Between geopolitics and AI, global economic outlook hangs in balance

The global economic outlook has deteriorated sharply in recent weeks, according to the latest edition of the World Economic Forum’s Chief Economists’ Outlook. Nearly nine in 10 chief economists surveyed expect global growth to weaken over the next 12 months, reversing...

Same job, different province, different pay

New jobs data shows significant variances in how much professionals in different parts of South Africa can earn based on regional, labour market dynamics. This is according to Pnet’s May 2026 Job Market Trends Report, which includes an exploration of how salary ranges...

NASA plans for a return to the Moon – this time to stay

NASA is embarking on one of the most ambitious space endeavors in its history: building the Moon Base near the lunar South Pole, establishing humanity’s first sustained presence on the Moon. The lunar South Pole is one of the most strategically and scientifically...

Supply chain planning threatened by AI hype and ‘agent washing’

Agentic AI is reshaping the supply chain planning landscape, but hype and “agent washing” are creating real risks for organisations under pressure to deliver results, according to Gartner. Supply chain planning (SCP) leaders who focus on proven use cases, strengthen...

Over-reliance on AI set to drive poor decision-making

As generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) rapidly reshapes work, especially for less experienced employees, Gartner predicts that by 2030, 30% of enterprises will face declining decision-making quality due to an overreliance on AI. Chief human resources officers...

New sea snail discovered in the Great African Seaforest

After nearly a decade of taxonomic puzzle-solving, a team of scientists from the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Department of Biological Sciences, Sea Change Project, the University of Tokyo and Stellenbosch University has unveiled a remarkable discovery: a parasitic...

PassiveNeuron cyberespionage targets Windows servers

Kaspersky’s Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) have uncovered an ongoing cyberespionage PassiveNeuron campaign, that targets Windows Server systems in government, financial and industrial organisations across Asia, Africa and Latin America. The activity has...

UCT, CISPA advance cybersecurity, AI research in Africa

The University of Cape Town (UCT) and the CISPA Helmholtz Center for Information Security have signed a landmark agreement that will see the two organisations collaborate on cutting-edge research and capacity building in cybersecurity and artificial intelligence. The...

Yaga secures R80m in global funding

South African online resale fashion platform Yaga has raised €4-million (about R80-million) in a pre-Series A global funding round, securing investment from Specialist VC, H&M Group Ventures, Trind Ventures, Startup Wise Guys, and a group of angel investors....

NTT Data acquires Alchemy Technology Services

NTT Data has acquired Alchemy Technology Services, a specialist insurance technology consultancy. In addition to strong consultancy and Guidewire credentials, Alchemy has expertise in the specialty insurance market, particularly in supporting complex and regulated...

To succeed, security must align to the business

Kathy Gibson reports - Artificial intelligence (AI), security and governance are all critical if digital transformation is to succeed. But sometimes technology leaders frame the cybersecurity conversation in a way that doesn’t resonate with boardroom decision-makers –...

Resellers: Make your voice heard

Voting is open for the South African IT distribution channel’s most prestigious awards – the Channelwise Awards 2025 – where resellers and partners get the chance to rate and reward their top distributors and vendors. “Over the years, the Channelwise Awards have...

Helping managers to better leverage AI

Only 8% of HR leaders believe their managers have the skills needed to use AI effectively today, according to Gartner. But despite the low confidence in manager use of AI, a July 2025 Gartner survey of 114 HR leaders revealed that one in three HR leaders say their...

GirlCodeHack 2025 drives African tech innovation

The 11th edition of the annual GirlCodeHack brought together young women from eight African cities: Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Nairobi, Kampala, Dar es Salaam and Gaborone, for a 30-hour hackathon that championed cross-border collaboration and highlighting the...

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Entries open for MultiChoice Talent Factory 2025

MultiChoice Talent Factory is again calling on aspiring filmmakers, scriptwriters, producers and storytellers to apply for entry into the 2025 fully-funded academic year. Whether you're a young professional looking to change careers and expand your horizons or a...

SA schools fail to prepare learners for an AI future

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming all industries, including how we teach and learn. Yet, a recent EdWeek study reveals that schools worldwide, including those in South Africa, are lagging. Many are adopting a wait-and-see approach leaving students...

Telcos must embrace data-driven CX strategies

Customer experience (CX) plays a crucial role in determining success in today's interconnected world of modern telecommunications. As consumers increasingly demand seamless connectivity and personalised service, innovative CX solutions must become a top priority for...

New MVNO offers more choice, rewards

C-Connect has launched as South Africa's newest virtual mobile network operator (MVNO). The prepaid, SIM-only brand leverages C-Cell's network infrastructure and rewards customers with 10% of their airtime of data purchases with its in-app currency Cha-Chings. These...

Stepping up youth employability for jobs and better life chances

Imagine routinely hearing this from young Africans: ''I run my own startup. I plan to hire three young people as the business is expanding", or ''I was employed by a good company only three months after I finished school and I'm enjoying my job.'' By Vera Ng'oma,...

AI modelling boosts next-gen AI systems

Imagine a scenario where you need to contact a call centre regarding a complex billing issue, writes Chris Wiggett, head: data and analytics at NTT Data in Middle East and Africa. But first, an AI agent immediately analyses your query, finds relevant information in...

Powering and cooling AI and accelerated computing

There's no doubt, across any industry, that artificial intelligence (AI) is here, and it is here to stay. The use cases for AI are virtually limitless, from breakthroughs in medicine and enhanced farming techniques, to high-accuracy fraud prevention and personalised...

5G drives African infrastructure investment, digital inclusion

The advent of 5G is one of the most important technological developments for the global economy in the last few years. By Rami Osman, director for business development at MediaTek Middle East and Africa High-speed mobile connectivity is catalysing dramatic digital...

Know the person behind the CV and the partner pitch

A key new hire or business partner can have a significant impact on a company - for better or worse. Knowing the facts behind the polished CV or perfect partner pitch should be a non-negotiable. This is the word from Sameer Kumandan, MD of SearchWorks, who describes a...

Why you need to know your stuff in a world with AI

We now see daily reports indicating that an increasing number of workers across various sectors are using AI tools to support their job functions, writes By Dr Chris Jardine, group CEO of Tsebo Solutions Group. In a recently published article by the Harvard Business...

SAP Functional Consultant (Advanced) 0495

Development and creation of Planning Models for international production.Minimum Requirements:Qualifications/Experience:At least 5+ years SAP BW experience. Experience working in international teams. Business processknowledge in Finance area. Essential Skills...

SAP Functional Consultant (Advanced) 0495 – Gauteng Pretoria

Development and creation of Planning Models for international production.Minimum Requirements:Qualifications/Experience:At least 5+ years SAP BW experience. Experience working in international teams. Business processknowledge in Finance area. Essential Skills...

Senior Full Stack Developer (C#.NET Core) (CPT Hybrid)

ENVIRONMENT:DESIGN, develop and maintain responsive, scalable and secure digital platforms as the next Senior Full Stack Developer sought by a fast-paced UK Managed Service Provider. The role encompasses Full Stack development, integration, cloud infrastructure...

SAP Functional Consultant (Advanced) 3369

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...

SAP Functional Consultant (Advanced) 3369 – 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...

Senior Network Engineer

Reverside is an established IT services provider specializing in Software Development, IT Resourcing, Digital Transformation, and Systems Support. We are continuously looking for skilled professionals to join our growing team. We are seeking a highly skilled Senior...

SAP Functional Consultant (Advanced) 3370

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...

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