CEOs take the lead as AI investment gains pace

Corporate AI investment is growing significantly and it’s not about to slow down. Companies are planning to double their spending on the technology in 2026, accounting for about 1,7% of revenues - more than twice the increase for 2025. Meanwhile, CEOs are rolling up...

Geoeconomic risks rise in new age of competition

The World Economic Forum's Global Risks Report 2026, published yesterday (14 January), finds geoeconomic confrontation emerges as the top risk for the year, followed by interstate conflict, extreme weather, societal polarisation and misinformation and disinformation....

South Africans stay optimistic as they adapt to financial pressures

South African households are showing signs of meaningful financial adaptation amid ongoing cost pressures, according to TransUnion’s latest Q4 2025 Consumer Pulse Study. While inflation and affordability challenges persist, consumers are becoming more intentional in...

Cyber-enabled fraud one of the most pervasive global threats

Artificial intelligence, geopolitical fragmentation and a surge in cyber-enabled fraud are redefining the global cyber risk landscape at unprecedented speed, according to the World Economic Forum’s Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2026. The report, developed in...

Interpol’s pan-African cybercrime operation nets 260 scammers

Authorities in 14 African countries have arrested 260 suspects and seized 1 235 electronic devices in a coordinated international operation against cyber-enabled crime. The crackdown targeted transnational criminal networks exploiting digital platforms, particularly...

Stormy weather ahead for the global economy

The global economy is entering a period of weak growth and systemic disruption, according to the World Economic Forum’s latest Chief Economists’ Outlook. Some 72% of surveyed chief economists expect the global economy to weaken over the next year amid intensifying...

Geopolitics puts focus on data control

There’s been a dramatic rise in concern over data sovereignty across the UK technology sector, with 83% of IT leaders worried that geopolitical developments may affect their ability to control and access their data. According to survey by Civo, 61% of IT...

Manufacturing sector uncertainty persists

The Q2 2025 Absa Manufacturing Survey reveals that uncertainty remains a dominant theme within the manufacturing sector, both domestically and globally. Business confidence declined marginally to 33 points, down from 34 in Q1, an outcome some noted could have been...

Security, capital challenges threaten energy transition gains

Global progress towards secure, equitable and sustainable energy is accelerating after years of sluggish gains, according to a new World Economic Forum report. However, rising geopolitical tensions, investment gaps, and a growing disconnect between clean energy...

Industrial organisations put themselves at increased risk

A study titled "Securing OT with Purpose-built Solutions", conducted by Kaspersky in collaboration with VDC Research, illuminates the shifting landscape of cybersecurity within the industrial sector. Focusing on key industries such as energy, utilities, manufacturing...

Reasoning models not always the best option

The buzz on the generative AI (GenAI) scene is around reasoning - but reasoning models are not without limitations. They require more processing power and more tokens than standard models, making them more expensive. In addition, the need for additional computation...

How enterprise risk management can assess tariff risks

Heads of enterprise risk management (ERM) are well positioned to identify potential tariff impacts for their organisation by assessing their risk in three steps, according to Gartner. The three steps ERM leaders should follow include:  Assess how tariff risks impact...

Yellow Card, Visa accelerate stablecoin adoption

Yellow Card, a licensed stablecoin payments orchestrator for Africa and the emerging world, has partnered with Visa to explore stablecoin use cases and opportunities to streamline treasury operations, enhance liquidity management, and enable faster, more...

ISPA lays out its AfriNIC recommendations

ISPA, South Africa’s official internet Industry Representative Body (IRB), has shared its preferred candidates in the upcoming AfriNIC (The African Network Information Centre) elections for the board of Africa’s Regional Internet Registry (RIR). Voting for AfriNIC’s...

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Virtual healthcare could be a catalyst for social change

According to the United Nations Development Programme, more than 400-million people in sub-Saharan Africa lack access to good health care, representing nearly half of the global total without this essential service. The UNDP's latest Insurance and Risk Finance report...

Supply chain security vital for SA’s digital-first financial system

South Africa's banking sector has always been characterised by forward-thinking mindsets. Like the rest of the continent, digital platforms and services play a crucial role in offering financial services to a majorly underserviced or "unbanked" population. By Monica...

How the digital nomad visa could impact local coders

With South Africa getting closer to rolling out a digital nomad visa, it is a mix of good news for the economy but also a cause for concern about how it might affect our local coders, writes Mvelo Hlophe, CEO of Zaio. Remote work is gaining popularity, allowing...

What are MFA fatigue attacks and how can they be prevented?

Multifactor authentication is a security measure that requires users to provide a second form of verification before they can log into a corporate network. It has long been considered essential for keeping fraudsters out. However, cybercriminals have been discovering...

The value of dynamic spectrum in South Africa

Following the gazetting of the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa's (ICASA) position paper on the inquiry into the implementation of dynamic spectrum access and sharing, Paul Colmer, exco member at Wireless Access Provider's Association (WAPA), takes...

Governance strategies to help accelerate the AI opportunity in Africa

Over the past year and a half, we've seen the audience for AI extend from IT experts to almost anyone with access to the internet, writes Akua Gyekye, government affairs director at Microsoft Africa. Thanks to large language models (LLMs), online users can now...

How unified data management can benefit the petrochemical industry

The petrochemical industry heavily depends on data for decision-making, operational efficiency, and compliance. However, it faces major challenges in managing data in remote sites with harsh environments and limited infrastructure, writes Iniel Dreyer, group MD of...

How to evaluate the value proposition of hyperscalers

Cloud service providers are set to continue increasing their presence in South Africa, while meeting local clients' enterprise computing and storage needs. By Eugene De Souza, regional cloud ecosystem lead at Red Hat Just last year, Amazon Web Services (AWS) committed...

What is the future of enterprise connectivity?

At the end of last year, the South African telecommunications services market was worth more than $9,4-billion and on track to continue its 2% compound annual growth rate through 2028. By Tobie van Schalkwyk, business unit manager at Duxbury Networking With...

New data, analytics officer for Cell C

Cell C has announced the appointment of Bryan O'Donovan as chief data and analytics officer, effective May 2024. Prior to his appointment at Cell C, Bryan held a number of key leadership positions, including managing executive roles at Vodacom South Africa, and a...

Business Systems Analyst at Humankind Group – Gauteng Springs

We are seeking a highly skilled and technically proficient Business Systems Analyst for a 12-month contract. The successful candidate will work closely with senior business leaders across various operating divisions to identify business needs and translate them into...

Support Engineer (Proactive Services) – Western Cape Cape Town Region

Support Engineer (Proactive Services) Join a dynamic and fast-growing technology services provider Remote South Africa | Salary: Negotiable | Hours: 8AM to 5PM UK About Our Client Our client is a young, dynamic, and ambitious technology services business with a strong...

Cyber Security Manager – Gauteng Primrose

IT ManagerJob Overview:Our client is seeking an experienced IT Manager to oversee and manage all aspects of information technology within their trading entity. The IT Manager will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of their IT systems, implementing...

Business Analyst at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

About the Role: As a Business Analyst, you will play a crucial role in bridging the gap between business needs and technology solutions. You will work closely with stakeholders to understand requirements, analyse processes, and recommend improvements to enhance...

Data Analyst at Humankind Group

We are seeking a highly skilled and analytical Data Analyst for a 12-month contract. The successful candidate will be responsible for leveraging data to inform business strategy and operational decision-making. This role requires a strong technical proficiency in SQL...

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