Memory and SDD shortage set to impact SA

The memory and SSD crisis is real – and it’s broader and faster‑moving than many in the IT industry expect. This is the stark warning from Craig Nowitz, CEO of Syntech, who recently returned from the Hong Kong electronics shows and a week of factory visits in China....

Your next smartphone could be powered by a recycled toaster

For the past 20 years, the consumer electronics playbook has been simple: make it smaller, make it faster, and seal it shut. Manufacturers utilised industrial adhesives, proprietary screws, and integrated designs to create sleek devices that were virtually impossible...

SA family businesses outperform global peers

In a time of uncertainty and rapid change, South African family businesses are showing exceptional resilience and growth – with many reporting double-digit sales growth in 2025. PwC’s South African Family Business Survey reveals what truly sets top-performing family...

Geopolitics threatens positive economic trends

Supported by the same factors that lifted the South African economy last year, economic activity increased in March 2026. However, this does not signal an economy out of the woods, as escalating geopolitical tensions threaten forecasts. This is according to the latest...

Partnership aims to secure privacy for online comms

Spacecoin has announced a partnership with the Midnight Foundation to explore the development of a private peer-to-peer messaging application built on decentralised satellite infrastructure and enhanced with zero-knowledge proof technology. The collaboration will...

Microsoft partners with SABC Plus to widen reach for AI skills

Microsoft South Africa and SABC have announced plans to bring accessible AI fluency and digital skills learning directly to millions of South Africans through the national broadcaster’s digital platform. Announced at the 2026 Microsoft AI Tour Johannesburg, this...

How can SA escape the trap of economic stagnation?

Nearly two decades after joining BRICS, South Africa has failed to deliver on its development promises - per capita GDP in 2025 is below 2007 levels, with a marked deterioration in social indicators: unemployment; growing poverty; and severely degraded infrastructure....

SA consumers have become numb to inflation

As always, South African consumers continue to adapt to constant change – but while 64% report that they expect their household situation to improve by the start of 2026, this confidence masks the reality that they have become numb to rising prices and economic...

Remote jobs on the rise

While there was a 13% drop in remote job opportunities during 2023 and 2024, they are now back on an upward curve, according to Pnet’s Job Market Trends Report for October 2025, which indicates a small, but significant 0,5% increase between March and September this...

Rapid rise in human-centric cybersecurity risks

Threat actors are now pivoting their tactics to approach human touchpoints from every angle - inside business flows and across channels - to deploy coordinated campaigns that overwhelm traditional defences, according to Mimecast’s 2025 Global Threat Intelligence...

The business lunch is back

The business lunch is back in favour and once again rising in popularity as business leaders increasingly use it as an opportunity to network and build key professional relationships. New research from International Workplace Group sheds light on the trend and reveals...

Teraco Connect Foundation extends SABEN support

Teraco has announced a five-year support grant extension to the South African Broadband Education Networks (SABEN) via the Teraco Connect Foundation. In 2020, Teraco signed a five-year grant, which the company has now extended for a further five years to 2030 worth a...

Ruka selected to 2025 Google for Startups Accelerator

Ruka, the African technology company behind SmartChat, has been selected as one of only 10 startups for the 2025 Google for Startups Accelerator: South Africa, a program supporting high-impact companies using technology to transform the continent. The accelerator,...

HPE and Ericsson validate dual-mode 5G core solution

HPE and Ericsson have announced the establishment of a joint validation lab to tackle critical challenges faced by telecommunications (telco) service providers while deploying a multi-vendor infrastructure stack. By enabling the validation of a cloud-native,...

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Personalised messaging key for better CX

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Find smart ways to fill skills and drive growth

In 2021, more than 60% of enterprises in the European Union could not fill technology-related vacancies. Globally, companies are feeling the pressure when it comes to skills gaps across IT tech (27%), cloud computing (26%), AI and machine learning (26%), and data...

Pathways to digitally transformed, sustainable, safer roads

People often overlook the importance of road transport systems, but their smooth functioning relies on the interaction of various elements within the built environment, writes By John Rammutla, associate: highways, transport and infrastructure at WSP in Africa. The...

How to retain your infosec professionals

Burnout among information security (infosec) professionals is a prevalent cause of staff turnover, as highlighted by a recent Kaspersky study that included participants from the META region. The growing complexity of the cyberthreat landscape and the persistent skills...

Putting the customer first, adding value is key for Black Friday

Black Friday is almost upon us again, just in time to raise the stress levels for everyone involved. Shoppers are in a rush trying to find the deals that offer value, while retailers for their part need to achieve sales numbers in order to satisfy shareholders. By...

How AI and data analytics can transform your business

Artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics are revolutionising industries across the globe. Businesses of all sizes are beginning to understand the potential these tools have to streamline operations, improve decision-making, and drive growth. However, many...

Westcon-Comstor extends Weblib distribution

Westcon-Comstor has announced an expansion of its partnership with intelligent WiFi solutions vendor Weblib to cover the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region. The two companies have a long-standing relationship in France. Under the newly-expanded distribution...

2024 Xero Beautiful Business Fund winners revealed

Xero has announced the 28 small business and non-profit winners of the 2024 Xero Beautiful Business Fund, each winning a share of a R8-million global prize pool. The winners represent a diverse group of organisations committed to driving meaningful change and...

Beware the implications of CIPC non-compliance

South Africa’s business owners face serious consequences for not complying with the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) requirements. More than 650 000 companies were deregistered last year mostly due to missed annual returns, according to the CIPC’s...

Project Manager – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Our client is seeking a Project Manager for a fully in-office role based in Johannesburg. Key Requirements Qualification Bachelors Degree in Project Management or related fields; Diploma in Project Management with National Senior Certificate (NSC)Experience Project...

Solutions Architect at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client is a well-established and highly regarded South African software development company that develops, supports and consults software solutions for the academic sector. With offices in Jhb and Cape Town, they are progressive with regard to...

Business System Engineer

Our client is looking to hire a Business Systems Engineer for their Cape Town location. Key Requirements Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field.Understanding of system design and development, either through coursework or...

Solutions Architect at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

About our client:Our client is a well-established and highly regarded South African software development company that develops, supports and consults software solutions for the academic sector. With offices in Jhb and Cape Town, they are progressive with regard to...

Business System Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town Region

Our client is looking to hire a Business Systems Engineer for their Cape Town location. Key Requirements Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field.Understanding of system design and development, either through coursework or...

SQL Developer

SQL DeveloperDurban | R50 000 - R60 000 per month About Our ClientOur client is a forward-thinking technology company providing integrated software and data solutions to the retail and distribution sector. They specialize in delivering scalable, high-performance...

BI Analyst

Our client is seeking a BI Analyst who is willing to work in the field and collaborate closely with farmers. Key Requirements Bachelor's degree in data science, Business Analytics, Engineering, or a related field.Experience in a BI Analyst or similar role is a...

SQL Developer – KwaZulu-Natal Durban North

SQL DeveloperDurban | R50 000 - R60 000 per month About Our ClientOur client is a forward-thinking technology company providing integrated software and data solutions to the retail and distribution sector. They specialize in delivering scalable, high-performance...

BI Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town Region

Our client is seeking a BI Analyst who is willing to work in the field and collaborate closely with farmers. Key Requirements Bachelor's degree in data science, Business Analytics, Engineering, or a related field.Experience in a BI Analyst or similar role is a...

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