5G expansion drives growth in MEA smartphones
Smartphone shipments in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) rose 5% YoY in Q4 2025, according to Counterpoint Research’s latest Market Monitor, marking the region’s third consecutive quarter of expansion. The upward trajectory was underpinned by technological evolution,...
SMEs bear the brunt of SA’s late payment negligence
National Treasury’s latest payment data points to a worsening late payment crisis across national and provincial government departments, raising serious concerns about the sustainability of current payment terms for South African small and medium-sized enterprises...
Four in five adults with TB have no symptoms
A study led by the University of Cape Town (UCT) has found that most tuberculosis (TB) cases detected among adults living with someone who has TB are silent (without symptoms) at the time of screening. The study, published in The Lancet Global Health, suggests that to...
IBM delivers new quantum processors, software, algorithms
At the annual Quantum Developer Conference, IBM unveiled fundamental progress on its path to delivering both quantum advantage by the end of 2026 and fault-tolerant quantum computing by 2029. “There are many pillars to bringing truly useful quantum computing to the...
MTN grows customers, adds AI learning
MTN has issued a quarterly update for the period ended 30 September 2025. It boasts 300-million customers and has enjoyed strong broad-based performance across the markets it operates in, led by MTN Nigeria and MTN Ghana. MTN Nigeria has restored positive retained...
New data strategies needed as AI ambitions outpace readiness
A new global study by the IBM Institute for Business Value reveals enterprise data strategies are rapidly evolving as organisations race to scale AI across their business. The findings suggest that, while chief data officers (CDOs) are at the helm of this...
AMD unveils strategic roadmap
AMD has showcased its long-term strategy, products and technology IP, underscoring its momentum in driving accelerated growth and delivering long-term shareholder value. “AMD is entering a new era of growth fueled by our leadership technology roadmaps and accelerating...
Geopolitics drives increasing reliance on local cloud providers
Sixty-one percent of Western European CIOs and IT leaders say geopolitical factors will increase their reliance on local or regional cloud providers, according to a survey from Gartner. The survey was conducted online from May through July 2025 among 241 CIOs and IT...
Industry calls for urgent action on illegal online gambling
The South African Bookmakers’ Association (SABA) has warned that illegal online gambling continues to go unchecked - accounting for approximately 62% of all online gambling activity in the country – and posing a major threat to consumers, legitimate operators, and the...
The effects of cyber risk on SMBs
As digital threats become more frequent and sophisticated – and SMBs become more targeted - Aon South Africa’s latest SMB Cyber Risk Report highlights the growing cyberthreats faced by these organisations. “The report delves into the many facets of cyber risk and what...
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Credit decisioning software the core of financial inclusion
Itemate Solutions has partnered with Decision Rules, an international startup, to drive the adoption of its market-leading business rules engine among African fintechs. Michaela Holman, global account manager at Itemate Solutions, says the Decision Rules business...
Vertiv debuts new management and monitoring solution
As AI workloads pivot to the network edge, the need for enhanced visibility at these remote data centre sites has become increasingly apparent. Recognising this, Vertiv has introduced Vertiv Environet Connect, a cloud-connected and web-based fleet management and...
The power of enhanced partnership
Over the last half-decade, we have witnessed a fundamental shift in how local enterprises procure and invest in technology. By Burak Borhan, regional director: partner ecosystems Middle East and Africa at Red Hat The rise of cloud computing – South Africa’s cloud...
Huawei in strategic co-operation with Standard Bank
During the 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, Huawei and Standard Bank South Africa (SBSA) signed a strategic co-operation agreement, to accelerate digital transformation of the financial sector and enhance South Africa's ability to continue growing...
The power of technology for African sustainability
In the face of mounting global environmental challenges such as climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution, and increasing focus on environmental, social and governance (ESG) awareness, sustainable trade practices and supply chains have the potential to...
Corridor Africa drives sustainable data centre growth
The demand for data storage and processing capabilities has soared, putting immense pressure on existing infrastructure. This is largely due to the rapid growth of data centres worldwide, driven by advancements in AI, quantum computing, and 5G, has presented both...
Why payroll and HR experts are your best compliance partners
Payroll and HR regulatory requirements are constantly evolving, and what is compliant today may need to be adjusted tomorrow. Even minor oversights can lead to significant penalties, tarnishing a company’s reputation and impacting its bottom line. Regulatory bodies...
Vertiv and Coscharis Technologies boost Central African channel
Vertiv has announced the appointment of Coscharis Technologies as a distribution partner in Nigeria and Ghana, with the aim of further providing customers convenient access to Vertiv’s IT infrastructure portfolio and expanding reach across Central Africa within the...
Earned wage access grows in popularity
In Africa, many people who earn low to moderate incomes often struggle with managing their finances. The traditional practice of getting paid once a month can create financial stress and force people to turn to costly and risky informal lending options. These quick...
Capitalising on Africa’s data centre boom
Data centres undoubtedly represent enormous opportunity in Africa as demand for seamless network connectivity continues to rise on the continent and around the world. Advances in engineering, technology and sustainability make it possible to overcome some of the...
Intermediate Software Developer (Delphi/C#) (CPT Hybrid) – Western Cape Somerset West
ENVIRONMENT:Our client is a prominent provider of IT, analytics, and software support services tailored exclusively for the fresh produce industry. They are currently in search of a highly skilled Intermediate Software Developer to join their team of experts. This...
Business Analyst (TTD) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Pretoria
As an Expert Business Analyst, you'll play a key role in the IT Governance function (2nd Line of Defense), with a strong focus on Identity & Access Management (IAM) and SAP governance, risk, and compliance.You'll work at the intersection of technology, compliance,...
Full-Stack Software Developer (C#,SQL) – FULLY REMOTE (CH1165)
Our client, a company in the retail software industry, is looking for an experienced Full-Stack C# Developer to join their team.This role is a hands-on opportunity to contribute to both modern and legacy systems, from end-to-end development, including UI design,...
IT Project Manager(12 months FTC)
To manage the organisational projects using Project Management and associated methodologies (Business Analysis, Change Management and SDLC) to ensure successful delivery of the projects, and the achievement of strategic and operational objectives Manage organisational...
Azure Infrastructure and Security Specialist (TTD) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Role Responsibilities: Manage and maintain the global Active Directory with over 100,000 user accounts and Entra ID. Ensure high availability, security, and reliability of the Entra ID infrastructure. Drive the implementation of the IT strategy in the Digital Identity...
Full-Stack Software Developer (C#,SQL) – FULLY REMOTE (CH1165) – Western Cape Stellenbosch
Our client, a company in the retail software industry, is looking for an experienced Full-Stack C# Developer to join their team.This role is a hands-on opportunity to contribute to both modern and legacy systems, from end-to-end development, including UI design,...
IT Project Manager(12 months FTC) – Gauteng Centurion
To manage the organisational projects using Project Management and associated methodologies (Business Analysis, Change Management and SDLC) to ensure successful delivery of the projects, and the achievement of strategic and operational objectives Manage organisational...
Azure Infrastructure and Security Specialist (TTD) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Pretoria
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Data Solutions Architect
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?? Front-End Developer (Mid–Senior) | Java & AngularWe're looking for a Front-End Developer to build high-quality, user-centric applications, with exposure to full-stack development in a modern Agile/DevOps environment.?? Tech You'll Work WithFront End: Java,...
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