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,...

Fully-automated vehicle assembly a reality by 2030

By 2029, only 5% of automakers will maintain strong AI investment growth - a decline from over 95% today, predicts Gartner. “The automotive sector is currently experiencing a period of AI euphoria, where many companies want to achieve disruptive value even before...

Turning screen time into growth time

In a world of mindless scrolling and shrinking attention spans, a young South African entrepreneur is offering an alternative - 20-year-old Muako Maepa has built IQ, a fresh take on quiz gaming that turns the habit of quick digital engagement into something purposeful...

You can no longer believe everything you hear …

Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the business landscape in South Africa, unlocking new efficiencies and enhancing customer experiences across sectors. But while much of the focus has been on the benefits, we must not ignore the risks, writes Nic Laschinger,...

Webb finds new evidence for planet around closest solar twin

Astronomers using the NASA/ESA/CSA James Webb Space Telescope have found strong evidence of a giant planet orbiting a star in the stellar system closest to our own Sun. At just 4 light-years away from Earth, the Alpha Centauri triple star system has long been a...

Cybercriminals exploit social networks to target businesses

Kaspersky has detected a complex attack sequence that involved retrieving information from legitimate services such as GitHub, Microsoft Learn Challenge, Quora, and social networks. The attackers did this to avoid detection and run an execution chain to launch Cobalt...

Capitec, FNB first to sign up for dha’s new digital partnership

Capitec and First National Bank are the first banks to sign up to the Department of Home Affairs’ new digital partnership model which will expand access to Smart ID and Passport services from the current 30 branches to hundreds more across the country. In fulfilment...

Airtel, Vodacom sign network infrastructure agreement

Airtel Africa and Vodacom Group have announced a strategic infrastructure sharing agreement in key markets including Mozambique, Tanzania and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), subject to regulatory approvals in the various countries. The initial partnership...

Blue Label Telecoms to change its name

Blue Label Telecoms shareholders have voted overwhelmingly in favour of changing the company’s name. A general meeting in 11 August saw close to 100% of shareholders agree to change the name to Blue Label Unlimited Group Limited. The name change was first mooted in...

Bitcoin nears record high as Trump’s gold tariffs bite

Bitcoin is once again within striking distance of its all-time high, driven by a surge of buying as US president Donald Trump’s tariffs on physical gold push investors toward the world’s largest cryptocurrency. Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group, says the policy shift...

WiFi 7 to drive enterprise WLAN growth in 2025

Excess inventory in the channel has been cleared, and WLAN revenue is expected to grow 12% in 2025, according to Dell’Oro Group, which adds that WiFi 7 shipments will shoot up this year – representing more than a third of Indoor AP revenues. “We expect that in 2028,...

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IT trends set to drive business growth in 2024

2024 will see an even greater focus on customers through the effective use of data which will unlock new insights. This is according to Ethan Searle, business development director of LanDynamix, who says there is a big shift to software-as-a-service (SaaS) models with...

Budget delivers temporary reprieve, but danger still looms

A challenging economic environment and severe fiscal pressure meant that the duty of delivering the 2024 National Budget Speech in a critical election year was guaranteed to be a sweat-inducing task. By Dondo Mogajane, CEO of the Moti Group With debt warning bells...

Xero and Sumday enhance carbon accounting for advisors

Xero has announced a global partnership with advisor-first carbon accounting platform Sumday to help accountants and bookkeepers globally to manage their own and their clients' carbon accounting. As part of the partnership, Xero and Sumday will work together to...

SA’s bumpy road to meeting international best practice

It has been a year since the grim reality of South Africa's greylisting status by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). By Gabi Richards-Smith, partner, Kirsten Wolmarans, partner, Rashaad Carrim, partner and Lerato Lamola, associate director of Webber Wentzel While...

From frictionless to FrictionZero in business travel

In an age where even the brief wait for a coffee feels too long, the business travel scene is undergoing a radical transformation. Welcome to the era of FrictionZero Travel, where the concept of 'waiting' is as outdated as fax machines. This shift isn't just about...

How to navigate the fusion of GenAI and digital defence

The convergence of Generative AI (GenAI) and cybersecurity has emerged as a critical battleground amid ongoing digital transformation. Mandla Mbonambi, CEO of Africonology, asserts that in this dynamic intersection, cybersecurity professionals stand at the forefront,...

When is sharing oversharing on social media?

The recent "get to know me" trend on Instagram and TikTok may seem harmless, but cybersecurity experts have warned of the potential pitfalls of giving away too much of your personal information, particularly as it makes it easier for hackers to compromise your...

Deception technology crucial to unmasking the silent theft of data

The "silent theft" of data is an increasingly prevalent cyber threat to businesses, driving the ongoing leakage of personal information in the public domain through undetected attacks that cannot even be policed by data privacy legislation. By Iniel Dreyer, MD of Data...

Huawei Cloud Summit looks to AI-ready infrastructure

This year's Huawei Cloud Summit, with the theme of "Accelerate Intelligence with Everything as a Service", saw the launch 10 AI-oriented innovations and extensive industry expertise of Pangu models. The objective is an AI-ready infrastructure tailored to each industry...

Lenovo tackles telco transformation with Edge AI

Lenovo has unveiled next-generation Integrated Edge AI Solutions for Telco that help enterprises go beyond the data centre to harness vast bodies of data at the far edge for transformative AI applications at scale while reducing energy consumption. To support the...

Business Analyst – Gauteng Centurion

THE OPPORTUNITY THAT AWAITS YOU Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for bridging business needs and technical solutions? We're seeking a dynamic Business Analyst to join a high-impact team driving performance, integration, and innovation across enterprise...

Software Tester – KwaZulu-Natal Durban Region

We're looking for a skilled Software Tester to ensure the quality and reliability of our client's software products. You'll identify defects, execute test cases, and collaborate closely with developers, designers, and product managers to maintain high standards...

Intermediate Software Developer

Job Purpose Our client is modernising financial access for South Africa's underserved market. As a Senior Software Developer, you'll design, architect, and build scalable fintech solutions that make credit simpler, faster, and more responsible. You'll work across the...

Junior Business Analyst

THE OPPORTUNITY THAT AWAITS YOU Are you ready to launch your career in business analysis and make a real impact? A forward-thinking organisation is seeking a Junior Business Analyst to support enterprise performance initiatives, system integration, and process...

Intermediate Software Developer – Gauteng Rosebank

Job Purpose Our client is modernising financial access for South Africa's underserved market. As a Senior Software Developer, you'll design, architect, and build scalable fintech solutions that make credit simpler, faster, and more responsible. You'll work across the...

Junior Business Analyst – Gauteng Centurion

THE OPPORTUNITY THAT AWAITS YOU Are you ready to launch your career in business analysis and make a real impact? A forward-thinking organisation is seeking a Junior Business Analyst to support enterprise performance initiatives, system integration, and process...

Senior Software Developer

Job Purpose Our client is modernising financial access for South Africa's underserved market. As a Senior Software Developer, you'll design, architect, and build scalable fintech solutions that make credit simpler, faster, and more responsible. You'll work across the...

Data Analyst

Key Responsibilities:Translate raw data into clear business insights and visualizations.Apply telecommunications/NOC knowledge (fault management, SLA adherence, MTTR).Solve operational problems using quantitative analysis.Automate reporting and streamline data...

Senior Software Developer – Gauteng Rosebank

Job Purpose Our client is modernising financial access for South Africa's underserved market. As a Senior Software Developer, you'll design, architect, and build scalable fintech solutions that make credit simpler, faster, and more responsible. You'll work across the...

Data Analyst – Gauteng Braamfontein

Key Responsibilities:Translate raw data into clear business insights and visualizations.Apply telecommunications/NOC knowledge (fault management, SLA adherence, MTTR).Solve operational problems using quantitative analysis.Automate reporting and streamline data...

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