South Africans stay optimistic as they adapt to financial pressures

South African households are showing signs of meaningful financial adaptation amid ongoing cost pressures, according to TransUnion’s latest Q4 2025 Consumer Pulse Study. While inflation and affordability challenges persist, consumers are becoming more intentional in...

Cyber-enabled fraud one of the most pervasive global threats

Artificial intelligence, geopolitical fragmentation and a surge in cyber-enabled fraud are redefining the global cyber risk landscape at unprecedented speed, according to the World Economic Forum’s Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2026. The report, developed in...

Global cooperation proves resilient against geopolitical headwinds

Global cooperation is proving resilient even as multilateralism continues to face strong headwinds, according to the World Economic Forum’s Global Cooperation Barometer 2026. However, cooperation is below where it needs to be to address critical economic, security and...

Brands and retailers navigate a new reality as AI shapes consumer decisions

Generative AI (GenAI) is reshaping the first steps of our shopping experience before we ever click "buy”. From hyper-personalized suggestions to curated inspiration, influence now begins long before a store visit or app tap, moving where brands and retailers compete...

These are the coal mine jobs most at risk in SA’s energy transition

The global energy transition from fossil fuels to clean energy is putting increasing pressure on coal mining. However, a just transition requires a deep understanding of the local context and the social realities of mine closure. In a paper published in the respected...

Data fabric key for AI-supply chain integration

Chief supply chain officers (CSCOs) seeking to scale advanced analytics and AI across complex, multi-system environments can leverage a data fabric architecture to create an AI‑ready data foundation, according to Gartner. A data fabric architecture is a modern...

Cybercriminals exploit social networks to target businesses

Kaspersky has detected a complex attack sequence that involved retrieving information from legitimate services such as GitHub, Microsoft Learn Challenge, Quora, and social networks. The attackers did this to avoid detection and run an execution chain to launch Cobalt...

Capitec, FNB first to sign up for dha’s new digital partnership

Capitec and First National Bank are the first banks to sign up to the Department of Home Affairs’ new digital partnership model which will expand access to Smart ID and Passport services from the current 30 branches to hundreds more across the country. In fulfilment...

Airtel, Vodacom sign network infrastructure agreement

Airtel Africa and Vodacom Group have announced a strategic infrastructure sharing agreement in key markets including Mozambique, Tanzania and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), subject to regulatory approvals in the various countries. The initial partnership...

Blue Label Telecoms to change its name

Blue Label Telecoms shareholders have voted overwhelmingly in favour of changing the company’s name. A general meeting in 11 August saw close to 100% of shareholders agree to change the name to Blue Label Unlimited Group Limited. The name change was first mooted in...

Bitcoin nears record high as Trump’s gold tariffs bite

Bitcoin is once again within striking distance of its all-time high, driven by a surge of buying as US president Donald Trump’s tariffs on physical gold push investors toward the world’s largest cryptocurrency. Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group, says the policy shift...

WiFi 7 to drive enterprise WLAN growth in 2025

Excess inventory in the channel has been cleared, and WLAN revenue is expected to grow 12% in 2025, according to Dell’Oro Group, which adds that WiFi 7 shipments will shoot up this year – representing more than a third of Indoor AP revenues. “We expect that in 2028,...

Datatec notifies TCP as Dimensional Fund Advisors ups shareholding

Datatec has filed the required notices with the Takeover Regulation Panel as Dimensional Fund Advisors acquires a substantial percentage of the group’s shares. Dimensional Fund Advisors is acting on behalf of itself and in its capacity as investment manager, and on...

AI means people are more vital than ever in HR

In an era dominated by artificial intelligence (AI), the hiring landscape has - like most other sectors - changed completely. The majority of companies now use AI for some parts of the recruitment process, while candidates use AI both for CV-creation and job...

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Makor ERP boosts efficiency at Xperien

Companies are continuously seeking innovative solutions to streamline their operations and enhance productivity. For Xperien, an IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) solutions provider, this quest for governance and operational excellence led to the implementation of the Makor...

The potential for augmented reality on your smartphone

The term ‘augmented reality’ (AR) was coined more than three decades ago and basic AR apps for mobile devices have been around since at least 2008. Yet, despite the hype from app developers and technology manufacturers, many consumers have wondered what all the fuss...

How cybersecurity in the construction industry is evolving

The increasing connectedness of the world means cyber threats have become a daily occurrence. No sector is safe as cybercriminals look to exploit any weakness to compromise infrastructure and systems, and steal data. Organisations in the construction industry, often...

Talent and tech critical for strategic AI success

Moving from consuming AI to using it for competitive advantage requires laying the right foundation, writes Michael Langeveld, head of technology and business development at HPE Emirates and Africa. AI has been generating a great deal of excitement around its...

AI isn’t one of insurance’s problems

While billions trust their lives and livelihoods to insurers every day, the insurance sector itself is facing an existential crisis. Record losses due to more frequent and severe natural disasters have skyrocketed premiums and deductibles. Carriers face significant...

When disaster strikes, ensure data is safe

It is not a revelation that in today's data-driven world, where information is the lifeblood of businesses, the significance of a robust disaster recovery plan has never been greater. By Modeen Malick, principal systems engineer at Commvault With the spectre of...

GoMetro debuts first EV minibus taxi

South Africa’s first electric minibus taxi model, eKamva, was launched by a consortium led by GoMetro, alongside an integrated new electric vehicle (EV) business model and charging infrastructure product called flx EV. The partnership kicked off in 2023 to investigate...

Stanchion lends its voice to PCI security standards

Stanchion has joined the PCI Security Standards Council (PCI SSC) as a new Associate Participating Organisation, and will work with the council to help secure payment data worldwide through the ongoing development and adoption of the PCI Security Standards. The PCI...

Smart switch could be a magic fix for SA’s energy crisis

South Africans are fortunate to enjoy some of the world’s best weather, with many of our cities consistently ranked among the most pleasant. However, in recent years, erratic weather patterns have raised concerns, as heatwaves, floods, and droughts become more...

Bring your own AI could be a risky business

As more employees explore the power of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools in the workplace and more employers weigh up the pros and cons of the technology, a new trend emerges. Chris Wiggett, director: AI at NTT Data in Middle East and Africa, explores...

Web Designer & Developer VA – Western Cape Cape Town CBD

Salary: R45,000 - R51,500Remote, US Hours - 13:00pm -22:00pm Core Responsibilities Design (Primary) Translate Relume sitemaps, wireframes, and style guides into conversion-focused Figma designs with strong hierarchy, spacing, pacing, and CTA strategyRefine and...

UX Designer

Lead end-to-end UX design (research ? concepts ? prototypes ? developer handoff).Conduct user research & usability testing with diverse stakeholders (students, supervisors, faculty, admin, SRC).Translate complex admin/academic processes into user flows,...

Senior Network Engineer (Level 3)

Qualifications and Certifications: Completed Matric / Grade 12Microsoft: MCSA | MCITPCisco: CCNA | CCDA | CCVP | CCIEVMWare: VCPProject+ | Network+Firewall Technologies: Fortinet NSE4 - NSE8Minimum Requirements: 5-8 years network engineering experience within IT...

Intermediate BI Developer

Intermediate BI DeveloperTurn data into strategy with a leading analytics provider.Durban (office based) | R28 000 - R35 000 About Our ClientOur client is a forward-thinking analytics provider helping businesses transform data into strategic decisions. With a focus on...

Senior Delphi Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

This role is pivotal in developing, enhancing, and maintaining sophisticated software solutions tailored for the medical industry. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in Delphi, coupled with proficiency in multiple programming languages, and a passion...

UX Designer – Western Cape Cape Town

Lead end-to-end UX design (research ? concepts ? prototypes ? developer handoff).Conduct user research & usability testing with diverse stakeholders (students, supervisors, faculty, admin, SRC).Translate complex admin/academic processes into user flows,...

Senior Network Engineer (Level 3) – Gauteng Roodepoort

Qualifications and Certifications: Completed Matric / Grade 12Microsoft: MCSA | MCITPCisco: CCNA | CCDA | CCVP | CCIEVMWare: VCPProject+ | Network+Firewall Technologies: Fortinet NSE4 - NSE8Minimum Requirements: 5-8 years network engineering experience within IT...

Intermediate BI Developer – KwaZulu-Natal Durban North

Intermediate BI DeveloperTurn data into strategy with a leading analytics provider.Durban (office based) | R28 000 - R35 000 About Our ClientOur client is a forward-thinking analytics provider helping businesses transform data into strategic decisions. With a focus on...

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