Mankind’s first journey to another star set for 2029 launch

Plans are underway for mankind’s first journey to another star – a trip that is expected to take about 80 000 years. The Fermi Explorer Mission, a nonprofit organisation, hopes to set off for Alpha Centauri by 2029. The more than 40-trillion kilometre journey is...

IT spend will breach $7trn for the first time in 2027

Worldwide IT spending is expected to reach $7,35-trillion in 2027, up 15% from 2026, according to the latest forecast by Gartner. “Collectively, the market forces are reinforcing spend around AI infrastructure, AI-enabled cloud platforms, and advanced software...

As African CEOs embrace AI, ROI is still elusive

By Kathy Gibson - African companies are in the middle of learning and adopting artificial intelligence (AI), and adapting to the changes it brings. But they are also looking beyond adoption at how to measure value from their AI investments, says Ladi Asuni, partner...

Africa moves from AI ambition to action

AI has moved from potential to proven economic value and while ambition setting is near universal across economies, execution speed is the differentiator, according to Boston Consulting Group’s The AI Maturity Matrix 2026: AI Is Transforming How Economies Develop and...

Transnet on track with R129bn recovery

Transnet will spend more than R129-billion over the next five years to restore the organisation’s sustainability and credibility. This is the word from group chief executive Michelle Phillips, addressing delegates at the SAPICS Conference in Cape Town. Phillips told...

Standard Bank shares SAP migration success story

Kathy Gibson reports from SAP Connect in Kyalami – Standard Bank is working with SAP to build a resilient and adaptable business. Vanessa Padiachee, executive: group CIO for corporate functions at Standard Bank Group, explains that the finance organisation was at a...

95% of SMEs hit by browser attacks – are you next?

With small businesses now depending on an average of 36 applications running in it - from business banking and customer management to AI tools - the browser has quietly become both the primary workplace and the most overlooked security boundary in business, with 95%...

Cyberthreats continue to accelerate

Organisations worldwide experienced an average of 1 995 cyberattacks per week, according to the Check Point Global Threat Intelligence insights for March this year. Ransomware remained one of the most disruptive threats in March, with 672 publicly reported attacks led...

Steady decline in high-severity cybersecurity incidents

In its latest research - Anatomy of a Cyber World: Global Report - Kaspersky Security Services specialists say there has been a noticeable decline in the percentage of high-severity incidents over the past few years. While 2021 recorded the highest proportion at...

Nedbank, Mastercard partner on digital payments

Nedbank and Mastercard partner on digital payments across Southern Africa Nedbank and Mastercard have a 10-year commercial agreement to bring enhanced digital payment experiences to customers and businesses across southern Africa. The agreement spans South Africa,...

Gig workers turn to ride-hailing

Ride-hailing is helping South Africans earn income, build financial independence and navigate a tough economic environment. These are among the findings from Bolt’s new Gig Economy Report that examines how digital platforms are reshaping livelihoods, with many South...

Amazon will buy Globalstar, expanding space-based connectivity

Amazon.com will acquired Globalstar, enabling Amazon Leo to add direct-to-device (D2D) services to its low Earth orbit satellite network and extend cellular coverage to customers beyond the reach of terrestrial networks. In addition, Amazon and Apple announced an...

Biometric security falls to AI-driven fraud

The systems designed to verify identity and secure financial transactions are rapidly becoming the weakest link in the fight against fraud, as new data reveals the scale of AI-driven impersonation across Southern Africa. According to the Smile ID 2026 Digital Identity...

The infrastructure project risks SA can’t afford to ignore

South Africa’s infrastructure pipeline - spanning transport, energy, water and urban development - is essential to economic growth and social resilience. But, as projects increase in scale and urgency, they are also becoming harder to deliver. Cost pressure, skills...

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iContact BPO Partners with Krisp AI

iContact BPO has partnered with Krisp AI to deploy its AI-driven noise cancellation technology across its contact centre operations. The initiative aims to improve agent productivity and enhance the overall customer experience by eliminating background noise - a...

The shape of consumer consumption is changing

It has become increasingly challenging to meet consumer demand for accessible data and this is changing the shape of service delivery and innovation in 2025, writes Craig Blignaut,  WiFi product manager at Vox. In the first quarter of 2024, one user consumed 411,4...

Why companies are swinging back to on-prem

Cloud is more expensive than companies expected. According to a Citrix survey, companies are turning back the cloud clock, repatriating workloads to on-prem solutions because cloud introduces security risks, isn’t performing to expectations, and is adding more zeroes...

Unlocking SME growth in a changing economy

The critical role that entrepreneurs and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) play in creating jobs, supporting communities and enabling economic growth is widely acknowledged by role-players across the entrepreneurial ecosystem. By Ronnie Mbatsane, managing executive...

Paratus Group opens in Tanzania

Pan-African telecommunications and network services provider Paratus has announced the launch of Paratus Tanzania through a joint venture with Tanzanian based Green Telecom. Martin Cox, chief commercial officer of Paratus Group, says that opening in Tanzania is good...

Why most CX research falls short, and how to fix it

Would you ever tell a friend you had a "4/5" experience with a company? Of course not. That’s just not how we talk or communicate. Yet, brands and companies continuously rely on these arbitrary ratings to assess customer experience. By Liezel Jonkheid, director and...

As crypto grows, don’t lose sight of security

As cryptocurrency gains momentum and legitimacy, it’s becoming increasingly important for people to pay attention to financial security, writes Richard Frost, head of technology and innovation at Armata Cyber Security. The Consensus Web3 and Crypto Perception...

NTT Data expands SAP managed services

NTT Data has joined the SAP PartnerEdge program with a “Run” focus as a managed service provider (MSP) and will offer value-add services based on cloud solutions from SAP such as the RISE with SAP and GROW with SAP solutions and SAP Business AI as a full service...

MGX backs Binance in $2bn investment

Cryptocurrency exchange Binance and MGX, the Abu Dhabi-based AI and advanced technology investor, have announced a landmark $2-billion investment. The transaction, the first institutional investment in Binance to date, is the single largest investment into a crypto...

Vertiv to stage AI solutions roadshow

Vertiv is bringing it AI Solutions Innovation Roadshow to Johannesburg on 25 March, 2025. The roadshow, scheduled to take place at The Venue Green Park in Sandton, is part of a global series of events designed to educate and equip customers and consultants with...

Business Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Our client is looking for a Business Analyst to work closely with development teams and stakeholders to analyse, document, and improve business processes. This role involves requirements gathering, solution design support, and ensuring alignment between business needs...

Software Engineer: Back-End III – Western Cape Cape Town

Job Title: Software Engineer: Back-End III Our Approach We are more than just a financial services provider. Our mission is to simplify banking and help clients take control of their financial lives. We focus on delivering accessible, affordable solutions through...

Database Developer

Our client is looking for a Database Developer to design, implement, and maintain in-house database systems and support related data management products. This role involves full-cycle database development, from design and implementation to testing and ongoing support....

Full Stack Developer (Expert) 1563

Projects:Rapidly experiment with multiple solutions.Implement pixel perfect UI designs.Implement re-usable HTML and JS logic.Ensure all code is readable, extendable, and scalable.Ensure that stylesheets are maintained and adapted where necessary.Ensure that all...

Database Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Our client is looking for a Database Developer to design, implement, and maintain in-house database systems and support related data management products. This role involves full-cycle database development, from design and implementation to testing and ongoing support....

Full Stack Developer (Expert) 1563 – Gauteng Pretoria

Projects:Rapidly experiment with multiple solutions.Implement pixel perfect UI designs.Implement re-usable HTML and JS logic.Ensure all code is readable, extendable, and scalable.Ensure that stylesheets are maintained and adapted where necessary.Ensure that all...

Mid-Level Full-Stack Software Developer

Seeking a Mid-Level Full-Stack Software Developer to work on complex, high-impact projects in a collaborative, outcomes-based environment. Key Requirements Minimum 3-5 years of full-stack development experienceStrong Python (Django) and Angular skillsProven ability to...

Full Stack Developer (Entry) 1428

Contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of software components across the AI product stack.Implement clean, efficient, and well-tested code following team best practices.Collaborate with UI/UX designers and product stakeholders to build user-friendly...

Full Stack Developer (Entry) 1428 – Gauteng Pretoria

Contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of software components across the AI product stack.Implement clean, efficient, and well-tested code following team best practices.Collaborate with UI/UX designers and product stakeholders to build user-friendly...

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