A familiar face takes the reins at Tarsus

By Mark Davison - After months of speculation, Alviva Holdings – parent company of Tarsus Distribution – has announced a new, permanent CEO for one of South Africa’s oldest and leading distributors. Thibault Dousson, currently director of Lenovo’s Solution and...

European orbiter detects hints of volcanic activity on Mars

New evidence from gas seeping above volcanic rifts suggests Mars is not geologically dead deep inside, but merely sleeping. Fresh fissures along the Alba Mons region hint at active spots under the surface, where gases from inside the planet may be making their way up...

NASA experiments with drones for planetary landings

NASA successfully demonstrated technology designed to help spacecraft autonomously navigate to safe landing sites on the Moon and on other planets. An Alta-X drone equipped with the agency’s Safe and Precise Landing – Integrated Capabilities Evolution (SPLICE)...

Turn vision into reality with the right AI strategy

Kathy Gibson reports from Dell Technologies Forum in Johannesburg - Today's leaders aren't asking whether to adopt AI, they're asking how to turn it into outcomes the business can see. And South African companies can no longer afford to take a wait-and-see attitude to...

Geopolitics creates inflationary pressures for SA

As the Middle East moves towards a fragile lull in hostilities, the economic shock caused by the conflict – supply chains perturbation, inflation etc - is already spreading to the global economy with oil-importing economies such as South Africa particularly exposed to...

What businesses must do about AARTO

The Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (AARTO) Act officially came into force in 62 municipalities on 1 July, and will extend to a further 151 municipalities later this year. The demerit point system will follow in 2027. For businesses operating...

Competition aims to turn waste into opportunity

South Africa generates between 110-million tonnes to 125-million tonnes of waste annually, of which 2,5-million tonnes is plastic waste. Just 10% of this is recycled or recovered, while the country’s plastic waste consumption annually is almost double the global...

ERP software market on growth trajectory

The global ERP software market  is estimated to reach $157,07-billion by 2033, registering a CAGR of 9,5% from 2026 to 2033, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The growing application of ERP software in the retail, banking, utility, healthcare, and...

Calls for increased VAT threshold aim to unlock SME growth

As South Africa prepares for the 2026 National Budget Speech, SME funder Lula has renewed its call for critical tax reforms after first engaging the National Treasury on this call in 2025. The funder specifically proposes an increase in the compulsory VAT registration...

AI in robotics to hit $182,7-bn by 2033

The global artificial intelligence in robotics market size is estimated to reach $182,7-billion by 2030, expanding at a CAGR of 32% from 2026 to 2033, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The increasing adoption of AI-powered robotics is driven by the...

Hubble Telescope identifies one of the darkest known galaxies

In the vast tapestry of the universe, most galaxies shine brightly across cosmic time and space. Yet a rare class of galaxies remains nearly invisible - low-surface-brightness galaxies dominated by dark matter and containing only a sparse scattering of faint stars....

RenEngine loader found in pirated games and software

Kaspersky Threat Research has revealed its analysis of RenEngine, a malware loader that has recently gained public attention. Kaspersky identified RenEngine samples as early as March 2025, with its solutions already protecting users from the threat at that time....

$29,5trn in mineral wealth poised to boost African jobs

Africa’s mining sector maintains its role as a key contributor of employment creation, fuelled by rising global demand for critical minerals. According to the Compendium of Africa’s Strategic Minerals 2026, released last week by the Africa Finance Corporation (AFC),...

‘Random acts of AI’ are costing companies millions

Across South Africa, boardrooms are buzzing with conversations about artificial intelligence (AI), automation and digital transformation. By Dewald Lindeque, business development director at Moyo Budgets are being approved. Pilots are being launched. Vendors are...

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WomHub, Visa Foundation support women-led STEM businesses

WomHub has announce a partnership with Visa Foundation to launch the "STEM is Everywhere" programme, an incubator designed to empower and support early-stage female founders in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mining and Manufacturing) businesses across South...

Minibus taxi industry in digital transformation

SA Taxi, a cornerstone in financing minibus taxis and fostering entrepreneurship in South Africa, has embarked on a transformative journey with Lenovo to bolster its custom-designed app solutions and data analytics frameworks. This partnership aims to not only...

Experiential tech training is key to inclusivity

Providing South Africa's youth with experiential training in a live tech environment gives them the ability to contribute to the workplace, adding to its diversity as well as helping improve profitability, writes Jessica Hawkey, MD of redAcademy. While there is no...

eSIM takes centre stage in next-gen laptops

Users expect several things from our devices. They want them to be fast, powerful, and run the software of our choice. They also want them to have reliable connectivity, whether connectiong to WiFi to be productive or remotely managing a device to update it. When...

The business case for gender equality

The global push for gender equality in the workplace has reached a pivotal moment - one that promises to accelerate progress like never before. This is according to Gugu Mjadu, executive GM: marketing at Business Partners Limited, who believes South Africa still faces...

Advanced video surveillance technology as a smart city enabler

Smart cities are increasingly becoming a focus area for governments and companies across Africa. However, the transition to these environments does not come without challenges, especially when it comes to security and resource management. By Teresa Huysamen, business...

SA is having a fintech revolution

Fintech, or financial technology, refers to the integration of technology into offerings by financial services companies to improve their use of financial services. The fintech landscape in South Africa has undergone significant transformation over the past few years,...

Interlink the supply chain with blockchain technology

Blockchain technology goes by many names; game-changer, disruptive, futuristic and impenetrable. Names all well-deserved and valid, writes y Johan Potgieter, cluster industrial software lead at Schneider Electric. Initially associated with cryptocurrency, blockchain...

Turn data into insights with AI

Data is the raw material of the generative AI age. At Dell Technologies, we understand that any successful GenAI model needs accurate data in its foundation to produce relevant output. Just as chemists work to turn basic elements into something new, organisations are...

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The technical Analyst will work closely with business analysts and support development by doing system analysis on incidents, problems, and IT projects.Key responsibilitiesTechnical Facilitate development for technical requirements using relevant framework and...

Business / System Analyst at Reverside

Reverside is a leading IT services provider delivering high-quality Software Development, IT Resourcing, Digital Transformation, and Systems Support solutions. We partner with clients across industries to analyze, design, and implement technology solutions that drive...

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Junior Business Analyst – Gauteng Midrand

The successful candidate will be function as the link between business objectives and technology development capabilities. The candidate will primarily be involved in the analysis and support of functionality.Responsibilities:Develop business requirement...

Web Technical analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg

The technical Analyst will work closely with business analysts and support development by doing system analysis on incidents, problems, and IT projects.Key responsibilitiesTechnical Facilitate development for technical requirements using relevant framework and...

Business / System Analyst at Reverside – Gauteng Pretoria

Reverside is a leading IT services provider delivering high-quality Software Development, IT Resourcing, Digital Transformation, and Systems Support solutions. We partner with clients across industries to analyze, design, and implement technology solutions that drive...

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SAP ERP Functional Specialist at Datonomy Solutions

We are seeking a hands-on SAP ERP Functional Specialist with strong experience in SAP MM (Materials Management) and SD (Sales & Distribution) within a retail environment.This role sits at the intersection of core ERP and digital commerce, ensuring SAP supports...

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A unique opportunity to join a JSE-listed financial organisation that continually delivers excellent results and growth that exceeds all competitors in the market. Become part of a team working on Key projects in the organisation in Partnership with business...

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