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...

Certified project managers earn way more

Project management is listed as one of the top scarce skills in the country by the Department of Home Affairs, which has heightened the demand for certified project professionals. This results in a potential earning advantage, especially for project managers who hold...

Google to help with SA tourism promotion

Google has signed an agreement with Patricia Lille, minister of tourism, aimed at promoting South Africa as a prime tourist destination and providing training and support to the sector in digital training. The Ministry of Tourism is mandated to create conditions...

Is SA’s new data and cloud policy cause for concern?

Comments on government's controversial proposed data policy - the Draft National Policy on Data and Cloud, released on 1 April 2021 - were due yesterday (18 May). The policy, in which the government will become co-owner of all data generated in South Africa (SA), has...

How DoC aims to spend R3,7bn this year

The Department of Communications and Digital Technologies says it aims to fast-track the broadcasting digital migration and release spectrum in the current year, amd. Presenting the department's R3,7-billion budget, Minister Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams says these are...

SUSE packages Linux, Kubernetes for digital transformation

Kathy Gibson reports - SUSE is positioning Linux and Kubernetes at the centre of digital transformation, and has launched a raft of solutions that address the data centre, the cloud and the edge. Sheng Liang, president: engineering and innovation at SUSE, explains...

SA users more exposed to scammers during the pandemic

A massive 68% of South Africans have dealt with fraudsters who were trying to steal money, bank card details, Internet banking credentials in 2020. Kaspersky research shows that 38% of respondents encountered scammers themselves, 20% said it was their loved ones who...

Blockchain Research Institute expands into Africa

The Blockchain Research Institute (BRI), an independent blockchain think-tank, is launching a new wave of global expansion with the announcement of BRI Africa, BRI Middle East, and BRI Korea. BRI Africa will be launched in partnership with Standard Bank Group, while...

Lockdown pushed silver surfers on to social media

The internet became a lifeline to the outside world during 2020, connecting South Africa's remote workforce to their jobs, children to teachers and educational resources, and families to virtual entertainment. According to Vuma's 2020 End-User Customer Satisfaction...

Unified comms shows 60% growth so far in 2021

Revenue growth from sales of unified communications (UC) products and systems across Europe has continued upwards in the first few months of 2021, despite a strong 2020 dominated by mass remote working, according to Context. Context figures for sales through IT...

Tshimologong CEO awarded French National Order of Merit

Lesley Donna Williams, CEO of Tshimologong Digital Innovation Precinct, has been made a knight in the National Order of Merit by Aurélien Lechevallier, ambassador of France to South Africa. The prestigious award was in recognition of the close links fostered between...

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Payroll software subscriptions help SMBs

Start-up and SME businesses with Internet access are now able to buy an affordable automated desktop payroll software solution on a subscription basis with a low monthly payment that avoids the usual initial outlay costs. Internet technology enables the software to be...

BlackBerry 9720 smartphone released

For customers that want a smartphone that’s built for a communications-centric experience, BlackBerry have introduced the new BlackBerry 9720 smartphone. Designed for a premium look and available in a variety of vibrant colors, the new BlackBerry 9720 smartphone takes...

HP speeds delivery of application services

HP has announced the next generation of its data centre automation, orchestration and cloud management software, which is designed to enable enterprise IT to rapidly deliver services on a massive scale - on premises or via the cloud - to meet changing enterprise...

McAfee ranks highly in AV-Test report

McAfee Mobile Security received the highest score on the most recent mobile security test by independent testing lab AV-Test putting it at the top of the list of 26 security companies included in the report. In addition, McAfee is announcing that McAfee Mobile...

WD launches new storage association

WD, a Western Digital company, has announced that it has founded the Storage Products Association (SPA) with other hard drive companies to promote the merits and value of rotating magnetic storage technologies, as well as to make consumers and professionals aware of...

Financial inclusion key to higher savings

Absa uses banking technology to expand financial inclusion for a greater savings pool with over 4-million cell phone banking customers of which half are entry level banking customers. As principal sponsor of the 6th African Microfinance Conference taking place at the...

YouDEAL, Syncrony grow mobile shopping

Syncrony, a national provider of web design, content management services and custom web development, has provided its client the OnTheInternet Group (which operates YouDEAL.co.za), with a responsive mobi site. The new YouDEAL.mobi Web site will meet a growing...

Avoiding mobile app development pitfalls

Mobile development has come a long way in the last few years and it continues to evolve at a rapid pace with the constant release of new and more powerful smartphones that are packed with new features, says Nick Durrant, MD at Bluegrass Digital. It can be a challenge...

EC college invests in ITS Integrator

The King Hintsa Further Education and Training (FET) College has acquired the ITS Integrator solution to streamline and automate their day-to-day operations, and to provide integrated management information to support decision-making at various levels. The solution is...

Trustwave launches TrustKeeper Community

Trustwave has announced a new online community designed to foster discussions and a better understanding of information security and compliance best practices. The exclusive Trustwave TrustKeeper Community is a moderated social network where small businesses can...

Junior IT Technician (3 months contract) – Gauteng Johannesburg

ResponsibilitiesAssist with the installation, configuration, and maintenance of hardware and software systemsProvide technical support to end-users regarding software and hardware issues, troubleshooting problems as they ariseAssist in the setup and maintenance of...

Automation Tester – Gauteng Johannesburg

Join our dynamic team based in Johannesburg, where innovation meets excellence. We are actively seeking an experienced and motivated Automation Tester to contribute to our cutting-edge projects. If you are passionate about automation testing and thrive in a hybrid...

Senior Data Scientist – Gauteng Centurion

Hire Resolve is currently assisting one of their clients, a leading Telematics company in Centurion, in looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Data Scientist.Responsibilities Develop and apply advanced analytics techniques to extract insights from large...

Senior C#.Net Engineer – Western Cape Bellville

We are looking for a Senior Software Developer who is passionate about technology to join our Technical Consulting team. Our projects include developing custom software, maintaining and supporting software systems, and developing systems integration. Our local and...

Expert Java Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Description:Our clients who are Titans in the automotive industry have a fantastic hybrid opportunity for an Expert Java Developer located in the Midrand/Menlyn area. Work with the latest technologies and in a fast-paced environment with the benefit of an...

Tech Lead ( Full Stack Engineer)

The Software Engineer/Tech Lead will work collaboratively with the Merchant Journey team to drive development of merchant onboarding and dashboard. How you'll be making a difference: Work alongside the team and be a part of the full software development life...

Senior PHP Developer LW

Write and Edit PHP Code Write and edit PHP code on the back end of web applications and dynamic sites. Consider the web application's intended function and work to integrate the PHP code with existing HTML code. Work with the application's data structure to maintain...

Systems Administrator

Job Title: IT Systems Administrator Location: Malta (Open to Candidates from South Africa) Are you an experienced IT Systems Administrator seeking new horizons? Our company, located in the picturesque setting of Malta, is currently seeking a talented individual to...

Senior Data Engineer

This position can be fully remote. Our client is a leading financial company that leverages data-driven insights to empower their clients and drive innovation. We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Engineer to join our dynamic team and play a pivotal role in...

Tech Lead ( Full Stack Engineer) – Western Cape Woodstock

The Software Engineer/Tech Lead will work collaboratively with the Merchant Journey team to drive development of merchant onboarding and dashboard. How you'll be making a difference: Work alongside the team and be a part of the full software development life...

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