NASA experiments with drones for planetary landings

NASA successfully demonstrated technology designed to help spacecraft autonomously navigate to safe landing sites on the Moon and on other planets. An Alta-X drone equipped with the agency’s Safe and Precise Landing – Integrated Capabilities Evolution (SPLICE)...

Turn vision into reality with the right AI strategy

Kathy Gibson reports from Dell Technologies Forum in Johannesburg - Today's leaders aren't asking whether to adopt AI, they're asking how to turn it into outcomes the business can see. And South African companies can no longer afford to take a wait-and-see attitude to...

Gloomy outlook for global economies as geopolitical tensions worsen

Coface’s latest risk review, Rates Against the Machine, has confirmed what the world dreaded just a few months ago has come to pass – rather than improve, the geopolitical situation has deteriorated once again. This, Coface says, puts upward pressure on commodity...

Banks are still missing the links between fraud and money laundering

Financial institutions are increasingly integrating their fraud and anti-money laundering (AML) systems, but intelligence and governance gaps remain. New fraud and AML convergence research from Datos Insights, commissioned by data and AI leader SAS, finds 86% report...

macOS users report more cyberthreats than Windows users

Kaspersky’s latest survey highlights a protection gap between macOS and Windows based devices. While macOS has long been regarded as the more secure operating system, 12% of its users reported malware infections compared with 9% of Windows users. Moreover, only 35% of...

Is Anthropic’s $2trn bet Wall Street’s biggest gamble of the year?

Anthropic investors betting on a $2-trillion valuation in a record IPO are betting on a market that's already jittery, according to one of the world’s largest independent financial advisory firms. Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group, says reports suggesting Anthropic is...

Platforms drive Altron profitability

Altron has reported a R1,2-billion operating profit for the year 28 February 2026, drive by its Platform segment. Overall the group had a 12,6% operating profit margin. It reported EBIDTA of R2-billion, with a 20,8% EBIDTA margin and R816-millionnet profit after tax....

AI spend grows 47% – and more is expected

Worldwide spending on AI is forecast to total $2,59-trillion in 2026 - a 47% increase year-over-year - according to Gartner. “Through the next several years, the need for capacity will make AI infrastructure - including AI-optimised IaaS, AI-optimised servers, AI...

Future-proofing Africa’s workforce through AI skills

On Africa Day (25 May 2026), conversations about the continent’s future are increasingly centred on one defining force: AI. From financial services and healthcare to education, agriculture and retail, AI is rapidly reshaping how businesses operate, how economies grow...

Moving Africa forward by reshaping mobility

As Africa Day (today, 25 May) shines a spotlight on the continent’s growth and future potential, one issue is increasingly shaping the trajectory of its cities - mobility. In rapidly expanding cities such as Johannesburg, Lagos and Nairobi, rising congestion, costs...

How South Africans shop online

In conjunction with its15th birthday and current "Thanksalot Sale", Takealot has given some insights into its 5-million shoppers and the hundreds of millions of interactions they have with the ecommerce platform as they shop online. "Fifteen years ago, we set out to...

EVs reach a global tipping point

We have reached an undeniable tipping point when it comes to electric vehicles (EVs), with the International Energy Agency (IEA) stating that 30% of all new cars sold globally this year will be electric. In its Global Electric Vehicle Outlook 2026, the agency says...

Crypto clarification shifts debate from ownership to practical regulation

National Treasury and the South African Reserve Bank’s (SARB’s) updated statement on the Draft Capital Flow Management Regulations has moved South Africa’s crypto regulation debate into a more practical phase, says Bitexen CEO, Mark Diuga. Extending the public comment...

Young scientists showcase research in Türkiye

South African young scientists researching rocket propulsion systems, climate-related fisheries conservation, and advanced mathematical modelling are set to represent the country at the 1923 International Mathematics, Science, and Engineering Fair (IMSEF) in İzmir,...

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MTN SA appointment for Muyiwa Ladipo

MTN South Africa has appointed Muyiwa Ladipo as chief consumer officer for prepaid, effective 15 September 2025. Muyiwa joins MTN SA from EE Mobile UK (part of the BT Group), where he currently serves as pricing and portfolio manager. He previously worked as chief...

The strategic value of cloud in Africa

Africa remains balanced on the edge of the digital divide. As of 2024, only 37% to 38% of Africans used the internet due to limited access and high costs, and approximately half the population – 600-million people – lack access to electricity. Without reliable digital...

iiDENTIFii recognised as a pioneering African business

Homegrown biometric identity authentication business iiDENTIFii has been globally recognised for the groundbreaking work it is doing for digital identity, on the African continent and beyond. In May 2025, Bloomberg named iiDENTIFii as one of Bloomberg’s 25 African...

Volvo, Daimler Truck launch Coretura platform

Volvo Group and Daimler Truck has launched Coretura AB, a joint venture aimed at transforming the commercial vehicle industry through a new software-defined vehicle platform and establishing a new industry standard. Coretura will enable Volvo Group and Daimler Truck...

Global researchers unite efforts to study AI future

Leading AI researchers from around the world united at an international foresight session in St. Petersburg ahead of SPIEF. The foresight session brought together top AI experts from 17 countries, such as China, India, Vietnam, Indonesia, Nigeria, Ethiopia, South...

MISTRA refreshes its governance, adds new members

South African think tank The Mapungubwe Institute for Strategic Reflection (MISTRA), has announced several new appointments to its board of governors and council of advisors. The changes in governance come as part of MISTRA’s regular board rotation, an essential part...

5G the catalyst for a smarter, more connected SA

The rollout of 5G networks in South Africa marks a transformative milestone in the evolution of connectivity, writes Avinash Gupta, head of centre of excellence at In2IT Technologies. With the promise of faster speeds, ultra-low latency, and unprecedented device...

Nischal Mewalall steps down as Sabric CEO

Nischal Mewalall is stepping down as CEO of South African Banking Risk Information Centre (Sabric) to pursue personal aspirations. Mewalall was appointed during the Covid-19 pandemic and lockdown, helping the organisation to not only navigate the crisis but emerge...

What companies get wrong with digital transformation

There are hidden consequences which easily occur when companies adopt best-of-breed technologies, often leaving them with worst-in-class capabilities. But it doesn’t have to be like this. Speaking at the SAP Executive Exchange for CIOs and CFOs, Darrel Orsmond,...

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The purpose of the job is to plan, manage, administer, and secure system databases, troubleshoot database issues affecting system performance, and ensure data quality across the databases. As an SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA), you will be responsible for:...

Service Desk Engineer – Reactive – Response – Cape Town

Service Desk Engineer (1st & 2nd Line Support)An exciting opportunity is available for a skilled Service Desk Engineer to join a fast-paced technical support environment in Brackenfell, Cape Town.This role is ideal for someone with strong 1st and 2nd line support...

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One of our clients is seeking a skilled Java Technical Lead to build world-class web and mobile applications for leading South African organisations. The role involves applying strong expertise in modern technology frameworks, contributing across the full SDLC from...

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Recruiting for : Business Analyst - Banking & Debit Card Systems Location: Cape Town (North) (Hybrid) Contract Type: 12-Month Contract Industry: Retail / Financial Services Overview A leading retail organisation in South Africa is seeking an experienced Business...

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Join a high-performing software development team within a financial services environment, where you will design, build, and maintain scalable enterprise applications. This role involves full lifecycle development, technical problem-solving, and collaboration with...

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