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...

Despite slowing momentum, global trade to hit record $35trn

Global trade is on course to exceed $35-trillion in 2025 for the first time, according to UNCTAD’s final Global Trade Update of the year. The new data confirm that trade continued expanding through the second half of 2025, even as geopolitical tensions, higher costs...

Top performers turn AI into revenue, profit growth

Companies that are able to strategically use artificial intelligence (AI) are far more likely to post more than 10% revenue growth, with more than 15% profit margins from their AI deployments. This is among the findings from NTT Data’s newly-released 2026 Global AI...

SAPICS finds perceptions exacerbate gender gaps

Women and men in supply chain management leadership have quite different realities when it comes to workplace fairness - 89% of men asserting that career advancement opportunities are equal for both genders and only 57% of women surveyed feeling the same way. More...

Prepare now for 2026’s cybersecurity threats

As we approach 2026, the cybersecurity landscape continues to evolve rapidly, presenting both new challenges and opportunities for organisations worldwide. By Greg Strydom, MD of Think Tank Software Solutions Recent data highlights the urgency: 78% of South African...

All-female crew for Blue Origin flight

Blue Origins’ next New Shepard flight will feature an all-female crew of Aisha Bowe, Amanda Nguyen, Gayle King, Kerianne Flynn, Katy Perry and Lauren Sánchez. This mission will be the 11th human flight for the New Shepard program and the 31st in its history. To date,...

Consumers are more security-savvy about digital payments

A new study commissioned by Visa reveals a rise in consumer awareness and proactive security measures for digital payments across Central and Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (CEMEA). The ninth annual Stay Secure study, which surveyed 5 800 adults across 17...

OpenAI releases GPT-4.5 preview for developers

OpenAI has released a research preview of GPT‑4.5, which is says is a step forward in scaling up pre-training and post-training. The new preview is available to Pro users and developers worldwide. By scaling unsupervised learning, GPT‑4.5 improves its ability to...

Global initiative aims to improve submarine cable resilience

Governments, industry executives and international organizations have expressed support for strengthening the world's vital undersea network of telecommunications cables at the International Submarine Cable Resilience Summit in Abuja, Nigeria. The concluding Summit...

Attack as a service trend targets SMEs

The dark web is rife with listings offering to target SMEs - especially law and accounting firms - by exploiting unpatched vulnerabilities, selling stolen credentials and performing ransomware as a service (RaaS) attacks. This is according to a recent investigation by...

Free file conversion tools carry malware risks

In the first 10 months of 2024, Kaspersky detected and blocked 111-million web-based threats across Africa. Web-based threats encompass a broad range of cyber risks that may trigger harmful events or actions via the Internet. According to Kaspersky experts, one such...

Airline passenger demand increases

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for January 2025 global passenger demand with the following highlights: Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was up 10% compared to January 2024. Total capacity, measured in...

SA’s working class is still growing

South Africa’s working class – households earning between R8 000 and R22 000 per month – has expanded significantly despite the country’s ongoing economic struggles. This is according to The Majority Report 2025, published by the University of Cape Town’s (UCT)...

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Golden learning, development opportunities for SA

South Africa has a golden opportunity to compete internationally for e-learning projects alongside the likes of India and the Philippines. That is according to Tom Kuhlmann, chief learning architect at US-based Articulate, who addressed delegates at New Leaf...

Why businesses should look to fixed microwave connectivity

While fibre might be the preferred form of internet connectivity for businesses, getting connected is easier said than done. By Nikita Appelman, product manager: wireless at Vox Telecoms Fibre installations can take months, or a business might be located in an area...

Deep decarbonisation of cities essential for key climate targets

Cities account for 70% of global carbon emissions. Ultimately, the battle against climate change will be won - or lost - in cities. Action is needed urgently to make the changes necessary to enable large-scale decarbonisation. To address this challenge directly,...

Reimagining the supply chain for resilience

The world as we knew it has changed - and there's no going back. For many and complex reasons, supply chain disruptions have become the norm rather than the exception, and the onus is on manufacturers to adapt and strengthen their ability to react in an agile manner....

5G as a catalyst for economic opportunities in Africa

Over the past two decades, mobile telecommunications has transformed the face of sub-Saharan Africa, integrating hundreds of millions of people into the digital economy and creating a new industry worth billions of dollars a year. By Rami Osman, director for corporate...

How to get happier customers and contact centre workers

Let's be honest: how often have you called an organisation's contact centre in a good mood? I'd wager that the answer is somewhere between "seldom" and "almost never". After all, most of us only call them because we've got stuck with a frustrating issue. By Ryan...

The benefits of being an independent contractor

The South African tech landscape is known for its dynamic and innovative nature. And while not new, the post-pandemic world has embraced independent contractors at a scale previously unimagined. As we progress further into the digital age and hybrid working...

Unlocking Africa’s data centre potential

Africa's data centre market is booming, ringing in an era of hyperscale for the continent. By Stephen Rose, director of Royal HaskoningDHV's mission-critical facilities Africa unit Industry giants such as Amazon, Google, and Microsoft are vying to establish new nodes...

Security-first culture builds a cyber-resilient future

In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, the threat of cyberattacks looms larger than ever before. With advances in technology and the growing sophistication of attackers, human-targeted attacks have become increasingly prevalent. By Sarthak Rohal,...

Realtime data could improve construction industry margins

It is not unusual for costs to overrun as much as 80% on construction projects, but the current variability of labour and material costs - especially on long-running projects - has resulted in cost overruns of up to 200%. This is not sustainable in a time when the...

Senior Vision Software Engineer at The Foschini Group

Package & RemunerationJOB DESCRIPTION Job Summary We are seeking an experienced VisionPlus Senior Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in developing, maintaining, and supporting VisionPlus applications. This role requires a...

SAP HCM Consultant at Parvana Recruitment

This is a remote position.About Our Client:Our client is a professional management consultancy and IT services provider, focused on delivering creative and innovative digital solutions. Their client base includes both startups and large corporations, but their mission...

SAP HCM Consultant at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

This is a remote position.About Our Client:Our client is a professional management consultancy and IT services provider, focused on delivering creative and innovative digital solutions. Their client base includes both startups and large corporations, but their mission...

Intermediate Android Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Intermediate Android Developer to join our mobile development team. The ideal candidate will have solid experience building Android applications and a good understanding of mobile design principles. You'll play a key role in...

FI/CO ABAP Developer (Pharmaceutical Industry) at Parvana Recruitment

This is a remote position.About our client:Our client is a professional management consultancy and IT services provider, focused on delivering creative and innovative digital solutions. Their client base includes both startups and large corporations, but their mission...

IT Technician

Are you passionate about technology and eager to make a difference?We are looking for a dedicated IT Technician to join our team in Pretoria.EE: OpenResponsibilities:Install, configure and maintain hardware and software components.Identify and resolve technical issues...

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