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...

SA’s economic recovery remains fragile

After nearly two decades of weak growth, declining investment and rising structural constraints, South Africa faces a narrow window in which decisive reforms could determine whether it escapes long‑term stagnation or remains trapped in low growth. Coface research...

In an era of instability, restructuring promotes resilience

The era of corporate stability is over and this is why the most important C-suite appointment companies can make in 2026 is a full-time and continually proactive chief restructuring officer (CRO) in charge of a CRO office. A new Global CRO Study 2026, authored by the...

New sea snail discovered in the Great African Seaforest

After nearly a decade of taxonomic puzzle-solving, a team of scientists from the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Department of Biological Sciences, Sea Change Project, the University of Tokyo and Stellenbosch University has unveiled a remarkable discovery: a parasitic...

Saffers are generally happy in love, but Gen Z is left out

As Valentine's Day approaches, a new Ipsos Love Life Satisfaction study reveals that South Africans continue to thrive in matters of the heart, with feeling loved and appreciated ranking as the nation's number one source of happiness – even as financial stress weighs...

Numbers drop, but breached accounts still plague SA

The latest study from cybersecurity specialists Surfshark ranks South Africa as the 36th most breached country in Q3 2025, with 100 600 leaked accounts. Globally, a total of 90,6-million accounts were breached with France ranking first and accounting for 17% of all...

Ransomware, GenAI drive surge in cyberthreats

Organisations worldwide each faced an average of 1 938 cyberattacks per week - a 2% increase from September and a 5% rise YoY – reflecting a continued escalation in global cyberthreats driven by ransomware expansion and risks linked to Generative AI (GenAI). This is...

Telecom operators turn to AI to boost margins

Worldwide spending on telecommunication and pay TV services will reach $1 532-billion in 2025 – a YoY increase of 1,7% - according to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Semiannual Telecom Services Tracker. The latest forecast is slightly more...

AI, cloud and cybersecurity spur Europe’s IT spend

IT spending in Europe is projected to total $1,4-trillion in 2026, an increase of 11,1% from 2025, according to the latest forecast by Gartner. The research group adds that IT spending in Europe is on pace to reach $1,3-trillion by the end of 2025. “AI, cloud, and...

Four in five adults with TB have no symptoms

A study led by the University of Cape Town (UCT) has found that most tuberculosis (TB) cases detected among adults living with someone who has TB are silent (without symptoms) at the time of screening. The study, published in The Lancet Global Health, suggests that to...

IBM delivers new quantum processors, software, algorithms

At the annual Quantum Developer Conference, IBM unveiled fundamental progress on its path to delivering both quantum advantage by the end of 2026 and fault-tolerant quantum computing by 2029. “There are many pillars to bringing truly useful quantum computing to the...

MTN grows customers, adds AI learning

MTN has issued a quarterly update for the period ended 30 September 2025. It boasts 300-million customers and has enjoyed strong broad-based performance across the markets it operates in, led by MTN Nigeria and MTN Ghana. MTN Nigeria has restored positive retained...

New data strategies needed as AI ambitions outpace readiness

A new global study by the IBM Institute for Business Value reveals enterprise data strategies are rapidly evolving as organisations race to scale AI across their business. The findings suggest that, while chief data officers (CDOs) are at the helm of this...

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Kaspersky signs EC’s AI Pact on trustworthy AI use

Advocating for the secure use of AI technologies, Kaspersky has signed the AI Pact, a European Commission initiative that aims to prepare organisations for the implementation of the AI Act – the first ever comprehensive legal framework on AI worldwide, adopted by the...

Can we really fight AI cybersecurity threats with more AI?

In a world where artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly being weaponised by cybercriminals, the question of whether we can effectively combat AI threats with more AI is not just a technical inquiry, but a pressing global concern, writes Lisa Strydom, senior...

Ensure uninterrupted business with cyber readiness

In an era where cyber threats are constantly evolving and are happening faster and more frequently than ever, organisations must prioritise cyber readiness in the form of cyber resilience. By Graham Brown, country manager for Commvault SA/SADC Cyber resilience goes...

Don’t let phishing emails steal your data

Email has become an integral part of daily life, but it’s also a prime channel for cybercriminals. Phishing scams – malicious emails designed to trick recipients into revealing sensitive information – are among the most prevalent threats. In South Africa, where...

How the property sector is evolving

The past year has been challenging for property investors, with a sluggish economy slowing residential rental escalations in most regions in 2024. By Waldo Marcus,  director at TPN from MRI Software Rental escalations are likely to be applied cautiously in 2025 to...

Leading IT trends shaping businesses in 2025

In 2025, IT trends are revolutionising the business landscape, fuelled by rapid technological advancements across all sectors. At the heart of this transformation is AI, alongside a suite of emerging trends that are becoming indispensable for any forward-thinking IT...

The future of AI in 2025

In 2024, artificial intelligence, and particularly Generative AI, became buzzwords across industries as businesses grappled with how the technology would change the way they worked. In 2025, South African business leaders anticipate the technology will mature into a...

How to safeguard against cybercrime

South Africa is a growing cybercrime hotspot on the African continent, with attacks on businesses becoming more common as well as increasingly sophisticated. Karen Rimmer, head of distribution at PSG Insure, highlights that the consequences of cybercrime can be...

Breaking the stigma around employee monitoring

For many, the term “employee monitoring” conjures images of surveillance, distrust, and invasive oversight. This perception is outdated and misaligned with the evolving needs of modern workplaces. According to Warren Bonheim, co-founder of WorkStatz, the award-winning...

Fundamentals of positive customer experience in 2025

By getting certain fundamentals right, companies can deliver a great customer experience (CX) no matter what industry or region they operate in. Wayne Haw, regional director for CX customer success: Middle East and Africa at SAP, unpacks what it means to deliver a...

Data Scientist

This is an exciting career opportunity for someone with a Masters degree in Data Science or studying towards this. Someone with the ability to work with complex data sets and with strong problem solving skills, Desired Skills: Innovation Continuous Improvement Data...

Full Stack Developer (PHP / JavaScript)

Full Stack Developer (PHP / JavaScript)Build and scale modern communication platforms with real-world impactPretoria (office-based) | R30 000 - R40 000 About Our ClientOur client is a communications software company delivering scalable messaging and communication...

Analyst – Junior Men

Purpose of the job:To provide advanced video analysis, live insights, and professional data reporting that meaningfully influence coaching decisions and player development. To operate with precision, speed, and technical competence, ensuring the team has the...

Senior Full Stack Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Role & Responsibilities:You will be part of a feature team responsible for, but not limited to, the following: Understanding business requirements and preparing AS-IS and TO-BE documentation. Obtaining sign-off for functional and/or technical design documents....

Analyst – Junior Men – Western Cape Plattekloof 1

Purpose of the job:To provide advanced video analysis, live insights, and professional data reporting that meaningfully influence coaching decisions and player development. To operate with precision, speed, and technical competence, ensuring the team has the...

Senior SQL Developer (JHB)

ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic Joburg-based Business Process Outsourcer seeks a forward-thinking Senior SQL Developer who sees AI not as a threat but as a powerful productivity enhancer. That leveraging tools like ChatGPT, Claude, or others to automate routine code writing,...

Field Technician

Position: Field TechnicianDepartment: ServiceLocation: Office-based in Montague Park, Cape TownEmployment Type: Full-Time (3-month probation period)Salary: R15,000 - R25,000 per month (depending on experience) Company OverviewFirst Fire is an ASIB-listed Supervising...

Senior SQL Developer (JHB) – Gauteng Johannesburg

ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic Joburg-based Business Process Outsourcer seeks a forward-thinking Senior SQL Developer who sees AI not as a threat but as a powerful productivity enhancer. That leveraging tools like ChatGPT, Claude, or others to automate routine code writing,...

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