Credit trends diverge as consumers navigate affordability

South African consumers are reshaping how they access and use credit as affordability pressures persist, according to TransUnion’s Q1 2026 South Africa Industry Insights Report. The report’s findings show that credit demand remained resilient, but diverging risk...

Small fibre operators outshine giants in ISPA survey

ISPA's Perception Survey gauges ISPs’ perceptions of fibre network operator (FNO) performance across a range of metrics - and the most recent results reveal smaller FNOs are outshining the established competition. South Africa’s official internet Industry...

The human impact of AI forces a redesign in how we work

We are living through one of the most significant transformations in the history of work, writes Aparna Nair, chief talent, leadership and culture officer at IBM. AI is reshaping roles, rewiring workflows, and redefining the nature of performance itself. Yet, a new...

IBM debuts sub-1nm chip in miniaturisation first

IBM has found a way to further miniaturise chips, with the introduction of the world’s first sub-1 nanometer (nm) chip technology, featuring a transistor architecture at the 0,7nm, or 7 angstrom node. The achievement marks a landmark moment for an industry facing the...

Kaspersky uncovers hidden attack chains in Notepad ++ compromise

Kaspersky researchers have discovered that attackers behind the Notepad++ supply chain compromise targeted a government organisation in the Philippines, a financial institution in El Salvador, an IT service provider in Vietnam, and individuals across three countries...

Large warehouse operations set to adopt gamification

By 2028, 40% of large warehouse operations and distribution centres will have deployed employee engagement and gamification tools to motivate their workforces, according to Gartner. Gamification in logistics applies game design principles (such as points, badges,...

Lenovo to power FIFAe Finals 2025

FIFAe has confirmed that Lenovo’s Legion gaming technology will be used at its pinnacle competition in 2025 – football esports’ “World Cup Finals” - to be held in Riyadh from 10 to 19 December. Lenovo’s Legion Tower 7i, Legion gaming monitors, mice, keyboards,...

Millions of jobs, one movement

There’s nothing small about small business impact. South Africa’s small businesses aren’t just surviving - they’re driving our economy – and, together, they contribute over 40% of our GDP and employ two-thirds of the working force. Imagine the impact if we all gave...

New leak exposes 44m SA users’ records

Millions of South African users are among those affected by a massive new data leak. Cybernews researchers report that a data exposure affects more than 250-million identity records across seven countries, including Turkey, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab...

Vodacom goes live with virtual wheeling

Vodacom has fully operationalised its agnostic virtual wheeling platform. The company has delivered on a power purchase agreement (PPA) with IPP (independent power producer) SOLA Group to procure renewable electricity for commercial operations. The operation leverages...

Women entrepreneurs get R1m boost

The MTN SA Foundation has named the top 10 finalists in this year’s R1-million MTN Women in Digital Business Challenge. Now in its fourth year, the challenge provides women entrepreneurs with an opportunity to expand their ICT businesses. “At the launch event held in...

Multichoice files new takeover regulation notice

While the finalisation of Multichoice’s acquisition by French media company Canal+ is still underway, a new shareholder has started buying up shares in the South African pay-TV operator. Multichoice yesterday afternoon (2 September) received formal notification that...

Google gets to keep Chrome in court ruling

A court battle to break Google up has ended. The search giant is being allowed to retain all of its operations, with the proviso that it share search data with rivals. Because Google is a search leader, and also has its own products like Android and Chrome, the US...

NYDA and NSFAS in strategic partnership

The National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) has announced a new strategic partnership with the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS). This collaboration, formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), marks a significant commitment to expanding...

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CryptoExpress App users can withdraw cash at ATMs

Global payment company Paycorp has partnered with digital currency payment institution Triple-A to allow CryptoExpress app users to make cash withdrawals at over 3 000 ATMs in South Africa. This gives digital currency holders a simple and practical way to convert...

Exclusive Networks Africa signs up distribution for Proofpoint

Exclusive Networks Africa has signed a distribution agreement with cybersecurity and compliance company Proofpoint, which has been a key vendor across the global Exclusive Networks Group since 2015. The distribution agreement will see Exclusive Networks Africa...

The strategic value of outsourcing in 2024

Outsourcing is more than just catching an expert by the digital tail and swinging them into the enterprise, it's a strategic investment into a long-term collaboration. Outsourcing essential business operations across multiple departments and functions has proven its...

These tech trends could save time in the workplace

Over the past few years, collaboration and communication have become major sticking points for organisations of all sizes. By Andrew Bourne, regional head: Africa at Zoho While they've always been key success factors for businesses (Steve Jobs famously designed...

SaaS could solve African data management and storage challenges

African countries such as Kenya, Nigeria and Ghana face a number of key IT and business challenges, including exploding cost of managing data, a dearth of skills and increasing growth of cyber-attacks on organisations. By David Mugo, senior solution engineer at...

Attracting a new generation of top tech talent

Generation Z, born between 1997-2012, have entered the workforce and they're already shaping the future of employment as we know it. A Deloitte survey earlier this year revealed that Gen Zs, and millennials, to a slightly lesser degree, are placing priority on reduced...

Remuneration predictions for 2024

These 14 predictions from Dr Mark Bussin, executive chairperson at 21st Century and industrial psychologistDaniela Christos aim to give employers insight into what's coming this year. In the rapidly evolving landscape of employee remuneration, the year 2024 marks a...

AI and the human element in hiring and DEI

As much as the idea of 'machines' can evoke a sense of removing human involvement, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) algorithms are not created in a vacuum. These algorithms are created by people. By Julie Kae, vice-president: sustainability and...

Managing enterprise connectivity complexity

Security, connectivity, mobility, configuration - the enterprise network is an exercise in complexity unless management is refined and streamlined, writes Craig Blignaut, product manager: WiFi at Vox. Connectivity is fundamental to a thriving enterprise. Cloud sprawl,...

Duxbury debuts advanced switch range

Duxbury Networking has announced a new range of enterprise switches designed to empower businesses across various sectors. "Duxbury switches offer a gateway to future-proofed, seamless connectivity," says Tobie van Schalkwyk, business unit manager at Duxbury...

Microsoft Developer at Niraah Solutions – Gauteng Randburg

MS SQL Server Developer Company: Niraah SolutionsLocation: City of Johannesburg, Gauteng (Hybrid)Type: Full-time / Contract | Level: Mid-SeniorDomain: Banking / Financial Services About the role We're hiring an on-prem MS SQL Server Developer to build high-quality...

Full Stack Java Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg

Our client is seeking a Full Stack Java Developer with strong expertise in Java (Spring Boot) and Angular to join our growing development team. You will be involved in the full software development lifecycle, from analysis and design to implementation and deployment,...

Senior Mobile Developer

A South African company that empowers government entities with cutting-edge, innovative software solutions and customizable platforms, focusing on accelerating digital transformation and service delivery, is seeking a Senior Mobile Developer who will be responsible...

Senior Full Stack Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

We're a global IT innovation hub tackling big ideas and building smarter digital ecosystems. Our mission? To create powerful enterprise solutions that move data, connect systems, and empower next-generation mobility and automation experiences. We're not just another...

Senior Software Engineer – JAVA

Design and maintain technical system requirements based on business needs.Develop backend applications based on approved specifications and prototypes.Develop, test, debug and maintain application code.Develop, update and maintain technical documentation.Integrate...

Scrum Master

Role:You'll be supporting two or more squads within an established large-scale Agile Release Train (ART), working alongside other experienced Scrum Masters. The Scrum Master is co-located with their squads and work closely with Product Owners, Developers, Testers,...

Senior Mobile Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg

A South African company that empowers government entities with cutting-edge, innovative software solutions and customizable platforms, focusing on accelerating digital transformation and service delivery, is seeking a Senior Mobile Developer who will be responsible...

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