Google adds African languages to AI tools
Google has expanded its AI Overviews and AI Mode search tools to support 13 African languages in addition to English. The newly supported languages are Afrikaans (South Africa), Akan (Ghana), Amharic (Ethiopia), Hausa (Nigeria), Kinyarwanda (Rwanda), Afaan Oromoo...
Vodacom kicks of 2026 UN Global Compact SDG Innovation Accelerator
Vodacom has launched the 2026 cohort of the UN Global Compact SDG Innovation Accelerator, welcoming 98 young professionals from across Africa to develop commercially-viable business solutions aligned to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). “This...
Trends shaping SA’s food security
South Africa’s food retail and wholesale sector is one of the country’s most dynamic industries, directly linked to household consumption, employment, and food security. It reflects both the opportunities and pressures shaping the economy in 2025 and beyond. These...
Global energy outages on the rise
As extreme weather events, such as wildfires, hurricanes, and floods intensify around the world, already stressed energy grids are struggling to keep up, leading to a growing number of power outages globally. The energy comparison experts at iSelect have compiled the...
Nvidia’s H200 exports to China could reshape AI investment
The decision by the Trump administration to allow Nvidia to export its advanced H200 artificial intelligence (AI) chips to approved customers in China represents a material shift in the global AI investment environment. This is according to Nigel Green, CEO of deVere...
Is AI choosing your Xmas gifts this year?
While artificial intelligence (AI) has become a regular part of the business environment, home assistance, and everyday consumer experiences, not many would have expected AI tools to transform holiday shopping. However, a rising number of consumers are now embracing...
Financial sector came under sustained attack in 2026
The 2025 Kaspersky Security Bulletin provides a review of the major cybersecurity trends of the year and offers a look towards the future of cybersecurity, including within the financial sector. According to the report, in 2025, the financial sector navigated a...
Call for Science Oscars nominations
The National Science and Technology Forum (NSTF) calls for nominations for the 28th NSTF-South32 Awards. The awards focus on science, engineering and technology (SET) and innovation in South Africa. The NSTF’s theme for 2026 is ‘Healthy Aging’ in recognition of the...
Rebound in tech jobs signals industry growth
Demand for technology professionals in South Africa has bounced back strongly in the second half of 2025, suggesting that the technology sector is turning a corner. Pnet’s Job Market Trends Report for November 2025 shows meaningful signs of recovery for the IT sector...
Fibre-led broadband key for SA’s fixed communications
Fixed communication services revenue in South Africa is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4,1% during 2025-2030. Broadband, led by fiber-optic (FTTH/B) and accelerating fibre rollouts, will be the primary growth engine, while fixed wireless...
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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...
Technology key to AfCFTA success
The establishment of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is a monumental step toward reshaping Africa’s economic landscape, writes Meluleki Nzimande, partner at Webber Wentzel. Encompassing 54 of the 55 African Union member states, it aims to create a...
AI, sustainability and resilience top supply chain trends for 2025
Companies across Africa and throughout the world continue to face significant challenges in their supply chains as natural disasters, geopolitical instability and a complex regulatory landscape disrupt supply chain processes. By Fawwaz Mohammed and Morisha Naicker,...
Securing Africa’s manufacturing sector against cybercrime
Connectivity and automation have undeniably revolutionised the manufacturing sector, boosting efficiency and productivity. However, they have also introduced significant vulnerabilities, leaving the industry increasingly exposed to cybersecurity threats. By Andre...
Digital risks and cybercrime trends to be on the lookout for in 2025
Data has become an increasingly lucrative commodity to cyber criminals and businesses worldwide face a growing prevalence of cyber threats fueled by artificial intelligence (AI) and deepfake technology. Costs following incidents of such a nature can be very high....
Linda Saunders takes the helm at Salesforce SA
Salesforce has announced that Linda Saunders has been promoted to the position of Salesforce country manager and senior director of solution engineering for Africa. Since joining Salesforce in 2022 as Director of Solution Engineering for the African market, Saunders...
IT Asset Disposition key for ESG success
The focus on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors has become a critical element in strategic decision-making. CIOs are increasingly aligning their businesses with sustainability, from reducing carbon footprints to fostering social equity. However, a...
NEC XON achieves top Fortinet support certification
NEC XON has achieved the prestigious Fortinet Engage Technical Support Partner (ETSP) designation, making it one of only two companies in South Africa to hold this certification. According to Ian Kruger, presales and engineering manager at NEC XON, who led the ETSP...
Rewiring STEM to accelerate girls and women
The world runs on algorithms. They power economies, industries, and the way we experience daily life, but algorithms are only as good as the data they are built on. By Christina Naidoo, chief operating officer of Huawei South Africa The structures governing STEM have...
How local businesses can harness the power of SDN
Software-defined networking (SDN) is reshaping the landscape of network management, offering local businesses in South Africa a gateway to enhanced efficiency, agility and significant cost savings. By Avinash Gupta, head of the centre of excellence (COE) at In2IT...
AI Developer (Azure) – Remote Remote
Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for an AI Developer (Azure) to join our financial services client based in Sandton on a hybrid contract role.What you will be...
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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...
Full Stack Developer (Senior) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
We are looking for a Senior Full Stack Developer to work on a critical enterprise web platform providing secure single sign-on and access to multiple business services. The role spans backend, frontend, cloud, and operational support, and requires strong technical...
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Configure, maintain and administer all systems related technology and infrastructure within branches and multiple data centres.Key Performance Areas-Plan and set up systems' infrastructure-Maintain high availability of systems' infrastructure-Maintain continuous...
Full Stack Developer (Senior) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Pretoria
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System Administrator – Gauteng Primrose
Configure, maintain and administer all systems related technology and infrastructure within branches and multiple data centres.Key Performance Areas-Plan and set up systems' infrastructure-Maintain high availability of systems' infrastructure-Maintain continuous...
Full Stack Developer (Senior) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
We are seeking a Senior Full Stack Developer to join a DevOps team responsible for building and maintaining enterprise-scale business applications. The role involves end-to-end development across backend and frontend layers, close collaboration with business...
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Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a BI Developer to join our client based in Centurion for a hybrid role.What you will be doing:Design, develop, and deliver...
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BI Developer – Gauteng Centurion
Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a BI Developer to join our client based in Centurion for a hybrid role.What you will be doing:Design, develop, and deliver...
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