Resilience could waver on asset prices, debt, geoeconomic tensions
The global economic outlook has improved modestly but remains uncertain, with asset valuations, mounting debt, geoeconomic realignment and rapid artificial intelligence deployment creating both opportunities and risks, according to the World Economic Forum's...
SA needs to close the AI implementation gap
South Africa is not short on ambition when it comes to artificial intelligence – what the country is short on is execution. That is the harsh conclusion from Joshua Harvey, head of growth at Specno. He points out that, while global benchmarks show South Africa is...
New cloud platform looks to transform global air traffic
Air traffic control (ATC) authorities around the world continue to face challenges with messaging systems that are limited in their capabilities, operationally demanding, and slow to adapt to modern needs making it harder to coordinate across borders and keep pace...
Thauronix gears up for SA’s changing cybersecurity landscape
Thauronix has become the latest South African company to join the Thales Accelerate Partner Network, enabling local organisations to access world-class technologies that safeguard digital assets and ensure secure access across complex IT environments. Thales IAM...
Resellers: Make your voice heard
Voting has officially opened 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...
Supply chain cybersecurity hits Peak of Inflated Expectations
Supply chain cybersecurity has reached the Peak of Inflated Expectations, while generative AI (GenAI) is in the Trough of Disillusionment and presents an added threat to secure supply chains, according to Gartner. “The large number of multitier partners in an...
EA to be bought out for $55bn
In a deal worth $55-billion, Electronic Arts is to be acquired by an investor consortium comprised of PIF, Silver Lake and Affinity Partners in an all-cash transaction. Under the terms of the agreement, the Consortium will acquire 100% of EA, with PIF rolling over its...
Phishing further evolves with AI and stealth
Kaspersky detected and blocked over 142-million phishing link clicks in Q2 2025 - a 3,3% increase globally and a 25,7% increase in Africa from Q1. Currently, phishing is going through a shift driven by sophisticated AI-powered deception techniques and innovative...
MTN scores global first with core network upgrades
MTN South Africa has become the first operator globally to go-live with automated In-service Software Upgrade (ISSU) on Ericsson Packet Core Gateway (PCG) node with a collocated Packet Core Firewall. The modernisation brings a range of benefits to South Africa’s...
When trade deals expire: What’s at stake with AGOA?
Market access to the US could further deteriorate for many African countries if the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) is not renewed before its expiration today (30 September 2025). AGOA is a non-reciprocal US trade preference programme introduced in May 2000...
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Technology helps preserve the ancient art of animal tracking
Animal tracking is among the oldest forms of science in recorded history, its origins dating back tens of thousands of years. By Mandy Duncan, country manager for HPE Aruba Networking South Africa Despite its importance to understanding the world around us, trackers...
CXG wins big with Nando’s
DSG (Digital Solutions Group), in partnership with Nando's, has been named Best CX Team of the Year in the Transformation category of this year's Customer Experience Africa awards. Brandon Meszaros, CEO of Customer Experience Group, a member of DSG, says,\: "Being...
Huawei Cloud debuts GaussDB and Database Pioneer Program
Huawei Cloud successfully hosted the Database Innovation Forum 2024 in Cape Town, South Africa. The theme of the forum was "GaussDB: A Better Way to Database". In collaboration with local customers and partners, Huawei introduced its GaussDB solutions to enable...
Collaboration, awareness key to solving the e-waste crisis
As far as electronic waste in South Africa goes, the work has only just begun. Fortunately, key players like E-Waste Recycling Authority (ERA) are making strides in this area, as shown by their recently released 2023 Annual Report. Responsible for processing 22% of...
ERP systems transform wholesale operations
The wholesale industry, a crucial intermediary between manufacturers and retailers, faces many challenges in today's fast-paced business environment. From managing extensive inventories to optimising supply chains and meeting customer demands, wholesalers must...
How to securely manage your digital footprint
Our expanding digital footprint, including what we share on social media and via email, places us at growing risk of identity theft, data breaches, and cybercrime. Managing your online presence is critical to safeguarding your privacy and security, and it is...
These cybercrime trends have put local insurers on high-alert
These are times of unprecedented change and disruption. New technological innovations and geopolitical events are just two of the major catalysts of change in the landscape of risk. In times of volatility, businesses are often faced with increased risk exposure, with...
Building SA’s smart(er) cities
Is South Africa truly ready for smart cities full of bullet trains and flying taxis? According to Sunil Geness, director of global government affairs & CSR for Africa at SAP, smart cities hold enormous potential for improving the quality of life for millions of...
Evolving payments need evolving skills
In this dynamic age of payments, nurturing the right human-centered skills for the future workplace will have a profound impact on the industry, writes Roshan Moonsamy, chief financial officer at BankservAfrica. In recent years, new payment innovations have emerged,...
A growing economy and political stability might not be enough to rescue the rand
In the wake of South Africa announcing a government of national unity (GNU) in mid-June, there was significant optimism from international investors. The members of the GNU, it was thought, would help create the kind of stability that fostered economic growth. That...
Network Security Engineer – EvdB
Key Responsibilities:Design, implement, and maintain robust network security infrastructure to protect Customer's digital environment. Manage and optimize security platforms including firewalls, intrusion prevention systems (IPS), DDoS mitigation tools, VPNs, secure...
Senior Full-stack Developer at Adapt IT
Introduction The Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) division is a multi-industry division of Adapt IT with a solid foundation providing key products. Our products help make businesses feel more in control of their expenses, and provide a cost assurance to help...
Network Security Engineer – EvdB – Gauteng Pretoria
Key Responsibilities:Design, implement, and maintain robust network security infrastructure to protect Customer's digital environment. Manage and optimize security platforms including firewalls, intrusion prevention systems (IPS), DDoS mitigation tools, VPNs, secure...
Senior Full-stack Developer at Adapt IT – Gauteng Midrand
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CNC Setter /Operator /Programmer
A dynamic organization based in the East Rand is looking to employ a CNC Operator and Setter with programming knowledge that has experience working on Lathe MachineryMinimum RequirementsMatricTechnical certification / Trade Tested (Highly Advantageous)Experience...
Flutter Developer
Ready to build what the world depends on? Irene, Gauteng (on-site)R1,000,000+ p/a (negotiable for top talent)Global identity & security tech | Cross-platform apps | High-performance engineeringStep into a role where your code does more than function; it secures...
Head of Software
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CNC Setter /Operator /Programmer – Gauteng Primrose
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Head of Software – Gauteng Braamfontein
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