Enterprise AI is at a critical tipping point

Kathy Gibson reports - We are at a critical moment in the race for enterprise artificial intelligence (AI) – winning is no longer about who adopts AI, but who scales safely, efficiently and with business impact. This is the headline finding from IDC’s CIO Playbook, a...

The AI model that found 370 exoplanets is expanding its reach

Scientists have discovered more than 6 000 planets that orbit stars other than our Sun, known as exoplanets. More than half of these planets were discovered thanks to data from NASA’s retired Kepler mission and NASA’s current TESS (Transiting Exoplanet Survey...

SA poised for recovery as purchasing power improves

South Africa’s economy is expected to expand by 1,2% in 2026, with growth momentum expected to strengthen thanks to resilient consumer demand and infrastructure investment. This is according to the Economic Outlook 2026 released by the Mastercard Economics Institute...

AIoT drives transformation in manufacturing and energy

AIoT, the convergence of artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things, is enhancing efficiency, security and decision-making at manufacturing, industrial and energy companies worldwide. Key findings from the IDC InfoBrief, How AIoT Is Reshaping Industrial...

NYDA and NSFAS in strategic partnership

The National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) has announced a new strategic partnership with the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS). This collaboration, formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), marks a significant commitment to expanding...

Openserve connects SATA to the World Broadband Association

Telkom fibre provider Openserve has successfully facilitated the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the Southern Africa Telecommunication Association (SATA) and the World Broadband Association (WBBA). Beauty Apleni, the current chair of SATA and...

Tariffs push enterprise IT to cloud, AI-driven DX

The US administration’s tariff policies are reshaping global trade dynamics, triggering uncertainty across industries. For the IT services market, this means supply chain disruptions, delayed hardware projects, and cautious enterprise spending. However, amid...

NFC tags pose smartphone risks

More shoppers than ever are using their mobile phone’s electronic wallet as a contactless payment system when buying items, replacing credit cards or electronic ticket smart cards. Smartphones increasingly rely on near field communication (NFC) technology for...

Digitalisation, automation key to boosting air cargo efficiency

Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) is driving forward the agenda of digitalisation and automation in air cargo, calling for streamlined trade processes and smarter infrastructure to enhance global efficiency and competitiveness. This is the word from ACSA CEO Mpumi...

Data centre construction market to hit $456,5bn by 2030

The global data centre construction market size is anticipated to reach $456,5-billion in 2030 and is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 11,8% from 2025 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The market growth is fueled by the increasing demand for...

Cameras help to drive down crime in Hatfield

Vumacam, in conjunction with the Hatfield City Improvement District (CID) in Tshwane, has demonstrated significant steps towards bolstering community safety and security in the area since the partnership began in May 2024. During this time Vumacam has assumed full...

Tariffs drive surge in Q1 PC shipments

Worldwide PC shipments totaled 59 million units in the first quarter of 2025, a 4,8% increase from the first quarter of 2024, according to preliminary results by Gartner. US PC shipments grew 12,6%, reaching 16-million units in the first quarter of 2025. “The growth...

Trade tension skews smartphone shipments

Global smartphone shipments increased 1,5% year-over-year (YoY) to 304,9-million units in the first quarter of 2025 (1Q25), according to preliminary data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker. The smartphone market...

Hisense SA launches locally-manufactured TV 

Hisense SA has launched its high-end CanvasTV which is manufactured in South Africa. The CanvasTV range is produced at Hisense SA’s facility in Atlantis, in the Western Cape. The product is available in 55-inch and 65-inch models (55S7N and 65S7N), with a recommended...

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Simply generating a conversation around competitive gaming can help your school get on track to be a game-changer, but make sure to set out a strategy and get buy-in from stakeholders. By Chris Buchanan, client solutions director at Dell Technologies South Africa As...

Frogfoot acquires part of Surf4Life network

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Vodacom invests R1bn in KZN

Vodacom KwaZulu-Natal is investing over R1- billion this financial year into the region's network to increase capacity and resilience and accelerate access to connectivity throughout the province, particularly in deep rural areas. "In pursuing our aim of creating an...

A multi-level approach to the growing skills gap

In the South African context, skills development is frequently centred around the youth and acquiring entry-level skills to improve employment prospects. However, the truth is that there is a significant shortage of skills in the mid to high-level positions,...

Embrace change and the power of innovation

One thing is certain, uncertainty and change are the new norms in business. From economic upheaval and technological advancements to global health crises and environmental challenges, companies face a multitude of factors that can disrupt even the most...

How to mitigate rising African cyber incidents

There's no question that African businesses are being increasingly targeted by cyberattacks, with ransomware, spyware and backdoor incidents, as well as data leaks, becoming ever more prevalent. By Brian Smith, business unit manager at Datacentrix One such recent...

Enhance institutional trust with intelligent risk and compliance

The need for institutional trust has never been greater given how quickly the regulatory landscape is changing. Implementing robust governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC) programmes can significantly help to create this trust. Beyond this, global analytics...

NEC XON achieves Cisco Gold Partner Status in SA

NEC XON has attained Cisco Gold Partner status in South Africa. Wally Beelders, NEC XON executive: communications solutions, comments: "Our parent company, NEC Corporation, has held Cisco Gold Partner status for over 20 years, showcasing its dedication to Cisco...

Axiz establishes strategic presence in Madagascar

Axiz has announced its strategic entry into Madagascar, with a dedicated resource in the country. Axiz' growing marketplace in the region includes vendors such as Dell, Forcepoint, Lenovo, Microsoft, Oracle, Pure Storage, Veeam and VMware. Dhiren Bisnathsing, regional...

Red Hat and Oracle expand collaboration

Red Hat and Oracle have expanded their alliance to offer customers a greater choice in deploying applications on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI). As part of the expanded collaboration, Red Hat OpenShift will be supported and certified to run on OCI. Red Hat...

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Junior Project Manager

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BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE DEVELOPER (24 MONTHS) – Gauteng Pretoria CBD

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Mainframe IDMS Database Administrator – Remote Remote

Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Mainframe IDMS Database Administrator (DBA) to join our financial services client based in Sandton for a 12-months contract...

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