Technology, talent and trust will define the workplace in 2026

With companies increasingly prioritising their employees, they are also recognising that productivity and engagement are driven by how, when and with whom they collaborate rather than solely where they work. Organisations of all sizes are embracing flexible and hybrid...

Swift action needed to unlock AI’s $1trn opportunity for Africa

The African Development Bank has released a report establishing a strategic roadmap for unlocking the economic and social potential of artificial intelligence (AI) across Africa. Developed under the G20 Digital Transformation Working Group, Africa’s AI Productivity...

AI, geopolitics reshaping the future of global energy markets

S&P Global Energy has released its Top Trends report identifying the pivotal developments shaping clean energy technology, sustainability, and growth in global energy markets in 2026. "In 2026, AI's surging power demand growth will be testing grid limits, revenue...

Global IT market on course for its best year since 1996

Worldwide spending on IT – including hardware, software and IT services - is on course to post an increase of 14% in 2025, representing the fastest year of growth since 1996 when the launch of Windows 95, expanding PC usage and Internet adoption were the primary...

Customer details compromised in Air France breach

Air France has been the victim of a cyberattack, and some customer details have been compromised. The airline has alerted its loyalty programme members that a fraudster gained limited access to a third-party system that is used by Air France, and some personal data...

Kaspersky partners with rugby players

Kaspersky has kicked off an ambassador campaign in South Africa by teaming up with rugby players Pieter-Steph Du Toit and RG Snyman. Titled Safer Together, the six-month exclusive partnership between Kaspersky and these South African rugby players aims to increase...

SideWinder APT pivots to nuclear infrastructure targets

Kaspersky researchers have tracked a shift in focus for the advanced persistent threat (APT) group SideWinder toward nuclear power facilities in South Asia, marking a significant escalation in targeted espionage. The threat actor has simultaneously expanded operations...

Cloud-friendly network security solutions up by 18%

The Network Security market rebounded significantly in 4Q 2024, growing 9% year-over-year (Y/Y), according to a new Dell’Oro report. For 2024, the market eclipsed $24-billion, with SaaS and virtual-based solutions achieving robust 18% growth, offsetting a 2% decline...

VAT increase could impact cross-border trade

The announcement of plans to increase the VAT rate to 16% by 2026/27, combined with no inflationary adjustment to income tax brackets, could have a dual effect on cross-border trade. Cross-border payments service provider Verto highlights that this could increase the...

Gradual rebound on the cards for SA economy

The global economy has managed admirably through a series of shocks over the past few years – but 2025 is likely to be defined by shifts in monetary and fiscal policy and a move toward equilibrium rates for growth and inflation. These are the headline findings from...

Global energy industry at a crossroads

The global energy transition is facing major challenges, which are unfolding differently in different parts of the world. S&P Global has launched "Look Forward: Energy at the Crossroads," the latest edition of its Look Forward research series, reports that take a...

GenAI is changing the SA job market

The rise of generative AI (GenAI) is shaking up workplaces around the world, and South Africa is no exception. As businesses adapt to new ways of working, job seekers are rethinking their careers, upskilling and negotiating better opportunities. Pnet’s whitepaper,...

These are 2025’s top trends in data and analytics

Gartner has identified the top data and analytics (D&A) trends for 2025 that are driving the emergence of a wide range of challenges, including organizational and human issues. “D&A is going from the domain of the few, to ubiquity,” says Gareth Herschel,...

Slow but steady growth for security appliances

According to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Security Appliance Tracker, total market revenue in the security appliances market remained stable, posting a 1,5% growth in the fourth quarter of 2024 (4Q24) and reaching $5,1-billion - an...

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What works, what doesn’t in cybersecurity training

Despite technological advances in cybersecurity, humans remain the weakest link in companies' security strategies - and social media isn't helping. Tony Walt, co-founder and director at Port443, comments: "Staff training is essential for cultivating cybersecurity...

Tackle payment fraud head-on in mining and construction

As one of the top 10 mining countries in the world, South Africa's economy relies heavily on this industry as well as those closely related to it, such as construction. Yet this also makes these industries attractive targets for cyber criminals. The mining industry is...

Shift focus to delivering value to clients

Businesses today are too preoccupied with measuring workplace productivity by managing people's time and evaluating their performance. However, this fixation often detracts from understanding customer needs and delivering quality outcomes. Coach and trainer, Mike...

InterSystems provides guide for health IT leaders

To support and educate healthcare CIOs and IT leaders in addressing their industry-specific challenges, InterSystems has defined the pros and cons of traditional on-premises solutions versus cloud-based offerings. Packaged in an insightful decision-making tool,...

ESG helps drive business success and environmental stewardship

The current business landscape proves that harnessing the power of data is essential not only for driving success but also for promoting sustainable practices and positively impacting the planet. Dean Wolson, country manager: Lenovo Infrastructure Group South Africa...

Keep the lights on even in a total blackout

South Africa experienced a staggering 173 days of loadshedding between January and June 2023, testing the capacity of businesses and organisations to keep the lights on to the limits. By Bertrandt Delport, country host of BT South Africa The South African Reserve Bank...

Secure backup strategies imperative for business continuity

In the Middle East and Africa, only 14% of organisations experienced no ransomware attacks in 2022, according to the Veeam Data Protection Trends Report 2023. This is evidence that cybercrime is on the rise and businesses need to adjust how they manage their data to...

Plan to use AI? Get your data ready

The age of artificial intelligence is here. Many organisations leverage AI for planning and reporting functions such as business intelligence. Yet those examples often happened in the background, invisible to the average user, and AI grew stealthily. Then ChatGPT...

Embrace AI – but be aware of the data pitfalls

Artificial intelligence (AI) has made impressive strides over the past five years, with ChatGPT's mainstream success marking an inflection point. By Brian Civin, chief sales and marketing officer at AfriGIS The internet is filled with images, videos, songs and...

Youth can harness 4IR for positive change

Welcome to 4IR, or the Fourth Industrial Revolution, an era of rapid progress in science and technology as well as a time of big socio-economic, and environmental challenges. With the current pace of innovation, it's vital for children and young people to seize the...

Senior Software Developer

Job description:A unique opportunity to join a financial organisation that continually delivers excellent results and growth that exceed all competitors in the market. Become part of a team working on key projects in the Company in partnership with business...

ABAP Developer – Gauteng Pretoria

The SAP ABAP Developer will be responsible for delivering custom development across the SAP S/4HANA landscape as part of the ECC6 to S/4HANA (RISE Private Cloud) upgrade project. The role involves building and enhancing RICEFW objects, supporting integrations, and...

Senior Software Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg

Job description:A unique opportunity to join a financial organisation that continually delivers excellent results and growth that exceed all competitors in the market. Become part of a team working on key projects in the Company in partnership with business...

SAP FI/CO Consultant

The SAP FI/CO Consultant will play a key role in the configuration and delivery of SAP Financial Accounting and Controlling solutions as part of the SAP S/4HANA (RISE Private Cloud) upgrade and transformation programme. This role involves full-cycle implementation...

Senior Database Developer

JOB PURPOSEDesign, develop and maintain high performance scalable and secure database solution in order to ensure successful and efficient database solutions meeting the business requirements.KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: Requirements gathering - through engagement with...

SAP FI/CO Consultant – Gauteng Pretoria

The SAP FI/CO Consultant will play a key role in the configuration and delivery of SAP Financial Accounting and Controlling solutions as part of the SAP S/4HANA (RISE Private Cloud) upgrade and transformation programme. This role involves full-cycle implementation...

Senior Database Developer – Gauteng Centurion

JOB PURPOSEDesign, develop and maintain high performance scalable and secure database solution in order to ensure successful and efficient database solutions meeting the business requirements.KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: Requirements gathering - through engagement with...

Lead Python Software Developer

A fintech company committed to making life simpler and more secure for African communities through innovative financial and technology solutions is seeking a Lead Software Engineer who will spearhead new projects, take a leadership role in decision-making, and help...

SAP Basis Administrator

The SAP Basis Administrator will provide technical administration and support across the SAP landscape for the ECC6 to S/4HANA (RISE Private Cloud) upgrade and related systems such as SuccessFactors, GRC, and Ariba. The role includes system installation,...

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