Municipal engineers raise red flags in local government white paper
The Institute of Municipal Engineering of Southern Africa (IMESA) has raised concerns that despite the latest rounds of consultation and some revisions, the draft White Paper on Local Government has critical gaps. Unless addressed, IMESA warns that the flawed document...
ClearScore makes Cape Town its second global tech hub
UK fintech ClearScore Group is expanding its Cape Town operations and has named the city its second major tech hub outside of London. The move marks a new chapter for the company in South Africa and reinforces the Western Cape’s growing reputation as a destination for...
SA poised for recovery as purchasing power improves
South Africa’s economy is expected to expand by 1,2% in 2026, with growth momentum expected to strengthen thanks to resilient consumer demand and infrastructure investment. This is according to the Economic Outlook 2026 released by the Mastercard Economics Institute...
Tech executives double down on AI, talent, adaptive strategies
KPMG’s Global Tech Report 2026 reveals that organisations worldwide are moving beyond pilots and seeking to embed AI into core workflows and offerings, striving to scale investments. The new report identifies that while expectations are high and adoption is rapid;...
Financial services leans into AI
AI has taken centre stage in financial services, automating the research and execution behind algorithmic trading and helping banks more accurately detect fraud and money laundering — all while improving risk management practices and expediting document processing....
AI the common denominator in entertainment industry’s 2026 security threats
In its Kaspersky Security Bulletin, the cybersecurity company’s researchers identified critical threats expected to affect the global entertainment industry in 2026, from ticketing and visual effects pipelines to content delivery networks, games and regulation....
Iran passes 17 days with sparse connectivity
As the rest of the world battles to verify the numbers of dead, injured or imprisoned Iranians after weeks of unrest, a more complete picture could emerge as the country slowly gets back online - but so far attempts to resume connectivity have not been effective. Iran...
Gauteng rolls out more smart licensing centres
The Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport is accelerating the roll-out of Smart Driver Licence Testing Centres (DLTCs) across the province. Currently-operational Smart DLTCs include Atteridgeville, Denlyn, Maponya Mall, Centurion, Protea Glen and Midrand, with the...
Study finds TB leverages immune defence system
Scientists from the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Institute of Infectious Disease and Molecular Medicine (IDM) have contributed to an international study that shed new light on why humans and animals are so susceptible to contracting tuberculosis (TB) – and it...
DCN the new WAN for AI-era applications
According to a Dell’Oro Group report. worldwide Distributed Cloud Networking (DCN) revenue is projected to reach $21-billion by 2029, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 30% over the five-year forecast period. DCN captures the platforms and services...
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From EPP to AI: the future of endpoint security for businesses
Endpoint security is a critical pillar of cybersecurity, especially for South African businesses, which are becoming prime targets for cybercriminals. By Kumar Vaibhav, lead senior solution architect: cybersecurity at In2IT Endpoint security involves safeguarding...
Key trends driving loyalty program design in 2025
As businesses strive to foster stronger connections with their customers, 2025 will see key shifts in how loyalty programs are designed and executed. The focus is increasingly on personalisation, engagement, and delivering meaningful and tangible value. Gordon Wilson,...
Does your HR software have what it takes to inspire employee growth?
Effectively managing core HR operations is critical to the success of any business. Even minor errors in these processes can lead employees to question the company’s credibility and reliability, which can negatively impact trust and morale. To avoid such issues,...
E-commerce and real-time payments transform SA’s economic landscape
In 2025, South Africa finds itself at the crossroads of a digital revolution, writes Gabriel Swanepoel, country manager of Mastercard Southern Africa. Rapid advancements in technology and shifting consumer expectations are creating opportunities to reshape the...
Avoid the trap of deepfake scams
In today’s digitally driven world, we are inundated with cyber scams, both direct and indirect, daily. As cybersecurity technology evolves to block traditional attacks, cybercriminals are increasingly turning to social engineering - manipulative psychological tactics...
The hidden dangers of increasingly advanced AI assistants
As the use of AI assistants in South Africa continues to grow, so do the risks. Zaheer Ebrahim, Trend Micro’s solutions architect for the Middle East and Africa, unpacks some of the emerging threats. The evolution of AI assistants over the past few years is nothing...
B-BBEE strategies shift from transactional to transformative
A transactional strategy often prioritises short-term gains and superficial compliance, whereas a transformational approach involves a deeper, more holistic transformation of an organisation's DNA. By aligning initiatives with the broader goals of the B-BBEE...
Energy storage key for aligning mines’ goals
During the 1990s and early 2000s South African mines bought electricity from Eskom at regulated tariffs which were globally competitive. By Jonathan Skeen, MD: commercial at SOLA Eskom prioritised the mines as their most important customers, and faced few hurdles...
Intelligent connectivity to stay competitive, adaptive
What do more than 5-billion global Internet users need every day? The answer can be summed up in one word: “connectivity”. In a world marked by extreme disruptions and growing fragmentation, the need for intelligent connectivity has never been more critical. This is...
AI drives efficiencies in mining
The mining industry is currently undergoing a significant transformation, spurred by the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR). This era of advanced connectivity, analytics, automation and manufacturing technologies is poised to revolutionise the sector at nearly every...
QA Automation Engineer
Our client is seeking a QA Automation Engineer for a remote role, with the option to work hybrid in Cape Town. Key Requirements Qualification: Relevant degree or equivalent experience in Software Development, IT, or related field.Experience: 3+ years in QA...
Full Stack Developer (Senior) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
About the Role:We are seeking a Senior Full Stack Developer to support the development and operation of innovative industrialization solutions in in-house logistics. The role focuses on automating logistics processes and integrating autonomous transport systems and...
Network Security Engineer – 24 months contract – Gauteng Gauteng
Network Security Engineer - 24 months contractJOB DESCRIPTION Design, implement, and maintain robust network security infrastructure to protect Customer's digital environment.Manage and optimize security platforms including firewalls, intrusion prevention systems...
FullStack Java Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg
We are seeking a Full Stack Java Developer with strong expertise in Java (Spring Boot) and Angular to join our growing development team. You will be involved in the full software development lifecycle, from analysis and design to implementation and deployment, working...
QA Automation Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Our client is seeking a QA Automation Engineer for a remote role, with the option to work hybrid in Cape Town. Key Requirements Qualification: Relevant degree or equivalent experience in Software Development, IT, or related field.Experience: 3+ years in QA...
Full Stack Developer (Senior) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Pretoria
About the Role:We are seeking a Senior Full Stack Developer to support the development and operation of innovative industrialization solutions in in-house logistics. The role focuses on automating logistics processes and integrating autonomous transport systems and...
Project/Software Engineer (PLC Programmer)
Ready to Engineer the Future of Automation?We're partnering with a leader in industrial automation—over two decades of delivering smart, integrated solutions across mining, FMCG, and water treatment industries. Looking for a technically sharp, solutions-driven...
Project/Software Engineer (PLC Programmer) – Gauteng Primrose
Ready to Engineer the Future of Automation?We're partnering with a leader in industrial automation—over two decades of delivering smart, integrated solutions across mining, FMCG, and water treatment industries. Looking for a technically sharp, solutions-driven...
Devops Engineer
DevOps EngineerContract duration: 12 monthsLocation: Johannesburg, RosebankWork model: hybrid bases going in 2x a week to the office however , the department is moving towards full time back in office at some point it will be compulsory to be office based. Key...
Devops Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg
DevOps EngineerContract duration: 12 monthsLocation: Johannesburg, RosebankWork model: hybrid bases going in 2x a week to the office however , the department is moving towards full time back in office at some point it will be compulsory to be office based. Key...
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