Robust growth for SA retail
South African retail sales value and volume saw robust growth in the third quarter of 2025, according to the latest NielsenIQ (NIQ) South Africa State of the Retail Nation analysis. South African consumers spent nearly R167,5-billion on fast-moving consumer goods...
ITU sets path for digital inclusion
Member states of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) agreed on a roadmap to bring connectivity to everyone around the world as the World Telecommunication Development Conference (WTDC-25) closed in Baku, Azerbaijan. The Baku Action Plan agreed at WTDC-25...
Developing countries urged to add more value
The world still has a long way to go in breaking commodity dependence, a situation where a country makes more than 60% of its merchandise export earnings from commodities. Such goods can be broadly categorised into three categories: energy, mining and agriculture – be...
Saffers embrace tech as a tool for progress
South Africans are not just keeping pace with global tech trends, they’re embracing them with confidence. According to the latest YouGov Profiles data, analysed by consumer insights agency KLA, South Africans have shown consistently positive attitudes toward emerging...
ICT leads SA’s record VC sector
Despite global economic uncertainties and constrained exit environments, Southern Africa’s venture capital (VC) sector closed off 2024 with a record R13,35-billion in active investments across 1 325 deals, up 24% year-on-year. These results were unveiled in the 2025...
UCT breakthrough transforms brain injury treatment
Research by University of Cape Town’s (UCT) paediatric neurosurgeon Professor Anthony Figaji – who has been awarded the Harry Oppenheimer Fellowship – has the potential to transform the global understanding and treatment of brain injury. Professor Figaji was awarded...
Edge data centre market to reach $109,91bn
The global edge data centre market size is estimated to reach $109,91-billion by 2033, registering a CAGR of 28,9% from 2025 to 2033, according to a new report by Grand View Research. Increasing adoption of Internet of things across various end-use industries, the...
Registration open for Capture the Flag competition
Kaspersky has opened registration for its new Kaspersky{CTF} Capture the Flag competition, inviting academic and corporate teams from around the globe to compete in a battle of skill, strategy and innovation. The competition will run in five regional streams, with...
Tech brands are top phishing targets
Microsoft retained its position as the most targeted brand in the second quarter of 2025, appearing in 25% of all phishing attempts. This is according to the latest Brand Phishing Ranking for Q2 2025 from Check Point Research (CPR), outlining the brands most...
Urgent action needed to stem R5,3bn in telecom fraud
Telecom fraud is costing South Africa an estimated R5,3-billion every year – and urgent national action needs to be taken. This is the headline finding from the 2025 Sector Report released today by the Communication Risk Information Centre (COMRiC), which paints a...
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New tech helps consumers select top estate agents
BestAgent.co.za, a recently-launched online platform, is offering property buyers and sellers a new way to decide on the best agent to use by introducing innovative technology that transforms how they navigate the real estate industry. In a market with more than 45...
Bolt upgrades driver safety with rider verification
Bolt is testing its new rider verification feature to upgrade driver safety, and in-app feature that implements a stringent verification process for new riders joining the Bolt platform. New riders to the platform will be asked to take a selfie before they are able to...
Cyber insurance won’t get your stolen data back
With the rampant rise in ransomware incidents, the likelihood of an organisation being successfully breached is now extremely high. As a result, many businesses have explored the option of cyber insurance in an effort to mitigate the risk. By Simeon Tassev, MD and QSA...
Creating a successful cloud readiness roadmap
South African businesses are feeling the economic pinch, and the picture looks much the same the world over as global growth forecasts slow. One of the ways businesses are winning some financial ground, is by moving to the cloud. In its latest Cloud Business Survey,...
Cybersecurity tips for kids and parents for a safe festive season
While parents and schools have measures in place to keep children safe at school, on the playground and at home, it's important to remember cybercriminals don't take a break during weekends and school holidays, writes Carey van Vlaanderen, CEO of ESET South Africa....
Nokia, Orange set record with 800Gbps transmission trial
Nokia and Orange have announced the successful completion of a record 800Gbps per wavelength transmission over Orange's award-winning 6 600km Dunant transatlantic route using the Nokia PSE-6s super coherent optics productised in the Nokia 1830 Photonic Services...
Yoco, MediaTek collaborate on easy payment acceptance for businesses
Yoco has collaborated with MediaTek to create fast, easy-to-use card machines for small businesses in Africa. The new Yoco Neo Touch range is powered by MediaTek Genio series of chipsets - Internet of Things (IoT) platforms. The Yoco Neo Touch card machine connects to...
Nutanix powers 24-hour BYOC gaming at rAge
Nutanix will again run the bring-your-own-computer/console (BYOC) LAN at rAge this weekend. The Nutanix team and the rAge IT crew have laid over 7km of network wiring and 1km of electrical wiring to establish a custom power distribution system alongside a backup...
Ensure ERP software is secure in the wake of sophisticated cyberattacks
There's no question about technology's role in driving business evolution and revolution, but it also creates new layers of cyber-threats to organisations. By Marius Wessels, manager: professional services at Syspro Africa New technologies are driving up cybercrimes,...
MTN Business awards Kevinot Farming
MTN Business has announced Kevinot Farming from Matatiele in the Eastern Cape as the winner of its SME JumpStarter campaign. The strategic initiative, aligned with MTN's Ambition 2025, aims to empower and recognise the growth and success of small and medium-sized...
Senior Microsoft Engineer
Lead cutting-edge Microsoft infrastructure projects across hybrid environments!Is this you? You're a strategic thinker and natural problem-solver with a passion for stability, security, and automation. You thrive in complex environments and enjoy collaborating across...
Senior Functional Analyst at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically proficient Functional Analyst to support the optimization, configuration, and delivery of IT systems across our retail business. The successful candidate will work closely with business stakeholders, IT teams, and...
Junior Data Analyst
Our client is looking for a Junior Data Analyst Hybrid based in JHB Key Requirements 3 years' experience.BSc/ BTech/ [URL Removed]BAUData SupportBI/ETL FunctionsAzure Data FactorySQL/ Relational databaseAzure EcosystemITIL FrameworkShould you meet the requirements for...
Senior Microsoft Engineer – Gauteng Roodepoort
Lead cutting-edge Microsoft infrastructure projects across hybrid environments!Is this you? You're a strategic thinker and natural problem-solver with a passion for stability, security, and automation. You thrive in complex environments and enjoy collaborating across...
Senior Functional Analyst at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically proficient Functional Analyst to support the optimization, configuration, and delivery of IT systems across our retail business. The successful candidate will work closely with business stakeholders, IT teams, and...
Junior Data Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Our client is looking for a Junior Data Analyst Hybrid based in JHB Key Requirements 3 years' experience.BSc/ BTech/ [URL Removed]BAUData SupportBI/ETL FunctionsAzure Data FactorySQL/ Relational databaseAzure EcosystemITIL FrameworkShould you meet the requirements for...
IT Project Manager
We're hiring on behalf of our client, who is seeking the services of an experienced IT Project Manager on a contract basis to lead critical IT initiatives. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled Project Manager to take full ownership of...
Enterprise Infrastructure Architect at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Join the Tech Revolution as an Enterprise Infrastructure Architect!Location: Randfontein (Hybrid – Work Hard, Play Smart!)Travel: Pack your bags – some travel is part of the adventure!Work Vibes: Hybrid – the best of both worlds! Are You Ready to Shape the Future of...
IT Project Manager – Western Cape Cape Town Region
We're hiring on behalf of our client, who is seeking the services of an experienced IT Project Manager on a contract basis to lead critical IT initiatives. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled Project Manager to take full ownership of...
Enterprise Infrastructure Architect at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Randfontein
Join the Tech Revolution as an Enterprise Infrastructure Architect!Location: Randfontein (Hybrid – Work Hard, Play Smart!)Travel: Pack your bags – some travel is part of the adventure!Work Vibes: Hybrid – the best of both worlds! Are You Ready to Shape the Future of...
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