Data breaches continue to hit SA users
Surfshark’s quarterly analysis of global data breaches shows that South Africa ranks as the 42nd most breached country in Q1 2026, with 212 700 leaked accounts. Globally, a total of 210.3 million accounts were breached, with the US ranking first and amounting to 29%...
Supply shock hits IT distribution
IT distribution across the Gulf has come under significant pressure, with geopolitical disruption and supply chain constraints driving a sharp decline in revenues, particularly in the UAE. Findings from Context’s latest ‘META report’ (Middle East Turkey and Africa)...
PayInc Economic Index holds encouraging signs for the economy
After six months of consecutive gains, the PayInc Economic Index, measuring the value of all electronic transactions processed through PayInc, levelled off in November 2025 but stayed higher than a year ago. Continued resilience and improving economic indicators point...
CEOs expect business to improve in 2026
The C-suite is entering 2026 with bolstered confidence - 95% of CEOs are optimistic about next year and 84% expect global economic conditions to improve, according to International Workplace Group’s (IWG) latest State of the C-Suite report. This rising optimism is...
Electric vehicles on the charge in 2026
In 2026, 116-million electric vehicles (EVs) – cars, buses, vans, and heavy trucks – are forecast to be on the road, according to Gartner. “Despite the US government introducing tariffs on vehicle imports and many governments removing the subsidies and incentives for...
Thinkst Applied Research takes over Computer Olympiad
The Institute of Information Technology Professionals South Africa (IITPSA) has finalised the sale of the long-running Computer Olympiad programme to Thinkst Applied Research, the company behind the internationally recognised Thinkst Canary. The sale includes all...
Has SA turned a corner in new-vehicle sales?
As South Africa navigates a shifting and often unpredictable economic landscape, the National Automobile Dealers’ Association (NADA) says there are growing signs of improvement that could support increased confidence across the new-vehicle market - even as several...
If it sounds too good to be true … it is!
It started with a bright pink advert on social media: “Limited offer! Get yours today!”. Sam clicked through, paid via a QR code, and watched happily as the tracker showed his “shipment” moving. Then the parcel never arrived. His messages went unanswered and the...
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...
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How to build a safer online world for our children
As South Africa commemorates 30 years of democracy, this year's Youth Day and Youth Month revolve around the theme of "Actively embracing the socioeconomic gains of our democracy". This milestone signifies not only a celebration of progress but also a reflection of...
These are the key pillars of a sustainable IT strategy
In early 2024, the global landscape is defined by two sides of the same coin - the challenge of delivering a cleaner, greener planet and the opportunity this represents for our collective future. And, while technology is the key that can unlock this transformational...
Why aren’t we actively pursuing satellite connectivity?
Since it became available to the public in the 1990s, the internet has revolutionised daily life - so much so that today you need the internet to do everything from watching TV to making a phone call. By Richard Firth, CEO of MIP Holdings According to data from the...
Innovative solutions needed for Africa’s SIM card problem
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Huawei Seeds for the Future programme opens applications for 2024
Seeds for the Future, Huawei's CSR flagship programme is now open for 2024 applications in South Africa. The annual programme provides training opportunities for outstanding students, including a cross-cultural exchange and advanced training in technologies such as...
Vertiv and Ballard announce strategic technology partnership
Vertiv and PEM fuel cell market supplier Ballard Power Systems have entered into a strategic technology partnership with a focus on backup power applications for data centres and critical infrastructures, scalable from 200kW to multiple MWs. Collaborating to...
Closing the cybersecurity gender gap will help to combat emerging threats
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Protect brand reputation with responsible electronics disposal
Brand protection through responsible recycling goes beyond mere compliance and environmental stewardship. It involves preserving a brand's integrity by preventing defective or obsolete products from re-entering the market. This is particularly crucial for products...
For SMEs, culture trumps strategy when it comes to ESG
While the ESG (environment, social and governance) framework has to date been primarily a concern for larger enterprises, it is fast becoming an important consideration for SMEs as well. The shift is driven by global business climates, as well as today's consumers,...
Maximise your solar panel performance for winter
As South Africans transition into the colder months, so too do their energy needs and consumption patterns - as well as their solar panel efficiency. "The change in weather, specifically the length of day in winter versus summer, has a direct impact on your solar...
Senior Business Analyst (12 month fixed term contract) – Remote Remote
A well-established financial services business is seeking to appoint a Senior Business Analyst for a 12-month fixed term contractThe incumbent will investigate, document, and implement technology systems relating to Accessing Funding, ensuring access to capability,...
Project Manager IT at QES – Western Cape Kuils River
My client based in Cape Town (North) is currently looking for a Project Manager to join them on an independent contract basis 3 Day in office hybrid model / Cape Town based / Seeking a delivery-focused Project Manager to support and drive customer-facing financial...
.Net Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
Role OverviewWe are seeking an experienced .NET Engineer to join the Retail Saving Business project, where you will design, build, and maintain secure, high-performance, and scalable applications supporting core retail savings operations. The ideal candidate will have...
Data Architect at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
We are seeking a highly experienced Data Architect with strong expertise in Azure, .NET/C#, modern data warehousing, and distributed data processing. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing scalable data architectures, data models, and end-to-end data...
Senior Developer / Solution Architect
Are you ready to shape the future of businesses with innovative ERP solutions? Join a hybrid team at a leading Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) consulting and technology company!Lead a small development team and support the design, integration, and implementation of...
SAP Functional Consultant (Advanced) 1706
Interface Monitoring: IDOC and RFC's processing.Receiving, troubleshooting, resolving and closing Operational and Maintenance tickets within defined SLA's (Service Level Agreements).Create and maintain Solution Guides.Ensure Knowledge Transfer within team.Interaction...
Systems Administrator
RoleOur client is searching for a Systems Administrator to take care of their physical infrastructure, both on-site and remote, which consists of servers, access points, routers and other equipment, as well as systemaccounts and server software....
Data Engineer (Private Lending) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
We're hiring an experienced Azure Data Engineer to design, build, and scale our next-generation data platform for private lending. You'll own robust ETL/ELT pipelines using Azure Data Factory, Databricks (Delta Lake), Synapse Analytics, and ADLS Gen2—integrating...
Senior Developer / Solution Architect – Gauteng Johannesburg North
Are you ready to shape the future of businesses with innovative ERP solutions? Join a hybrid team at a leading Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) consulting and technology company!Lead a small development team and support the design, integration, and implementation of...
SAP Functional Consultant (Advanced) 1706 – Gauteng Pretoria
Interface Monitoring: IDOC and RFC's processing.Receiving, troubleshooting, resolving and closing Operational and Maintenance tickets within defined SLA's (Service Level Agreements).Create and maintain Solution Guides.Ensure Knowledge Transfer within team.Interaction...
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