In an era of instability, restructuring promotes resilience

The era of corporate stability is over and this is why the most important C-suite appointment companies can make in 2026 is a full-time and continually proactive chief restructuring officer (CRO) in charge of a CRO office. A new Global CRO Study 2026, authored by the...

Global IT spend set for13,5% growth, to $6,31trn

Worldwide IT spending is expected to reach $6,31-trillion in 2026, up 13,5% from 2025, according to the latest forecast by Gartner. “This latest forecast underscores the accelerating momentum in AI infrastructure and advanced memory,” says John-David Lovelock,...

Beware the gap between perceived AI readiness and DR capability

Software-as-a-service (SaaS) data protection is seen as a high priority when implementing AI solutions – but a survey of senior IT decision-makers has revealed a gap between perceived readiness and tested, validated disaster recovery capability. This is among the...

As cost pressures mount, consumers shift spend to essentials

South African consumers are adjusting their financial behaviour in response to ongoing cost pressures, with TransUnion's Q1 2026 Consumer Pulse Study revealing meaningful shifts in how households spend, save and manage credit. While many households remain under...

Consumer trends point to cautious optimism for economy

TransUnion’s Q3 2025 South Africa Industry Insights Report highlights key trends in the South Africa credit market: vehicle asset finance continued its recovery, with stable account volumes and rising balances supported by longer loan terms and more affordable vehicle...

Data streaming investment adds commercial value

Large organisations in the US and Europe are already achieving significant value from their investment in data streaming. This is one finding from a new research report by Conduktor that questioned 200 senior IT and data executives at large companies with annual...

Nazia Pillay takes over at SAP Southern Africa

By Kathy Gibson - Nazia Pillay has been confirmed as the MD of SAP Southern Africa, taking the reins at a particularly crucial time for the IT industry. Technology has seen exponential leaps over the last couple of years, and Pillay points out that SAP customers have...

AI infrastructure drives record semiconductor growth rates

According to the Worldwide Semiconductor Technology and Supply Chain Intelligence service from International Data Corporation (IDC), worldwide semiconductor revenue is expected to reach $800-billion in 2025, growing 17,6% year-over-year from $680-billion in 2024. This...

GenAI smartphone spend to pass $298bn this year

Worldwide end-user spending on generative AI (GenAI) smartphones is projected to total $298,2-billion by the end of 2025, according to Gartner. It will represent 20% of total AI end-user spending in 2025. Gartner defines GenAI smartphones as devices equipped with a...

These are the technologies shaping government AI adoption

Sovereign AI and AI agents are expected to shape public sector adoption of AI within the next two to five years, according to Gartner. Both have reached the Peak of Inflated Expectations on the 2025 Gartner Hype Cycle for Government Services. Gartner Hype...

New hydrogen project puts SA on the map in global clean energy research

In a significant step advancing research, innovation, and sustainable practices in South Africa’s hydrogen energy sector, Standard Bank has partnered with the Vaal University of Technology (VUT) to establish the Standard Bank Centre of Excellence for Hydrogen Energy....

Facebook users targeted in new credential-stealing campaign

Since late August, the Kaspersky Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) has been observing a new malicious campaign leveraging a stealer - a type of malware designed to steal passwords and other account information - dubbed StealC v2 and being spread through...

GIBS Route to Market is back for 2025

The GIBS Route to Market entrepreneurial programme, now entering its third year, will bring together Aspen Pharmacare (medical and health industries), DHL (logistics) and - for the first time - uMngeni-uThukela Water (water), in partnership with leading South African...

SA corporate travel set for major rebound

There is renewed momentum for corporate travel across Africa with nearly half (46%) of customers in EMEA planning to increase their travel spend in FY26, according to Flight Centre Travel Group’s annual global State of the Market survey. This represents a significant...

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Qlik in strategic collaboration agreement with AWS

Qlik has signed a Strategic Collaboration Agreement (SCA) with Amazon Web Services (AWS). New targeted investments will simplify the path towards reliable and trusted enterprise AI by combining Qlik's solutions with AWS cloud and generative AI technologies. "Our SCA...

Callum McGregor takes on COO role at Westcon-Comstor

Westcon-Comstor has announced the appointment of Callum McGregor to the position of chief operating officer (COO) alongside his existing role as chief financial officer (CFO). Originally from South Africa and now based in the New York area in the US, McGregor joined...

Liquid C2 is Africa’s first Google Cloud Interconnect partner

Liquid C2 has become the first Google Cloud Interconnect provider on the continent, adding capacity to the cloud solutions that Liquid C2 already offers its customers across Africa through its Cloud Connect portfolio. Cloud Interconnect extends organisations' external...

Partnership aims to strengthen wind energy investment

The South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA) and the Bundesverband Windenergie eV (BWE) have entered a memorandum of understanding, with the mutual goal of promoting wind energy and advancing renewable energy solutions globally. "Our shared vision is to foster a...

Circular Energy partners with Hirsch’s Homestores

Circular Energy, a registered not-for-profit Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO), has partnered with Hirsch's Homestores to assist customers in ethically disposing of their end-of-use appliances. The partnership underscores the critical role Circular Energy...

The role of cloud services in SME resilience

Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) today depend on digital technology to run their businesses. Disaster recovery and business continuity planning are an essential component of preparing your business for a disaster and ensuring it can keep operating should something...

Why BI is an increasing focus for African manufacturers

One significant challenge facing African manufacturers is inadequate reporting and analysis capabilities. This often results in inefficient decision-making processes due to siloed data, limiting the ability to respond to changing conditions quickly. By Marius Wessels,...

How to tell if you are reading AI-generated text

In the digital age, distinguishing between human-written and AI-generated text is crucial for business leaders and communicators. This skill is crucial for several reasons, ranging from maintaining credibility to making informed decisions, writes Kim Polley, managing...

The impact of AI on the future of the PC

Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) is the next big leap for PC technology, promising to bring unseen levels of productivity and efficiency to businesses worldwide, writes Chris Buchanan, client solutions director at Dell Technologies South Africa. With...

Duxbury Networking celebrates 40-year milestone

Duxbury Networking, a specialised networking distributor since 1984, goes beyond traditional distribution by offering channel partners and their customers a comprehensive suite of solutions. "Duxbury is not just a box dropper," says Shamiel Kimmie, CIO of Duxbury...

ICT Project Manager (Ref: 24286)

Key Responsibilities: Manages project planning and deliveryManage project risks and issuesEnsure effective budget controlManage and support project teamEffective management of quality and processesEffective reporting and stakeholder managementPerforms other related...

Technical Lead

Technical LeadShape the future of scalable, high-impact digital products.Pretoria | R60 000 R65 000 per month | Digital Agency About Our ClientA forward-thinking digital agency delivering enterprise-grade web and mobile solutions across diverse industries. They merge...

Head AI and Data Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town

Help Us Turn Big Data into Revenue Clarity.We are seeking to employ a Senior Data Engineer as the Head of Data Platform & AI to take ownership of our full data infrastructure and elevate the architecture behind our proprietary DMP (Data Management Platform)....

Software Developer (Java, SQL) (CH1182)

Our client is a Stellenbosch-based technology company that designs and builds digital solutions across Africa to enable more productive societies.They are seeking Software Developers with 8+ years' programming experience (any language, ideally Java) and strong SQL...

Data Engineer – 6 month contract (CPT/JHB)

We are seeking a Data Engineer with strong experience in Snowflake and Matillion to join our data team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, building, and optimising scalable data pipelines and architectures to support business intelligence,...

Software Developer (Java, SQL) (CH1182) – Western Cape Stellenbosch

Our client is a Stellenbosch-based technology company that designs and builds digital solutions across Africa to enable more productive societies.They are seeking Software Developers with 8+ years' programming experience (any language, ideally Java) and strong SQL...

Data Engineer – 6 month contract (CPT/JHB) – Remote Remote

We are seeking a Data Engineer with strong experience in Snowflake and Matillion to join our data team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, building, and optimising scalable data pipelines and architectures to support business intelligence,...

Senior Fullstack Developer

Drive innovation at the cutting edge of tech, AI, and gaming - all from the comfort of your home. Is this you? You're a creative problem-solver, passionate about technology and excited by the potential of AI to transform digital experiences. You thrive in a...

Senior Data Engineer

Our client is seeking to employ a Senior Data Engineer as the Head of Data Platform & AI to takeownership of their full data infrastructure and elevate the architecture behind their proprietary DMP (DataManagement Platform). You'll work alongside a team of data...

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