Enterprise AI hits the wall

Enterprise AI is outgrowing the architecture and infrastructure beneath it as data privacy and sovereignty requirements tighten, according to new research from NTT Data. The latest research finds a widening split between enterprises that are redesigning AI for...

Information integrity passes geopolitics as the top risk

Information integrity risk, caused by the proliferation of AI‑enabled decision-making and uncertain AI transparency requirements, gained the top rank of emerging risks for the first quarter of 2026, according to Gartner. The Gartner Quarterly Emerging Risk...

SA skills gap: Where talent supply and employer demand collide

South Africa faces a persistent disconnect between the talent available in the labour market and the qualifications that employers are seeking, according to the latest Pnet Job Market Trends Report for April. Around half (54%) of job adverts posted in the last 12...

SA’s key industries come under fire from DDoS attacks

South Africa has become one of the most targeted countries globally for distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks against certain key industries, including financial and computer services. New data from NetScout’s Threat Intelligence Report for the second half of...

Microsoft partners with SABC Plus to widen reach for AI skills

Microsoft South Africa and SABC have announced plans to bring accessible AI fluency and digital skills learning directly to millions of South Africans through the national broadcaster’s digital platform. Announced at the 2026 Microsoft AI Tour Johannesburg, this...

Another positive year expected for salaries in 2026

Supported by positive economic developments, record-high commodity prices, a stronger rand, and low inflation, real salary increases are expected this year, according to an analysis by PayInc. The PayInc Net Salary Index, which tracks net salaries of approximately...

A new blueprint for optimum leadership

Given the current state of disruption in South Africa’s economic and political landscapes, traditional leadership frameworks are no longer enough to take the country forward, according to research by Dr Phyllis Ndlovu, CEO of Kisima Psychological Services, who says...

High demand drives new vehicle sales

New vehicle sales were up 24,3% in September to 54 700 units, by some margin (2 820 units) the highest-selling month so far this year. It was also the third consecutive month of volumes above 50 000 units and rounded out 12 months of continual growth for the new...

Technology, geopolitics, environment add to business risk

There has been a sharp rise in risks associated with geopolitical volatility and a broader shift in how organisations perceive and prioritise risk, according to AON’s 2025 edition of its Global Risk Management Survey, which has tracked the most-pressing risks for...

Bitcoin rallies on US government shutdown

Bitcoin will continue its upward price momentum as the US government shutdown grinds on. This is the prediction of Nigel Green, chief executive of deVere Group, who points out that the cryptocurrency pushed higher as the US Congress failed to secure a deal on funding,...

Ombud opens eFiling profile hacking report for public comment

To curtail ongoing eFiling profile hacking, the Office of the Tax Ombud (OTO) recommends that all stakeholders adopt enhanced security practices. The OTO yesterday (1 October 2025) published the Draft Report into alleged eFiling Profile Hijacking for public...

Musk becomes first half-trillionaire

Elon Musk set a new wealth record when he became the first person with a net worth of half-a-trillion dollars. The achievement was short-lived, but for a few hours on Wednesday Musk was worth an incredible $500,1-billion. This dropped to $499-billion later in the...

Cybercrime costs telecommunications billions

South Africa’s telecommunications sector is staring down a cybercrime storm that is costing billions of rand every year. As October marks Cybersecurity Awareness Month, the Communications Risk Information Centre (COMRiC) has issued a sharp warning: fraudsters are...

UCT study explores galactic connection between infrared and radio light

A new University of Cape Town (UCT) study published in the Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society journal has shed fresh light on the classic connection between infrared and radio light in galaxies. Led by Malebo Moloko, a PhD candidate in Astronomy at UCT,...

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Solar power offers a reprieve from electricity tariff hikes

Steep electricity tariff hikes mean South African consumers are still battling electricity woes, making the switch to solar more sensible than ever, says Versofy Solar co-founder and CEO, Ross Mains-Sheard. South Africans are starting to feel the pinch of the 12,7%...

Manage the risks of public WiFi

Public WiFi is quite popular at cafés, airports, or abroad during vacations or business trips. Despite the convenience and perceived necessity of staying connected, these common situations require vigilance to ensure the safety and protection of personal data. To...

In2IT Technologies is Huawei’s IP Services Partner of the Year

In2IT Technologies has been named the IP Services Partner of the Year by Huawei at the recent Africa Connect 2024 conference. The award recognises In2IT's contributions and expertise in delivering innovative IP services to customers across Africa. "We are honoured and...

NTT Data a leader for cloud professional services

NTT Data has been named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Cloud Professional Services 2024 Vendor Assessment report. The report evaluated 24 cloud professional services providers on key measures of success across two primary categories: capabilities and...

Kaspersky named as a leader in threat intelligence

Kaspersky has been recognised as a Leader in the 2024 Spark Matrix: Digital Threat Intelligence Management by Quadrant Knowledge Solutions for the second year in a row, reaffirming its technological excellence and customer impact. According to the 'XDR and SOC...

LG extends AI offerings with Athom acquisition

LG Electronics (LG) has acquired an 80% stake in Athom, a smart home platform company based in the Netherlands. The agreement includes plans to acquire the remaining 20% within the next three years. This strategic move aims to enhance LG's connectivity within open...

TCL expands distribution through retail partners

TCL Electronics has partnered with the Makro retail chain to strengthen its market presence and provide enhanced accessibility to TCL products across the country. As part of the partnership, TCL's premium televisions and smart home solutions will be prominently...

Busamed sees ROI from hosted cloud migration

Private South African hospital group Busamed has successfully consolidated seven on-premise data centres into one central, hosted private cloud environment, with the organisation seeing power consumption savings that have covered around 80% of the project costs, as...

The case for appointing an alternate director

The recent SENS announcement by a JSE-listed company that it had appointed an alternate director raises an important issue: while the Companies Act allows for the appointment of alternate directors, is it good governance? Professor Parmi Natesan, CEO of the Institute...

Future-proof payroll with automation

Payroll and human resources (HR) teams at small and medium businesses (SMBs) in South Africa have seen a profound shift in the regulatory, technology and business landscape over the past five years. By Yolandi Esterhuizen, director of global product compliance at Sage...

Full Stack Developer (Expert) 0244

We are looking for a Splunk developer for the client's Near Real Time Analytics Team.If you are a passionate Splunk developer with a cloud focus, willing to take a lead role, sharing knowledge and giving guidance, are thrilled about latest technologies, full of energy...

Data Engineer (Expert) 1967

Work with stakeholders to gather and translate requirements into actionable technical tasks.Define project scope and align business and technical teams.Design data pipelines, propose AI solutions, and support development cycles.Facilitate collaboration between...

Full Stack Developer (Expert) 0244 – Gauteng Pretoria

We are looking for a Splunk developer for the client's Near Real Time Analytics Team.If you are a passionate Splunk developer with a cloud focus, willing to take a lead role, sharing knowledge and giving guidance, are thrilled about latest technologies, full of energy...

Data Engineer (Expert) 1967 – Gauteng Pretoria

Work with stakeholders to gather and translate requirements into actionable technical tasks.Define project scope and align business and technical teams.Design data pipelines, propose AI solutions, and support development cycles.Facilitate collaboration between...

Analyst SCP at PnP

Role SummaryTo manage the full Wholesale Supply Chain process, including the accurate capturing of allocations, effective inbound ordering, and the monitoring of DC capacity. The role is responsible for overseeing aged stock management and ensuring consistent...

Analyst SCP at PnP – Western Cape Kenilworth

Role SummaryTo manage the full Wholesale Supply Chain process, including the accurate capturing of allocations, effective inbound ordering, and the monitoring of DC capacity. The role is responsible for overseeing aged stock management and ensuring consistent...

Full Stack Developer (Expert) 0070

Design and implement Azure-based solutions to meet business requirements.Collaborate with stakeholders to define cloud architecture strategies.Lead the migration of on-premises applications to Azure.Ensure security and compliance of Azure environments.Optimize Azure...

Senior Data Engineer at Datonomy Solutions

We are seeking a Senior Data Engineer to join our team based in Centurion. Onsite, contract.The Senior Data Engineer is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining robust, scalable data pipelines and platforms to support advanced analytics, BI, and...

Head – Data Management and Engineering

Seeking an experienced Head of Data Management and Engineering to lead the design and implementation of our client's enterprise-wide data strategy. This senior leadership role drives data quality, governance, and engineering excellence to enable data-driven innovation...

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Design and implement Azure-based solutions to meet business requirements.Collaborate with stakeholders to define cloud architecture strategies.Lead the migration of on-premises applications to Azure.Ensure security and compliance of Azure environments.Optimize Azure...

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