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...

Edge spending set for 15% growth

Worldwide spending on edge computing reached $265-billion in 2025, expected to nearly double by 2029, reflecting a pivotal expansion fueled by rapid Edge AI advancements that accelerate enterprise transformation and open new opportunities for service providers,...

Budget 2026: Payment system modernisation underway

Treasury plans to modernise the national payments system with the inclusion of digital finance. The first key milestone in the Payments Ecosystem Modernisation (PEM) was reached in November 2025, with the establishment of PayInc. Presenting Budget 2026, finance...

Altron goes live with AI Factory

Altron has successfully deployed what it believes to be South Africa's first operational AI Factory, powered by Nvidia AI infrastructure including Nvidia accelerated computing and Nvidia AI Enterprise software. The platform delivers comprehensive AI infrastructure,...

Sports fans demand always-on engagement from teams

There is a growing demand among sports fans for always-on, personalised engagement with their favourite teams. A global study from Infobip shows that two-thirds (66%) of fans feel disconnected due to poor club communication, rising to 81% among those under 35. The...

Khushi Lall is Eskom Expo ISF’s Top Junior Scientist

With a deep curiosity for the natural world and a creative spirit that extends far beyond the classroom, Khushi Lall has achieved remarkable success at the 45th Eskom Expo International Science Fair (ISF), earning the coveted title of Top Junior Scientist. The Grade 9...

Supply chain challenges cost airlines up to $11bn this year

Challenges within the aerospace industry’s supply chain are delaying production of new aircraft and parts, resulting in airlines re-evaluating their fleet plans and, in many cases, keeping older aircraft flying for extended amounts of time. The worldwide commercial...

Africa’s G20 moment to fast-track digital transformation

South Africa hosting the G20 summit is a rare opportunity to hard-wire Africa’s digital transformation into the world’s most influential economic agenda, writes Sunil Geness, director: Global Government Affairs & CSR Africa, Global Sustainability lead Africa at...

Hybrid working can help to reduce employee burnout

The vast majority of workers who have shifted to a hybrid model say that it has helped them to greatly reduce burnout in their working lives, according to new research from International Workplace Group (IWG). The study, undertaken among more than 1 000 hybrid...

OpenAI and Broadcom ink deal for AI chips

OpenAI and Broadcom have announced a collaboration for 10 gigawatts of custom AI accelerators. OpenAI will design the accelerators and systems, which will be developed and deployed in partnership with Broadcom. By designing its own chips and systems, OpenAI can embed...

Resellers: Make your voice heard

Voting has officially opened for the South African IT distribution channel’s most prestigious awards – the Channelwise Awards 2025 – where resellers and partners get the chance to rate and reward their top distributors and vendors. “Over the years, the Channelwise...

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Cape Town shores up sustainable energy distribution

The City of Cape Town, which is responsible for delivering energy to the 4,8-million residents of the Western Cape, has awarded ABB a three-year contract for a phased retrofit of legacy medium voltage (MV) switchgear within its electrical infrastructure. The new...

Liquid and Eutelsat bring LEO satellite services to Africa

Liquid Intelligent Technologies has announced a distribution partner agreement (DPA) with Eutelsat Group that will see enterprise-grade Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite services being made available in Africa. Eutelsat Group is the world's first satellite operator with...

Vertiv launches pre-integrated IT rack for demanding edge applications

The proliferation of edge computing use cases has shifted critical equipment and data from the protected confines of the data centre to more demanding environments where heat, humidity, air quality, and physical security are significant challenges. Recognising this...

Use AI to jumpstart or elevate your career

The rapid uptake of artificial intelligence (AI) tools like ChatGPT (OpenAI) and the recent launch of Copilot, integrated across Microsoft's platforms, have raised concerns about the impact on employment. Fifi Sali, human capital executive at Vuma, observes that while...

JSE launches tool to verify brokers

The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) has introduced 'Verify a Broker', an online tool designed to help people confirm if the stockbrokers and financial service providers they deal with are real and credible. The tool works by providing a consolidated view of the...

Visa welcomes African fintech startups to accelerator program

Visa has announced the startups shortlisted from across Africa to participate in the second cohort of its Africa Fintech Accelerator program. As part of Visa's work to unlock financial innovation across the continent, the biannual program offers 12 weeks of 1:1...

Trend Micro expands AI-powered cybersecurity platform

Trend Micro has launched significant additional AI-powered functionality in its platform to secure organisational use of AI and better manage the risks associated with mass adoption of new AI tools. Co-founder and CEO Eva Chen comments: "Great advancements in...

Kaspersky addresses email threats

Kaspersky has announced a significant update to its Kaspersky Security for Mail Server, designed to strengthen systems against emerging email threats. The latest version of Kaspersky Security for Mail Server features advanced functionality for content filtering,...

PayRetailers expands into Africa

PayRetailers, a Latin America payment processor inhas announced its new expansion to Africa. With coverage across four countries, the company offers a unified payment solution for cross-border online merchants looking at Africa as their next move for strategic growth....

Insurer warns of hidden implications of drone use

In recent years, drones have transformed from military apparatus to infiltrating almost every type of industry under the sun, including agriculture. According to Industry ARC, South Africa's small drone market is experiencing rapid growth, and is expected to reach...

.NET Applications Developer

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.NET Applications Developer – KwaZulu-Natal Pietermaritzburg

General:Completeness and accuracy of code (work product) vs. allocated tasks.Ensure that project tasks are delivered in accordance with larger project objectives.Adhere to and apply software development policies and standards.Ensure accurate estimates on development...

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An Enterprise Solution Partner specializing in delivering smart, scalable software solutions for both the private and public sectors, is seeking a highly skilled Full-Stack .NET Core Developer who will design, develop, and maintain enterprise-grade...

National Technical Manager (Cellular Industry)

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced National Technical Manager to lead and develop our network of technicians across South Africa. This role combines leadership, technical expertise, and operational oversight, offering the opportunity to make a real impact on the...

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An Enterprise Solution Partner specializing in delivering smart, scalable software solutions for both the private and public sectors, is seeking a highly skilled Full-Stack .NET Core Developer who will design, develop, and maintain enterprise-grade...

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We are seeking a highly skilled Team Lead: Security Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of a secure, scalable, and high-performing network infrastructure in Randburg, Gauteng.The role involves providing technical leadership,...

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