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...

Memory and SSD shortage set to impact SA

The memory and SSD crisis is real – and it’s broader and faster‑moving than many in the IT industry expect. This is the stark warning from Craig Nowitz, CEO of Syntech, who recently returned from the Hong Kong electronics shows and a week of factory visits in China....

Your next smartphone could be powered by a recycled toaster

For the past 20 years, the consumer electronics playbook has been simple: make it smaller, make it faster, and seal it shut. Manufacturers utilised industrial adhesives, proprietary screws, and integrated designs to create sleek devices that were virtually impossible...

PayInc Economic Index holds encouraging signs for the economy

After six months of consecutive gains, the PayInc Economic Index, measuring the value of all electronic transactions processed through PayInc, levelled off in November 2025 but stayed higher than a year ago. Continued resilience and improving economic indicators point...

CEOs expect business to improve in 2026

The C-suite is entering 2026 with bolstered confidence - 95% of CEOs are optimistic about next year and 84% expect global economic conditions to improve, according to International Workplace Group’s (IWG) latest State of the C-Suite report. This rising optimism is...

From romance to recovery: crypto scams targeting SA

New data from Luno reveals that while crypto-related scams affect less than 1% of the platform’s 14-million customers, scams and fraudulent misrepresentation remain the most prevalent forms of fraud in digital currency. Customers are defrauded in various ways. John, a...

Is AI underrated as a travel agent?

Less than a third (23%) of South Africans trust AI to plan trips, but 98% of those that do are satisfied with this experience – and 83% plan to use it in the future, according to a new Kaspersky report. In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has become an...

Nvidia updates AI model for Project G-Assist

At Gamescom, Nvidia is releasing its first major update to Project G‑Assist — an experimental on-device AI assistant that allows users to tune their Nvidia RTX systems with voice and text commands. The update brings a new AI model that uses 40% less VRAM, improves...

SoftBank Group and Intel in $2B investment deal

SoftBank Group and Intel have signed a definitive securities purchase agreement, under which SoftBank will make a $2-billion investment in Intel common stock. Masayoshi Son, chairman and CEO of SoftBank Group, comments: “Semiconductors are the foundation of every...

AFSUG appoints Corlia van Zyl as vice-chair

The African SAP User Group (AFSUG) has announced appointment of Corlia van Zyl as the new vice-chair of the AFSUG board of directors. Van Zyl currently serves as digital and technology director at Heineken Beverages, and has been an active AFSUG Board Member since...

MTN refocuses business, shuffles exco

Under its Ambition 2025 strategy, the MTN group is streamlining its focus into three principal platforms of connectivity, fintech and digital Infrastructure. The board believes this three-platform approach will best position the group to capture value from the...

Phishers target payCity users

User of the popular payCity service are being targeted in a new phishing scam. payCity has alerted its subscribers to the fact that fraudsters have been targeting users with fake traffic fine notification messages pretending to impersonate payCity. “These messages may...

Energy for AI and data centres is a key challenge

The growing energy requirements for data centres is a major issue that needs to be resolved. This is one of the key takeaways from the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners Summer Policy Summit  that took place in Boston recently. A common thread...

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Competition Commission publishes revised Public Interest Guidelines

On 20 March 2024, the Competition Commission of South Africa (Commission) published revised Public Interest Guidelines relating to merger control (the Revised Guidelines). The Revised Guidelines follow the Draft Public Interest Guidelines (the Draft Guidelines), which...

How AI is impacting recruitment

In an era defined by rapid technological advancements, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) is proving to be transformative across various industries. AI could enhances many functions rather than replacing real people, and this is true for the world of...

AI and robotics skills can help children thrive in the digital age

With companies placing increasing importance on artificial intelligence (AI) and big data skills, schools should be incorporating subjects like AI and robotics to help pupils master them early on. The full-scale implementation of the Department of Basic Education's...

Safeguarde company devices in the face of cyber threats

In an increasingly interconnected world where digital devices often serve as the lifeblood for many businesses, some of the most significant vulnerabilities for cybercrime lie in the devices entrusted to employees. From laptops to smartphones, these devices often...

Beyond the acronym: SaaS in the real world

In 2023, the software as a service (SaaS) market was estimated at $197-billion and is expected, according to Statista, to reach $232-billion by the end of 2024. Renette Lombard, managing executive: mid-market at BCX unpacks the value of software as a service for the...

Hoe the new world of work impact business stakeholders

The South African workplace, like many others across the globe, has experienced significant changes in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic. These changes, while transformative and in some cases beneficial, have also brought about their own set of challenges, impacting...

How insurtech unlocks business insights

Insurtech is fundamentally reshaping the insurance industry, introducing advanced data analytics to provide more accurate risk assessments, personalised policies, quicker claims processing, and targeted marketing. The result is a level of competitive advantage that is...

Save more at the pump in 2024

During the 2024 budget speech, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana said the National Treasury will not increase the general fuel levy and Road Accident Fund (RAF) levy for 2024/25. The treasury would however, increase the carbon fuel levy from 10c/l to 11c/l for petrol...

Software developers must protect against GenAI risks

The latest PWC insight shows that a large number of CEOs have embraced the efficiencies that generative AI can bring to their business, with 51% of respondents saying they had already integrated AI into business operations. However, Dewald Mienie, head of architecture...

What to do if someone tries to hack you

In today's connected world, it is a matter of when rather than if you will experience someone trying to hack you. With cybercriminals becoming more sophisticated in their attempts, it is possible that at some point or another you may interact with a scammer or click...

MuleSoft Developer (Associate) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

This is a remote position.We are seeking a Mulesoft Developer to Join our Dynamic Team Qualifications / Certifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field MuleSoft Certified Developer - Level 1 MuleSoft Certified...

Vue.js Developer

Develop and maintain responsive, dynamic web applications using [URL Removed] and supporting technologies. Create and manage reusable Vue components and libraries for scalable development. Implement state management solutions using Pinia and ensure smooth application...

Vue.js Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg

Develop and maintain responsive, dynamic web applications using [URL Removed] and supporting technologies. Create and manage reusable Vue components and libraries for scalable development. Implement state management solutions using Pinia and ensure smooth application...

Senior Systems Analyst at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Systems Analyst to join our IT team. In this role, you will act as a strategic partner to business stakeholders, leading the analysis, design, and implementation of complex IT systems and solutions. You will provide technical...

Java Developer

BSc or BEng in Computer Science (or equivalent degree - non-negotiable)Minimum 3 years' Java Development experience (salary negotiable based on experience)Strong hands-on experience with:J2EESpring FrameworkAngular or React (front-end)Azure / AWS (cloud platforms)Key...

Java Developer – Western Cape Cape Town CBD

BSc or BEng in Computer Science (or equivalent degree - non-negotiable)Minimum 3 years' Java Development experience (salary negotiable based on experience)Strong hands-on experience with:J2EESpring FrameworkAngular or React (front-end)Azure / AWS (cloud platforms)Key...

Mid – Level Systems Analyst at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Mid-Level Systems Analyst to join our technology team. The successful candidate will act as a bridge between business needs and technical solutions, analyzing requirements, designing system workflows, and supporting the...

Java Developer

BSc or BEng in Computer Science (or equivalent degree - non-negotiable)Minimum 3 years' Java Development experience (salary negotiable based on experience)Strong hands-on experience with:J2EESpring FrameworkAngular or React (front-end)Azure / AWS (cloud platforms)Key...

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