Stephanie...
Identify low-hanging fruit when automating with voice bots
Adopting voice bots or virtual agents makes a lot of sense for a wide variety of companies, particularly those with high and varying call volumes. By Ryan Falkenberg, CEO of Clevva Rather than trying to hire and train temporary staff for peak periods, virtual agents...
Supply chain education is vital
Supply chains have never been as volatile as they are today, impacted by health crises like the Covid-19 pandemic, geopolitical conflict, climate change and economic instability. Amid the uncertainty, however, one thing that is certain is the growing demand for...
Commercial TVs elevate the guest experience
In the competitive hospitality landscape, creating exceptional guest experiences is of the utmost importance. From the moment visitors arrive, every aspect of the property should immerse them in an atmosphere of luxury and seamless service. However, hoteliers often...
What businesses need to know about cyber insurance
Cyber insurance has become a crucial safety net for businesses, particularly in the face of escalating ransomware attacks. By Greg Day, vice-president and global chief information security officer at Cybereason This financial safeguard promises protection against the...
Ignore employee burnout at your peril
Employee burnout is a serious challenge facing companies of all sizes in South Africa. As businesses navigate a competitive environment and difficult economic conditions, they are often pressured to “do more with less.” Unfortunately, this often results in employees...
Commvault buys Clumio to accelerate AWS cyber resilience
Commvault will acquire Clumio, which provides data protection for critical cloud data in AWS. The transaction enables Commvault to leverage Clumio’s AWS offerings to provide cyber resilience to next generation applications built on AWS. Clumio serves a wide range of...
Penetration Tester (Security Analyst)
ENVIRONMENT:A leading cybersecurity company based in Johannesburg is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Red Team Penetration Tester/Security Analyst to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of hands-on experience in Penetration Testing,...
Penetration Tester (Security Analyst) – Gauteng Johannesburg
ENVIRONMENT:A leading cybersecurity company based in Johannesburg is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Red Team Penetration Tester/Security Analyst to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of hands-on experience in Penetration Testing,...
IT Project Manager at Famous Brands
IntroductionManage Information Technology projects for the Operating Systems, Applications and Consumer Facing Technology environment at Famous Brands, according to the Project Management Office (PMO) standards. Effectively manage project objectives and timelines...
IT Project Manager at Famous Brands – Gauteng Midrand
IntroductionManage Information Technology projects for the Operating Systems, Applications and Consumer Facing Technology environment at Famous Brands, according to the Project Management Office (PMO) standards. Effectively manage project objectives and timelines...
Full Stack Developer (Java, Angular) (Remote)
ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic Telecommunications Specialist seeks a talented & passionate Full Stack Developer with a strong drive for self-improvement and a preference towards working in teams in an Agile environment. Your experience should span across a wide range of...
Full Stack Developer (Java, Angular) (Remote) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic Telecommunications Specialist seeks a talented & passionate Full Stack Developer with a strong drive for self-improvement and a preference towards working in teams in an Agile environment. Your experience should span across a wide range of...
Embedded Systems Engineer
Seeking an Embedded Systems Engineer to contribute to the development of stable, maintainable, and flexible firmware systems. Key Requirements Minimum 5 years' work experience (or equivalent) in embedded software developmentAdvanced understanding of embedded firmware...
Embedded Systems Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Seeking an Embedded Systems Engineer to contribute to the development of stable, maintainable, and flexible firmware systems. Key Requirements Minimum 5 years' work experience (or equivalent) in embedded software developmentAdvanced understanding of embedded firmware...
Build, Test and Support Engineer
Build, Test and Support EngineerJoin a leading CX technology provider!R 240,000 - R 330,000 per annumElevate your career with a dynamic company at the forefront of CX technology. As a Build, Test, and Support Engineer, you will have the opportunity to configure...
Full Stack Java Developer – 0809
?? We're Hiring: Senior Full-Stack Developer (12+ yrs exp.)Take the lead in designing and building enterprise-scale applications in an Agile environment.Core skills (non-negotiable):?? Azure & GitHub Actions?? OpenSearch & Grafana Stack (Loki, Tempo, Mimir,...
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