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,...

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...

AI-generated sites distribute remote access software used in attacks

Kaspersky has detected a malicious campaign, where attackers leverage AI-generated websites to distribute versions of the legitimate remote access tool Syncro. These fake sites attract users via search engines or phishing emails and mimic popular applications like...

Despite slowing momentum, global trade to hit record $35trn

Global trade is on course to exceed $35-trillion in 2025 for the first time, according to UNCTAD’s final Global Trade Update of the year. The new data confirm that trade continued expanding through the second half of 2025, even as geopolitical tensions, higher costs...

Open call for bold women tech founders in SA

The Aurora Tech Award is calling on female-led tech startups in South Africa to apply for the chance to secure up to R1,9-million in prize money. South Africa’s tech ecosystem is growing fast, but women-led startups still face major hurdles with less than 2% of global...

AI features big in Telkom’s planning

Telkom says it has embraced artificial intelligence (AI) as a cornerstone of its digital transformation strategy, spending R46-million in this financial year aligning its AI initiatives with business strategy. “AI enables us to optimise operations, personalise...

AI-led businesses ignore humans at their peril

No-one would argue that artificial intelligence (AI) has taken the world by storm, but there is some irony in the fact that as more business functions - from data collection and analysis, to everyday operations - are performed digitally the more customers seek to...

CFOs going all-in on AI

Chief financial officers (CFOs) have fundamentally shifted their approach to artificial intelligence (AI), according to new research from Salesforce, moving from cautious spenders to strategic investors who are betting on AI not just for cost-cutting, but as a crucial...

Microsoft patches vulnerabilities exposed by Check Point

Microsoft has released the final patches for six newly discovered Windows vulnerabilities identified by Check Point Research, including one rated as critical. These vulnerabilities could crash entire systems or allow attackers to run malicious code, posing real risks...

Is the biggest business enemy actually on the inside?

IBM, the largest industrial research organisation in the world, has found that malicious insider threats caused the most expensive data breaches in 2024 - costing an average of $4,99-million per incident – and these already-elusive breaches are becoming harder to...

Why SA is a hidden powerhouse for global executive search

South Africa is known for many things – mineral wealth, natural beauty, innovation, and sporting excellence. But, increasingly, it is also becoming recognised as a high-value hub for global executive search services. By Jeremy Bossenger, MD of BossJansen Executive...

KZN programme hits 100% employment

In a milestone moment for youth empowerment and job creation, 50 young people from KwaZulu-Natal have graduated from the province’s flagship KZN Job Creation Partnership Initiative with an unprecedented 100% employment placement rate. Every graduate has already...

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Deregulation drives innovation in Africa’s energy sector

A deregulated power sector is an enormous opportunity for key markets in Africa, as individual countries start to contribute to an efficient, sustainable and competitive renewable energy ecosystem, writes Paul van Zijl, Group CEO at Starsight Energy. He shares some...

Exclusive Networks Africa, Netwxs drive sustainable IT learnerships

Exclusive Networks Africa, which has a long history of supporting skills development for young people in the ICT arena, has recently seen the graduation of the first group of learners from its year-long learnership partnership with Netwxs Enterprise Development...

CISO role evolves to one of strategic leadership

The role of the chief information security officer (CISO) has evolved significantly, prompting questions about reporting structures within organisations. By Simeon Tassev, MD and QSA at Galix. Traditionally, the CISO reported to the chief information officer (CIO),...

SME impact report advocates more support for agribusinesses

AGRA has released the 3rd edition of the 'African Agribusiness Outlook Report' which sheds light on the impact of the "Triple Crisis" - Covid-19 pandemic, climate change, and the Russia-Ukraine conflict - on small and medium-sized agribusinesses in Nigeria, Zambia,...

SAP Africa recognises partners

SAP has announced the winners of its latest SAP Africa Partner Awards. According to Nazia Pillay, head of partner ecosystem at SAP Middle East and Africa: South, the role of partners has become more critical in the wake of changing customer demands and the impact of...

Why retailers should support cash buyers

South African retailers that go completely cashless potentially risk excluding large portions of their customer base. With nine out of 10 transactions in South Africa still made in cash, removing this option limits customer choice in payment methods. That's according...

When to coach and when to mentor

As a leader or manager, you have a lot of responsibility to guide and develop your team. One of the most effective ways to do this is through coaching and mentoring. However, it can be challenging to know when to use each approach. By Anja van Beek, talent strategist,...

Decoding financial crime to address an AML emergency

South Africa's financial sector faces an anti-money laundering compliance crisis, with authorities cracking the whip on institutions that fail to meet their obligations to combat financial crime and the country's continued presence on the Financial Action Task Force...

Wider broadband access can help businesses solve recruitment issues

Investments in infrastructure and more spectrum availability have made it cheaper and easier for operators to roll out mobile broadband networks in both urban and rural areas. By Nic Laschinger, chief technology officer of Euphoria Telecom Aside from the data cost...

Integrating GenAI into the cloud

As people continue to navigate the world of cloud computing and the new offerings that AI can present, 2024 is on the brink of launching new opportunities for those willing to chart this opportunistic territory. Naseem Ahmed, cloud mobilisation practice lead, and...

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ServiceNow-based custom application developmentReview and streamline existing codeTransfer custom code into the ServiceNow standard frameworkDevelopment and conception of new featuresSupporting of our BMW ServiceNow ITSM customers regarding their Service structures...

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Mid-Level C++ Developer – CPT

ENVIRONMENT:Our Client has an opening for a Mid-level C++ Developer to join their IT team in Century City, Cape Town, South Africa. They specialize in the provision of fuel management solutions based on Automated Vehicle Identification (AVI) and related products and...

Full Stack Developer (ServiceNow) – Gauteng Pretoria

ServiceNow-based custom application developmentReview and streamline existing codeTransfer custom code into the ServiceNow standard frameworkDevelopment and conception of new featuresSupporting of our BMW ServiceNow ITSM customers regarding their Service structures...

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Mid-Level C++ Developer – CPT – Western Cape Century City

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To support a multi-user computing environment and ensure continuous, optimal performance of IT services and support systems.Duties and Responsibilities, include but are not limited to the following:Support and maintain IT infrastructure (server rooms, server software,...

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Level 2 Network Engineer with a background in managed services, skilled in integrating and problem-solving in Windows Server, Microsoft 365, Cisco Internetworking, VPNs, and firewalls.This is a full-time, office-based position (not hybrid). Working hours are 10:30 AM...

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Description/Synopsis: A leader in the financial services sector is looking for a Snr IT Technician to join their team. The role will oversee the management of IT infrastructure, systems security, and user support across the business. The successful candidate will...

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