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...

SA young scientists recognised at Taiwan International Science Fair

Two exceptional young scientists from Limpopo and the Western Cape have been recognised for their innovative research projects at the prestigious Taiwan International Science Fair (TISF). Karabo Mpuru, a former learner at Northern Academy in Polokwane, and Yu-Yao...

What salary should you be earning?

What is your job worth to employers? To answer that question, online recruitment platform Pnet has released its Pnet Job Market Trends Report, including the 2026 Salary Guide. Based on actual salary offerings from thousands of vacancies posted across the company’s...

Gartner Hype Cycle reveals how AI could transform sales

In response to evolving buyer behaviors and shifting purchasing trends, chief sales officers (CSOs) are transforming traditional sales practices by embracing innovative approaches, according to Gartner. Gartner’s Hype Cycle for Sales Transformation, 2025 highlights...

Mobile and digital IDs defining the future of travel

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released the results of its 2025 Global Passenger Survey (GPS), highlighting two key trends that are redefining the passenger travel experience: mobile reliance is rising; and biometric adoption is accelerating....

DLL hijacking has doubled since 2023

Security specialist Kaspersky reports that dynamic link library (DLL) hijacking attacks have doubled in the past two years. DLL hijacking is a common technique in which attackers replace a library loaded by a legitimate process with a malicious one. It is used by...

Why aren’t we deploying AI data centres at scale?

Kathy Gibson reports from Tognana, Italy – Data centres are the engines of innovation, but face massive challenges to keep up with growing demands from artificial intelligence (AI), power and cooling issues, staffing shortages and sustainability imperatives. A panel...

Response speed crucial in preventing ransomware damage

Acting swiftly is essential to stopping ransomware attacks before they can cause serious harm, according to new insights from Cisco Talos, which says that organisations responding to detection system alerts within two hours - or engaging Talos IR (Incident Response)...

Axiz inks deal to distribute Broadcom’s product suite

Axiz has partnered with MBCOM Technologies – Broadcom’s sole distributor in the region - to distribute the full Broadcom software portfolio. The agreement brings together MBCOM’s structured regional channel programme and Axiz’s established distribution network in...

SA innovation at the heart of global health transformation

Vitality and Google have announced a global partnership to launch Vitality AI – a new platform which will integrate Google Cloud's advanced AI and data analytics with Vitality’s vast health datasets and behaviour-change expertise - to transform how millions worldwide...

Intel, Cisco deliver first systems approach for AI workloads at the edge

Cisco and Intel have announced a first-of-its-kind integrated platform for distributed AI workloads. Powered by Intel Xeon 6 system-on-chip (SoC), the solution brings compute, networking, storage, and security closer to data generated at the edge for realtime AI...

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How to defend against AI-enabled attackers

AI benefits our society at large in numerous ways, but cybercriminals are using this new technology for nefarious purposes. From gathering data more efficiently to using large language models to craft phishing communications, experienced and novice threat actors are...

Make the most of Black Friday deals and avoid pitfalls

A newly released study projects that South Africa’s wholesale, retail, and fuel sectors will generate an additional R88-billion for the economy during the Black Friday “month” of November. Research by the Bureau of Market Research suggests that retailers alone will...

What’s under the PBX hood? 

Cloud-based telephony built on a carrier grade platform that simplifies voice? What does that even mean, and how can businesses find the right solution, asks Natalie van der Merwe, head of telephony at Vox. The cloud PBX market is expected to reach $71,75-billion by...

Tech lightens the load of high-risk road transport

Technology plays a major role in reducing losses, particularly on high-value, high-risk loads, in South Africa, writes Kamal Patel, MD: South Africa at GoMetro. Trade across the African continent encompasses a broad range of primary and manufactured goods. Among these...

Big price cut on Acer Nitro V 15 gaming laptop

On Black Friday, gamers can get the Acer Nitro V 15 gaming laptop (model ANV15-51, NH.QNDEA.001) at its lowest price ever. Previously priced at R12 999, it will now be available for R9 999 – and the Black Friday offer also includes three months of PC Game Pass for...

Don’t let FOMO compromise your security on Black Friday

Consumers are shoring up their cash for Black Friday on 29 November, which is expected to generate more in sales than last year’s figure of R26,6-billion. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the US shopping tradition arriving in South Africa and retailers are...

Be on the alert for cybercriminals when shopping online

As November ushers in the start of the holiday shopping and spending season, it also unfortunately signals an increase in cybercrimes. As a result, it is critical for shoppers to be extra vigilant to avoid falling victim to fraudsters. Chris Boxall, FNB’s head of card...

Mimecast expands partner program

Mimecast has launched its Partner ONE MSP Program, delivering a consistent and scalable partner experience for managed service providers (MSPs) by providing partners with the support they need to grow, evolve, differentiate, and amplify their business via a...

Paratus Group opens in Kenya

Paratus Group has launched of Paratus Kenya through a joint venture with Nairobi-based IT and ISP company, MoveOn Telecoms. The new company has been created to provide and install Starlink services. Last year, Paratus was announced as an Authorised Reseller of...

MTN debuts affordable 5G smartphone

MTN South Africa has launched its 5G-enabled smartphone, MTN Icon 5G, designed to provide customers with faster and more reliable communication on the MTN network. The MTN Icon 5G is available from R219 pm x 36-momths on Core price plan, inclusive of 1GB anytime data...

Test Analyst – Automation – Remote Remote

Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Test Analyst - Automation to join our financial services client based in Sandton for a 12-months contract role.What you will be...

Intermediate SQL Developer (Somerset West) – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:THE coding talents of an Intermediate SQL Developer are sought to join the team of a leading player in the fresh produce industry offering IT, analytics, and software support services. The ideal candidate should possess expertise in SQL development, report...

C#.Net Developer

Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a C#.Net Developer to join our financial services client based in Sandton for a 12-months contract role. The C# Developer will be...

Test Analyst – 3246

?? Technical Test Analyst / Automation Tester (Agile & DevOps)We're looking for a hands-on Technical Tester who thrives in complex, Agile environments and owns quality from build to production.What you must bring:?? Automation Testing with strong scripting...

C#.Net Developer – Remote Remote

Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a C#.Net Developer to join our financial services client based in Sandton for a 12-months contract role. The C# Developer will be...

Test Analyst – 3246 – Gauteng Pretoria

?? Technical Test Analyst / Automation Tester (Agile & DevOps)We're looking for a hands-on Technical Tester who thrives in complex, Agile environments and owns quality from build to production.What you must bring:?? Automation Testing with strong scripting...

Senior Python Developer (AWS/Azure) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Python Developer with strong cloud engineering expertise across AWS and/or Azure. The ideal candidate has 7+ years of hands-on Python development experience, deep understanding of cloud-native architectures, and a proven...

Backend Integration Developer

There is a demand to support the Oracle business community with Organisation as a backfill resource. To provide functional support to Organisation ERP system users on assigned modules with focus on testing, business analysis, system setup and configuration.To take...

Backend Integration Developer – Gauteng Pretoria CBD

There is a demand to support the Oracle business community with Organisation as a backfill resource. To provide functional support to Organisation ERP system users on assigned modules with focus on testing, business analysis, system setup and configuration.To take...

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