Technology convergence redefines competitive advantage

The next wave of competitive advantage will come not from individual breakthrough technologies but from the ability to combine and scale multiple technologies across entire operating systems, according to a new World Economic Forum report. As artificial intelligence...

SA’s economic recovery remains fragile

After nearly two decades of weak growth, declining investment and rising structural constraints, South Africa faces a narrow window in which decisive reforms could determine whether it escapes long‑term stagnation or remains trapped in low growth. Coface research...

In an era of instability, restructuring promotes resilience

The era of corporate stability is over and this is why the most important C-suite appointment companies can make in 2026 is a full-time and continually proactive chief restructuring officer (CRO) in charge of a CRO office. A new Global CRO Study 2026, authored by the...

Global IT spend set for13,5% growth, to $6,31trn

Worldwide IT spending is expected to reach $6,31-trillion in 2026, up 13,5% from 2025, according to the latest forecast by Gartner. “This latest forecast underscores the accelerating momentum in AI infrastructure and advanced memory,” says John-David Lovelock,...

Africa has aviation challenges, but potential is immense

While Africa is expected to outpace global air traffic growth next year, the region continues to face some of the world’s toughest operating conditions - resulting in the smallest share of global industry profit and extremely thin margins, according to the...

Leadership turnover harming supply chain performance

More than half (54%) of supply chain leaders report that leadership turnover has moderately to completely disrupted their function’s ability to operate over the past three years, according to a new survey from Gartner. This disruption - combined with the impact of...

Brands that don’t prioritise Gen X could be losing out

South Africa’s Gen X is an economic powerhouse accounting for 21,4% of the country’s total spending – and it’s an influential segment that brands can ill-afford to ignore. This is according to research from NielsenIQ (NIQ), in collaboration with World Data Lab (WDL),...

Key African industries dangerously overestimate their cyber defences

There is a distinct mismatch between employer perceptions and employee experience of organisational cybersecurity in some key African industries – with potentially costly consequences, according to a new report from KnowBe4. The report - Africa Human Risk Management...

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...

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Retail transformation enhances operations, empowers employees

In today's digital world, retailers are looking for more innovative ways of optimising operations, increasing employee efficiency, and enhancing customer experiences. The rapid growth of artificial intelligence (AI) provides them with an invaluable tool to do so...

Businesses urged to prioritise prevention over paying ransoms

Ransomware is a serious threat that keeps changing to outsmart defences. As both businesses and individuals deal with more frequent and advanced attacks, it's crucial to understand how cybercriminals operate to better protect ourselves. By Brandon Rochat, regional...

A guide to responsible appliance disposal

E-waste from electrical and electronic appliances and devices is becoming a major problem for South Africa. According to Gauteng's government website, the country produces around 360 000 tons of e-waste every year, with the province accounting for 55% of that volume....

Balancing the potential and risks of Musk’s brain chip

Elon Musk's recent announcement that his company Neuralink has successfully implanted a computer chip into a human brain has sparked excitement in medical circles and raised ethical concerns. While neurotechnology offers potential benefits for individuals who have...

New body aims to prioritise women in the datacentre

As the African datacentre sector emerges as an important global player gender diversity must undoubtedly also keep pace with this growth. Unfortunately, current estimates are not promising; a recent report by the Uptime Institute states that three-quarters of...

Euphoria Telecom announces new leadership

Cloud-based VoIP business solutions provider Euphoria Telecom has announced additions to its senior leadership team to guide its strategic growth plan. Newly appointed MD Warren Hawkins and operations director Leonie Stanley will work with technical director Nic...

Africarare joins OMA3 Metaverse Alliance Board

Africarare has been inducted into the OMA3 (Open Metaverse Alliance for Web3) Board. The company Africarare aims to help Africa connect with the global digital economy. By 2050, Africa is expected to house over one-third of the globe's youth. This demographic shift...

This is why you need a microgrid

If 2023 has taught us anything, is that the energy landscape is dynamic, robust, and versatile. By Nishandra Baijnath, systems architect: power systems for Anglophone Africa at Schneider Electric South Africa and, in fact, the world are at historic juncture with...

How to achieve record management compliance

An optimal level of compliance for organisations depends greatly on the records management strategy and how this cascades down to a functional unit level. "In order for an organisation to properly manage records and adhere to regulatory requirements a records...

Can SMEs afford and manage backup services?

Data can really rattle someone's risk cage. Just bring up ransomware. Far from being a minor concern, ransomware payments exceeded $1-billion in 2023, excluding other costs such as recovery and stalled operations. MGM Resorts refused to pay a ransomware demand, but...

Mid-Level Project Manager – Remote Remote

?? We're Hiring: Mid-level Project Manager - 12 month contractAre you a detail-driven leader between the ages of 30-35 years with a knack for keeping projects on track and teams aligned?We're looking for a Mid-Level Project Manager to join our dynamic team and help us...

Technical Support Agent – Gauteng Centurion

Our client in Centurion is looking for a Technical Support Agent who can deliver exceptional customer service to their clientele, with their technical expertise and awesome personality. We are looking for someone who has experience on fixed wireless broadband...

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...

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