Windows 11 upgrades pushed global PC shipment growth over 9% in 2025
Worldwide PC shipments totaled 71,5-million units in the fourth quarter of 2025, a 9,3% increase from the fourth quarter of 2024, according to preliminary results by Gartner. For the full year, worldwide PC shipments totaled more than 270-million units, a 9,1%...
The C-suite in 2026 is optimistic, disciplined, flexible and AI-powered
The C-suite is entering 2026 with bolstered confidence. According to International Workplace Group’s latest State of the C-Suite report, 95% of CEOs are optimistic about 2026 and 84% expect global economic conditions to improve, after a year marked by economic...
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...
AI-enabling cloud services are the future of cloud
The adoption of AI within cloud services is poised to revolutionise IT operations, embedding AI as a fundamental element across everything from infrastructure management to application deployment. Significant investment from vendors is speeding up the commoditisation...
HashiCorp builds agentic infrastructure with Project infragraph
IBM company HashiCorp has introduced a series of infrastructure and security lifecycle innovations, and a preview of Project infragraph — a new strategic investment for the HashiCorp Cloud Platform (HCP) that lays the groundwork for agentic infrastructure....
Alleviating energy poverty in hardest-to-reach markets
UK impact investor British International Investment (BII) has committed $20-million to Acumen’s Hardest-to-Reach (H2R) initiative to expand energy access in frontier African economies. Through the initiative’s debt-focused vehicle, H2R Amplify, BII says its investment...
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Trinity receives Vodacom accolade
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Maximise efficiency and drive growth by harnessing HR tech
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SoftwareOne named in IDC MarketScape report
SoftwareOne has been recognised as a Major Player in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Cloud Professional Services Vendor 2024 Assessment. IDC MarketScape evaluated about 940 global cloud professional services vendors based on buyer perceptions, and success metrics in...
Digital wallets a game-changer for SMEs, sole traders
South Africa has seen a surge in the adoption of digital wallets and payments, fuelled by their convenience, speed, security and reach. Digital wallets are increasingly being adopted by South African small businesses and traders looking to move away from cash without...
Digital wallets a game-changer for SMEs, sole traders
South Africa has seen a surge in the adoption of digital wallets and payments, fuelled by their convenience, speed, security and reach. Digital wallets are increasingly being adopted by South African small businesses and traders looking to move away from cash without...
How fintech impact township businesses
Cashless payments have the potential to transform South Africa's township economy by reducing transaction costs, improving financial inclusion, and lowering safety and security risks for consumers and merchants alike. These benefits could, over time, help to formalise...
Challenges and opportunities for emerging telcos
The African telecommunications market has seen significant consolidation over the past decade, characterised by mergers, acquisitions, and closures such as Telecel's acquisition of MTN's operations in Guinea-Bissau and Guinea Conakry; as well as its acquisition of...
Succession planning key to fast-tracking gender diversity
Despite the ongoing focus on gender diversity in the workplace, including fair remuneration and representation, the numbers continue to reflect glacial progress at best. According to The World Economic Forum's 2024 Global Gender Gap Report released last month, closing...
Junior Project Manager (Contract) at Adapt IT – Gauteng Midrand
Introduction We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Project Manager to support the delivery of customized telecommunications solutions for our enterprise and carrier clients. This role involves assisting in planning, coordinating, and executing...
Business Analyst – Remote Remote
Well established business seeking to appoint a Business Analyst The Business Analyst is expected to possess advanced analytical capabilities, a comprehensive understanding of systems, and expertise in optimizing business processes.Responsibilities include documenting...
Business Systems Engineer
Seeking a motivated Business Systems Engineer to join a fast-growing startup in the agriculture sector. You will analyze, design, and implement business systems, collaborating with engineers, business stakeholders, and data scientists to deliver innovative solutions....
Data Engineer
Well established business seeking to appoint a Data Engineer.The Data Engineer will work closely with both the Head of Data & Analytics and other technical teams to contribute to the design of the firm's data architecture and long-term data strategy, ensure...
Business Systems Engineer – Western Cape West Coast
Seeking a motivated Business Systems Engineer to join a fast-growing startup in the agriculture sector. You will analyze, design, and implement business systems, collaborating with engineers, business stakeholders, and data scientists to deliver innovative solutions....
Data Engineer – Remote Remote
Well established business seeking to appoint a Data Engineer.The Data Engineer will work closely with both the Head of Data & Analytics and other technical teams to contribute to the design of the firm's data architecture and long-term data strategy, ensure...
QA Tester
Seeking a skilled QA Tester with both manual and automation testing expertise to join the Johannesburg-based team. The successful candidate will ensure the quality, functionality, and reliability of software solutions by executing rigorous testing protocols,...
SAP SD & MM Business Analyst at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
We are seeking an experienced Business Analyst with deep expertise in SAP Sales & Distribution (SD) and Materials Management (MM) modules. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in SAP project implementations, including requirements gathering, process...
QA Tester – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Seeking a skilled QA Tester with both manual and automation testing expertise to join the Johannesburg-based team. The successful candidate will ensure the quality, functionality, and reliability of software solutions by executing rigorous testing protocols,...
SAP SD & MM Business Analyst at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Sandton
We are seeking an experienced Business Analyst with deep expertise in SAP Sales & Distribution (SD) and Materials Management (MM) modules. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in SAP project implementations, including requirements gathering, process...
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