AI projects are failing, but the problem started long before AI
As organisations around the world accelerate their investments in artificial intelligence (AI), digital transformation, and data analytics a growing number of industry experts are warning that many companies are still approaching these initiatives in fundamentally...
Petrol pain drives South Africans towards hybrid vehicles
Rising fuel costs are pushing more South Africans to consider hybrid vehicles instead of fully electric cars, according to Yazi’s March 2026 SA Fuel & Energy Sentiment Study, which found that consumers are prioritising cost savings, flexibility, and energy...
Nvidia’s H200 exports to China could reshape AI investment
The decision by the Trump administration to allow Nvidia to export its advanced H200 artificial intelligence (AI) chips to approved customers in China represents a material shift in the global AI investment environment. This is according to Nigel Green, CEO of deVere...
Is AI choosing your Xmas gifts this year?
While artificial intelligence (AI) has become a regular part of the business environment, home assistance, and everyday consumer experiences, not many would have expected AI tools to transform holiday shopping. However, a rising number of consumers are now embracing...
Financial sector came under sustained attack in 2026
The 2025 Kaspersky Security Bulletin provides a review of the major cybersecurity trends of the year and offers a look towards the future of cybersecurity, including within the financial sector. According to the report, in 2025, the financial sector navigated a...
Call for Science Oscars nominations
The National Science and Technology Forum (NSTF) calls for nominations for the 28th NSTF-South32 Awards. The awards focus on science, engineering and technology (SET) and innovation in South Africa. The NSTF’s theme for 2026 is ‘Healthy Aging’ in recognition of the...
Rebound in tech jobs signals industry growth
Demand for technology professionals in South Africa has bounced back strongly in the second half of 2025, suggesting that the technology sector is turning a corner. Pnet’s Job Market Trends Report for November 2025 shows meaningful signs of recovery for the IT sector...
Fibre-led broadband key for SA’s fixed communications
Fixed communication services revenue in South Africa is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4,1% during 2025-2030. Broadband, led by fiber-optic (FTTH/B) and accelerating fibre rollouts, will be the primary growth engine, while fixed wireless...
Africa well-positioned to leapfrog into digital trade
Africa is exceptionally well-positioned to leverage DEAs, cloud, the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) agreement and strategic partnerships to leapfrog into a more digital, inclusive trade system. This is among the findings of Standard Chartered’s "Future...
AI uptake and digital wellbeing differs by geography
Generative AI is (GenAI) is moving rapidly from novelty to habit. But adoption rates may not tell the full story. Cisco partnered with the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) on the Digital Well-being Hub to study the relationship between...
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Ecobank Partners with Nium on cross-border payments
Nium has announced a partnership with Ecobank Transnational to enable cross-border payments across 35 African markets for more than 32-million customers. Nium’s real-time payments infrastructure will be integrated into Ecobank’s existing banking operations, letting...
Prepare for impending e-invoicing mandates as UK policy changes
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Huawei Operations Transformation Forum Africa 2024: How All Intelligent Operations Will Enable New Growth
Huawei’s Operations and Transformation Forum Africa 2024 opened to an eager audience of industry insiders and a lineup of high-level experts at part of this year’s AfricaCom conference. The forum’s agenda focused on exploring ways for telecommunications industry...
Now there’s a better way to consume IT
Growing IT complexity and costs are holding many businesses back from enjoying the full benefits that technology could offer. Indeed, for businesses relying on outdated IT systems, managing costs, security and scalability can be overwhelming. Now Tarsus Distribution,...
People before patterns
Demographic segmentation is useful. But it has its limitations. How can we go beyond its aggregated patterns and neat categorisations? Cezanne Joynt, client services manager at Achievement Awards Group, explores the question By using data to get really personal. By...
Huawei Cloud enables digital growth
The need for actionable steps to grow South Africa’s digital economy took centre stage during a panel discussion at the recent Huawei Cloud Summit in Johannesburg. Commenting on Huawei’s role in unlocking digital growth Jacquline Shi, president of Huawei Cloud global...
Nutanix leads in 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant
Nutanix is positioned furthest in vision among all vendors in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for File and Object Storage Platforms. Nutanix believes this recognition is due to the company’s strong vision for an enterprise storage platform that unifies unstructured...
Make business communication more effective in 2025
We’ve seen a number of consumer trends in 2024 shape how businesses connect with their customers. These range from how people shop to how they expect to be served By Warren Hawkins, MD of Euphoria Telecom Adapting to these and ensuring that your business keeps pace...
The central role of IoT and 5G in sustainable economic growth
As Africa races to meet the 17 objectives outlined in the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by the 2030 target, it’s clear that traditional solutions to longstanding problems are no longer good enough. By Rami Osman, director for business...
Automation is the future of printing – for reasons that may surprise
Automation tends to excite people because it is seen as the answer to many problems or the source of many others. The local printing industry tends to be wary of automation but if it is approached with a clear plan, it can be a rising tide that lifts all boats....
AI Development Specialist (Azure)
Role Purpose Lead the design, build, and deployment of production-grade AI solutions on Microsoft Azure. Own end-to-end delivery-from data pipelines to model deployment, ensuring security, reliability, and compliance. ResponsibilitiesDesign and implement AI solutions...
Intermediate Data Engineer – Hybrid
An innovative and rapidly expanding Tech company is inviting applications from qualified Data Engineer candidatesto take up a permanent role at our Umhlanga based Company.About The Virtual AgentThe Virtual Agent (TVA) is a fast-growing PropTech company transforming...
AI Development Specialist (Azure) – Gauteng Edenburg
Role Purpose Lead the design, build, and deployment of production-grade AI solutions on Microsoft Azure. Own end-to-end delivery-from data pipelines to model deployment, ensuring security, reliability, and compliance. ResponsibilitiesDesign and implement AI solutions...
Intermediate Data Engineer – Hybrid – KwaZulu-Natal Umhlanga Ridge
An innovative and rapidly expanding Tech company is inviting applications from qualified Data Engineer candidatesto take up a permanent role at our Umhlanga based Company.About The Virtual AgentThe Virtual Agent (TVA) is a fast-growing PropTech company transforming...
Senior Technology Consultant (Somerset West)
ENVIRONMENT:A skilled & adaptable Senior Technology Consultant is sought by a leading player in the fresh produce industry offering IT, analytics, and software support services. Your core role will be to provide comprehensive technical support across IT systems,...
Senior Network Administrator
To support, secure, and maintain the organisation's network and server infrastructure, ensuring stable, secure, and reliable IT operations across the business.Minimum Qualifications and Requirements: Minimum 5 years experience in IT and Network AdministrationDiploma...
Business Analyst/Tester (Transport Management System) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Role OverviewThe Business Analyst / Tester will support CCBA's Transport Management System (TMS) Programme across Release 1 and Release 2, performing a dual role that combines business analysis, system integration, and end-to-end testing responsibilities.The role...
Senior Technology Consultant (Somerset West) – Western Cape Somerset West
ENVIRONMENT:A skilled & adaptable Senior Technology Consultant is sought by a leading player in the fresh produce industry offering IT, analytics, and software support services. Your core role will be to provide comprehensive technical support across IT systems,...
Senior Network Administrator – Gauteng Johannesburg
To support, secure, and maintain the organisation's network and server infrastructure, ensuring stable, secure, and reliable IT operations across the business.Minimum Qualifications and Requirements: Minimum 5 years experience in IT and Network AdministrationDiploma...
Business Analyst/Tester (Transport Management System) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
Role OverviewThe Business Analyst / Tester will support CCBA's Transport Management System (TMS) Programme across Release 1 and Release 2, performing a dual role that combines business analysis, system integration, and end-to-end testing responsibilities.The role...
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