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...

SA young scientists bring home the medals

South African young scientists have been awarded Gold and Silver medals at the Initiative for Research and Innovation in STEM (IRIS) Global Symposium in India, where they displayed their scientific excellence. Nkanteko Moyane, 15, from Daleview Secondary School in...

New cars sales still resilient

The new car buying trend has continued unabated into the new year, with January figures reflecting a 7,5% increase in total vehicle sales and passenger car volumes up 7,1%. “This is a welcome and encouraging sign for the local motor industry at a time when both the...

NTT Data acquires Alchemy Technology Services

NTT Data has acquired Alchemy Technology Services, a specialist insurance technology consultancy. In addition to strong consultancy and Guidewire credentials, Alchemy has expertise in the specialty insurance market, particularly in supporting complex and regulated...

To succeed, security must align to the business

Kathy Gibson reports - Artificial intelligence (AI), security and governance are all critical if digital transformation is to succeed. But sometimes technology leaders frame the cybersecurity conversation in a way that doesn’t resonate with boardroom decision-makers –...

Resellers: Make your voice heard

Voting is open for the South African IT distribution channel’s most prestigious awards – the Channelwise Awards 2025 – where resellers and partners get the chance to rate and reward their top distributors and vendors. “Over the years, the Channelwise Awards have...

Helping managers to better leverage AI

Only 8% of HR leaders believe their managers have the skills needed to use AI effectively today, according to Gartner. But despite the low confidence in manager use of AI, a July 2025 Gartner survey of 114 HR leaders revealed that one in three HR leaders say their...

GirlCodeHack 2025 drives African tech innovation

The 11th edition of the annual GirlCodeHack brought together young women from eight African cities: Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Nairobi, Kampala, Dar es Salaam and Gaborone, for a 30-hour hackathon that championed cross-border collaboration and highlighting the...

These are the coal mine jobs most at risk in SA’s energy transition

The global energy transition from fossil fuels to clean energy is putting increasing pressure on coal mining. However, a just transition requires a deep understanding of the local context and the social realities of mine closure. In a paper published in the respected...

Data fabric key for AI-supply chain integration

Chief supply chain officers (CSCOs) seeking to scale advanced analytics and AI across complex, multi-system environments can leverage a data fabric architecture to create an AI‑ready data foundation, according to Gartner. A data fabric architecture is a modern...

Intel debuts faster hybrid AI models

At CES Las Vegas in January, Intel launched Intel AI Assistant Builder (formerly SuperBuilder) – a free software stack available to anyone with an Intel-based AI PC. Once downloaded and installed, Intel AI Assistant Builder doesn’t require an Internet connection to...

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Smart switch could be a magic fix for SA’s energy crisis

South Africans are fortunate to enjoy some of the world’s best weather, with many of our cities consistently ranked among the most pleasant. However, in recent years, erratic weather patterns have raised concerns, as heatwaves, floods, and droughts become more...

Bring your own AI could be a risky business

As more employees explore the power of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools in the workplace and more employers weigh up the pros and cons of the technology, a new trend emerges. Chris Wiggett, director: AI at NTT Data in Middle East and Africa, explores...

High EQ drives better contact centre customer experience

The business process outsourcing (BPO) industry is renowned for being one of the most stressful industries in the world, and this is no surprise – the variability of human interaction adds an element of the unknown to each day an agent spends in a contact centre. By...

BT readies customers for Global Fabric

BT has announced it has switched on Global Fabric, its new network-as-a-service (NaaS) platform, and has been carrying out extensive live testing over the past two months. The first Global Fabric services will launch in early 2025. Global Fabric will make it easier...

Netscout showcases cybersecurity for Africa

Netscout Systems will participate in the Mobile World Congress (MWC) Kigali 2024 from 29 to 31 October in Kigali, focusing on educating delegates about its comprehensive solutions for the mobile sector, emphasising the importance of cybersecurity in light of new...

Paratus aims to unlock Africa potential with LEO satellite

The pan-African telco, Paratus Group, announced it is providing LEO satellite solutions to clients in South Africa, Botswana, Mozambique, and Zambia. Speaking at the Atlantic Convergence conference in Lisbon this week, Rolf Mendelsohn, chief technical officer of the...

Nology signs up Huawei eKit distribution

Nology has been appointed as a distributor for Huawei’s eKit range of networking equipment for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and its IdeaHub range of interactive digital boards. Marc Kushner, business unit executive: networking at Nology, says the distributor...

Growthpoint Properties advances sustainability goals with automation

Growthpoint Properties has developed a bespoke automation solution in partnership with intelligent automation solutions provider 1ai, to streamline the processing of municipal invoices. The initiative forms part of Growthpoint’s broader efforts in using technology to...

Seacom enhances security offerings with Arctic Wolf

By partnering with Arctic Wolf, Seacom aims to equip its clients with advanced security operations solutions to combat the growing threat of cyberthreats in today's digital landscape. Cyberattacks threaten companies of every size, and organisations are increasingly...

An added layer of card security for online shoppers

Mastercard has announced enhancements to its Identity Check programme that will give South African cardholders an extra layer of protection at checkout. According to SABRIC, in 2022 card not present (CNP) fraud amounted to 76,9% of the gross fraud losses on South...

IT Desktop Support Engineer (Tier 1) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client was established in the 90's and while headquartered in Cape Town, they do have a large office in Jhb and great global presence with over 500+ employees. They are a diverse team of engineers, developers and specialists in finance, HR,...

Full Stack Developer (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client is a global investment advisory firm focusing on long-term value creation through investment strategies. They work with a diverse group of institutional partners and pride themselves on their collaborative, sustainable, inclusive culture...

Business Analyst (Student Information Systems) 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...

Principle .Net Developer/Architect – EvdB

This role, within a flat organizational structure, requires both leadership skills and technical expertise, as well as a willingness to undertake tasks from solution design to core functionality development.Key responsibilities include:• Architect and develop...

Backend Developer (C#.Net) (CPT/JHB Hybrid) – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:A growing global FinTech company seeks the coding talents of a strong strategic-thinking Backend Developer to ensure the successful delivery of its technical roadmap. Operating within an Agile framework, you will collaborate with Developers and Project...

Scrum Master at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg

About our client:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...

Principle .Net Developer/Architect – EvdB – Gauteng Pretoria

This role, within a flat organizational structure, requires both leadership skills and technical expertise, as well as a willingness to undertake tasks from solution design to core functionality development.Key responsibilities include:• Architect and develop...

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