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...
Unemployment stats reflect market pressures
The Quarterly Labour Force Survey for the first quarter of 2026, released yesterday by Stats SA, points to an unemployment rate now standing at 32,7%. Frank Blackmore, lead economist at KPMG, points out that employment, like GDP, tends to fluctuate seasonally, so some...
SA business leaders double down on AI and hiring
South African executives are entering 2026 with heightened optimism for growth, increased hiring plans and an intensified focus on artificial intelligence, according to new research from Accenture. The findings, published in Accenture’s Pulse of Change report ahead of...
AI-led job disruption will escalate, but no job apocalypse
Forrester forecasts that automation and AI will have a real but modest impact on jobs through 2030. While AI could account for 6% of total US job losses, equating to 10,4-million roles, widespread AI-driven job replacement remains unlikely, as labour productivity...
Retail, e-commerce face new threats in 2026
In 2025, the retail and e-commerce sector continued to face intense pressure from cybercriminals. According to Kaspersky data, 14,41% of users in the global retail sector encountered web-based threats, while 22,2% were affected by on-device attacks. Ransomware remains...
Global supply chains enter an era of structural volatility
Global value chains have entered an era of structural volatility, according to a World Economic Forum report released this week, forcing companies and governments to reevaluate how and where they invest and produce. The report finds that nearly three in four business...
Trends that will define Africa’s cybersecurity landscape in 2026
Check Point Software Technologies has released a definitive outlook on the eight critical trends set to shape Africa’s digital turning point in 2026. The implementation of these will increasingly require government, the private sector and key civic institutions to...
Rewriting matric can improve marks
Facing disappointing matric results or not having written the matric final examination can feel like a closed door. However, a powerful local narrative is gaining momentum: one brave decision to rewrite or attempt it for the first time can fundamentally rewrite your...
99 in-demand jobs matrics can qualify for within a year
As the class of 2025 reflects on their matric results and the class of 2026 settles into the new school year, Kagiso Trust has a powerful message for young people: there are 99 occupations in high demand that you can qualify for through technical and vocational...
AI autonomy will be key for the self-driving enterprise
There has been a definitive shift in the digital landscape. Today, autonomous intelligence - not simply technology adoption - is driving competitive advantage. This is the headline finding from HCLSoftware’s Tech Trends 2026 report, which polled 173 enterprise leaders...
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How home security could impact your mental health
South Africa faces high crime rates, especially when it comes to burglaries and home robberies. According to the most recent statistics from the South African Police Service, residential crimes continue to be a concern, leaving many households feeling vulnerable....
Protect yourself from the risk of uncertified electrical appliances
Following reports of uncertified electrical products being sold on international online marketplaces, concerns are mounting over the potential risks these items pose to South African consumers. “When it comes to electrical products, the difference between safety and...
Unlock the full value of the cloud for your SME
Cloud computing and as-a-service solutions are no longer new. According to Flexera’s global State of the Cloud study for 2024, around 61% of small and medium enterprise (SME) workloads and 60% of SMB data are already in the public cloud. The question that SMEs face is...
Foster skills and innovation for an AI-enriched world
Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionising industries across the world. In doing so, the role of the data specialist within organisations is changing. With the use of AI in data-driven roles accelerating, these professionals must enhance their skill sets to stay...
How people, processes and technology secure matric exams
On Monday 21 October the first papers in this year’s National Senior Certificate, or Matric, exams will be written. As always, exam security is a major concern. It is reassuring that specialist service providers have been entrusted with the secure printing, storing...
How one cybersecurity breach can sink a business
In today’s interconnected world, cyberattacks are more frequent and more dangerous than ever before. Businesses, regardless of size or industry, are prime targets for cybercriminals. These attacks can cause widespread damage and create long-lasting consequences....
Use Black Friday to set your business up for success
The prevailing economy has seen a seismic shift in consumer behaviour and retailers hoping to cash in on the rapidly approaching shopping holidays will need to take a critical look at their strategies. Zaida Kamish, digital project manager at Incubeta SA Fortunately...
Top HR teams are creating a workplace experience strategy
Employee dissatisfaction is on the rise, with only 31% of employees feeling enthusiastic and energised by their work. This growing discontent has fuelled an increase in 'job hopping,' as people search for more engaging roles. For HR teams, this has intensified the...
Safeguard your inbox against advanced cyber threats
In 2023, more than 75% of cyberattacks recorded by the Sophos X-Ops Incident Response indicated that small to medium businesses globally were the targets of threat actors. The same research concluded that ransomware, amongst other threat vectors such as Credential...
Security risks associated with third-party SaaS providers
We are living in a multi-SaaS world. According to a Thales 2023 Cloud Security Study, enterprises use, on average, 97 SaaS apps, as they increasingly switch away from legacy in-house applications. “Thales says while the benefits of SaaS are manifold, enterprise SaaS...
Full Stack Software Engineer (Python, FastAPI, TypeScript) (CPT Hybrid)
ENVIRONMENT:JOIN the Engineering team of a cutting-edge FinTech Platform on a mission to build data-driven funding products that power real-world impact as its next Full Stack Software Engineer. You will design, build, and maintain scalable systems at the heart of the...
Full Stack Software Engineer (Python, FastAPI, TypeScript) (CPT Hybrid) – Gauteng Johannesburg
ENVIRONMENT:JOIN the Engineering team of a cutting-edge FinTech Platform on a mission to build data-driven funding products that power real-world impact as its next Full Stack Software Engineer. You will design, build, and maintain scalable systems at the heart of the...
Senior IT Security Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
We are seeking a Senior Information Security Engineer to design, implement, and lead advanced security solutions across hybrid on-prem and cloud environments (Azure, Microsoft 365).Key Responsibilities1. Security Architecture & Engineering Design and implement...
Senior IT Security Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
We are seeking a Senior Information Security Engineer to design, implement, and lead advanced security solutions across hybrid on-prem and cloud environments (Azure, Microsoft 365).Key Responsibilities1. Security Architecture & Engineering Design and implement...
Intermediate Manual Test Analyst
My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for an Intermediate Manual Test Analyst to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Qualifications & Experience Diploma or Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a...
Intermediate Manual Test Analyst – Western Cape Bellville
My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for an Intermediate Manual Test Analyst to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Qualifications & Experience Diploma or Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a...
Devops Engineer
DevOps EngineerContract duration: 12 monthsLocation: Johannesburg, RosebankWork model: hybrid bases going in 2x a week to the office however , the department is moving towards full time back in office at some point it will be compulsory to be office based. Key...
Devops Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg
DevOps EngineerContract duration: 12 monthsLocation: Johannesburg, RosebankWork model: hybrid bases going in 2x a week to the office however , the department is moving towards full time back in office at some point it will be compulsory to be office based. Key...
Technical Business Analysts
We need a Technical Business Analyst to support Fraud Graph Analysis Project and related fraud prevention initiatives. The suitable candidate should have experience supporting data analysis projects and providing specifications for integrations.Core functions:...
Integration Programmer
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB To design and implement systems integration solutions and that support core systems. KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREASDesign technical integrationDevelop integration systemsPerform integration System TestingConduct operational management and maintenance of...
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