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...

AI, resilience, growth key for financial services CEOa

Financial services leaders across Africa are entering 2026 with renewed confidence, placing artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, regulatory resilience and strategic growth at the centre of their transformation agendas. This is the headline finding from KPMG’s...

Stablecoins make their way into everyday use

A new global study reveals that stablecoins are no longer niche, but are becoming a practical, everyday form of money being used around the world for everything from getting paid to buying goods and services. BVNK’s Stablecoin Utility Report, which surveyed over 4 600...

Maker Economy could break SA’s youth deadlock

Almost half of South Africa’s young people remain shut out of work and education, despite ongoing efforts to reverse the trend. New Q3 2025 data by Statistics South Africa puts the not in employment, education, or training (NEET) rate for 15-34-year-olds at 42,7% –...

Fraud still rising as digital crime evolves

As the world marks International Fraud Awareness Week (16–22 November, 2025), Forvis Mazars South Africa warns that despite more sophisticated compliance systems, occupational fraud and corruption in sub-Saharan Africa remain at alarmingly high levels - and are...

First pan-African quantum challenge launched

The Africa Quantum Consortium (AQC) has launched Hack the Horizon: the Pan-African Quantum Challenge, an initiative designed to assemble and activate the continent’s sovereign quantum ecosystem. Registration for the continent-wide challenge, which unites Africa’s top...

SA’s business liquidations skyrocket

South Africa’s corporate sector is under siege with the latest report from Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) revealing that 145 businesses were liquidated in September - pushing the 2025 year-to-date total to 1 180 closures. This marks a 23,9% spike compared to...

NASA shares pics of solar system visitor

NASA is in the midst of a solar system-wide observation campaign, turning its spacecraft and space telescopes to follow comet 3I/ATLAS, the third known interstellar object to pass through our solar system. Twelve NASA assets have captured and processed imagery of the...

MeerKAT key to decoding interstellar visitor 3I/ATLAS

The University of Cape Town (UCT) has played a pivotal role in a major scientific result confirming that the interstellar object 3I/ATLAS is behaving like a comet and shows no sign of technological activity. An international team, co-led by UCT’s Professor DJ Pisano,...

AI heightens cybersecurity threats

South Africa is still the top target in Africa as cyberattacks continue to menace governments, education institutions, telcos and financial services companies. Artificial intelligence (AI), while proving useful in countering attacks, is also a major new tool in the...

E-commerce growth, improving economy bode well Black Friday

With consumers increasingly embracing online shopping, widespread Black Friday e-commerce promotions are likely to fuel another strong sales year. Although shoppers are likely to remain cautious in their spending, improving economic conditions and other key factors...

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Beyond contracts and compliance: Building trust in security 

Security vulnerabilities cost companies money, clients and reputations. Partnerships build resilience, stability and agile solutions that mitigate these vulnerabilities, writes Richard Frost, head of technology and innovation at Armata Cyber Security. Cybersecurity...

The evolution of data’s ‘AI-dentity’

In a time where data drives decision making and innovation, the journey of artificial intelligence (AI) has transformed from a technical concept to a cornerstone of modern business strategies. And today, we’ve reached the point in the evolution of data’s ‘AI-dentity’...

Registration opens for SAPICS conference

Early Bird registration is open for the 2025 SAPICS Conference, taking place in Cape Town from 8 to 11 June 2025. Organiser and leading industry body SAPICS has announced that this year’s conference features an exciting addition that makes it a must-attend event for...

What MNEs need to know about the new Global Minimum Tax Act

President Cyril Ramaphosa recently signed into law the Global Minimum Tax Act and Global Minimum Tax Administration Act. “The new legislation gives effect to the OECD Global Anti-Base Erosion (GloBE) rules designed to alleviate a member country’s potential tax losses...

Naked raises R700m to accelerate insurance transformation

South African insurtech Naked has secured $38-million (about R700-million) in its latest funding round as it continues to redefine insurance through technology-driven convenience, transparency and cost-effectiveness. The Series B2 funding round was joined by global...

PMI, ITU collaborate on project management excellence

Project Management Institute (PMI) and the United Nations specialised agency for ICTs,  the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), have signed a collaboration agreement to enhance project governance, implementation, and the development of future-ready skills...

MainOne lights up on Equiano

MainOne has added another layer of service through the Equiano submarine cable, providing additional resiliency for enterprise customers to ensure uninterrupted service at no additional cost. By incorporating capacity on the Equiano submarine cable into its network,...

The transformative power of multicloud strategies on file storage

In an increasingly data-driven world, organisations are adopting multicloud strategies to meet their business needs. As companies contend with vast and complex amounts of unstructured data, a multicloud approach allows them to manage, access and protect their...

AI is a team effort

The use of AI and ML in the enterprise continues to grow. However, it comes with many challenges, from developing and deploying to managing AI and ML models. As a result any organization must always view an AI initiative as a cross-departmental team effort. Andreas...

Prioritise data strategies in 2025

As South African businesses navigate an increasingly data-driven world, many face the challenge of turning overwhelming amounts of information into actionable insights. Ferdinand Steenkamp, co-founder at Tregter, emphasises the urgency for companies to adopt clear,...

Senior Fullstack Software Engineer – React (Next.js) & Java

Senior Fullstack Software Engineer - React (Next.js) & Java Join a Global Engineering Group Building High-Impact, Scalable Software Remote (South Africa) | Flexible Hours (EU-Aligned) | Market Related Salary About Our Client Our client is a global software...

Project Manager – Gauteng Roodepoort

Project ManagerManage and oversee the rollout of the following projectsColocation – Interface with internal teamsiSeries – IBM AS400 with TCM in the colocation siteDell Service Migration – Migration of Dell services within colocation sitesSDWAN Deployment – Vendor...

Business Analyst: Supply Chain Systems – Western Cape Cape Town

A leading South African value retailer selling affordable fashion and essentials for the whole family (men, women, kids, babies) and homeware is seeking a Business Analyst to join their team in Cape Town.Responsibilities:Requirements & Analysis: Assess, define,...

Project Manager

ENVIRONMENT:A Consulting Firm who is helping companies create opportunity to accelerate growth through data, is seeking a Project Manager who will be responsible for managing the programme of works and technical delivery of an AFC (Automated Fare Collection) project....

Junior Developer

Launch your development career in a dynamic, full SDLC environment working with cutting-edge Microsoft technologies. Is this you? You're driven, self-motivated and eager to grow your career in a fast-paced, performance-focused environment. You enjoy working across...

Project Manager – Gauteng Johannesburg

ENVIRONMENT:A Consulting Firm who is helping companies create opportunity to accelerate growth through data, is seeking a Project Manager who will be responsible for managing the programme of works and technical delivery of an AFC (Automated Fare Collection) project....

Junior Developer – Gauteng Sandown

Launch your development career in a dynamic, full SDLC environment working with cutting-edge Microsoft technologies. Is this you? You're driven, self-motivated and eager to grow your career in a fast-paced, performance-focused environment. You enjoy working across...

Intermediate Front End Developer (CPT Hybrid)

ENVIRONMENT:DESIGN cutting-edge software solutions while working on global projects for a provider of sustainable and cost-effective Solar Energy seeking to fill the role of an Intermediate Front End Developer. You will play a key part in all development activities...

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