IITPSA conference to assess the future of ICT jobs in the AI era
ICT skills gaps, the impact of AI on ICT workforces and upskilling for the future of work are among the burning issues that will come under the spotlight at this month’s Institute of Information Technology Professionals South Africa (IITPSA) Workforce Intelligence...
The shocking reality facing jobseekers
Of the 867 706 people who registered looking for entry-level work in retail, restaurants and quick-service outlets over a 13-month period, just 6 566 were appointed - approximately one in every 132 – and between them, they sent nearly five million applications. The...
Revenue to hit $1bn as quantum breakthroughs advance
Worldwide, quantum computing revenue is projected to total $1,1-billion in 2027, according to Gartner. “Nations and businesses have scaled spending in quantum literacy, patents, partnerships, and early use-case exploration,” says Gaurav Gupta, vice-president analyst...
Xiaomi poised to make its mark in SA
By Mark Davison – It may be a relative newcomer to the South African market and still not a household name, but under new South African country manager – Tianshi Lv – Xiaomi is dead set on changing that perception. At the launch last night of the Redmi Note 17 Series...
Africa urged to start executing on aviation potential
Africa must move decisively from ambition and talk to execution if aviation is to fulfil its potential as a catalyst for intra-African trade, tourism and economic growth. This was the warning from Airlines Association of Southern Africa (AASA) CEO Aaron Munetsi,...
Sanctioned AI agents, not hackers, leaking credentials between departments
More than 70% of IT security and decision makers expect negative business impact from attacks targeting platforms like Slack, Teams, Zoom in 2026. Increasingly, the exposure on those platforms comes not from hackers or rogue software, but from sanctioned AI agents...
Anthropic’s $2trn IPO puts AI’s circular money machine on trial
The AI boom is being financed in a loop, and Anthropic’s blockbuster listing is about to hand that loop to ordinary investors. This warning Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group, comes as Anthropic heads towards a Nasdaq debut that could value it at up to $2-trillion,...
Infrastructure failures drive up fire risk
South African businesses are being urged to reassess their fire preparedness and response capabilities as mounting infrastructure pressures, climate-related risks and institutional capacity constraints increase the likelihood and potential severity of fire and...
SA-built super-app will combine services
South Africa’s digital economy is getting a home-grown challenger. OMN1, a South African-built super app combining e-hailing, food delivery, creator monetisation and messaging all in one platform, will officially launch on 5 November 2026. The platform brings together...
Dell Technologies Forum to focus on scaling AI, modern infrastructure, cyber resilience
Dell Technologies Forum 2026 will take place at Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit in Johannesburg on 3 November, bringing together business and technology leaders to examine how organisations can scale artificial intelligence, modernise technology infrastructure and build...
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CX and fan engagement are finally converging
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When one click costs thousands
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C# (API) Developer – Hybrid (CPT/PTA) – Gauteng Centurion
Our client is looking for a C# (API) Developer for a hybrid permanent role based in Somerset west or centurion.Responsibilities/tasks:Support and develop new integration functionality and components.Collaborate with business analysts and cross-functional teams to...
Senior Data & Business Analyst
My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for a Senior Data & Business Analyst to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Responsibilities Take end-to-end ownership of policy data throughout the migration journey, ensuring accurate schema and...
Java Developer
Qualifications Proven experience building and maintaining enterprise iOS and Android applications using React Native and Expo. Strong TypeScript and JavaScript fundamentals with modern React patterns. Practical experience with Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines, secure...
Senior Data & Business Analyst – Western Cape Bellville
My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for a Senior Data & Business Analyst to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Responsibilities Take end-to-end ownership of policy data throughout the migration journey, ensuring accurate schema and...
Java Developer – Gauteng Sandton
Qualifications Proven experience building and maintaining enterprise iOS and Android applications using React Native and Expo. Strong TypeScript and JavaScript fundamentals with modern React patterns. Practical experience with Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines, secure...
Technical Lead (Fixed Term Contract – National Health Learning System – Wits RHI)
Background:The Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (Wits RHI) is a renowned African-led research institute that seeks solutions to Africa's health challengesIt is located within the University of the Witwatersrand and addresses some of the greatest public...
Senior .NET Full Stack Developer -Sandton – On-site – 6-12 Month Contract
ENVIRONMENT:A company specialising in bespoke software solutions and digital transformation is seeking a Senior .NET Full Stack Developer for a 6–12-month renewable contract, placed with a leading financial services organisation in Sandton. This fully on-site role...
Technical Lead (Fixed Term Contract – National Health Learning System – Wits RHI) – Gauteng Johannesburg
Background:The Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (Wits RHI) is a renowned African-led research institute that seeks solutions to Africa's health challengesIt is located within the University of the Witwatersrand and addresses some of the greatest public...
Senior .NET Full Stack Developer -Sandton – On-site – 6-12 Month Contract – Gauteng Johannesburg
ENVIRONMENT:A company specialising in bespoke software solutions and digital transformation is seeking a Senior .NET Full Stack Developer for a 6–12-month renewable contract, placed with a leading financial services organisation in Sandton. This fully on-site role...
.NET Solution Architect
Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or equivalent experience, or proven track record in similar roles. Proven experience as a solutions or enterprise architect delivering complex, scalable systems. Experience with cloud...
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