Supply chains, built to be efficient, were also built to break
The convergence of physical and digital supply chain risks demands a new strategy, writes Pushpinder Singh, partner and global practice leader: supply chain transformation and offerings at the IBM Institute for Business Value. Just last week, fresh strikes in the...
Africa feels impact of Middle East conflict
The global economic environment has become increasingly volatile with rising frequency of major shocks worldwide. Amid spikes in energy, food and fertilizer prices caused by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, the African Development Bank (AfDB), the African...
National campaign aims for safer solar PV
The South African Insurance Association (SAIA), in partnership with municipalities, national industry bodies, insurers, financial institutions, fire protection organisations, and civil society, has launched the Safe Solar PV & Storage campaign to promote safe,...
Telegram blocks are effective in reducing underground activity
Modern messengers, such as WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal and others, are often used for illicit purposes, but there are effective defenses that can help limit the damage. Kaspersky Digital Footprint Intelligence conducted an in-depth monitoring of over 800 blocked...
US, Taiwan sign new semiconductor deal
The US has reduced tariffs on Taiwan-made semiconductors, and Taiwan has promised to bring more chip manufacturing to the US. The American Institute in Taiwan and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the US yesterday (15 January 2026) signed a...
How the news is trickling out of Iran
With the Internet shut down in Iran, you might wonder how we know as much as we do about what is happening in the country. It is now emerging that digital activists have long prepared for this day by smuggling in Starlink satellite Internet terminals that are being...
Top brands drive growth in SA e-commerce
E-commerce order volume across all channels in South Africa grew 47% year over year in 2025, according to a new report from Omnisend. Analysis of almost 3 000 South African ecommerce brands found that growth was uneven across the market. The top 5% of brands generated...
Land Bank takes systems offline
The Land and Agricultural Development Bank of South Africa, including its subsidiary Land Bank Insurance Company, has confirmed a temporary disruption affecting certain internal IT systems. As a precautionary measure, affected systems were taken offline to protect the...
Geoeconomic risks rise in new age of competition
The World Economic Forum's Global Risks Report 2026, published yesterday (14 January), finds geoeconomic confrontation emerges as the top risk for the year, followed by interstate conflict, extreme weather, societal polarisation and misinformation and disinformation....
These are SA’s most in-demand jobs in 2026
Pnet has released its Job Market Trends Report for December 2025, including the Pnet Job Guide for the year ahead. The analysis highlights fierce competition for jobs with low barriers to entry in terms of experience and qualifications as well as healthy demand for...
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How to reduce your smartphone’s carbon footprint
As useful as smartphones are in our day-to-day life, they also have a considerable impact on the environment and carbon emissions. An estimated 5-billion phones are thrown away each year and each smartphone produces an estimated 93 kg of CO2 over its lifecycle - a...
Break 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, monitoring isn’t...
Bringing SA teachers to the edge of AI
The role of teachers has been inextricably linked to societal progress, with technological advancements often serving as catalysts for educational transformation. By Yesh Surjoodeen, MD of HP Southern Africa From the advent of the printing press to the introduction of...
Top IT trends to watch in 2025
In 2025, the business world will transform rapidly, thanks to exciting advancements in technology. With AI leading the charge, a collection of groundbreaking trends is set to redefine how we think about IT strategies. Warren Bonheim, MD of Zinia, shares six trends...
You need a storage strategy for your AI initiatives
Some have said generative AI is the defining technology of our time. It has the potential to advance the way people live and work on a scale unlike any technology we’ve seen to date. By President Ntuli, MD of HPE South Africa For South African businesses, the...
MSSPs a critical link in securing the supply chain, mitigating third-party risk
Supply chain attacks are becoming more frequent and increasingly sophisticated, with malicious actors targeting businesses indirectly through their third-party vendors. By Nemanja Krstić, operations manager: managed security services at Galix In South Africa, where...
Crafting a smarter future with AI
Remember when smartphones were just getting smart, and we thought: “Can it get any better than this?” asks Parveen Kumar Jiterwal, chief AI and innovation officer at VFS Global. Well, here we are, standing on the cusp of another revolution - this time with artificial...
Empowering at-risk communities through technology
In the healthcare sector, when people “fall through the cracks,” it often reveals deeper systemic issues: unmet health and social care needs. Vulnerable communities across the globe face these challenges, and traditional healthcare systems often struggle to bridge...
What role can AI agents play in technical support?
Very few businesses operating today don’t have a customer-facing piece of technology. Whether that’s an actual product, an app, or even just e-commerce and customer service functionality on their website, all have become crucial to surviving and thriving in today’s...
Key trends driving the manufacturing sector in 2025
As we look toward 2025, Africa’s manufacturing sector is poised for transformation, writes Mark Wilson, chief revenue officer of Syspro. Fuelled by technological advancements, economic growth, and an increasing focus on sustainability, businesses are turning to...
Test Analyst II – Western Cape Cape Town
Our client is looking for a self-motivated individual to join the Institutional IT team as a test analyst in delivering quality software that will create an exceptional user experience for our end-users.We are looking for a self-motivated individual to join the...
Senior Systems Administrator
Company seeks to appoint a Senior Systems Administrator to perform a role of ensuring high availability, performance, software product evaluation and testing on the computing environment including system configuration, troubleshooting, resource monitoring,...
SAP Functional Consultant (Chief Expert) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
We are seeking an experienced SAP Functional Consultant (Chief Expert) to support and enhance global Payroll and Benefits solutions within a large, complex enterprise environment. This role focuses on operational payroll execution, functional configuration, and...
Full Stack Developer (Expert) 1795
Develop and maintain a critical internal web application (Backend and Frontend) used in the vehicle dispatch and distribution/delivery management processes.Cloud, API, Java, Microservice and other Serverless development, deployment, support and maintenance.2nd and 3rd...
Senior PostgreSQL Database Administrator – Gauteng Johannesburg
A South African-based IT company specializing in enterprise-grade data management, database services, and cybersecurity is seeking a Senior DBA to manage enterprise-grade database environments and support mission-critical systems. You will lead high-impact migration,...
Principal Software Developer at Mintek
Introduction Mintek has an exciting career opportunity for a principal software developer to Lead the development and architectural design of software systems, contribute to strategic and technical planning, manage and mentor development teams, and ensure alignment...
Principal Software Developer at Mintek – Gauteng Randburg
Introduction Mintek has an exciting career opportunity for a principal software developer to Lead the development and architectural design of software systems, contribute to strategic and technical planning, manage and mentor development teams, and ensure alignment...
Front End OutSystems Developer (Centurion Hybrid)
ENVIRONMENT:JOIN the Product team of a dynamic Verification Agency seeking a highly talented Front End OutSystems Developer to help deliver modern, scalable, and high-quality enterprise applications. You will focus on base theme, user experience, UI consistency, and...
Front End OutSystems Developer (Centurion Hybrid) – Gauteng Johannesburg
ENVIRONMENT:JOIN the Product team of a dynamic Verification Agency seeking a highly talented Front End OutSystems Developer to help deliver modern, scalable, and high-quality enterprise applications. You will focus on base theme, user experience, UI consistency, and...
Principal Security Engineer
Purpose:To lead the design and execution of security architecture across the company's network and enterpriseplatforms. Key Responsibilities:Define cybersecurity standards and controlsLead security engineering for network and cloudOversee penetration testing and...
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