Interconnected systems at risk of a digital pandemic

Are we ready for solar storms, submarine cable cuts, satellite disruptions, and extreme weather to disrupt communication networks and potentially trigger a “digital pandemic"? A new report – “When digital systems fail: The hidden risks of our digital world​" –...

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...

Steady growth for trackers in cargo carrying units

Berg Insight, the world's leading IoT market research provider, today released a new market report covering the trailer and cargo container tracking market. The number of active tracking devices deployed for cargo carrying units (ie. trailers, intermodal containers,...

Multi-cloud, AI the burning IT issues of the day

Kathy Gibson reports from VMware Explore - The burning issues for CEOs today are their cloud journey and artificial intelligence (AI). This is the word from Raghu Raghuran, CEO of VMware, who points out that VMware realised a couple of years ago that the cloud journey...

Lack of cyber preparedness hurt SA organisations in 2020

Enterprises faced unprecedented cybersecurity risks in 2020 from increasing attack volume, the pandemic-driven digital transformation of work, and generally deficient cyber preparedness and training. These are among the findings from Mimecast's fifth annual "The State...

SARS keeps tabs on SA brain drain

South Africa has experienced a large brain drain over the past few years with many skilled South Africans emigrating. However leaving South Africa doesn't mean you can forget your relationship with SARS. "No matter where you decide to live, you are still obligated to...

IITPSA questions plans for a new SOE

The Institute of Information Technology Professionals South Africa (IITPSA) has welcomed the government's commitment to strengthening its digital capacity and moving the country into the 4th Industrial Revolution - but it has questioned the need for the government to...

A year into Covid, how are people coping with rising costs?

After a full year of battling the Covid-19 pandemic, the cost of living for South Africans has become an issue that is as pressing as the country's need for vaccination rollout. For many, who have either lost regular work as a result of lockdown restrictions and...

Huawei commits to cloud business in SA

Kathy Gibson reports - 2020 was a tough year for Huawei as US sanctions took their toll, but the company still managed to grow its business. This is the words from Stone He, president of Huawei Cloud (Southern Africa), who adds: "We have already built our Plan B - we...

Interpol joins fight against tech-enabled abuse

The International Criminal Police Organisation (Interpol) is set to enhance the ability of the global law enforcement community by allowing them to investigate the use of stalkerware, and support victims who require assistance. Monitoring someone through their phone...

Inflation increases as fuel prices rise

Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) reported on April 21 that consumer price inflation increased from 2,9% y-o-y in February to 3,2% y-o-y in March. Lullu Krugel, chief economist for PwC Strategy& Africa, and Dr Christie Viljoen, PwC Strategy& economist, unpack...

Tecno Mobile tops handset brands in Africa

Chinese smartphone brand Tecno Mobile has been named as the top smartphone brand in Africa. Counterpoint Research's Market Monitor service announced this week that the Transsion Holdings-owned brand's successful launch of handset models in the affordable segment and...

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Velocity includes Mimecast in offering

Mimecast, the leading supplier of cloud-based e-mail archiving, security and continuity for Microsoft Exchange has concluded an agreement with managed infrastructure services specialist, Velocity Group, to incorporate Unified E-mail Management as a core component of...

Blue Turtle takes on FrontRange

FrontRange, the only provider of hybrid IT service management solutions, has announced that it has selected Blue Turtle Technologies (Blue Turtle) as its Master VAR for the African region.  The agreement sees Blue Turtle take responsibility and commitment for...

Fujitsu PCs, workstations made in Germany

Fujitsu has announced that the latest "Made in Germany" PCs and workstations are among the most reliable in the industry. Thanks to the stringent production and testing process at its Augsburg manufacturing facility, Fujitsu has continued to ensure better PC and...

SMS remains best for business messaging

Some commentators on the state of the SMS messaging industry point to the death of SMS as a communications medium. This may be true for global consumer use of SMS messaging in the face of newer communication technologies, but these prophecies of SMS’ doom are...

Parallels expands African operations

Parallels, the leading hosting and cloud services enablement provider, has announced the expansion of its Africa operations with a new office and sales representation in the Republic of South Africa.  The company also announced that Business Connexion (BCX), a leading...

Malware never sleeps

Malware is always changing, adapting, being rewritten and re-released in a seemingly infinite number of ways, with the express intention of making your life difficult – and making the writers or owners of the code as much money as possible.  Security threats have...

BDS launches new Xerox presses at expo

Bytes Document Solutions (BDS) has launched the new Xerox Colour C75 Press and J75 Press at the Africa Print Cape Town Regional Expo, which took place from 29 to 30 May at the Cape Town ICC.  The company also showcased the Xerox Colour 1000 press, XC550 digital colour...

Gemalto to supply new electronic ID cards

Gemalto, the world leader in digital security, will supply the Government Printing Works (GPW) of South Africa with Sealys eID cards for their national identity programme. GPW will harness Gemalto’s secure embedded software to protect the holder’s image and biometric...

Prioritising big data key to future success

Within big data lies huge value, which organisations ignore at their peril, says Ayanda Dlamini, business development manager at LGR Telecommunications. Big data is raising a lot of questions within business, but it’s a phenomenon nobody can afford to ignore.  Within...

McAfee transforms endpoint security market

McAfee has introduced two new suites: McAfee Complete Endpoint Protection – Enterprise; and McAfee Complete Endpoint Protection – Business.  These suites are the first to link security from chip to OS to applications, protecting against new threat vectors and bringing...

SAP Basis Consultant – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Our client, leaders in the automotive industry have an amazing opportunity available! The take-off position required is for an SAP Basis Consultant. Join a company with a focus on innovation topics as well as comprehensive IT solutions such as Development and...

AWS Data Engineer – Gauteng Midrand

Are you a skilled IT professional with a passion for innovation and cutting-edge technology? Our client is seeking a talented AWS Data Engineer to join their dynamic team at the Midrand/Menlyn location. As a global leader in the automotive industry, they are committed...

Scrum Master – Gauteng Midrand

Agile Scrum Master Are you an experienced Agile enthusiast with a passion for facilitating collaboration and driving team success? We are seeking a talented Agile Scrum Master to join our dynamic team and play a pivotal role in steering our projects toward successful...

Software Tester – Gauteng Centurion

The main purpose of this position is to take responsibility for the testing of Software and Mobile Applications as well as the implementation of test methodologies and processes. This includes the compilation and creation of Test plans, Test Cases from the design...

DevOps Engineer – (2-year FTC) – Remote

Job Description:We are looking for a DevOps Engineer to support within our IT4SC DevOps Capability. The DevOps Engineer will support with the implementation of DevOps CI/CD templates, processes, support and operation.All activities are to be performed in compliance to...

Software Developer React

We are looking for a talented Software Engineer who will work collaboratively with the Finance team to support development of the new settlement and billing systems. How you'll be making a difference: Work alongside the team and be a part of the full software...

Software Engineer

Data Streaming Platform Engineer Location: Gauteng Are you a skilled and innovative software developer with a passion for cutting-edge technologies? We are seeking a talented individual to join our team as a Data Streaming Platform with expertise in Kotlin, Java,...

SAP FICO Consultant

Are you a skilled SAP professional with a passion for innovation and cutting-edge technology? Our client is seeking a talented SAP FI Consultant to join their dynamic team at their Midrand/Menlyn location. As a global leader in the automotive industry, they are...

Senior Business Analyst

Main Purpose of Role To enable the business growth strategy by ensuring that the PeopleWare/ Payroll, Time & Attendance, and related products remains relevant, competitive and of high quality.This role requires a deep understanding of payroll processes, tax...

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