Saffers are generally happy in love, but Gen Z is left out
As Valentine's Day approaches, a new Ipsos Love Life Satisfaction study reveals that South Africans continue to thrive in matters of the heart, with feeling loved and appreciated ranking as the nation's number one source of happiness – even as financial stress weighs...
Winners and losers as trade policies shift
Trade policy changes can shift who wins and who loses in global markets. When governments adjust tariffs, preferences or other trade costs, they change prices and competitive conditions. Some exporters gain advantages while others lose ground, reshaping trade flows...
Cybercrooks are coming after your data and your money
Kathy Gibson reports - Cybercriminals are interested in your data and your money, and they are becoming increasingly good at getting their hands on both. The 2025 Microsoft Digital Defense Report reveals that data is the adversaries’ primary focus area, closely...
IBM launches new defence-focused AI model
IBM has announced the general availability of the IBM Defense Model, a purpose-built AI model designed to deliver reliable intelligence for defence and national security. Developed together with Janes, a leading provider of open-source defence intelligence, the IBM...
Manufacturing pressure drives October PMI lower
The seasonally adjusted PMI declined by 1.6 points to 49.2 in October, reversing the gain seen in September when the index reached 50.8. The latest reading suggests that the manufacturing sector remains under pressure, with respondents pointing to subdued domestic...
AI’s growing demand for resources is unsustainable
A new white paper from NTT Data highlights the urgent need to embed sustainability into every layer of AI development and deployment to counteract the technology’s environmental impact. Deploying innovative solutions for sustainable AI is a corporate responsibility...
Despite global pressures, SME confidence gets a boost
South African small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are cautiously optimistic that the newly established Madlanga Commission will mark a turning point in the fight against corruption and crime – long seen as one of the greatest barriers to doing business in the country....
Nvidia connects quantum and GPU computing
Nvidia has launched NVQLink - an open system architecture for tightly coupling the extreme performance of GPU computing with quantum processors to build accelerated quantum supercomputers. Researchers from leading supercomputing centres at national laboratories...
King V: New governance Code to navigate an increasingly complex landscape
A new iteration of South Africa’s internationally acclaimed King Codes on Corporate Governance – King V – has been released, replacing King IV in its entirety. It will take effect for financial years starting on or after 1 January 2026, with earlier adoption being...
Are AI and robotics about to stall in manufacturing?
Nearly half of organisations lack confidence in their manufacturing strategy to deliver on business outcomes over the next three years, according to a new survey from Gartner. The survey found that two-thirds of organisations are not pursuing the needed aggressive...
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SOS Suite offers triple protection for estate residents
One hundred and fifty three years since the world’s first panic button was introduced in New York City, a local South African company is offering estate residents three different ways of summoning emergency assistance at the touch of a button. Glovent’s SOS Suite is...
Weelee Mega Store gets Pricer Electronic Label solution
Weelee’s flagship Mega Store in Centurion, has become the NEC XON Retail Business Unit’s first implementation of the Pricer Electronic Label solution in South Africa’s pre-owned vehicle market. Weelee, a fast-growing player in the pre-owned vehicle industry, sought to...
Kaspersky Threat Intelligence Portal offers threat landscape overview
To provide businesses with an all-encompassing view of the threats targeting their organisations, Kaspersky added new Threat Landscape section to its Threat Intelligence Portal. Now customers can access the most comprehensive and up-to-date information regarding...
The peaks and pitfalls of performance management systems
Performance management is crucial to anyone who wants their business and its employees to thrive. Unfortunately, it is often seen as a ‘tick-box’ HR exercise that becomes dreaded. Professional performance coach Alvin Govender teaches us the value of a system that...
Better ISO standardisation could win QSEs more BEE-qualifying work
Standards improve structure, governance and assurance, while business owners can tap into useful SEDA and enterprise supplier programme funding grants, writes Muhammad Ali, MD of World Wide Industrial & Systems Engineers (WWISE) Broad-Based Black Economic...
How to navigate the perils of cyber extortion
Cyber extortion has evolved into a complex and sophisticated form of cybercrime. Unlike traditional ransomware, which is typically computer-generated, broad, and indiscriminate in approach, cyber extortionists usually target specific companies for valuable data and...
Accenture and partners launch Pongola renewable energy project
Accenture, in collaboration with the Mining Qualification Authority, Mentec Foundation, NYDA, Moses Kotane Research Institute, and Dan Piet, has launched the green off-grid social enterprise franchise. The flagship Connectivity, Electricity and Education for...
Vertiv codevelops power and cooling blueprint for Nvidia GB200 NVL72 platform
Vertiv is releasing a complete 7MW reference architecture of the Nvidia GB200 NVL72 platform, co-developed with Nvidia, that will enable customers to transform traditional data centre architectures into AI factories capable of powering AI applications across the...
How to uphold service quality through a decentralised marketplace model
As e-commerce surges globally, online marketplaces are finding exciting and innovative ways to approach the decentralised nature of the trading space. According to data gathering and visualisation specialist Statista, e-commerce sales are expected to exceed...
Human risk management redefines cybersecurity
In today’s digital-first world, companies remain locked in a titanic battle to protect their people, data and work. By Brian Pinnock, vice-president of sales engineering: EMEA at Mimecast According to industry reports, cybercrime is expected to grow by 15% per year to...
C# .Net Developers – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
The client is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented developer for a remote role focused on building new products/features and maintaining a modern web application using the latest .NET and AWS tech stack. Key Requirements 5-6 years expBSc/BTechC# .Net Core / .Net...
API Developer – Gauteng Edenburg
Job DescriptionThe API Developer is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining secure, scalable, and high-performance APIs that support Company's enterprise integration strategy. The role enables seamless communication between internal platforms, external...
X3 Senior Project Managers
Responsible for full lifecycle project managementensuring quality execution, alignment with business objectives, and on-time delivery in a fast-paced media environment.2. Minimum RequirementsEducationRelevant Diploma or Degree in:Project ManagementMedia /...
Front-End Developer
Responsible for driving front-end development best practices and mentoring junior developersKey ResponsibilitiesApplication Development:Design, develop, and maintain scalable front-end applications using Angular and JavaScript.Implement responsive, accessible, and...
X3 Senior Project Managers – Gauteng Johannesburg
Responsible for full lifecycle project managementensuring quality execution, alignment with business objectives, and on-time delivery in a fast-paced media environment.2. Minimum RequirementsEducationRelevant Diploma or Degree in:Project ManagementMedia /...
Front-End Developer – Gauteng Sandton
Responsible for driving front-end development best practices and mentoring junior developersKey ResponsibilitiesApplication Development:Design, develop, and maintain scalable front-end applications using Angular and JavaScript.Implement responsive, accessible, and...
Business Analyst (Supply Chain)
A supply chain advisory and data analytics firm that helps businesses improve efficiency, reduce costs, and increase revenue through consulting, data science, and custom solutions, is seeking a a Senior Business Analyst and Consultant to join their Solution Design...
Senior Data Analyst
Role Summary:The Senior Data Analyst will play a pivotal role in transforming data into actionable insights that drive strategic decision-making across the organisation. This role requires a strong analytical mindset and proficiency in data visualisation. The ideal...
Business Analyst (Supply Chain) – Western Cape Cape Town
A supply chain advisory and data analytics firm that helps businesses improve efficiency, reduce costs, and increase revenue through consulting, data science, and custom solutions, is seeking a a Senior Business Analyst and Consultant to join their Solution Design...
Senior Data Analyst – Remote Remote
Role Summary:The Senior Data Analyst will play a pivotal role in transforming data into actionable insights that drive strategic decision-making across the organisation. This role requires a strong analytical mindset and proficiency in data visualisation. The ideal...
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