Global cloud infrastructure spending climbs 25% to $102,6bn

According to new research from Omdia, global spending on cloud infrastructure services reached $102,6-billion in Q3 2025, representing 25% year-on-year growth. Market momentum remained stable, marking the fifth consecutive quarter in which growth has remained above...

Technology, talent and trust will define the workplace in 2026

With companies increasingly prioritising their employees, they are also recognising that productivity and engagement are driven by how, when and with whom they collaborate rather than solely where they work. Organisations of all sizes are embracing flexible and hybrid...

Swift action needed to unlock AI’s $1trn opportunity for Africa

The African Development Bank has released a report establishing a strategic roadmap for unlocking the economic and social potential of artificial intelligence (AI) across Africa. Developed under the G20 Digital Transformation Working Group, Africa’s AI Productivity...

AI, geopolitics reshaping the future of global energy markets

S&P Global Energy has released its Top Trends report identifying the pivotal developments shaping clean energy technology, sustainability, and growth in global energy markets in 2026. "In 2026, AI's surging power demand growth will be testing grid limits, revenue...

Online voting for AFRINIC board opens today

ISPA, South Africa’s official internet Industry Representative Body (IRB), reminds members of AFRINIC (The African Network Information Centre) that online voting for the organisation’s new board opens today and urges them to vote for specific, worthy candidates....

Verto calls for SA to diversify payment systems

With the possibility thaf South Africa could be removed from the SWIFT payment system, at least one cross-border payment solutions provider believes the country needs to diversify if financial infrastructure. The remarks come amid growing geopolitical tensions and...

Intel boosts AI workloads with new processors

Intel has unveiled three new additions to its Xeon 6 series of central processing units (CPUs), designed specifically to manage the most advanced GPU-powered AI systems. These new processors with Performance-cores (P-cores) include Intel’s innovative Priority Core...

EHR market in rude health

The global electronic health records (EHR) market will reach $43,36-billion by 2030 – growing at a CAGR of 4,54% from 2025 to 2030 - according to a new report by Grand View Research. The research group says this growth will be due to the increasing adoption of...

Steady increase in air cargo demand

During April 2025, African airlines saw a 4,7% year-on-year increase in demand for air cargo, increasing their cargo capacity by 9,7% year-on-year. During the month, Africa accounted for 2% percent of the total global air cargo traffic market. This compared with the...

Data services, mobile users to drive MVNO market

The global mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) market is set to grow at a CAGR of 7,7% from 2025 to 2030 and reach a value of $137,31-billion, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The growing demand for data services and an increasing number of mobile...

Atmospheric sputtering observed on Mars

After a decade of searching, NASA’s MAVEN (Mars Atmosphere Volatile Evolution) mission has, for the first time, reported a direct observation of an elusive atmospheric escape process called sputtering that could help answer longstanding questions about the history of...

PC and tablet forecast up, despite uncertainty

After recording strong results in the first quarter of 2025, IDC is increasing its traditional PC forecast for 2025 — this comes despite the significant impact that US tariffs have had on its trading partners’ market sentiment. Global PC volume is now expected to...

Tariff volatility drives smartphone forecast down

Worldwide smartphone shipments are forecast to grow 0,6% year-over-year (YoY) in 2025 to 1,24-billion units, according to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker. The forecast was reduced from the 2,3% growth in the February...

Execs consider cuts in their function

Half of C-suite executives are considering cuts to their function in the second quarter of 2025, in anticipation of continued disruption of supply chains, decreased consumer demand and inflation, according to a poll by Gartner. In a Gartner March 17, 2025, webinar...

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Cisco debuts multifunctional collaboration devices

Cisco has unveiled new purpose-built, multifunctional devices that deliver modernised collaboration experiences to a hybrid workforce. The company launched the Cisco Board Pro G2, an AI-fueled and touch-enabled collaboration device and Cisco Desk Phone 9800 Series....

How to secure a work-ready IT talent pipeline

South African businesses, like those from the rest of the world, are battling a crippling technology skills shortfall. The tragedy in this country is that it is happening against the backdrop of the highest unemployment rate in the world. Jessica Hawkey, MD of...

SolarWorld Africa strengthens partnership with Risen Energy

SolarWorld Africa has expanded its partnership with Risen Energy, a global provider of solar energy solutions, signing a distribution memorandum of understanding (MOU). Gregor Kuepper, MD of SolarWorld Africa, comments: "We are thrilled to deepen our collaboration...

Westcon-Comstor launches Tech ConneX platform

Westcon-Comstor has launched Tech ConneX, an interactive peer-to-peer platform enabling technical professionals at channel partners to engage with vendors, each other and the distributor's own experts in a sales-free environment. Tech ConneX allows technical...

Mesh.trade launches tokenised bond in Africa

Mesh.trade has issued what it believes to be Africa's first-ever smart asset, in the form of a tokenised corporate bond. The MOS Initiative (Die MOS), a private company focused on the development of Afrikaans mother tongue education in South Africa, chose Mesh.trade...

Datacentrix wins inaugural HP award

Datacentrix has been named as HP's "Go Beyond Reseller" at the technology company's Southern African partner awards. Anle Els, product manager: end user computing at Datacentrix, comments: "Datacentrix has enjoyed a solid long-term collaboration with HP, spanning...

Powerfleet secures secondary JSE listing

Powerfleet, a provider in the Artificial Intelligence of Things (AIoT) Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) sector, has attained a secondary listing on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE). Powerfleet listed on the Nasdaq in 1999 and, as part of its expansion move, is in the...

Vertiv joins the Nvidia partner network

Vertiv is now a solution advisor: consultant partner in the Nvidia Partner Network (NPN), providing wider access to Vertiv's experience and full portfolio of power and cooling solutions. NPN is a global program for technology partners who offer solutions built on or...

If your organisation offers training, now is the time to act

The date for migrating training programmes from Sector and Training Authorities (SETAs) to the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) has been postponed several times, but it will not be delayed again. By Martin Pienaar, chief operating officer at Mindworx...

Senior Systems Developer

Exciting opportunity for a Senior Systems Developer to design, develop, and maintain software systems, including integration projects, that enhance business efficiency and service delivery. This role includes mentoring junior developers and ensuring adherence to...

IT Cybersecurity Engineer (DBN Hybrid) – KwaZulu-Natal Durban

ENVIRONMENT:A cutting-edge Tech company in Durban seeks the technical expertise of a highly skilled IT Cybersecurity Engineer to join its team. Your core role will be to enhance the security offering, ensuring proactive threat management, effective incident response,...

Scrum Master – Western Cape Kuils River NU

My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for a Scrum Master to join them in on a permanent role. IT / Finance Responsibilities Apply Agile methodology values, principles, and practices to plan, manage, and deliver solutionsCoach and guide teams on effectively...

Senior Systems Developer – Western Cape Cape Town Region

Exciting opportunity for a Senior Systems Developer to design, develop, and maintain software systems, including integration projects, that enhance business efficiency and service delivery. This role includes mentoring junior developers and ensuring adherence to...

IT Infrastructure and Network Engineer (DBN Hybrid)

ENVIRONMENT:PLAY a pivotal role in providing technical leadership and guidance to ensure the alignment of strategies and services as the next IT Infrastructure and Network Engineer sought by a cutting-edge Tech company in Durban. You will oversee high-impact, complex,...

Senior Oracle Developer

Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Senior Oracle Developer to join our financial services client based in Centurion.What you will be doing: Design and implement...

SAP Master Data Consultant (QM, PM, MM) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Are you a data-driven professional with a passion for precision and process excellence? We're on the lookout for a SAP Master Data Consultant to join our fast-growing team! This is your opportunity to work at the intersection of cutting-edge SAP systems and real-world...

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