Despite perceived value, companies lag in digital workplace redesign

Eight in 10 IT decision-makers say the digital workplace is critical to successful AI-led transformation – but only 10% report fundamentally redesigning it for AI. This is among the findings from Lenovo’s sixth Work Reborn report, The AI-ready workplace, which exposes...

In the AI era, control is not enough: you have to prove it

A new report from IBM, Proof, Not Promises: The Digital Sovereignty Index, reveals an “overconfidence gap”: leaders believe they can prove sovereign control of their technology, but the evidence often falls short of the Index’s highest standards. As AI adoption...

AI set to drive a net increase in jobs by 2030

AI is expected to drive a net increase of 1,7-million jobs by 2030, according to Gartner, which says AI will create more jobs than it eliminates - generating 10,6-million new jobs, while removing 8,9-million jobs worldwide by 2030. “Organisations most advanced in AI...

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...

IBM, Red Hat, Deloitte strengthen software supply chain trust

Deloitte, IBM and Red Hat have announced a collaboration to help protect the software supply chain against increasingly automated cyber threats. Deloitte joins the initiative as an integration collaborator for Lightwell, bringing its broader secured software supply...

The Gentlemen ransomware group expands operations

New Kaspersky GReAT (Global Research and Analysis Team) research into the rapidly growing ransomware group known as The Gentlemen has showed that the attackers have evolved their tactics through new custom-built tools – a backdoor designed to facilitate information...

Global coalition tackles AI nudification tools

A growing global coalition, currently number more than 107 major organisations, has united to fight AI nudification tools. The group, which  includes  Safe Online, Child Helpline International, Offlimits, the National Centre for Missing & Exploited, We Protect,...

Malicious email attacks spike in 2025

According to Kaspersky telemetry, almost every second email – 44,99% of global traffic – was spam in 2025. Spam consists not only of unsolicited emails, but can also include various email threats such as scam, phishing and malware. In 2025, individuals and corporate...

Inaugural SA Innovation Week set for March

The Technology Innovation Agency (TIA), an entity of the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI), in partnership with the SA Innovation Summit (SAIS), will host the inaugural SA Innovation Week 2026 (SAIW’26) from 16 to 20 March 2026. The first phase...

CFOs prioritise growth functions, technology and AI

CFOs and finance leaders are making decisive shifts in 2026 budget priorities, prioritising growth-driving functions, technology and artificial intelligence (AI), according to Gartner. “Sales and IT are expected to see the largest budget increases in 2026, with over...

Whales point to easing of the Bitcoin selloff

Powerful Bitcoin holders have released $4-billion back into the cryptocurrency in what is being read as a signal that sell-off is being aggressively absorbed. This is the bullish analysis of Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group, as new on-chain data show that wallets...

Economic activity flattens, but outlook is optimistic

After ending 2025 on a strong note, the PayInc Economic Index, which reflects the value of monthly electronic transactions cleared through PayInc, moderated in January 2026. However, improving economic conditions and ongoing structural reforms continue to signal...

Global technology spending set to hit $5,6trn this year

Global technology spending is forecast to grow by 7,8% in 2026 to reach $5,6-trillion, up from $5,2-trillion in 2025. According to Forrester’s Global Tech Market Forecast, 2025 To 2030, despite US tariffs most countries will see similar economic growth in 2026...

Africa’s AI moment could be a strategic lever

A new report from the AI company SAS Institute and the Global Centre on AI Governance challenges the image of the Global South as a region that is lagging behind in AI development. Instead, the report highlights crucial opportunities for these countries to take an...

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Heidelberg Mall goes off the grid

Energy Partners (EP) has successfully delivered a 3,2MWp, 3,1MWh hybrid power project for the Futuregrowth Community Property Fund-owned Heidelberg Mall in Heidelberg, Gauteng. The project ensures 24/7 uninterrupted power, significantly reducing total electricity...

Why modern organisations need advanced endpoint security

Security technologies have come a long way from the anti-virus and firewall solutions of the past. As data grows exponentially, traditional security measures are no longer effective. David Herselman, MD of inq South Africa Artificial intelligence (AI) is playing an...

Cybersecurity fatigue a growing risk in the age of AI-driven attacks

Although the tactics and technologies cybercriminals use have evolved over the past 20 years, phishing and other social engineering attacks are nothing new. But despite the significant amounts of time and money invested in cybersecurity training and awareness,...

Esquire celebrates 25 years

Esquire Technologies will celebrate its 25th birthday on 27 July 2024, and is already sharing its cheer with reseller partners by promoting a wide range of IT and digital lifestyle products, consumer home products, and renewable energy solutions through its daily...

Diversified Computing Centres, Enabling a Green and Smart Africa

The 2024 Pan-African DataCentres Exhibition and Conference took place this week at the Sandton Convention Centre. At this gathering nearly 3,000 global data centre energy customers, as well as 120 integrators, consulting firms, and industry associations shared...

The jump, the gun and Microsoft Copilot

Companies need to adopt a project approach to the integration, application and management of Microsoft Copilot, writes Heath Huxtable, executive head at Braintree. Four hundred million paid Office 365 users. That's how many users have invested into the Microsoft...

Protect digital ID with phone number security

Phone numbers have evolved into essential identifiers, akin to personal IDs and crucial for logging into numerous online services ranging from social networks to banking apps. As such, control over these digits is pivotal, with their loss potentially leading to...

Faster, smarter, more secure connectivity gives you the edge

It is easy to take technology like connectivity for granted when everything is working as it should. By Mandy Duncan, country manager for HPE Aruba Networking South Africa However, earlier this year as companies across South Africa abruptly lost access to everything...

Use the data security tips when travelling for business

Business travellers are constantly up against threats to their data security. As cybercriminals get craftier, protecting personal and company info on the go isn't just a good idea - it's a must. Bonnie Smith, GM of FCM, shares some key tips for keeping data safe. "In...

Senior Back End Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Ready to build the invisible engine that powers thousands of developers worldwide? As a Senior Back-End Developer, you'll be part of a small, elite platform team responsible for creating secure, compliant and reusable cloud infrastructure components and reference...

Project Manager

My client based in Woodstock is currently looking for a Project Manager to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Qualifications & Experience 8+ years Project Management experience3+ years managing programmes or multiple interdependent projectsProven...

Project Manager – Western Cape Cape Town Region

My client based in Woodstock is currently looking for a Project Manager to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Qualifications & Experience 8+ years Project Management experience3+ years managing programmes or multiple interdependent projectsProven...

Data Technologist

Data Intelligence Specialist Looking to use your analytical expertise in an environment where precision, insight, and accountability matter? A reputable public-sector institution within the financial oversight and intelligence space is seeking a technically strong...

Senior Back-End Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

We are looking for a Senior Back-End Developer to design and deliver secure, compliant, and reusable cloud infrastructure components and developer enablement solutions. The successful candidate will work within a global team to build scalable platforms, improve...

SAP ABAP Developer (Senior) 3373

Based on a strong technical ABAP background, play a technical solution architect role for all change requests.Mediate between developers and functional team members and will engage directly with product owner(s) and external partner feature team(s) for the respective...

Data Technologist – Gauteng Midridge Park

Data Intelligence Specialist Looking to use your analytical expertise in an environment where precision, insight, and accountability matter? A reputable public-sector institution within the financial oversight and intelligence space is seeking a technically strong...

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