CEOs are reshaping C-suite roles for the AI era

The accelerating pace of artificial intelligence (AI) is pushing CEOs to redesign how C-suite roles are structured to drive greater business impact across the enterprise. In the foreword of a new global study from the IBM Institute for Business Value, IBM...

Net salaries hold steady for now, but uncertainty looms

The PayInc Net Salary Index, which tracks the average nominal net salaries of approximately 2,1-million South African earners, edged higher in March 2026. Remaining above year-ago levels, the data points to a stabilisation in net salaries over the first quarter of...

Technology convergence redefines competitive advantage

The next wave of competitive advantage will come not from individual breakthrough technologies but from the ability to combine and scale multiple technologies across entire operating systems, according to a new World Economic Forum report. As artificial intelligence...

SA’s economic recovery remains fragile

After nearly two decades of weak growth, declining investment and rising structural constraints, South Africa faces a narrow window in which decisive reforms could determine whether it escapes long‑term stagnation or remains trapped in low growth. Coface research...

How phishing threats evolved in 2025

A new Kaspersky review reveals how cybercriminals revived and refined phishing techniques to target individuals and businesses in 2025, including calendar-based attacks, voice message deceptions and sophisticated multi-factor authentication (MFA) bypass schemes. The...

ORTIA advances R14,5bn infrastructure programme

OR Tambo International Airport (ORTIA) is making strong progress on its R14,5-billion five-year capital expenditure (capex) programme to modernises key infrastructure, boost operational reliability, and deliver a world-class experience for travellers. The current...

Open-source AI connector could be abused by cyberattackers

Kaspersky has found that Model Context Protocol (MCP) could be weaponised by cybercriminals as a supply chain attack vector, potentially leading to harmful impacts, including, but not limited to the leakage of password, credit card, cryptowallet and other types of...

ADC expands in East Africa with Wingu partnership

Wingu Africa, which providers carrier-neutral, Tier III-standard data centres in East Africa, has entered a strategic partnership with Africa Data Centres. The collaboration links the East African markets of Djibouti, Ethiopia, and Tanzania with Africa Data Centres’...

Disruption, technology drive consumer behaviour

Kathy Gibson reports - The 2020s have generally been an uneasy decade, with disruption coming from many directions - and this is affecting how consumers feel about the brands they buy. Nick Coates, regional CEO of Ipsos Sub-Saharan Africa, points to a several macro...

Notorious cybercriminals target execs using AI-driven tools

Kaspersky’s Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) has revealed the latest BlueNoroff APT activity through two highly targeted malicious campaigns – “‘GhostCall” and “GhostHire” – targeting Web3 and cryptocurrency organisations across India, Turkiye, Australia, and...

SA companies prioritise cyber resilience, but gaps remain

As global uncertainty intensifies and cyberthreats grow more sophisticated, South African organisations are doubling down on cybersecurity as a strategic imperative, according to the latest PwC Digital Trust Insights Survey. The new research reveals that local...

Unprecedented growth for AI infrastructure market

The global Artificial Intelligence (AI) infrastructure market is on track for unprecedented growth - poised to reach $758-billion in spending by 2029, according to the latest findings from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Artificial...

I&O leaders look to cut costs with AI

Fifty-four percent of infrastructure and operations (I&O) leaders say cost optimisation is their top goal for adopting AI, according to a new survey by Gartner. The survey was conducted online from May through July 2025 among 253 respondents from the US, UK,...

Robotics – and humanoid robots – on the rise

With the variety of applications in its underlying technology, the global robotics industry is forecast to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15% from $90,2-billion in 2024 to $205,5-billion in 2030, according to research group GlobalData. GlobalData’s...

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Leverage AI to boost business

Current research shows that some 40% of global companies use artificial intelligence to enhance their business operations, and a staggering 82% of companies are either using or exploring the use of AI in their organisations. According to Andrew Maren, founder and CEO...

Four crucial steps for bolstering SME cybersecurity defences

As cyber threats escalate, small businesses must act now to protect their digital assets. A recent survey by cybersecurity firm KnowBe4 has uncovered a concerning gap in security practices between small and large businesses. The study, which polled 2 600 IT...

Stay agile, stay ahead with cloud-based payroll and HR

Cloud services are rapidly becoming a must-have for businesses of all sizes, playing a central role in digital transformation. This shift has had a particularly profound impact on payroll and HR operations. As CRS Technologies GM Ian McAlister points out: “Moving to...

Don’t fear AI in cybersecurity – embrace it

Artificial intelligence (AI) is one of the most talked about topics today, with sentiments running the gamut from concern to excitement, and wild speculation the order of the day. Some believe it could cure the most dreaded diseases and halt climate change, while...

Retailability trades up on data evolution

Retailability, a group of retail brands in southern Africa, has harnessed Qlik solutions to enhance data-driven decision-making, streamline reporting and help the group prepare for AI readiness. Retailability, founded in 1984 and headquartered in KwaZulu-Natal, South...

A conscious approach to urbanisation for smart, sustainable cities

In sub-Saharan Africa, where roughly 60% of people still live in rural areas urbanisation is occurring faster than anywhere else in the world.  The temptation to build new cities on greenfield sites, away from existing city centres is enormous. Alison Groves,...

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...

Microsoft Surface: AI-Ready Laptops for the Modern Workforce

Today’s professionals demand technology that doesn’t just keep up but anticipates their needs. Microsoft’s new Surface Laptop 6 and Surface Pro 10 do precisely this, leading the way in AI-powered productivity, flexibility, and security. Designed with modern work and...

Kaspersky renews SOC 2 audit

Kaspersky has successfully passed the Service Organisation Control (SOC 2) Type II audit for service organisations. The assessment evaluated the security of Kaspersky’s antivirus database development and release processes, as well as its protection against...

Business Analyst (Centurion Hybrid)

ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic provider of Integrated Security Solutions in Centurion seeks a highly skilled Business Analyst who will serve to bridge the gap, by acting as a liaison, between the business and the Development team. You will be responsible for understanding the...

Data Scientist (George)

ENVIRONMENT: Our client is on the hunt for a Data Scientist who can make machines think smarter than humans. Based in George — where your models run fast and the coffee runs faster — you'll join a team that's redefining how data drives business. They're not here to...

Business Analyst (Centurion Hybrid) – Gauteng Johannesburg

ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic provider of Integrated Security Solutions in Centurion seeks a highly skilled Business Analyst who will serve to bridge the gap, by acting as a liaison, between the business and the Development team. You will be responsible for understanding the...

Data Scientist (George) – Western Cape Tamsui Industria

ENVIRONMENT: Our client is on the hunt for a Data Scientist who can make machines think smarter than humans. Based in George — where your models run fast and the coffee runs faster — you'll join a team that's redefining how data drives business. They're not here to...

Senior Java Developer

Senior Java DeveloperJob ResponsibilitiesAnalyse user requirements; measure impact to current systems and define technical specifications for requirements.Design and develop applications by setting expectations and feature priorities throughout the development life...

Cloud Fintech Solutions Architect at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Are you ready to shape the future of banking and financial services in Africa? A leading consulting services firm is looking for a visionary Senior Solutions Architect to join their Technology & Transformation team in Gauteng and lead large-scale, cutting-edge...

Senior Java Developer – Gauteng Sandton

Senior Java DeveloperJob ResponsibilitiesAnalyse user requirements; measure impact to current systems and define technical specifications for requirements.Design and develop applications by setting expectations and feature priorities throughout the development life...

Mid-Level Data Analyst (Hybrid)

ENVIRONMENT:Our client, the UK's most awarded and fastest-growing next-gen Telco/VoIP provider for small businesses is looking for a mid-level Data Analyst to own dashboarding and analytics across the business. Must have strong SQL experience – able to write complex...

Mid-level – Senior C# Developer – George

ENVIRONMENT:Our client is reimagining the insurance world with smart, tech-driven solutions that put people first. Based in the scenic city of George, they bring together innovation, creativity, and impact — transforming how customers experience insurance in the...

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