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...

Global IT spend set for13,5% growth, to $6,31trn

Worldwide IT spending is expected to reach $6,31-trillion in 2026, up 13,5% from 2025, according to the latest forecast by Gartner. “This latest forecast underscores the accelerating momentum in AI infrastructure and advanced memory,” says John-David Lovelock,...

European Commission calls out TikTok’s ‘addictive’ algorithm

The European Commission has preliminarily found TikTok in breach of the Digital Services Act for its addictive design. This includes features such as infinite scroll, autoplay, push notifications, and its highly personalised recommender system.   Risk assessment...

Online safety for children still a top priority

Minors accessing harmful online content, particularly via social media, is a top Internet safety priority in South Africa and worldwide. That’s according to ISPA, South Africa’s official internet Industry Representative Body (IRB), on the eve of Safer Internet Day...

Countries urged to plan for sovereign AI

Kathy Gibson reports from Tognana, Italy – Nations that want to succeed in the age of artificial intelligence (AI) must ensure they have the infrastructure in-country to support AI sovereignty. Carlo Ruiz, vice-president: AI solutions and operations EMEA at Nvidia,...

SA ahead in the data centre stakes

Kathy Gibson reports from Tognana, Italy - South Africa is holding its own in the globally-competitive data centre market. Not only are most of the big data centre players operating at scale in South Africa, they are largely doing so using clean and reliable...

AI ethics key to its adoption in SA

New research from Zoho shows that 92,6% of South African businesses have started their AI journey - with 32,7% achieving widespread or advanced implementation. The study further highlights that, compared to other markets, more South African businesses (40%)...

Where AI is heading in 2026 …

The coming year will see AI push deeper into everyday life, but with some major caveats, according to leading Internet Exchange operator DE-CIX’s technology outlook for 2026. From emotionally intelligent banking assistants capable of detecting frustration in a...

Resellers: Make your voice heard

There's just one week left to vote for the South African IT distribution channel’s most prestigious awards – the Channelwise Awards 2025 – where resellers and partners get the chance to rate and reward their top distributors and vendors. “Over the years, the...

AWS and OpenAI in $38bn partnership

Amazon Web Services (AWS) and OpenAI have announced a multi-year, strategic partnership that provides AWS’s infrastructure to run and scale OpenAI’s core artificial intelligence (AI) workloads starting immediately. Under this new $38 billion agreement, which will have...

Total vehicle sales hit decade-high levels

The South African motor industry continues to defy expectations, posting another month of exceptional growth, according to the latest numbers from naamsa | The Automotive Business Council. Total vehicle sales in October reached 55 956 units – the highest monthly total...

Key talent management trends leaders should prepare for

Ongoing AI integration, coupled with a fragile economy, is causing CHROs to re-evaluate their 2026 talent strategies, according to Gartner. The research group has identified four trends that will shape talent management in 2026: The decline in entry-level roles will...

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What to do with your old servers when transitioning to the cloud?

As businesses move to the cloud, the question of what to do with legacy IT infrastructure – especially older servers – becomes increasingly pressing. Rather than discarding these assets, companies should consider refurbishing servers, a sustainable and financially...

Master the challenges of unified comms

As the digital era accelerates, organisations increasingly demand communication solutions that are seamless, reliable, and adaptable. Unified communications (UC) platforms offer a way to streamline operations, boost collaboration, and enable real-time data flow. By:...

Close the Readiness Gap for fast recovery

While many have invested heavily in frontline defence tools to try to keep out bad actors, they have spent far less time and money preparing for what happens when the criminals eventually get in. And they will get in. By Darren Thomson, field chief technology officer:...

Rise in telco fraud threatens digital trust

Telecommunications fraud is on the rise in South Africa, with the sector seeing one of the highest suspected digital fraud attempt rates globally. In 2023 alone, 15,5% of all suspected digital fraud attempts in South Africa targeted the telecom industry, marking a...

The true cost of Africa’s counterfeit electrical goods trade

Financial pressures in South Africa and across Africa have led to a surge in demand for cheaper products, creating a lucrative market for counterfeiters. This has even extended to electrical goods which have infiltrated between 40% to 80% of markets on the continent,...

Shifting trade networks and their impact on Africa

As the global economic landscape continues to evolve, shifting trade relationships among major economies are set to have profound impacts on African trade. By Michelle Knowles, head of trade and working capital (pan-Africa), and Michael von Fintel, head of financial...

Fintech develops WhatsApp-powered bank card

Mama Money Financial Services, a fintech specialising in cost-effective money transfers, has launched a new bank card that enables cardholders to manage their account and money through a WhatsApp solution. In collaboration with Access Bank and Pick n Pay, the Mama...

Know who’s spying on you

Kaspersky is introducing a new feature in its mobile apps for Android – Who’s Spying on Me, extending its protection against digital stalking. In addition to stalkerware detection, the new feature provides protection from offline stalking by detecting suspicious...

HP debuts new security features

HP Inc has announced the launch of HP Enterprise Security Edition, a suite of security capabilities designed to enhance the physical security of HP business class PCs. HP Enterprise Security Edition includes multilayered safeguards to protect PC hardware and firmware...

FNB rolls out contactless payment on N3, N4

FNB, in collaboration with technology partner Visa, has successfully completed the roll out of new contactless payments across select toll gates ahead of the festive rush. FNB has rolled out the new tap-and-go solution with selected toll road concessionaires over the...

FinOps Anaylst

FinOps AnalystJoin a high-growth fintech scaling its UK operations from Cape TownUK hours | R25,000 - R40,000 per month + cash benefits About Our ClientOur client is a rapidly growing fintech company providing innovative lending solutions to UK businesses. With a...

Systems Business Analyst (Supply Chain)

A major South African value retailer, originating in Cape Town, that sells affordable clothing, footwear, beauty products, homeware, and cellular items is seeking a Supply Chain Systems Business Analyst who will serve as the crucial interface between Systems Teams,...

FinOps Anaylst – Western Cape Cape Town Region

FinOps AnalystJoin a high-growth fintech scaling its UK operations from Cape TownUK hours | R25,000 - R40,000 per month + cash benefits About Our ClientOur client is a rapidly growing fintech company providing innovative lending solutions to UK businesses. With a...

Systems Business Analyst (Supply Chain) – Western Cape Cape Town

A major South African value retailer, originating in Cape Town, that sells affordable clothing, footwear, beauty products, homeware, and cellular items is seeking a Supply Chain Systems Business Analyst who will serve as the crucial interface between Systems Teams,...

Business Analyst (GLR) 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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A fast-growing international startup consultancy building bespoke software to create digital transformationsolutions for a wide variety of corporate clients requires a Senior C# ASP.Net Developer.The candidate will be required to develop software and applications...

Senior Application Project Manager

?? We're Hiring: Senior Application Project Manager ??Are you a strategic thinker who thrives at the intersection of technology, people, and delivery excellence?Do you love leading complex application projects from concept to completion — and seeing your work make a...

Business Analyst (GLR) at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg

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