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...

Global IT market on course for its best year since 1996

Worldwide spending on IT – including hardware, software and IT services - is on course to post an increase of 14% in 2025, representing the fastest year of growth since 1996 when the launch of Windows 95, expanding PC usage and Internet adoption were the primary...

Despite slowing momentum, global trade to hit record $35trn

Global trade is on course to exceed $35-trillion in 2025 for the first time, according to UNCTAD’s final Global Trade Update of the year. The new data confirm that trade continued expanding through the second half of 2025, even as geopolitical tensions, higher costs...

Societal and technological threats on the rise

While G20 Business leaders remain concerned about the potential impact of economic downturn and inflation in the near-term, the risks associated with insufficient public services and social protections, lack of economic opportunity and misinformation and...

Vodacom embeds sign language in the workplace

Vodacom South Africa has embedded South African Sign Language (SASL) in the workplace. “Recognised as South Africa's 12th official language in 2023, SASL is now being integrated across Vodacom's digital platforms, employee training programmes, and everyday business...

Africa faces critical funding gap for Malaria fight

Africa is facing an intensifying malaria emergency, with rising infections, stalled progress, and a widening funding gap threatening decades of hard-won gains. In response, global and regional partners have reaffirmed their commitment to protect the most vulnerable...

2025 ozone hole ranks as 5th-smallest since 1992

While continental in scale, the ozone hole over the Antarctic was small in 2025 compared to previous years and remains on track to recover later this century, NASA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) reported. The hole this year was the...

Trust key for digital asset adoption in Africa

Trust has emerged as the single most influential factor shaping adoption of digital assets across five key African markets: South Africa, Mauritius, Botswana, Kenya and Ghana. Absa's Digital Assets Perception Study, a landmark independent study by Krutham, provides a...

Execs skeptical of cybersecurity value

A massive 90% of non-executive directors (NEDs) lack a measure of confidence in cybersecurity value, according to a new survey from Gartner. Only 10% of NEDs express strong confidence in the value of cybersecurity investments or initiatives, stating they have the...

Knowledge Hub aims to keep G20 outcomes alive

The G20 Legacy Knowledge Hub is set to launch in December 2025. The hub follows the conclusion of the G20 Summit last weekend, and will be launched by SustainaBridge in partnership with the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO). While the...

Vodacom in multi-year strategic collaboration with Google Cloud

Vodacom Group has announced a strategic collaboration with Google Cloud to accelerate its digital transformation using Google Cloud’s advanced data analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) product portfolio. Under the terms of the collaboration, Vodacom will harness...

Manufacturers faced $18bn loss to ransomware in 2025

In the first three quarters of 2025, ransomware attacks on manufacturing organisations could have generated over $18-billion in losses, according to Kaspersky in collaboration with VDC Research. This figure reflects just the direct cost of an idle workforce during...

Checkers Sixty60 breaks delivery records in Early Black Friday

Checkers Sixty60 has set new records for daily orders, pick rates and on-time deliveries during its Early Black Friday online exclusive promotion. Between 20 and 23 November, Checkers Sixty60 ran online-only deals across both groceries and general merchandise,...

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Vertiv and PNY Technologies partner in EMEA

Vertiv has announced a distribution agreement with PNY Technologies, a provider of NVIDIA-based solutions in Europe, Middle East and Africa. Vertiv and PNY will work together to provide comprehensive power and cooling infrastructure solutions based on Vertiv’s...

Five ways to outsmart cybercriminals

It often starts with something small: a WhatsApp from a number you don’t recognise, an email that looks like it’s from your bank, or a limited-time offer that seems too good to ignore. Within minutes, a single click or slip of the tongue can cost you thousands....

Upgrading isn’t about new tech – it’s about risk and resilience

Legacy software is costing South African businesses more than they think. According to Jacques Burger, senior business analyst at Dariel Solutions, the real danger isn’t downtime it's the silent build-up of compliance gaps, cyber vulnerabilities, and integration drag...

GenAI and SA’s path to sustainable growth

The conversation about artificial intelligence has shifted in South Africa from curiosity to critical urgency. By Claire Bradbury, sustainability lead for Accenture, Africa Generative AI, in particular, has captured attention across board - not only for its potential...

Make sure the boardroom doesn’t hold cybersecurity back

When it comes to cybersecurity, the role of the board has grown massively. By Martin Potgieter, regional chief technology officer at  Integrity360 Viewing cybersecurity as a purely technical concern just isn’t viable. A board that is genuinely breach-ready can ensure...

Young South Africans get future-ready tech skills

In the second quarter of 2025, youth unemployment in South Africa rose by 39 000, bringing the total to 4,9-million. This means nearly half of young South Africans who want to work cannot find jobs. Against this backdrop, and with the digital skills gap widening,...

Regtech powers cross-border trust in financial mergers

Financial institutions (FIs) are expected to deliver instant transactions, immediate verifications and fast onboarding in a world that has shifted towards real-time payments. Bradley Elliott, CEO of RelyComply  The ability to process online payments in real time rests...

Criminal networks exploit insider vulnerabilities

When you hear "insider threat” what comes to mind? A rogue employee stealing files before quitting? Think bigger, writes Heino Gevers, senior director of technical support at Mimecast. The reality is far more alarming. Today's insider threats aren't lone wolves acting...

Retailers must lock down every data door to survive Black Friday

As local retailers gear up for Black Friday – the year’s biggest shopping event – the rush to process payments, manage stock and serve customers across multiple branches leaves many exposed to a surge in cyber threats. By Hemant Harie, group chief technology officer...

Business Analyst at QES

We are currently seeking a Business Analyst (S/4 HANA) to join our client based in Gauteng (Randburg) on an independent contract basis, Fully onsite work model Must be based in Gauteng / JHB, Work fully onsite Requirements & Preferences: Retail industry experience...

SAP Functional Consultant (Expert) 0087

Operational support for payroll runs in different countries.Functional support of business teams.Maintain payroll schemas and rules.Configure business requirements in payroll.Conduct Functional tests and System Integration tests.Manage and resolve incident and service...

SAP Functional Consultant (Advanced) 2283

Collaborate with (sub)product owners and stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications.Configure and customize SuccessFactors to meet business requirements.Execute SuccessFactors Functional Testing & System Integration...

Business Analyst at QES – Gauteng Randburg

We are currently seeking a Business Analyst (S/4 HANA) to join our client based in Gauteng (Randburg) on an independent contract basis, Fully onsite work model Must be based in Gauteng / JHB, Work fully onsite Requirements & Preferences: Retail industry experience...

SAP Functional Consultant (Expert) 0087 – Gauteng Pretoria

Operational support for payroll runs in different countries.Functional support of business teams.Maintain payroll schemas and rules.Configure business requirements in payroll.Conduct Functional tests and System Integration tests.Manage and resolve incident and service...

SAP Functional Consultant (Advanced) 2283 – Gauteng Pretoria

Collaborate with (sub)product owners and stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications.Configure and customize SuccessFactors to meet business requirements.Execute SuccessFactors Functional Testing & System Integration...

Full Stack PHP Developer

A software vendor that provides an end-to-end cloud-based platform for field sales automation, distribution, and warehouse management, primarily serving the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry across Africa, is seeking a talented Full Stack PHP Developer to...

Software Developer – Full Stack Developer – South Africa

Software Developer - .NET Full Stack DeveloperOur client is seeking a highly skilled .NET Full Stack Developer with a strong backend focus to join their growing development team. The ideal candidate will be confident working with APIs, databases, and backend...

Technical Coordinator Systems Electric and Electronic

Technical Coordinator Systems Electric and ElectronicJoin a world leader in custom superyacht construction and innovationCape Town | R200,000 to R260,000 gross | Monday-Friday, 07:00-16:30 About Our ClientOur client is a globally respected shipyard renowned for...

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