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...

IBM debuts sub-1nm chip in miniaturisation first

IBM has found a way to further miniaturise chips, with the introduction of the world’s first sub-1 nanometer (nm) chip technology, featuring a transistor architecture at the 0,7nm, or 7 angstrom node. The achievement marks a landmark moment for an industry facing the...

Applications open for 2026 Samsung Solve For Tomorrow Now

Applications for the 2026 Samsung Solve for Tomorrow (SFT) competition are now open. The competition invites Grade 10 and 11 learners from public schools in South Africa to submit innovative STEM-based (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) solutions that...

Budget 2026: Payroll, tax systems are core compliance infrastructure

Stronger revenue without higher taxes is being driven by data-led enforcement, making payroll and tax technology a critical risk control for business. South Africa’s 2026 Budget, by Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwana, makes a decisive statement about the future of...

Octopi is a new strategic HP Managed Print Solutions distributor

Octopi Distribution, a subsidiary of the Octopi Group, has been appointed as a dedicated HP Managed Print Solutions (MPS) distributor serving the South African and broader African market. The newly-launched company has secured Tier 1 distribution rights for HP’s A3...

IATA highlights critical priorities for aviation safety

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) highlighted three critical priorities for aviation safety and operations at the World Safety and Operations Conference (WSOC) in Xiamen, China. The priorities are: defending and evolving global standards, fostering a...

ISPA revved up for today’s colloquium on ICT policy reform

The ISPA’s official representative body (IRB) says it welcomes today’s (17 October) colloquium on ICT policy reform organised by the minister of Communications and Digital Technologies. “The ISPA is excited about the opportunity to review the current policy and...

Oracle, Nvidia accelerate sovereign AI

At Oracle AI World, Nvidia and Oracle announced they are deepening their collaboration to bolster sovereign AI initiatives and accelerate government digital transformation worldwide. By combining Nvidia’s AI computing platforms with Oracle’s scalable cloud...

Olivia Barker takes top honours at Eskom Expo ISF

Olivia Barker, a Grade 11 learner from St Mary’s Diocesan School for Girls Pretoria, has been recognised as one of South Africa’s brightest young scientists at this year’s Eskom Expo International Science Fair (ISF). The event brought together some of the most...

Luxury goods market on track for 15% growth

The luxury retail landscape is being reimagined, with brands moving beyond transactional spaces to offer curated lifestyle experiences, according to data analytics company Euromonitor International. In 2025, global physical luxury stores accounted for 81% of personal...

Concern grows over AI in our daily lives

A new Pew Research Centre survey of 25 countries finds that people are generally more concerned than excited about the growing presence of artificial intelligence (AI) in daily life. A median of 34% say they are more concerned than excited about the increased use of...

AI glossary in isiZulu, isiXhosa, Afrikaans now freely accessible

Google - in partnership with the Pan South African Language Board (PanSALB) - has launched a new AI Glossary for isiZulu, isiXhosa, and Afrikaans giving millions of South Africans the language tools to engage  with artificial intelligence in their mother tongue. The...

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Epson demos eco-friendly printers, scanners

Epson is showcasing its full range of solutions designed to support the region's key industries ay Gitex Africa 2024. Epson is also displaying a series of eco-friendly A4 compact scanners. Recent Epson survey findings reveal that 74% of IT decision makers and users...

Afrimobility seeks visionary partners

Afrimobility, the venture capital arm of AKWA Group, is using Gitex Africa 2024 to show its support for innovative startups working to advance technology on the continent. Afrimobility has made investments in several countries, including France, USA, Canada, Egypt,...

Xbox Game Camp returns to Africa

Microsoft, through its Africa Transformation Office (ATO), has announced the second edition of Xbox Game Camp in Africa with a view to bolstering local developer talent and fast-tracking the growth of the continent’s gaming industry. The two-day online conference,...

Navigating cloud migration concerns in HR and payroll

Increasingly dominated by cloud solutions, the global payroll and HR software market is forecast to top $61-billion by 2030. Mathew Payne, CIO of CRS Technologies This growth reflects the shift towards cloud-based payroll and HR systems in businesses of all sizes and...

AI makes its mark in real estate

In the dynamic world of real estate, where time is money and information is key, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the landscape of how estate agents conduct business, says Antonie Goosen, principal and founder of Meridian Realty. From...

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...

Full Stack Developer (Advanced) 2499 – Gauteng Pretoria

Primary role responsibility is development focused.The team has a DevOps setup and the Devs are required to attend to operational incidents when required as well as be on occasional standby as we service international clients.Review code of team members in line with...

Software Developer (Flutter / Mobile) – Gauteng Centurion

A company that provides secure identity and payment solutions by manufacturing secure documents and cards, offering advanced encryption and biometric systems, and developing digital identity verification and authentication solutions for governments and businesses, is...

Senior Mobile Developer

Our client is seeking a Senior Mobile Developer based in PTA for a hybrid position. Key Requirements 5 years' experience.TechSwiftJavaKotlinAndroid SDKReact NativeUI/UX DesignShould you meet the requirements for this position, please email your CV to [Email Address...

Senior Mobile Developer – Gauteng Pretoria Region

Our client is seeking a Senior Mobile Developer based in PTA for a hybrid position. Key Requirements 5 years' experience.TechSwiftJavaKotlinAndroid SDKReact NativeUI/UX DesignShould you meet the requirements for this position, please email your CV to [Email Address...

System Engineer

Our client is seeking a System Engineer who is willing to work in the field and collaborate closely with farmers. Key Requirements 2-5 years of experience in software engineering/ Data Engineer or Backend Engineering.Proficiency in Tech stack: Python, SQL, Rust and...

System Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town Region

Our client is seeking a System Engineer who is willing to work in the field and collaborate closely with farmers. Key Requirements 2-5 years of experience in software engineering/ Data Engineer or Backend Engineering.Proficiency in Tech stack: Python, SQL, Rust and...

PHP Developer

ENVIRONMENT:Our client, a company on a mission to transform bicycle security, is looking for a Senior Software Developer to join their Cape Town office. This isn't just another dev job—it's an opportunity to grow into a leader. You'll help guide the team, set...

PHP Developer – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:Our client, a company on a mission to transform bicycle security, is looking for a Senior Software Developer to join their Cape Town office. This isn't just another dev job—it's an opportunity to grow into a leader. You'll help guide the team, set...

Ruby Developer

ENVIRONMENT:Our client, a mission-driven company transforming the future of bicycle security, is seeking a Senior Software Developer to join their Cape Town office. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Ruby on Rails and AWS and will play a key role in...

Ruby Developer – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:Our client, a mission-driven company transforming the future of bicycle security, is seeking a Senior Software Developer to join their Cape Town office. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Ruby on Rails and AWS and will play a key role in...

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