Poorest workers pay the most for data
For millions of cashiers, guards and cleaners, staying connected is unaffordable. A single gigabyte of prepaid data in South Africa costs around R85 – the equivalent of three hours of work at the minimum wage of R28.79 per hour. In Europe, the same gigabyte costs less...
These jobs are in demand
The future of work in South Africa will be shaped by rising demand for professionals that offer a strong blend of technical skills, business acumen and digital fluency. This is according to Pnet’s September 2025 Job Market Trends Report, which explores 15 jobs that...
AI investments a priority as capital spending stalls
Chief financial officers (CFOs) are entering the second half of 2025 facing a mix of cost pressures, policy shifts and geopolitical risks, resulting in 37% of finance leaders already pausing some capital spending, according to a survey by Gartner. “This survey of...
PC shipments are up amid tariff concerns
Counterpoint Research’s preliminary estimates from its PC service indicate that the global PC shipment market grew 8,4% YoY in Q2 2025, marking the highest YoY increase since 2022 when pandemic-driven demand lifted the market. The Q2 growth was mainly driven by the...
Uranus is warmer than we thought
For millennia, astronomers thought Uranus was no more than a distant star. It wasn’t until the late 18th century that Uranus was universally accepted as a planet. To this day, the ringed, blue world subverts scientists’ expectations, but new NASA research helps puzzle...
SA companies go all-in on AI adoption
Kathy Gibson reports – South African corporates are fully embracing generative artificial intelligence (GenAI), which is well on its way to being used as a mature and useful tool. This is the headline finding from the South African GenAI Roadmap 2025 presented today...
Advance in speculative decoding speeds AI
Researchers from Intel Labs and the Weizmann Institute of Science have introduced a major advance in speculative decoding. The new technique, presented at the International Conference on Machine Learning (ICML), in Vancouver, enables any small “draft” model to...
Don’t fall for a QR code scam
In today’s digital world, QR codes are placed on almost everything - from yogurt containers and restaurant menus to museum exhibits, and even utility bills and parking lots. People use them to open websites, download apps, collect loyalty programme points, make...
Gaia Renewables 1 expands power portfolio
In a transaction worth more than R200-million, Gaia Renewables 1, listed on the Cape Town Stock Exchange (CTSE), has officially acquired stakes in two renewable energy plants. The transaction includes the sale of what is arguably South Africa’s first solar IPP...
Gaming GPU helps crack a ceramics code
Ceramics - the humble mix of earth, fire and artistry - have been part of a global conversation for millennia. From Tang Dynasty trade routes to Renaissance palaces, from museum vitrines to high-stakes auction floors, they’ve carried culture across borders, evolving...
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Virtual agents can help nail hyper-personalisation
Despite being the coal face of business-consumer contact, call centres have long struggled to offer personal customer experience. Virtual agents may finally solve the problem, combining powerful data and language processing models with adaptable personas to deliver a...
Human-operated ransomware an emerging cyber threat
Everyone's heard of ransomware attacks. Now human-operated ransomware (HOR) has emerged as a particularly insidious and sophisticated menace. By Armand Kruger, head of cybersecurity at NEC XON Unlike automated ransomware attacks, which often rely on indiscriminate...
Partially occupied offices a risk for business owners
While several large companies have spearheaded a gradual return-to-work, the hybrid working model has remained sticky for many South Africans. The latest BrandMapp survey indicates that as of 2023, 54% of "mid-market-and-up" South Africans are either following the...
Know the difference between induction and onboarding
In the fast-paced realm of people management, "induction" and "onboarding" are frequently used interchangeably, yet each bears unique significance in shaping the employee experience. By Anja van Beek, talent strategist, leadership expert and executive coach First...
Dynamic pricing unlocks the value of cloud software licensing
While the technology sector sits at the forefront of innovation across every industry vertical in the modern digital economy, the legacy software licensing model lags the innovation curve and threatens to constrain value creation among business users without a more...
Malicious apps a hidden danger in your pocket
Cybercriminals are unleashing a fresh wave of malicious apps designed to steal your most sensitive information - and they're getting smarter by the day. "The landscape of mobile security is changing rapidly," warns William Petherbridge, manager of systems engineering...
Technology helps preserve the ancient art of animal tracking
Animal tracking is among the oldest forms of science in recorded history, its origins dating back tens of thousands of years. By Mandy Duncan, country manager for HPE Aruba Networking South Africa Despite its importance to understanding the world around us, trackers...
CXG wins big with Nando’s
DSG (Digital Solutions Group), in partnership with Nando's, has been named Best CX Team of the Year in the Transformation category of this year's Customer Experience Africa awards. Brandon Meszaros, CEO of Customer Experience Group, a member of DSG, says,\: "Being...
Huawei Cloud debuts GaussDB and Database Pioneer Program
Huawei Cloud successfully hosted the Database Innovation Forum 2024 in Cape Town, South Africa. The theme of the forum was "GaussDB: A Better Way to Database". In collaboration with local customers and partners, Huawei introduced its GaussDB solutions to enable...
Collaboration, awareness key to solving the e-waste crisis
As far as electronic waste in South Africa goes, the work has only just begun. Fortunately, key players like E-Waste Recycling Authority (ERA) are making strides in this area, as shown by their recently released 2023 Annual Report. Responsible for processing 22% of...
React.js Developer (Redux & JavaScript) (CPT Hybrid) – Western Cape Western Cape
ENVIRONMENT:DESIGN & build modern user interface components to enhance application performance as the next [URL Removed] Developer sought by a dynamic Financial Services company. Working on cutting-edge projects, you will develop and implement user interface...
Operation Business Analyst at Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd – Western Cape Somerset West
Red Ember Recruitment is seeking to hire an Operations Business Analyst for our client based in Somerset west. Collect, clean, and analyse financial, operational, and sales data. Develop and maintain dashboards and reports (e.g., Power BI, Excel). Track KPIs and...
Senior F5 Network Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
We're looking for an experienced F5 Engineer to manage and optimize our F5 environment across South Africa and the wider African region. In this critical role, you'll ensure stability, security, and high availability while leading implementations, troubleshooting...
SAP ABAP Developer (Advanced) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
SAP ABAP Developer (Advanced) – Exciting Global IT ProjectsOur client in the motor industry is seeking a highly skilled SAP ABAP Developer (Advanced) to join their dynamic IT Hub team. This is a unique opportunity to work on global projects, contribute to cutting-edge...
Data Scientist (12-Month Contract)
Data Scientist (12-Month Contract)Unlock the power of AI with impactful, real-world applicationsJohannesburg | R600 per hour About Our ClientOur client is a specialist AI consultancy dedicated to helping enterprises realise the full potential of artificial...
Business Process Analyst (CPT)
ENVIRONMENT:A cutting-edge Cloud Solutions company is looking for a dynamic Business Process Analyst to take the lead in analysing, designing, and optimising business processes with a strong focus on the customer journey. This role blends systems analysis, workflow...
SAP ABAP Developer (Advanced) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
SAP ABAP Developer (Advanced) – Exciting Global IT ProjectsOur client in the motor industry is seeking a highly skilled SAP ABAP Developer (Advanced) to join their dynamic IT Hub team. This is a unique opportunity to work on global projects, contribute to cutting-edge...
Data Scientist (12-Month Contract) – Gauteng Johannesburg
Data Scientist (12-Month Contract)Unlock the power of AI with impactful, real-world applicationsJohannesburg | R600 per hour About Our ClientOur client is a specialist AI consultancy dedicated to helping enterprises realise the full potential of artificial...
Business Process Analyst (CPT) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:A cutting-edge Cloud Solutions company is looking for a dynamic Business Process Analyst to take the lead in analysing, designing, and optimising business processes with a strong focus on the customer journey. This role blends systems analysis, workflow...
Senior SAP Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior SAP Developer to join our team. This role requires strong technical expertise in SAP ABAP, R/3, and S/4HANA, with the ability to design, develop, and optimize SAP solutions that deliver measurable business value. The ideal...
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