Between geopolitics and AI, global economic outlook hangs in balance

The global economic outlook has deteriorated sharply in recent weeks, according to the latest edition of the World Economic Forum’s Chief Economists’ Outlook. Nearly nine in 10 chief economists surveyed expect global growth to weaken over the next 12 months, reversing...

Same job, different province, different pay

New jobs data shows significant variances in how much professionals in different parts of South Africa can earn based on regional, labour market dynamics. This is according to Pnet’s May 2026 Job Market Trends Report, which includes an exploration of how salary ranges...

NASA plans for a return to the Moon – this time to stay

NASA is embarking on one of the most ambitious space endeavors in its history: building the Moon Base near the lunar South Pole, establishing humanity’s first sustained presence on the Moon. The lunar South Pole is one of the most strategically and scientifically...

Supply chain planning threatened by AI hype and ‘agent washing’

Agentic AI is reshaping the supply chain planning landscape, but hype and “agent washing” are creating real risks for organisations under pressure to deliver results, according to Gartner. Supply chain planning (SCP) leaders who focus on proven use cases, strengthen...

SpaceX acquires xAI to form $1trn company

Elon Musk’s SpaceX has acquired his artificial intelligence (AI) company xAI, creating a company worth more than $1-trillion – the most valuable company in the world. “SpaceX has acquired xAI to form the most ambitious, vertically-integrated innovation engine on (and...

SA young scientists bring home the medals

South African young scientists have been awarded Gold and Silver medals at the Initiative for Research and Innovation in STEM (IRIS) Global Symposium in India, where they displayed their scientific excellence. Nkanteko Moyane, 15, from Daleview Secondary School in...

Interpol’s pan-African cybercrime operation nets 260 scammers

Authorities in 14 African countries have arrested 260 suspects and seized 1 235 electronic devices in a coordinated international operation against cyber-enabled crime. The crackdown targeted transnational criminal networks exploiting digital platforms, particularly...

Stormy weather ahead for the global economy

The global economy is entering a period of weak growth and systemic disruption, according to the World Economic Forum’s latest Chief Economists’ Outlook. Some 72% of surveyed chief economists expect the global economy to weaken over the next year amid intensifying...

Global strategy to secure coral reefs in a changing climate

The Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) has launched its 2025–2030 Coral Reef Conservation Strategy, a landmark plan to conserve the world’s most climate-resilient coral reefs. Rooted in more than 40 years of WCS experience and new cutting-edge science, the strategy...

Most ICT job roles now include AI skills

AI roles now dominate tech market growth, according to the second study released by the AI Workforce Consortium titled “ICT in Motion: The Next Wave of AI Integration.” Led by Cisco, the consortium is a private sector collaboration that includes industry leaders...

Crypto losses to scammers heading for record high

With three months still to go before year's end, it's clear that 2025 is shaping up to be one of crypto's most dangerous years yet - with criminals and hackers stealing a record-breaking amount of money – according to CryptoPresales. So far, their illicit activities...

Deepfake services now 400 times cheaper

Kaspersky’s Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) has uncovered adverts on the darknet offering realtime video and audio deepfake services. Prices reportedly start at $50 for fake videos and $30 for fabricated voice messages, with costs rising based on the...

Axiz signs up NetApp distribution

Looking to broaden its channel ecosystem across Africa, NetApp has added Axiz to its distributor portfolio. “Collaborating with Axiz represents a pivotal step in NetApp’s Africa strategy,” says Farid Najjar, commercial sales manager – MEA at NetApp. “Axiz’s reach,...

10 teams to vie for $2m in prizes in AI and manufacturing innovation

The 10 teams advancing to the semifinalist round of the Milken-Motsepe Prize in AI and Manufacturing have been announced - with each team receiving $50 000 in unrestricted funding to drive inclusive economic growth and sustainable development in Africa. Semifinalists...

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AI-powered telehealth can supercharge employee wellbeing

The fusion of technology and healthcare has reshaped how organisations approach employee wellness, and telehealth is at the forefront of this change. By Arvind Raichur, CEO and co-founder of Eagle Intelligent Health Daily, approximately 15% of South African employees...

Powering sustainability through EV battery manufacture

To achieve global Net Zero emissions by 2050, manufacturers are embracing more sustainable practices. A key player in this has become the electric vehicle (EV) sector which is expected to account for 60% of global car sales by 2030. This means that EV batteries have...

Lessons learned from ransomware attacks

Every organisation faces the looming threat of ransomware. Malicious actors take control of IT assets and demand ransoms, writes Divan de Nysschen, cybersecurity architect at NEC XON. Whether automated or human-operated, this type of malware encrypts files and...

Why rapid response is important

The volume of cybersecurity services in South Africa is expected to top R6,65-billion this year driven in part by the growing adoption of cloud computing services across the business landscape. By Ross Anderson, business unit executive at Duxbury Networking Companies,...

How will Google’s delay in killing third-party cookies impact you?

Google's plan to change the way online advertising is delivered in its Chrome web browser will not happen by the end of the year as intended. This is a setback for ongoing efforts to enhance consumer privacy on the internet, writes Anna Collard, senior vice-president...

Nutanix, Nvidia collaborate to accelerate enterprise AI adoption

Nutanix has announced a collaboration with Nvidia aimed at helping enterprises more easily adopt generative AI (GenAI). Through the integration of Nvidia NIM inference microservices with Nutanix GPT-in-a-Box 2.0, customers will be able to build scalable, secure,...

AI strategies should start with data strategies

As the hype around Artificial intelligence (AI) continues to gather steam, companies of all sizes and from all sectors are investing in the technology. By Richard Firth, CEO of MIP Holdings According to a Forbes Advisor survey, more than half of businesses are using...

Ignoring CCMA judgements a risky gamble

When it comes to labour disputes, companies who choose to ignore a judgement handed down by the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA) do so at their peril. According to Section 143 of the Labour Relations Act, an arbitration award certified by...

Project Manager

Main Purpose of the Role The main purpose of this role is to ensure the efficient and cost-effective delivery of training programs by managing schedules, resources, materials, while also overseeing quality control, budget adherence, compliance, and profitability.Key...

Project Manager – Gauteng Randburg

Main Purpose of the Role The main purpose of this role is to ensure the efficient and cost-effective delivery of training programs by managing schedules, resources, materials, while also overseeing quality control, budget adherence, compliance, and profitability.Key...

Head AI and Data Engineer

A leading Digital Intelligence & Big Data company is seeking an experienced Head AI and Data Engineer to take full ownership of their proprietary data platform and drive innovation across their AI and data infrastructure in Cape Town. This is an exciting...

Intermediate RPA Developer

Key Responsibilities:Process?Analyse business processes and identify opportunities for automation using Microsoft Power Platform tools.?Collaborate with business analysts to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions.?Develop, test, and deploy RPA...

Full Stack Developer (Senior) 0886 NM

Design, develop, and maintain high-quality software applications.Collaborate with product owners and stakeholders to gather requirements.Implement new features and improve existing functionalities.Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to coding...

RPA Developer (six months contract)

RPA DeveloperJOB DESCRIPTION ProcessAnalyse business processes and identify opportunities for automation using Microsoft Power Platform tools.Collaborate with business analysts to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions.Develop, test, and...

Head AI and Data Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town

A leading Digital Intelligence & Big Data company is seeking an experienced Head AI and Data Engineer to take full ownership of their proprietary data platform and drive innovation across their AI and data infrastructure in Cape Town. This is an exciting...

Intermediate RPA Developer – Gauteng Pretoria CBD

Key Responsibilities:Process?Analyse business processes and identify opportunities for automation using Microsoft Power Platform tools.?Collaborate with business analysts to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions.?Develop, test, and deploy RPA...

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