Top performers turn AI into revenue, profit growth
Companies that are able to strategically use artificial intelligence (AI) are far more likely to post more than 10% revenue growth, with more than 15% profit margins from their AI deployments. This is among the findings from NTT Data’s newly-released 2026 Global AI...
SA’s mobile service revenue to register just 1,1% CAGR
South Africa’s mobile services market is set to register a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1,1% from $7,1-billion in 2025 to $7,5-billion in 2030. While traditional voice revenues continue to erode, sustained growth in mobile broadband, expanding LTE footprints,...
SASE accelerates as enterprises prioritise unified networking, security
The shift from software-defined wide area network (SD-WAN) to secure access service edge (SASE) is reshaping enterprise connectivity strategies. According to GlobalData, the shift is driven by hybrid work, cloud migration, and rising security challenges that demand...
Desktop overtakes mobile in share of Web traffic
Over the past three years, mobile phones have consistently accounted for over 60% of total web traffic, driven by faster mobile networks and a generation glued to their phones for everything, from news and shopping to entertainment. However, for the first time in...
PMI points to manufacturing fragility
The November PMI results highlight the ongoing fragility in South Africa’s manufacturing sector. A steep deterioration in demand and production overshadowed slight gains in employment and business expectations. Lower cost pressures are a positive, but alone are not...
Vehicle sales continue positive streak
Aggregate motor industry sales of 54 896 units in November were 12,5% higher than in November 2024, while the year-to-date total of 547 966 units is 15,4% ahead of the figure recorded in the first 11 months of last year. “As we approach the end of 2025, the motor...
Spacecoin satellites aim to build decentralised Internet in space
Space Telecommunications (STI), the entity behind the open-source satellite internet protocol Spacecoin, has launched three satellites aboard a rideshare mission from Vandenberg Space Force Base. The move is an advancement toward a permissionless, decentralised...
Could Bitcoin outperform Nasdaq, gold?
Bitcoin may well outperform both the Nasdaq and gold over the coming weeks, if a recovery rally in risk assets follows the recent correction, according to Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group. His assessment comes as cryptocurrencies slumped sharply on Monday, with...
While important, data streaming can create bottlenecks
Large organizations are experiencing a wide range of pain points when using data streaming to train or run artificial intelligence (AI) systems. Research by Conduktor, which 200 senior IT and data executives at large companies with an annual revenue of $50 million or...
MENA emerges as global leader in digital transformation
A new GSMA report, Accelerating digital industries in the GCC and wider MENA region, reveals that enterprises across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) are outpacing global peers in their adoption of advanced digital technologies, underpinned by ambitious...
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Grey list removal a milestone, not mission accomplished
Last Friday (24 October 2025), news broke that South Africa was removed from the Financial Action Task Force’s (FATF) grey list. By Sameer Kumandan, MD of SearchWorks This comes after the country made significant progress to improve the effectiveness of its anti-money...
Why the greylisting outcome demands a new era of financial integrity
The verdict is in: South Africa has been removed from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list. It’s a milestone worth celebrating, but not a finish line, writes Hawken McEwan, director of risk and compliance at nCino KYC Africa. The reforms of the past two...
Execution has become the new frontier of innovation
No matter the technology approach, it is ultimately the impact that matters. Innovation today isn’t about chasing the next big idea or implementing Artificial Intelligence (AI) in a vacuum; the success comes from implementing AI that has impact, and that truly makes a...
Red Hat to support Red Hat OpenShift on Nvidia BlueField DPUs
Red Hat has announced support for Red Hat OpenShift on Nvidia BlueField data processing units (DPUs), making it easier for organisations to deploy demanding AI application workloads with optimised security, networking and storage capabilities. While modern business...
NTT Data delivers connectivity for Nedbank Gravel Burn
NTT Data has announced its role as technology partner for the inaugural Nedbank Gravel Burn - a seven-stage, 800-kilometre gravel bike race from Knysna to Shamwari. NTT Data will deliver the secure connectivity and network infrastructure needed to keep more than 500...
Smart regulation could unlock SA’s payment revolution
While the South African Reserve Bank's (SARB's) decision to embark on an inclusive robust review of the National Payment System (NPS) to allow non-banks and fintech’s into the ecosystem is a game changer, we must be cautious not to overregulate as this may...
AI heralds a new era of innovation for telecoms
Artificial intelligence (AI) is disrupting the status quo in telecommunications. As major global innovators push the boundaries of AI development, telecom companies have an opportunity to leverage these capabilities and deliver groundbreaking services that redefine...
The storage vulnerability you didn’t know you had
Data management is increasingly coming under the governance spotlight, yet a significant vulnerability often goes unnoticed. Many businesses operating on Microsoft 365 assume their data is comprehensively backed up. While Microsoft provides robust infrastructure...
Designing inclusive African cities for climate resilience and social equity
Observed annually on 31 October, World Cities Day spotlights the transformative potential of people-centred smart cities in shaping equitable, prosperous, sustainable, and inclusive urban environments. This year’s theme underscores the imperative to design cities that...
From CV to conversation: Why the interview is crucial
A CV gives recruiters and employers an overview of a candidate’s qualifications, skills and career history, but it only tells one part of the candidate’s story. By Vanessa Gibb, people lead at Pnet Once you’ve compiled a shortlist of suitable candidates that meet the...
Business Analyst (Student Information Systems) at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client is a well-established and highly regarded South African software development company that develops, supports and consults software solutions for the academic sector. With offices in Jhb and Cape Town, they are progressive with regard to...
Principle .Net Developer/Architect – EvdB
This role, within a flat organizational structure, requires both leadership skills and technical expertise, as well as a willingness to undertake tasks from solution design to core functionality development.Key responsibilities include:• Architect and develop...
Backend Developer (C#.Net) (CPT/JHB Hybrid) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:A growing global FinTech company seeks the coding talents of a strong strategic-thinking Backend Developer to ensure the successful delivery of its technical roadmap. Operating within an Agile framework, you will collaborate with Developers and Project...
Scrum Master at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
About our client:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...
IT Desktop Support Engineer (Tier 1) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:Our client was established in the 90's and while headquartered in Cape Town, they do have a large office in Jhb and great global presence with over 500+ employees. They are a diverse team of engineers, developers and specialists in finance, HR,...
Full Stack Developer (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:Our client is a global investment advisory firm focusing on long-term value creation through investment strategies. They work with a diverse group of institutional partners and pride themselves on their collaborative, sustainable, inclusive culture...
Business Analyst (Student Information Systems) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:Our client is a well-established and highly regarded South African software development company that develops, supports and consults software solutions for the academic sector. With offices in Jhb and Cape Town, they are progressive with regard to...
Principle .Net Developer/Architect – EvdB – Gauteng Pretoria
This role, within a flat organizational structure, requires both leadership skills and technical expertise, as well as a willingness to undertake tasks from solution design to core functionality development.Key responsibilities include:• Architect and develop...
Business Analyst (Payment Gateway & Card Processing) Contract (6 months)
ENVIRONMENT:Are you passionate about building world-class payment experiences? Do you have hands-on experience with payment gateway solutions, Online card acceptance and processing, and the South African acquiring landscape? If yes, they would love to meet you. Our...
Software Engineer at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...
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