Beware the gap between perceived AI readiness and DR capability

Software-as-a-service (SaaS) data protection is seen as a high priority when implementing AI solutions – but a survey of senior IT decision-makers has revealed a gap between perceived readiness and tested, validated disaster recovery capability. This is among the...

As cost pressures mount, consumers shift spend to essentials

South African consumers are adjusting their financial behaviour in response to ongoing cost pressures, with TransUnion's Q1 2026 Consumer Pulse Study revealing meaningful shifts in how households spend, save and manage credit. While many households remain under...

Memory and SSD shortage set to impact SA

The memory and SSD crisis is real – and it’s broader and faster‑moving than many in the IT industry expect. This is the stark warning from Craig Nowitz, CEO of Syntech, who recently returned from the Hong Kong electronics shows and a week of factory visits in China....

Your next smartphone could be powered by a recycled toaster

For the past 20 years, the consumer electronics playbook has been simple: make it smaller, make it faster, and seal it shut. Manufacturers utilised industrial adhesives, proprietary screws, and integrated designs to create sleek devices that were virtually impossible...

SA’s business liquidations skyrocket

South Africa’s corporate sector is under siege with the latest report from Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) revealing that 145 businesses were liquidated in September - pushing the 2025 year-to-date total to 1 180 closures. This marks a 23,9% spike compared to...

NASA shares pics of solar system visitor

NASA is in the midst of a solar system-wide observation campaign, turning its spacecraft and space telescopes to follow comet 3I/ATLAS, the third known interstellar object to pass through our solar system. Twelve NASA assets have captured and processed imagery of the...

Global trade up $300bn in first half of 2025

Global trade expanded by an estimated $300-billion in the first half of 2025, despite a slower pace of growth, according to the latest Global Trade Update from the UN Trade a,nd Development (UNCTAD). Global trade rose by about 15% in the first quarter, with growth...

Xerox buys Lexmark for $1,5bn

Xerox has completed its acquisition of Lexmark International from Ninestar Corporation, PAG Asia Capital, and Shanghai Shouda Investment Centre and says the transaction - valued at $1,5-billion inclusive of net debt and assumed liabilities - marks a significant...

IBM debuts next-gen Power11 servers

IBM has revealed IBM Power11, the next generation of IBM® Power servers. Redesigned with innovations across its processor, hardware architecture, and virtualisation software stack, Power11 is designed to deliver the availability, resiliency, performance, and...

A new take on change adoption by employees

Only one in three (32%) mid-to-senior level business leaders said that the last change they led achieved healthy change adoption by employees, according to a new survey by Gartner. Gartner defines healthy change adoption as the success elements that leaders can...

Musk’s proposed party accelerates Bitcoin’s political ascent

Elon Musk’s announcement that his proposed America Party will fully back Bitcoin marks a major leap in the digital asset’s political legitimacy - and directly builds on the momentum initiated by the Trump administration earlier this year. This is the view of Nigel...

UCT debuts sign language-accessible website

In a first for South African higher education, the University of Cape Town (UCT) has launched a pilot project to make its National Benchmark Test (NBT) website accessible in South African Sign Language (SASL). The project is led by UCT’s SASL interpreter Michelle de...

Structured cabling market to hit $26,3bn

The global structured cabling market size is projected to reach $26,3-billion by 2033, according to a study conducted by Grand View Research, recording a 8,5% CAGR from 2025 to 2033. The increased demand for advanced technologies has resulted in the production of...

Vodacom/Maziv deal clears Competition Commission

The Competition Commission has reached an agreement with Vodacom and Maziv (Business Venture Investments no 2213) on revised conditions that substantially remedy the competition concerns raised by the Commission in its recommendation to the Competition Tribunal that...

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How SMEs can maximise Black Friday for long-term growth

In recent years, South Africa has embraced the global phenomenon of Black Friday. While, for businesses in this country, it's tempting to focus solely on the immediate potential that this flurry of buying activity presents, SMEs should take a much longer-term view of...

The devastating effects of digital exposure on childhood development

Excessive screen time has been found to have detrimental effects on the development of young children, according to a recent study published in The Journal of the American Medical Association Pediatrics. One-year-old children who were exposed to over four hours of...

Check Point Software enhances MSSP program

Check Point Software Technologies has enhanced its MSSP Partner Program. The move addresses the critical workforce shortage in cybersecurity and the relentless rise in digital threats, aiming to reshape the managed security service landscape. "MSSPs have a big...

Altron achieves Microsoft designation milestone

Altrol has earned all six Microsoft Solutions Partner designations in Africa. Collin Govender, MD of Altron Karabina and Altron Systems Integration, comments: "Our single focus is on how we innovate and deliver value for our customers by advising, deploying and...

Commvault joins up with security, AI companies

Commvault is marrying modern cyber resilience technologies from Commvault with advanced security and data intelligence from pioneers in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and cloud. Industry leaders in these areas are integrating with the newly announced...

Why energy efficiency compliance builds business trust

As much as businesses want to become more energy efficient, the reality is that South Africa is a challenging environment in which to do so. By Muhammad Ali, MD of World Wide Industrial & Systems Engineers Most organisations are dependent on Eskom for their power,...

Commvault Cloud adds cyber resilience

Commvault has announced Commvault Cloud, powered by Metallic AI, a new platform that lets IT and security teams improve cyber resilience in an era of non-stop ransomware and malicious cyberattacks. Commvault Cloud unifies all of the company's SaaS and software...

Tanzu enhancements aid in modern application development

Modern businesses look to run modernised applications developed, operated and optimised with a single delivery process. New enhancements to the VMware Tanzu Application Service and VMware Tanzu Application Platform, deliver just this. This week and VMware Explore,...

VMware enhances IT modernisation

Streamlining IT processes is not just a cost-saving strategy - it's a necessity for organizations to remain competitive, secure, and adaptable in today's hybrid work landscape. This week at VMware Explore, VMware announced advanced automation capabilities and expanded...

Selling the cloud demands a new type of salesperson

The traditional sales model - sell them on the benefits, close the sale, deliver the product - is outdated in the digital world. Modern salespeople require different skills and far greater knowledge to sell the cloud, writes Andrew Cruise, MD of Routed. There can be...

Automation and DevOps Engineer (Centurion) – Gauteng Centurion

ENVIRONMENT:A leading provider of Electronic Systems seeks the technical expertise of an Automation and DevOps Engineer who can understand complex systems and break down requirements into manageable components. The ideal candidate for this role will have the strategic...

Data Scientist (Consultancy based) – KwaZulu-Natal Durban

Our client, a leading provider in the Healthcare sector, is looking to fill the consulting position of Data Scientist (project-based consultancy). Scope of Engagement:This position is a project-based consultancy or fixed term contract role. The successful candidate is...

Storage Systems Engineer

A key role has opened for a Storage Systems Engineer to manage and optimise enterprise storage platforms supporting technical and operational infrastructure. This position is ideal for a systems-focused engineer with hands-on experience in storage administration,...

SAP Developer (Expert) 0242 TT

Deploy and manage Smart Maintenance app versions within SAP STARD and non-STARD environments.Identify and prepare SAP transport packages (TXE for R/3, PRD for S/4HANA).Conduct risk assessments and coordinate transport imports with plant representatives.Troubleshoot...

Project Manager (Petrochemical/EPC)

Our client, a leading player in the engineering and construction sector, is seeking a highly experienced and dynamic Project Manager to join their team. This role is critical for delivering high-value, complex projects within the petrochemical industry. If you are a...

Storage Systems Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town Region

A key role has opened for a Storage Systems Engineer to manage and optimise enterprise storage platforms supporting technical and operational infrastructure. This position is ideal for a systems-focused engineer with hands-on experience in storage administration,...

SAP Developer (Expert) 0242 TT – Gauteng Pretoria

Deploy and manage Smart Maintenance app versions within SAP STARD and non-STARD environments.Identify and prepare SAP transport packages (TXE for R/3, PRD for S/4HANA).Conduct risk assessments and coordinate transport imports with plant representatives.Troubleshoot...

Project Manager (Petrochemical/EPC) – Gauteng Halfway House

Our client, a leading player in the engineering and construction sector, is seeking a highly experienced and dynamic Project Manager to join their team. This role is critical for delivering high-value, complex projects within the petrochemical industry. If you are a...

Multi-Disciplinary Project Manager

Our client is looking for a Multi-Disciplinary Project Manager to join their dynamic team in Cape Town.About the Role:The Project Manager will report directly to the Senior Project Manager and will be responsible for the planning, execution, and delivery of medium to...

Agile Master (Senior) 0273 TT

Involve all stakeholders (Business/Developers/QA) in solution design.lead explorations if needed to deliver Epics and User Stories from a Saga (story mapping).Ensuring the sustainability of the project by taking appropriate actions where necessary.Provides key...

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