Geopolitics creates inflationary pressures for SA

As the Middle East moves towards a fragile lull in hostilities, the economic shock caused by the conflict – supply chains perturbation, inflation etc - is already spreading to the global economy with oil-importing economies such as South Africa particularly exposed to...

Credit trends diverge as consumers navigate affordability

South African consumers are reshaping how they access and use credit as affordability pressures persist, according to TransUnion’s Q1 2026 South Africa Industry Insights Report. The report’s findings show that credit demand remained resilient, but diverging risk...

Small fibre operators outshine giants in ISPA survey

ISPA's Perception Survey gauges ISPs’ perceptions of fibre network operator (FNO) performance across a range of metrics - and the most recent results reveal smaller FNOs are outshining the established competition. South Africa’s official internet Industry...

The human impact of AI forces a redesign in how we work

We are living through one of the most significant transformations in the history of work, writes Aparna Nair, chief talent, leadership and culture officer at IBM. AI is reshaping roles, rewiring workflows, and redefining the nature of performance itself. Yet, a new...

Urgent call to unlock youth potential in agriculture 

While agriculture remains one of the country’s most critical yet under‑utilised sectors for job creation, entrepreneurship and long-term economic inclusion, young people continue to enter the farming industry at far lower rates than required to secure the future of...

Is Asia tech rout the first real ‘macro shock’ of the AI era?

The massive sell-off sweeping through Asia’s technology sector marks “the first real macro shock of the AI era” and exposes just how dependent global markets have become on a single investment theme, warns Nigel Green, CEO of financial advisors, deVere Group. The...

AI in the boardroom: The personal liability of the board

Company directors who delegate their fiduciary duties to an AI model or adopt its output as their own decision risk losing their Business Judgement Rule protection, according to a leading legal consultancy. “The King V Code, the Companies Act and common law all...

The hidden human cost of online gambling in SA

Nearly three quarters (72%) of South African online gamblers describe themselves as being in control of their gambling. Yet a new national study by Yazi reveals a more troubling reality beneath the industry's rapid growth: widespread financial sacrifice, informal...

Two-thirds of Docker Hub images contain critical vulnerabilities

An analysis conducted using Kaspersky Container Security has revealed that only one out of every 10 Docker Hub images analysed - including those with 10 000 to 1-million downloads - was fully up to date. Experts warn that aside from software vulnerabilities, and the...

A Youth Day perspective for SA’s next generation

Only three in 10 young South Africans aged 15 to 24 who want to work currently have a job, according to Stats SA’s Quarterly Labour Force Survey for Q1 2026. Seven in 10 are either unemployed or have stopped looking, and of those seven, four are completely outside the...

African airlines benefit from ME conflict

An update on international air traffic presented at the 2026 IATA AGM and World Air Transport Summit in Rio de Janiero states that Africa’s hub carriers are seeing the strongest global growth in traffic as it re-routes to avoid the Middle East. However, the region’s...

Disruption to Avbob’s digital systems

Avbob has confirmed that the recent disruption to soe of its digital platforms and services is the result of an incident involving external malicious actors. “The matter is being treated with the utmost seriousness, and our technical teams, together with specialist...

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MTN SHIFT Gaming Experience is back

Now in its fourth year, the MTN SHIFT Gaming Experience 2026 series presented by Hyprop in partnership with MTN rolls out across eight shopping centres nationwide from April through to August, building to National Finals at Canal Walk in August with a total prize pool...

Materials engineering gaps threaten Africa’s renewable energy payoffs

While solar and battery technology now make renewable power in Africa financially attractive on paper, local investors are not realising expected returns on mid-scale solar projects. Experts say the consistent underperformance is being driven by copy-paste assumptions...

Is SaaS dead? Not in SA. Or anywhere else

Recent headlines declaring the 'death of SaaS' have gained momentum as AI-driven disruption reshapes enterprise software. But the reality is far more nuanced, says Stephen Howe, director at Times 3 Technologies (T3T). SaaS is not dying, he says: it is evolving into...

Signs your storage is holding you back

In the drive for business growth, organisations across South Africa are investing heavily in talent, applications, and strategy. By Nischal Mahakian, client solutions product specialist at Dell Yet the foundational technology that underpins every digital interaction -...

Rising to the era of AI-powered cyber defenve

The world of cybersecurity has fundamentally changed writes Anthony Grieco, senior vice-president and chief security & trust Officer at Cisco. Today, I’m proud to share that Cisco is joining the world’s most critical cyber defenders to...

The risks of storing fuel at home

As fuel prices surge amid global oil volatility linked to the ongoing conflict in Iran, South Africans are being cautioned against storing large quantities of petrol and diesel in excess of 100 litres at home - a practice that significantly increases the risk of fire,...

Redefining compliance to build trust and growth in microfinance

South Africa’s microfinance sector is operating in an increasingly complex risk environment. By Fatgie Adams, head of credit risk solutions, and Darin Naidoo, head of microfinance at TransUnion South Africa Fraud schemes are becoming more sophisticated, compliance...

From AI pilots to enterprise value: What it takes to scale

In a low-growth economy where expanding revenue is challenging, organisations are under increasing pressure to unlock efficiencies and do more with less. By Kgomotso Lebele, country MD of Accenture, South Africa Consider a major South African bank that recently...

Red Hat adds OpenShift on Google Cloud Dedicated

Red Hat has announced upcoming support for Red Hat OpenShift on Google Cloud Dedicated, providing highly regulated organisations - including those in financial services, healthcare, and the public sector - with the isolated infrastructure and operational independence...

The quiet advantage: Why consistency wins in a volatile channel

The ICT channel is entering a period where pressure is no longer cyclical but structural, writes Andrew Harris, chief sales and marketing officer at DCC Technologies. Pricing volatility, supply chain shifts and tightening margins are no longer isolated challenges....

Senior Software Developer

If you are a Senior software Developer looking for a new challenge, this could be for you! Our client is looking for a developer who will be responsible for designing, developing, maintaining, and supporting automated meter reading (AMR) and energy management systems...

Senior Software Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg

If you are a Senior software Developer looking for a new challenge, this could be for you! Our client is looking for a developer who will be responsible for designing, developing, maintaining, and supporting automated meter reading (AMR) and energy management systems...

Specialist Developer

Join a high-performing software development team within a financial services environment, where you will design, build, and maintain scalable enterprise applications. This role involves full lifecycle development, technical problem-solving, and collaboration with...

Specialist Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg

Join a high-performing software development team within a financial services environment, where you will design, build, and maintain scalable enterprise applications. This role involves full lifecycle development, technical problem-solving, and collaboration with...

PROCESS AUTOMATION ENGINEER (FTC) JHB

ROLE OVERVIEW We are recruiting a Process Automation Engineer (Workplace Productivity) on behalf of our client - a leading financial services organisation with a significant presence across South Africa and internationally. This is an exciting opportunity for a senior...

DevOps Engineer

Seeking a DevOps Engineer to support and enhance cloud-native software delivery environments within a high-performing engineering culture. The role focuses on CI/CD automation, infrastructure provisioning, cloud operations, and ensuring reliable deployment across...

PROCESS AUTOMATION ENGINEER (FTC) JHB – Gauteng Johannesburg

ROLE OVERVIEW We are recruiting a Process Automation Engineer (Workplace Productivity) on behalf of our client - a leading financial services organisation with a significant presence across South Africa and internationally. This is an exciting opportunity for a senior...

DevOps Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg

Seeking a DevOps Engineer to support and enhance cloud-native software delivery environments within a high-performing engineering culture. The role focuses on CI/CD automation, infrastructure provisioning, cloud operations, and ensuring reliable deployment across...

Jnr Kit Controller – Cape Town

Leading medical equipment supplier is looking for a Junior Kit Controller. Stock control experience in the medical / healthcare industry is essential. This position is based in Cape Town.Areas of ResponsibilityPreparation Territory and Procedural KitsDelivery and...

Junior Data Analyst (CPT)

ENVIRONMENT:A thriving Managed Service Provider seeks a Junior Data Analyst who enjoys working with real-world operational data and engaging with stakeholders to solve business problems. Your core role will entail helping turn operational, commercial, and performance...

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