Study uncovers hidden human cost of online gambling

Nearly three quarters (72%) of South African online gamblers describe themselves as being in control of their gambling – but a new study indicates that the reality might be very different. A national study by Yazi reveals a more troubling reality beneath the...

These are the pioneers building next-era AI infrastructure

The World Economic Forum has announced its 2026 Technology Pioneers cohort, recognising 100 early-stage companies from 23 countries that are developing breakthrough technologies with the potential to transform industries and societies. The cohort reflects the growing...

Access to capital a persistent barrier for SA’s young entrepreneurs

South Africa’s youth unemployment crisis continues to deepen as reflected in Stats SA’s latest Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS). The data shows that 258 000 South Africans under the age of 34 lost their jobs in the first quarter of 2026, underscoring the growing...

Is Asia tech rout the first real ‘macro shock’ of the AI era?

The massive sell-off sweeping through Asia’s technology sector marks “the first real macro shock of the AI era” and exposes just how dependent global markets have become on a single investment theme, warns Nigel Green, CEO of financial advisors, deVere Group. The...

How long can the gold rally last?

Gold – which has jumped around 15% this year – is on an impressive run, but there are legitimate concerns about whether the momentum can last much longer. The warning from Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group, comes as the precious metal hits $5 500 this week amid...

Step out for Flip Flop Day 2026

South Africans are encouraged to put their best foot forward for children and adolescents diagnosed with cancer as Flip Flop Day 2026 returns on Friday, 20 February 2026. Led by CHOC Childhood Cancer Foundation South Africa, Flip Flop Day is a national fundraising and...

Chinese automakers reshaping SA’s used car market

Once the underdogs of the automotive world, Chinese automakers have proven themselves to be a force to be reckoned with - giving many established players in South Africa’s car market cause for concern. New car sales for Chinese brands have skyrocketed, and the same...

Cable cuts result in Azure network latency

Microsoft Azure users might experience delays due to cable cuts in the Red Sea. Microsoft states that, starting yesterday (6 September 2025), network traffic traversing through the Middle East may experience increased latency due to undersea fiber cuts in the Red Sea....

Elon Musk on track to become world’s first trillionaire

Billionaire Elon Musk could soon become a trillionaire. A new pay package being proposed by the Tesla board could make boost its CEO’s net worth – already an impressive $400-billion – to over $1-trillion. There is a caveat, though: the payday depend on Tesla meeting...

Chandra observes a star’s inner conflict before it explodes

The inside of a star turned on itself before it spectacularly exploded, according to a new study from NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory. Today, this shattered star, known as the Cassiopeia A supernova remnant, is one of the best-known, well-studied objects in the sky....

Consumers distrust AI-powered search results

A significant 53% of consumers distrust or have a lack of confidence in the reliability and impartiality of AI search and summaries, according to a survey by Gartner. This concern is reflected in user frustration, with 41% of consumers reporting that generative AI...

AI orchestration meets real-world zero-day exploits

A recent executive insight blog examined the idea of a “brain” behind next-generation cyberattacks: an orchestration and abstraction layer coordinating large numbers of specialised AI agents to launch complex operations at scale. That architecture was already...

Vumacam takes to the skies

Vumacam is partnering with Drone Force to step up crime prevention and monitoring in South Africa. Drone Force deploys CAA-compliant unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) housed in docking stations that enable remote operation. These “drone-in-a-box” solutions can launch,...

The looming threat of Web session hijacking

A new Kaspersky report reveals that 87% of randomly surveyed websites display cookie notifications - yet most users remain unaware of the serious threats posed by these small data files. Cookies are text files stored by browsers to enhance website functionality and...

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Culture change the missing link for successful BI implementation

Corporate culture, an overarching term for the shared practices and values of a company's employees, guides how the employees of a company act, feel, and think. It is also the social and psychological environment of an organisation that symbolises the unique...

Shift to cloud-based ERP transforms the manufacturing landscape

In today's dynamic manufacturing landscape, the imperative of digital transformation resonates louder than ever. Yet, amidst the myriad priorities vying for attention, the migration to cloud-based Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) often remains relegated to the...

How the digital revolution is impacting the way we study

The landscape of higher education is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by the relentless advances in technology. Educational technology, often referred to as edtech, has become a powerful force reshaping traditional approaches to teaching and learning in...

A quick guide to the FIC Act

As is generally the case with new legislation, most businesses will only take it seriously once an inspector comes knocking. This should not be the case. Although the FIC Act (FICA) was created to prevent financial crime, following the guidelines set out in the Act...

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,...

Mid-Senior Level Desktop Support Engineer

Mid-Senior Level Desktop Support EngineerA professional and established managed IT solutions partner, based in Sandton, is seeking a skilled and organized Mid-Senior Level Desktop Support Engineer to join its technical support team. We deliver comprehensive,...

Senior Business Analyst at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

About the Role:As a Senior Business Analyst, you will play a key role in designing, optimizing, and implementing complex business processes within the Sales Offer and Contracting (SOCo) environment. SOCo provides an intuitive, omnichannel vehicle sales and contract...

Mid-Senior Level Desktop Support Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg

Mid-Senior Level Desktop Support EngineerA professional and established managed IT solutions partner, based in Sandton, is seeking a skilled and organized Mid-Senior Level Desktop Support Engineer to join its technical support team. We deliver comprehensive,...

Business Analyst

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Senior Business Analyst at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

About the Hub:Join a global IT solutions hub that delivers cutting-edge digital innovations and enterprise-scale solutions for leading international clients.Our teams focus on strategic IT development, operations, and transformation across technologies such as SAP,...

Business Analyst – Remote Remote

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Senior Project Manager (App & Infrastructure)

Experience working with telecom and VoIP vendors.Coordination with vendors for installations, upgrades, and incident resolution.Working well with cross-functional teams, including specialists, BAs, business users and vendors.Well-developed organisational/documentation...

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