Municipal engineers raise red flags in local government white paper
The Institute of Municipal Engineering of Southern Africa (IMESA) has raised concerns that despite the latest rounds of consultation and some revisions, the draft White Paper on Local Government has critical gaps. Unless addressed, IMESA warns that the flawed document...
ClearScore makes Cape Town its second global tech hub
UK fintech ClearScore Group is expanding its Cape Town operations and has named the city its second major tech hub outside of London. The move marks a new chapter for the company in South Africa and reinforces the Western Cape’s growing reputation as a destination for...
Dark web attracts young job seekers
More job seekers than ever are turning to the Dark Web to find work. According to a new Kaspersky Digital Footprint Intelligence new report, Inside the dark web job market: Their talent, our threat, there was a two-fold increase in the number of résumés and jobs...
Partnering for a collective front against emerging payment fraud threats
The digitisation of payments has unlocked vast economic potential that drives growth, efficiency and inclusion. But this progress comes with new risks, writes Ursula Pearson-Williams, head of fraud intelligence at PayInc. According to Juniper Research, global online...
How leaders can plan for human-AI collaboration at work
The pervasive use of AI is forcing business and IT leaders to rethink their workforce. Executive leaders must develop four scenarios where human and AI can collaborate effectively, says Gartner. AI will indelibly alter how human workers perform work in the future,...
AI-powered threats are set to soar
AI has changed the rules of deception. What once took a skilled fraudster hours or days now takes a model seconds. Just in time for International Fraud Awareness Week 2025 on 16-22 November 2025, a new cross-industry survey of anti-fraud professionals by the...
AI reckoning will define investing in 2026
A global reset is unfolding across AI and tech markets as investors confront the limits of a model that has powered equity gains for two years. This warning from Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group, follows four sessions of heavy selling across world indices, with the...
Are you ready to take on agentic AI?
Kathy Gibson reports - Agents are the hot topic of the moment, with the potential to propel artificial intelligence (AI) to new heights as they are used to automate tasks. “This is the biggest thing I have experienced in 30 years as a consultant,” comments Sylvain...
Data, fibre deliver growth for Telkom
Telkom SA has announced that group revenue for the six months ended 30 September 2025 are up 3,4% to R22 104-million, driven by robust mobile data revenue growth (+10,3%) and fibre-related data revenue (+12.3%). Meanwhile, group data revenue is up 7,9%, contributing...
User numbers increase, but Internet disparities deepen
The world's online population grew by more than 240-million people in 2025, according to the new Facts and Figures 2025 report from the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). The new estimates confirm continuing progress in expanding digital connectivity, while...
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Google’s Hustle Academy relaunches with AI focus
Google has opened applications for the 2024 cohort of its Hustle Academy, a program dedicated to accelerating the growth of small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in sub-Saharan Africa. This year, the program introduces a significant upgrade: business-focused AI...
Braintree wins Intelligent ICT Award
Braintree has won the prestigious Intelligent ICT Award for Intelligent Cloud Solutions Provider, in recognition for its work in facilitating an ERP system upgrade for power tool distributor Stevens & Co. Despite the inherent challenges of such a significant...
Avanti Communications launches LEO services in SA
Avanti Communications has launched Low-Earth-Orbit (LEO) satellite connectivity services in South Africa. Avanti has partnered with Q-KON, a leading satellite engineering enterprise for southern Africa, to deliver seamless LEO connectivity from Eutelsat OneWeb. The...
First Distribution and Druva – Fully managed data security across enterprise, cloud, SaaS, and end user
In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, safeguarding data resilience has become a top priority for CIOs worldwide, with concerns escalating about cyber threats, exfiltration risks, and privacy breaches. In response to these challenges, First Distribution and Druva...
Why we need diverse thinking in the age of AI
Great minds do think alike, but too many homogeneous minds can create hive thinking, which is something we need to move away from as a society. By James Fisher, chief strategy officer at Qlik Social media is a good example of this: it has created an intellectual...
Competitive edge in the age of GenAI lies in rapid skilling
South African organisations are faced with hard-hitting challenges such as loadshedding, high unemployment level, slow economic growth, soaring inflation rate, constant technological shifts, and the changing world of work - to mention a few. These challenges will...
AI can help fill technology training gaps
Upskilling staff with AI skills is no longer something that's 'nice to have', rather, it's now imperative. Workforce and talent management will need to be top of mind for anyone who is navigating technical solutions and teams, writes Jean Van Vuuren, AVP of Hyland....
DSG teams up with Securonix
Digital Solutions Group (DSG) has announced a strategic partnership with US cybersecurity vendor Securonix. Under the terms of the partnership, DSG will provide system integration and support services to Securonix through its digital resilience division, enabling...
#ForeverWena debuts WhatsApp chatbot
In the ongoing fight against HIV/AIDS, technological innovation emerges as a powerful ally. #ForeverWena has launched a WhatsApp chatbot designed to increase awareness and education efforts surrounding HIV/AIDS, particularly among the youth. ForeverWena's WhatsApp...
Access Bank, Mastercard partner on cross-border payments
Access Bank Group has launched a new solution in collaboration with Mastercard to expand access to cross-border payments and remittances to and from the continent. By leveraging the network and treasury capabilities of Mastercard Move, Access Bank will offer instant,...
Test Analyst – Western Cape Bellville
My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for a Test Analyst to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Commerce, or Computer Science5+ years' experience in test analysis...
Full-Stack PHP Developer – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Full-Stack PHP Developer Join a tight-knit team building secure, scalable cloud platforms for MSPs Remote (Anywhere in South Africa), R66,000 per month, UK Hours (8 am-5 pm) About Our Client This is a small, highly technical team building modern web applications and...
Senior Business Analyst (Retail)
Purpose of the role:To deliver significant business benefits to the Group through targeted Technology and Process initiatives that are aligned with the business unit strategy and objective, the incumbent must ensure desired business outcomes are realized through...
Database Developer
The purpose of this role is to develop, maintain and test robust database solutions aligned to business and regulatory requirements.Your day-to-day will include:Analysing and interpreting business requirementsCompiling and reviewing technical design...
Business Analyst Real Estate
6 month Fixed Term Contrat - BA The Business Analyst is responsible for delivering business value through targeted technology and process initiatives aligned to business unit strategy. The role ensures business outcomes are achieved through clear requirements...
Senior Business Analyst (Retail) – KwaZulu-Natal Durban Region
Purpose of the role:To deliver significant business benefits to the Group through targeted Technology and Process initiatives that are aligned with the business unit strategy and objective, the incumbent must ensure desired business outcomes are realized through...
Database Developer – Gauteng Centurion
The purpose of this role is to develop, maintain and test robust database solutions aligned to business and regulatory requirements.Your day-to-day will include:Analysing and interpreting business requirementsCompiling and reviewing technical design...
Business Analyst Real Estate – KwaZulu-Natal Pinetown
6 month Fixed Term Contrat - BA The Business Analyst is responsible for delivering business value through targeted technology and process initiatives aligned to business unit strategy. The role ensures business outcomes are achieved through clear requirements...
Senior Infrastructure and Security Engineer at Takora
Applicants must have the following requirements: Must have a relevant tertiary IT qualification.Must have 7-10 years of experience in IT infrastructure and systems engineering.Must have enterprise infrastructure and cybersecurity experience.Experience in regulated or...
Senior Infrastructure and Security Engineer at Takora – Gauteng Pretoria Region
Applicants must have the following requirements: Must have a relevant tertiary IT qualification.Must have 7-10 years of experience in IT infrastructure and systems engineering.Must have enterprise infrastructure and cybersecurity experience.Experience in regulated or...
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